Temporary Works Coordinator

Nicholas Associates; Highgate; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-profile projects

Collaborative team

Career development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Nicholas Associates is seeking an experienced Temporary Works Coordinator to join a large-scale project in the UK. You will ensure safe planning, design, implementation, and dismantling of temporary works across the project lifecycle.

Based on a Birmingham site, you will work with site teams, designers, and subcontractors to achieve compliant and efficient operations, leading investigations into incidents and maintaining rigorous documentation and controls.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Temporary Works Coordinator on large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of BS 5975 and temporary works procedures.
• Relevant engineering or construction qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent).
• Valid TWC certification (CITB or equivalent).
• Experience managing complex temporary works systems (shoring, propping, scaffolding, etc).
• CSCS card and knowledge of UK construction health & safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee temporary works operations on the project in accordance with BS 5975.
• Function as the appointed Temporary Works Coordinator ensuring compliance with procedures.
• Review and approve RAMS and designs; ensure proper sign-off before use.
• Maintain a up-to-date temporary works register and document control.
• Coordinate with designers, site managers, subcontractors, and engineers for safe integration of temporary works.
• Lead inspections and ensure permit-to-load/permit-to-strike systems are applied.
• Identify and mitigate risks; provide guidance to Temporary Works Supervisors.
• Conduct site audits and ensure health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Communication

Health & safety

Stakeholder management

BS 5975 knowledge

Site coordination

Education

HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent

Tools

CSCS card

BS 5975 protocols

RAMS review process

Job description

My client are seeking an experienced and highly competent Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) to join their team on a large-scale, high-profile construction scheme. This is a critical role responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient management of all temporary works activities across the project lifecycle.

Job type: Full time

Working hours: 07:30 - 16:30 (Monday to Friday)

Site location: Birmingham

About the role

You will work closely with site teams, designers, and subcontractors to ensure that all temporary works are properly planned, designed, implemented, and dismantled in accordance with industry best practice and statutory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all temporary works operations on the project in accordance with BS 5975
• Function as the appointed Temporary Works Coordinator, ensuring full compliance with procedures and controls
• Review and approve temporary works designs, risk assessments, and method statements (RAMS)
• Ensure that all designs are checked, signed off, and implemented correctly before use
• Maintain an up-to-date temporary works register and ensure all documentation is properly controlled
• Liaise with designers, site managers, subcontractors, and engineers to ensure safe integration of temporary works
• Coordinate inspections and ensure permit-to-load / permit-to-strike systems are rigorously applied
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with temporary works activities
• Provide guidance and support to Temporary Works Supervisors (TWS) and site teams
• Conduct site audits and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
• Lead investigations into any incidents or non-conformances related to temporary works

Essential requirements

• Proven experience as a Temporary Works Coordinator on large-scale construction or infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of BS 5975 and temporary works procedures
• Relevant engineering or construction qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent)
• Valid TWC certification (CITB or equivalent)
• Demonstrable experience managing complex temporary works systems (e.g., shoring, propping, scaffolding, falsework, excavation support, etc.)
• Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a fast‑paced project environment
• CSCS card and knowledge of UK construction health & safety regulations

Desirable qualifications & experience

• Chartered or working towards professional status (ICE, IStructE, CIOB, etc.)
• Major project or Tier 1 contractor experience
• Experience in [sector: rail / highways / energy / commercial build - tailor as needed
• Relevant engineering or construction qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent)
• CITB SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) for site managers
• Valid TWC certification (CITB or equivalent)

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure projects
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Career development and training opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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