Lead Temporary Works Engineer - Energy Infrastructure

Ceto Talent; Burtonwood; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ceto Talent is recruiting a Principal Engineer - Temporary Works for a leading UK infrastructure contractor. The role provides technical leadership across energy, gas and pipeline projects, with hybrid working from a Warrington location.

You will mentor engineers, govern temporary works design, review complex calculations and ensure BS 5975 compliance, while supporting tender through to construction.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with civil/structural degree.
• Extensive temp works design and management experience.
• Strong knowledge of BS 5975.
• Strong knowledge of Eurocodes and other standards.
• Experience reviewing complex engineering calculations and drawings.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Knowledge of governance and construction risk.
• Hydrocarbon facilities experience preferred.
• Mentoring junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design review and approval of temporary works.
• Act as the Temporary Works Design Authority and technical advisor.
• Ensure compliance with BS 5975 and company procedures.
• Develop and maintain temporary works standards, specifications and guidance.
• Review complex engineering calculations and drawings.
• Provide technical support during project planning and construction.
• Work with PMs, Construction Managers and Design Teams to identify requirements early.
• Manage technical risks and mitigation measures.
• Mentor graduate and junior engineers.
• Support incident investigations and lessons learned.
• Liaise with external designers, consultants and contractors.
• Support bid submissions with technical input and innovative construction methods.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Governance

Risk management

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Civil or Structural Engineering degree

Job description

Ceto Talent is recruiting a Principal Engineer - Temporary Works for a leading UK infrastructure contractor. The role provides technical leadership across energy, gas and pipeline projects, with hybrid working from a Warrington location.

You will mentor engineers, govern temporary works design, review complex calculations and ensure BS 5975 compliance, while supporting tender through to construction.