Senior Engineer — Temporary Works & Design Leader (Hybrid)

Kier Group plc.; Salisbury; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group plc. is seeking a Senior Engineer to join Kier Design, delivering construction engineering services including temporary works design and design management. You will lead projects, manage teams, and ensure compliance with regulations and quality standards, contributing to a high-profile portfolio across the UK.

You’ll work in a collaborative environment, mentor junior staff, and help maintain Kier’s reputation for engineering excellence while developing best practices within the team.

Qualifications

• Experience leading delivery of construction engineering services including temporary works design and design management.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Committed to CPD and promotion of best practice within engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of temporary works design and design management across projects.
• Manage day-to-day workloads of engineers and technical staff.
• Act as lead representative at project meetings with clients and contractors.
• Oversee financial and commercial aspects, monitor progress against programme and budget.
• Provide leadership, conduct performance reviews, and support skill development within Kier Design.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication skills

Mentoring and team development

Construction engineering experience

Education

Professional Institution membership (IEng/MICE)

Job description

Kier Group plc. is seeking a Senior Engineer to join Kier Design, delivering construction engineering services including temporary works design and design management. You will lead projects, manage teams, and ensure compliance with regulations and quality standards, contributing to a high-profile portfolio across the UK.

You’ll work in a collaborative environment, mentor junior staff, and help maintain Kier’s reputation for engineering excellence while developing best practices within the team.