Temporary Works Coordinator

Carmichael UK; Middleton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking a Senior/Lead Temporary Works Coordinator to manage complex temporary works on a high‑profile Manchester scheme. You will report to the Engineering Manager and ensure safety, quality, schedule, and budget requirements are met while aligning with design and highway specs.

Experience on major projects for tier one contractors, strong leadership, and expertise in temporary works procedures are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent vocational training.
• Hold a valid CITB TWC qualification.
• Incorporated or Chartered Engineers or members of similar professional bodies (advantageous).
• Relevant CSCS card.
• Hold valid SMSTS training.
• Extensive experience working for a tier one/principal contractor in the delivery of temporary works.
• Knowledge and experience of relevant standards and procedures.
• Knowledge and experience of Temporary Works procedures.
• Understanding of Engineering Principles.
• Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, Document control system).

Responsibilities

• Ability and independence to make engineering decisions that will not be compromised by commercial, programme or other pressures.
• Assumed methods of construction and loading constraints.
• Capable and have the knowledge and experience to assess the competence of any TW Supervisors they appoint.
• Ability to identify where temporary works are likely to be required on site to ensure that the temporary works register is comprehensive.
• The ability to demonstrate technical and practical skills such as being able to read, understand and implement drawings, sketches and specifications.
• Suitable previous site experience, including sufficient engineering knowledge and understanding of similar temporary works and the risks which such works will entail
• The ability to plan and manage the checks on temporary works and to communicate these plans confidently
• Have the authority, strength of character and ability to stop the work
• Promote a Right First-Time approach to quality and avoid rework
• Ensure that inspection and test plans, risk assessments and method statements for the control of the works are reviewed, approved, and adhered to.

Skills

Temporary Works

Drawing Reading

Site Supervision

Safe Delivery

Engineering Judgement

Education

Civil Engineering Degree

HND in Civil Engineering

Tools

CSCS Card

MS Word

Excel

Document Control System

Job description

A long term opportunity, outside IR35 exists for a Senior/Lead TWC on an iconic project in Manchester. Previous experience on major projects for tier one Contractors as a Lead/Senior TWC managing complex civil and structural elements like bridges, precast elements, deep drainage, shoring etc would be advantageous.

Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, this role is to manage temporary works for the Scheme to ensure all elements are delivered safely, to the required quality, on time and within budget, all in line with the scheme design and associated highway specifications and in compliance with the Development Consent Order requirements. This role will also be appointed as the Lead Appointed Person for Lifting on the Scheme.

Responsibilities

• Ability and independence to make engineering decisions that will not be compromised by commercial, programme or other pressures.
• Assumed methods of construction and loading constraints.
• Capable and have the knowledge and experience to assess the competence of any TW Supervisors they appoint.
• Ability to identify where temporary works are likely to be required on site to ensure that the temporary works register is comprehensive.
• The ability to demonstrate technical and practical skills such as being able to read, understand and implement drawings, sketches and specifications.
• Suitable previous site experience, including sufficient engineering knowledge and understanding of similar temporary works and the risks which such works will entail
• The ability to plan and manage the checks on temporary works and to communicate these plans confidently
• Have the authority, strength of character and ability to stop the work
• Promote a Right First-Time approach to quality and avoid rework
• Ensure that inspection and test plans, risk assessments and method statements for the control of the works are reviewed, approved, and adhered to.

Requirement for this post include –

• Degree or HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent vocational training
• Hold a valid CITB TWC qualification
• Incorporated or Chartered Engineers or members of similar professional bodies (not essential but advantageous)
• Relevant CSCS card
• Hold valid SMSTS trainingExtensive experience working for a tier one/principal contractor in the delivery of temporary works
• Knowledge and experience of relevant standards and procedures
• Knowledge and experience of Temporary Works procedures
• Understanding of Engineering Principles
• Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, Document control system).