Senior Engineer - Temporary Works & Design Lead (Hybrid)

Kier Group plc.; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group plc. is seeking a Senior Engineer to join Kier Design, contributing to temporary works design and project delivery across major schemes. The role emphasizes leadership, client liaison, and multidisciplinary teamwork within a dynamic design team.

You will influence design quality, safety, and buildability, while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Flexible location options support a broad UK portfolio.

Qualifications

• Strong communicator with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Committed to CPD and promoting best practice in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of temporary works design, tender support, and design management advice across projects.
• Manage day-to-day workloads of engineers and technical staff, ensuring technical compliance and quality of design deliverables.
• Act as lead representative at project meetings, maintaining client relationships and meeting contractual obligations.
• Oversee financial and commercial aspects, monitor progress against programme and budget.
• Provide leadership, conduct performance reviews, and support staff development within Kier Design.

Skills

Strong communicator

Client relationships

Team mentoring

Leadership

Education

IEng MICE or equivalent

Job description

Kier Group plc. is seeking a Senior Engineer to join Kier Design, contributing to temporary works design and project delivery across major schemes. The role emphasizes leadership, client liaison, and multidisciplinary teamwork within a dynamic design team.

You will influence design quality, safety, and buildability, while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Flexible location options support a broad UK portfolio.