Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer

Carrington West; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering contractor in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Temporary Works Design Engineer to join their team. The role involves managing multiple projects, mentoring junior engineers, and working in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a background in temporary works design with at least 5 years of experience, and should be chartered or near chartered. In return, a competitive salary, private healthcare, and excellent career progression opportunities are offered, along with a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private healthcare

Bonus scheme

Flexible working

Career progression

Qualifications

• Chartered or near chartered design engineer with temporary works design experience.
• Minimum 5 years' experience within temporary works design.
• Ability to design and manage multiple projects without supervision.

Responsibilities

• Managing multiple projects and mentoring junior engineers.
• Designing above-ground and below-ground temporary works.
• Managing client relationships.

Skills

Excellent communication

Project management

Ambition and drive

Education

BEng/MSc in Civil/Structural/Geotechnical Engineering

Chartered or near chartered member of ICE/IStructE

Job description

Are you an experienced Temporary Works Design Engineer looking for a rewarding career working with a vast range of projects within temporary works design? Opportunity for a talented design engineer to join a market leading company in their Glasgow office.

About the company

The company is a well‑established contractor whose in‑house design team supports their various infrastructure sectors in the design of a diverse range of temporary works covering a variety of projects from small to high‑profile multimillion‑pound schemes. The company prides itself on its supportive working environment, offering excellent support both professionally and personally with a clear progression pathway.

Role & Responsibilities

This role would ideally suit a chartered or near chartered senior‑level design engineer with experience within temporary works design. You will be working in a fast‑paced environment where you will be managing multiple projects, mentoring more junior engineers and managing client relationships. A background in permanent works design can also be considered. The role covers the design of both above‑ground and below‑ground temporary works and candidates from various backgrounds (civil, structural, geotechnical) can be considered.

Requirements

• BEng/MSc (or equivalent) Civil/Structural/Geotechnical Engineering
• Chartered or near chartered member of ICE/IStructE
• Minimum 5 years' experience within temporary works design
• Excellent communication
• Ambitious with a drive to succeed and be part of a successful team
• Ability to design and manage multiple projects without supervision

In return, on offer is a competitive salary, private healthcare, bonus scheme, hybrid and flexible/part‑time working, and excellent career progression in addition to a vast array of other benefits.

For a confidential conversation about this opportunity, please contact Claire on 02393 876 031.