Senior Engineer

Job description

Senior Engineer (Temporary Works Focus)

Location: Suffolk

Permanent, Full Time

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Engineer with a strong Temporary Works background to support major project delivery in Suffolk.

You will take responsibility for leading engineering activities across a defined section of works, bringing sound technical judgement, commercial awareness and the confidence to make informed decisions. You will often work within a broader engineering team but may also lead independently on smaller projects or packages. Temporary Works expertise will be central to your role - ensuring solutions are safe, compliant, well‑designed and fully integrated into construction methodology.

Key Responsibilities

Temporary Works Leadership

• Lead Temporary Works coordination for your section, ensuring compliance with design, safety and procedural requirements.
• Challenge information, identify risk, propose solutions and drive safe, efficient buildability.
• Liaise with Temporary Works Designers, consultants and subcontractors to develop and approve engineering solutions.
• Anticipate engineering issues early and proactively resolve them to minimise disruption.

Engineering Delivery

• Develop construction methodologies, with clear understanding of the critical path and wider project impacts.
• Manage the engineering input across your work area, delegating tasks effectively and mentoring junior engineers.
• Evaluate completed work and recommend improvements for future stages.
• Contribute to BIM Level 2 processes and promote high‑quality data management.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Ensure all works, including Temporary Works, are delivered safely through robust RAMS and ongoing review.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers to maintain a strong safety culture.
• Support project carbon‑reduction goals through efficient and sustainable engineering practices.

Project & Commercial Management

• Plan and manage engineering activities to ensure progress remains on target.
• Assist in cost estimating for work packages and produce accurate engineering records and site documentation.
• Influence resource planning and contribute to effective project lifecycle management.

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Strong, demonstrable experience in Temporary Works within major civil engineering projects.
• Confidence in making engineering decisions with awareness of safety, commercial and programme considerations.
• Ability to lead engineering activities and mentor junior team members.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills - able to work with designers, consultants, clients and subcontractors.
• Knowledge of BIM Level 2 principles and digital information management.
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving, continuous improvement and innovation.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., MEng/BEng in Civil Engineering, ICE progression) is desirable.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Suffolk

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English