Temporary Works Design Engineer

Galliford Try Group; Altofts; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Galliford Try is seeking a Temporary Works Design Engineer to join our Engineering Design team in Normanton on a hybrid basis. You will produce temporary works calculations, create designs for excavation support, working platforms, formwork and falsework, and support design deliverables across projects.

Reporting to senior engineers, you'll develop your technical expertise, mentor junior staff, and contribute to value engineering while ensuring CDM compliance and design risk management

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (2:2 or above).
• Experience in temporary works design is desirable.
• Knowledge of UK health and safety regulations (CDM).

Responsibilities

• Produce temporary works calculations, specifications and design notes.
• Develop designs for excavation support, working platforms, slope stability, formwork and falsework systems.
• Support the production of temporary works drawings and design deliverables.
• Assist with the development of innovative, practical and cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Review and coordinate supply chain temporary works designs.
• Support tender activities through preliminary designs and engineering input.

Skills

Structural mechanics

Geotechnical principles

Engineering design

CDM principles

Engineering calculations

CAD software

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Engineering design software

Job description

Temporary Works Design Engineer

Location: Normanton (Hybrid)
Business Unit: Infrastructure – Environment

About Us

Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction and infrastructure businesses, delivering innovative solutions that create positive, lasting change for communities across the UK.

Our Infrastructure – Environment Business is the UK's largest Tier 1 contractor operating within the Water and Environment sector, delivering a substantial portfolio of long-term framework and major project work. As part of our growth strategy, we have brought together our engineering expertise into a dedicated design function that provides specialist support across our regional businesses nationwide.

Our Temporary Works team plays a critical role in supporting not only the Environment Business, but also our Highways and Building divisions, delivering safe, practical and innovative temporary works solutions across a diverse range of projects.

Purpose of the Role

We are looking for a talented Temporary Works Design Engineer to join our growing Engineering Design team.

Reporting to a Principal or Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer, you will be responsible for producing high-quality temporary works designs and design checks in accordance with Galliford Try's Business Management System (BMS), industry standards and CDM regulations.

Working as part of a specialist team, you will contribute to a broad range of temporary works solutions including excavation support systems, working platforms, formwork, falsework, slope stability assessments and scaffolding. You'll also support value engineering initiatives, alternative design solutions and technical problem-solving throughout project delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity for a civil or structural engineer looking to develop their technical expertise within a leading infrastructure business while progressing towards professional chartership.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Temporary Works Design Engineer, you will:

• Produce temporary works calculations, specifications, design reports and technical documentation.
• Develop designs for excavation support, working platforms, slope stability, formwork and falsework systems.
• Support the production of temporary works drawings and design deliverables.
• Assist with the development of innovative, practical and cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Contribute to value engineering initiatives and buildability reviews.
• Review and coordinate supply chain temporary works designs.
• Support tender activities through preliminary designs, technical assessments and engineering input.
• Provide technical support throughout feasibility, design, construction and commissioning phases.
• Assist project teams in managing design risks and compliance requirements.
• Support graduate and assistant engineers through mentoring and technical guidance as your experience develops.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Technical Delivery

• Prepare temporary works design calculations, specifications and design notes.
• Deliver designs in accordance with project requirements, design briefs and approved standards.
• Identify opportunities for technical improvements, innovation and cost savings.
• Ensure designs are completed within programme requirements and agreed budgets.
• Support the resolution of technical challenges during project delivery.
• Contribute to whole-life cost assessments and feasibility studies where required.

Temporary Works Expertise

Typical projects may include:

• Excavation support systems
• Temporary earthworks solutions
• Working platforms
• Formwork and falsework
• Scaffolding systems
• Temporary access arrangements
• Slope stability assessments

Experience in any of the following would also be advantageous:

• Reinforced concrete design
• Structural steel design
• Temporary bridging solutionsGeotechnical engineering
• Highway engineering
• Drainage design

Health, Safety & Risk Management

• Promote the highest standards of health, safety and environmental performance.
• Undertake design risk assessments and support the elimination or reduction of hazards through design.
• Ensure designs comply with CDM Regulations and relevant legislation.
• Support the development of a positive safety culture across projects and teams.
• Maintain accurate records of design assumptions, risks and mitigations.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Build strong working relationships with project teams, clients and supply chain partners.
• Share lessons learned and best practice across the design team.
• Support the development and improvement of engineering processes and procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the temporary works function.
• Maintain compliance with Galliford Try's Business Management System.

About You

We're looking for a motivated and technically capable engineer who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges and working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

You will have a proactive approach to learning and development, with ambitions to progress your career within temporary works engineering.

Essential Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to technical excellence.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet project deadlines.
• Positive and collaborative attitude.

Technical Skills & Experience

• Good understanding of structural mechanics and engineering fundamentals.
• Understanding of soil mechanics and geotechnical principles.
• Previous engineering design experience within a contractor, consultant, temporary works specialist or supplier environment.
• Experience preparing engineering calculations and technical reports.
• Knowledge of design risk management and CDM principles.
• Experience using engineering analysis and design software.Understanding of CAD systems and engineering design tools.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering (2:2 or above).
• Understanding of UK health and safety