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Temporary Works Structural Engineer

Professional Technical JobsStructural Engineer

London, London

£50,000 - £65,000 per annum

Permanent, Full time

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Job description

We are seeking an experienced Temporary Works Structural Engineer to provide specialist engineering expertise across cladding remediation and construction projects. This is a permanent, full-time role offering a mix of office, remote, and site-based work, with travel required across Greater London and surrounding areas.

Location: Greater London and surrounding areas (travel required)
Working Arrangement: Full-time, hybrid
Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the verification and approval of temporary works designs across multiple projects
  • Carry out detailed wind loading calculations in line with current Eurocodes
  • Review scaffold loads, hoarding designs, welfare structures, and temporary access systems
  • Assess structural impacts of temporary works on existing buildings, podium decks, and substructures
  • Calculate load distribution solutions including spreaders, base plates, and transfer mechanisms
  • Produce clear, auditable calculation packs suitable for Building Control and BSR submission
  • Generate and review TG20:21 compliance sheets using industry-standard software
  • Ensure all works comply with BS 5975:2019, PAS 8812:2016, CDM 2015, and relevant British Standards
  • Maintain comprehensive technical documentation and digital records to support the Golden Thread
  • Provide technical site support during installation, inspection, and removal of temporary works
  • Attend design, project, and client meetings as the temporary works lead
  • Support continuous improvement within the design function, including mentoring junior engineers
  • Contribute to performance management, knowledge sharing, and best practice development


Candidate Requirements:

  • BEng or MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) with ICE or IStructE
  • MSc in Temporary Works and Construction Method Engineering
  • CITB Temporary Works Coordinator certification
  • Black CSCS card (Professional level)
  • Strong working knowledge of BS 5975 and PAS 8812
  • Excellent understanding of CDM 2015 designer duties and risk management
  • Proven experience in wind loading calculations for complex building geometries
  • Proficient in structural analysis software such as STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, or Robot
  • Confident communicator able to liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams


Interested applicants are invited to apply by sending their most up-to-date CV.

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