Senior Temporary Works Engineer in London
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Senior Temporary Works Engineer
Location: Office-based in Glasgow or London
Salary: Negotiable
We are seeking an experienced Senior Temporary Works Engineer (5+ years’ experience) to play a pivotal role in expanding temporary works capability across Glasgow and the North of the UK.
This is a rare opportunity to establish, develop, and lead a new Temporary Works team, work closely with key clients, support business development, and contribute directly to long-term regional growth. If you are self-motivated, commercially aware, and passionate about high-quality engineering, this role offers real influence and progression.
Role Overview
This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week, flexible start between 8:30am and 9:00am). You will take a senior leadership role within the Glasgow office while supporting temporary works delivery across the North of the UK.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development and growth of a new Temporary Works team, providing technical leadership, mentoring, and support to junior engineers
Oversee the full lifecycle of temporary works projects, from concept through detailed design to delivery
Ensure designs are safe, practical, and compliant with relevant standards and best practice
Manage the technical and commercial delivery of small, medium, and long-term projects
Build and maintain strong client relationships and support business development activities
Identify and help secure new opportunities across Scotland and Northern England
Apply sound engineering judgement, conceptual understanding, and strong visualisation skills
Promote a culture of quality, safety, continuous improvement, and professional development
Collaborate closely with colleagues across the business to deliver coordinated, multi-disciplinary solutions
This role offers exposure to complex and prestigious projects and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on both team development and regional growth.
About You
Essential:
HNC, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in temporary works design
Chartered or actively working towards ICE or IStructE chartership
Strong leadership capability, with confidence in mentoring and independent decision-making
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
Commercial awareness and confidence managing client expectations
Desirable:
Interest in business development and helping shape regional growth
A proactive, self-motivated approach with a commitment to continuous learning
Why Join?
You will work on a diverse portfolio of technically challenging projects across infrastructure, heritage, commercial, and complex temporary works. The role provides a genuine opportunity to shape a new regional capability while being supported by an established, specialist engineering environment.
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary with annual merit-based reviews
Clear progression opportunities as the regional team grows
Structured professional development and chartership support
Regular technical forums, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions
Exposure to complex, high-profile engineering projects
Supportive, collaborative working culture that values initiative and innovation
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- Location:
- London
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Engineer, Senior, Engineering