Temporary Works Coordinator

Randstad Construction & Property; Leiston; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Construction & Property is seeking a seasoned Temporary Works Coordinator for a major rail/civils project in East Suffolk. You will lead temporary works design and installation quality, ensuring compliance and safe execution on site.

The role requires at least 3 years of TWC experience, a CITB TWC certificate, BS5975:2019 knowledge, engineering qualifications (HNC/HND or higher), and valid PTS and CSCS cards, with DBS check eligibility.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as a TWC on complex rail infrastructure or civil engineering projects.
• CITB Temporary Works Coordinator certificate and BS5975:2019 understanding.
• Engineering qualifications (HNC/HND or higher).
• Valid PTS and CSCS cards.
• Eligibility to pass a basic DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of temporary works, including live installations and provide technical leadership to the project team.
• Maintain Temporary Works Register per BS5975:2019 and document design checks.
• Collaborate with designers, construction managers, and subcontractors to deliver safe, compliant technical solutions.
• Conduct quality and compliance audits, produce ITPs, and manage hold points to guarantee site safety.
• Act as central point for design changes and keep construction programme on track.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

HNC/HND or higher

Tools

CITB Temporary Works Coordinator certificate

BS5975:2019 knowledge

PTS card

CSCS card

DBS check

Job description

Are you a seasoned professional looking to make your mark on a major infrastructure project? We are currently seeking a highly skilled Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) to join our clients team in East Suffolk. This is a vital role for the rail and civils scheme where you will lead the management of temporary works design, installation quality, and compliance.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll be at the heart of the action, ensuring everything from scaffolding and trenching systems to line installations is managed to the highest standard. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Managing the full lifecycle of temporary works, including 'live' installations and providing technical leadership to the project team.
• Maintaining an accurate Temporary Works Register in line with BS5975:2019 standards and ensuring all design checks are properly documented.
• Collaborating closely with designers, construction managers, and subcontractors to deliver safe, compliant technical solutions.
• Conducting rigorous quality and compliance audits, producing Inspection Test Plans (ITP), and managing hold points to guarantee site safety.
• Acting as a central point of contact to resolve design changes and ensure the construction programme remains on track.

Who Are We Looking For?

We need a proactive, organised leader who can stay calm under pressure.

• At least 3 years of experience as a TWC on complex rail infrastructure or civil engineering projects.
• A valid CITB Temporary Works Coordinator training certificate and a solid understanding of BS5975:2019.
• Relevant engineering qualifications (HNC/HND or higher).
• A valid PTS and CSCS card.
• The ability to pass a basic DBS check for site security clearance.

Conditions & Application

This is a super urgent, high-priority requirement with an immediate start date. We are offering a competitive daily rate of £340 PAYE (Inside IR35).

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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