Project Temporary Works Designer
AKA – Lead Structural Designer, Assistant Principal Structural Engineer, Design Team Lead Assistant
Location: Dartford
An excellent opportunity has arisen to join our Temporary Works Design team. As a Project Temporary Works Designer, you will work on a variety of projects such as Thames Tideway, East West Rail, Whiteleys, and Beckton water treatment to name a few. You will work closely with project teams to design Temporary Works solutions that will enable the delivery of the project. The Project Temporary Works Designer will be responsible for between 2-3 engineers providing guidance and on-the-job training. The position will hold some management responsibilities to continuously improve the team, working methods, and utilization of software available.
The PE will assist the Design Team Leader in technical or managerial reviews and may be allocated as a primary point of contact within the Temporary Works Design Office for projects, as assigned by the General Manager.
About the Role
* As the Senior Temporary Works Designer, you will provide safe, practical, and economic designs of temporary works in accordance with project procedures, the British and European codes of practice, and UK construction Health and Safety legislation.
* Prepare conceptual and detailed designs including calculations, design risk assessments, and sketches/drawings/models as appropriate.
* Work on a range of temporary works designs, which could include: formwork, falsework, access, temporary concrete and steel structures, reinforcement stability, structures for heavy lifting, groundworks, etc.
* As the Project Temporary Works Designer, you will also work with the specialist CAD team.
* Work with construction teams to understand the practicalities of the erection, use, and dismantle of temporary works.
* Coordinate design work with a wide range of suppliers and designers.
Your Experience
* Desired education: BEng/MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering.
* Hands-on experience with BS 5975.
* Experience in the design of formwork, falsework, and access scaffolding.
* Experience in the design of bespoke shutters (steel or timber).
* Experience with codes of practice for concrete and steel work design (EN & BS codes).
* Chartered or working towards chartership.
* Literacy in Microsoft Office software.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Detailed knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation.
* Ability to manage consultants, sub-consultants, suppliers, and sub-contractors.
A strong technical background is essential. Design capability with all mainstream structural materials (i.e. steelwork, reinforced concrete, timber, etc.) using Eurocodes is required. Geotechnical design capability is also beneficial. Familiarity with a range of proprietary falsework, formwork, and shoring equipment is also an essential requirement of the role.
Why Choose Us?
We are an innovative, forward-thinking business who pride ourselves on the quality of our people and the projects we deliver. We are committed to extensive training, development, and long-term career opportunities and as such this role is suitable for a committed individual who is seeking long-term career opportunities.
In return, you will be rewarded with leading company benefits that only a global business can offer as well as a competitive remuneration package.
Apply now or check out more about us at our website. We look forward to speaking with you soon.
Our Company:
With a heritage spanning over 160 years, Laing O'Rourke is an internationally focused engineering enterprise with world-class capabilities. We operate an integrated business model comprising the full range of engineering, construction, and asset management services delivering single-source solutions for some of the world's most prestigious public and private organisations.
We really value difference at Laing O'Rourke and believe a diverse team drives innovation. We are a global multicultural business committed to the inclusion of all employees, enabling everyone to feel respected & valued for being themselves.
We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email resourcingteam@laingorourke.com.
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