Temporary Works Engineer

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Temporary Works Engineer to join a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor on a major Data Centre project in East London . This Temporary Works Engineer role offers a long-term contract on a flagship scheme, providing the opportunity to work on one of the UK's fastest-growing construction sectors with a strong pipeline of future projects.

About the Role of Temporary Works Engineer

As Temporary Works Engineer , you will play a key role in managing and coordinating temporary works across a major data centre development. Working closely with the Project Manager, Construction Manager, Site Manager, Structural Engineer, and specialist subcontractors , you will ensure all temporary works are designed, reviewed, approved, installed, inspected, and removed safely and in accordance with project requirements.

The ideal candidate will have previous Data Centre experience . However, candidates with experience on major projects valued at 90m+ will also be considered, particularly those who have worked within a Tier 1 main contractor environment.

Responsibilities for Temporary Works Engineer

• Managing the temporary works process across multiple areas of the project
  * Coordinating temporary works designs, checks, approvals, and implementation
  * Maintaining the Temporary Works Register and associated documentation
  * Working closely with structural engineers and design teams to review temporary works solutions
  * Carrying out inspections to ensure temporary works are installed in accordance with approved designs
  * Identifying and mitigating temporary works risks throughout construction
  * Supporting site teams with technical advice and temporary works requirements
  * Liaising with subcontractors to ensure all temporary works are correctly managed and maintained

Requirements for Temporary Works Engineer

• Previous experience working as a Temporary Works Engineer on major construction projects
  * Data Centre experience is highly desirable
  * Alternatively, experience on projects valued at 90m+ is essential
  * Experience working for a Tier 1 Main Contractor or major principal contractor
  * Strong understanding of temporary works procedures.
  * Excellent communication and coordination skills
  * Ability to work closely with construction, engineering, and design teams
  * Temporary Works training or relevant engineering qualifications preferred

Our client is a market-leading Tier 1 contractor with a growing portfolio of complex Data Centre projects across the UK. They are renowned for delivering technically challenging schemes and offer excellent long-term opportunities for ambitious construction professionals.

What We Offer for Temporary Works Engineer

• Long-term contract opportunity
  * Competitive day rate
  * Major Data Centre project in East London
  * Opportunity to work with a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor
  * Exposure to a technically complex and high-profile development
  * Strong pipeline of future Data Centre projects

If you want to hear more about this Temporary Works Engineer role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Seb Willis in our London Office .

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