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Temporary Works Design Engineer - Construction - Northern Ireland

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Belfast

AI generated summary

  • You must manage workload effectively, assist in temporary works design, ensure compliance with codes, provide technical guidance, and attend site visits. Eligibility to work in the UK is required.
  • You will design and check temporary works, produce calculations and drawings, ensure compliance, support teams, advise on construction loads, conduct site visits, and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

  • TEMPORARY WORKS DESIGN ENGINEER - Permanent Opportunity
  • LOCATION: Hillsborough, Northern Ireland
  • The successful candidate will contribute to the successful delivery of a broad range of civil, structural & geotechnical temporary works designs throughout the GRAHAM business.
  • A Temporary Works Design Engineer must manage their own workload, maximising individual utilisation and project efficiency.
  • It is the responsibility of the Design Engineer to maintain their own Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and to encourage and assist in the development of all staff within the GRAHAM business, maintaining relationships with peers to ensure the transfer of knowledge / skills / expertise.
  • Assisting with all aspects of temporary works design and checking for tender and construction phases of UK and Ireland Projects, above and below ground, using all materials.
  • Preparing safe, buildable and efficient temporary works designs required as part of construction requirements in accordance with relevant design codes.
  • Producing temporary works calculations, associated drawings (using Cad) and design risk assessments to challenging deadlines.
  • Ensuring the design is managed in accordance with the relevant quality procedures.
  • Ensure that a design brief has been established with full consultation with all relevant parties in accordance with the actual situation on site and ensuring all construction loads are considered.
  • Advise the permanent works designer of any temporary conditions or loads that should be considered in the permanent works design.
  • Ensure that the design, where required, is independently checked for concept, structural adequacy and compliance with the brief.
  • Assisting with checking, reviewing, approving and certifying temporary works designs by others / sub-contractors.
  • Ensuring full compliance with CDM requirements.
  • Providing prompt advice and react to the requirements of numerous construction teams, during all site activities, safely and effectively dealing with changing design briefs / site conditions and activities.
  • Assisting with supporting estimating teams to develop costs, programmes and construction sequencing.
  • Provide necessary information to the Procurement Department to enable the procurement of materials and subcontractors.
  • To work alongside other professionals in multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Provide technical guidance where necessary to less experienced engineers including site team members.
  • To attend site visits where required to inspect temporary works or to assist with resolution of buildability issues ascertained during construction works.
  • Introducing improvements and innovations where appropriate.
  • Working as part of a team, taking personal responsibility to deliver results with the ability to multi-task (prioritise, organise and schedule work) and to deal with change and react to changing site requirements.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement by attending team meetings and contributing to the team development topics.
  • We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to live and work in the UK, as per Home Office regulations.
  • A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.
  • GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicant’s experience and/or qualifications and we expect all applicants to comply with any such requests for information.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting with all aspects of temporary works design and checking for tender and construction phases of UK and Ireland Projects, above and below ground, using all materials.
  • Preparing safe, buildable and efficient temporary works designs required as part of construction requirements in accordance with relevant design codes.
  • Producing temporary works calculations, associated drawings (using Cad) and design risk assessments to challenging deadlines. Calculations may include: Structural Steel/Concrete/Timber Design, Piling/Crane Working Platform Design, Hoarding Design, Formwork / Falsework Design, Scaffolding Design, Slope Stability Analysis & Design of Ground Support Systems including cofferdams.
  • Ensuring the design is managed in accordance with the relevant quality procedures.
  • Ensure that a design brief has been established with full consultation with all relevant parties in accordance with the actual situation on site and ensuring all construction loads are considered.
  • Advise the permanent works designer of any temporary conditions or loads that should be considered in the permanent works design.
  • Ensure that the design, where required, is independently checked for concept, structural adequacy and compliance with the brief.
  • Assisting with checking, reviewing, approving and certifying temporary works designs by others / sub-contractors.
  • Ensuring full compliance with CDM requirements.
  • Providing prompt advice and react to the requirements of numerous construction teams, during all site activities, safely and effectively dealing with changing design briefs / site conditions and activities.
  • Assisting with supporting estimating teams to develop costs, programmes and construction sequencing.
  • Provide necessary information to the Procurement Department to enable the procurement of materials and subcontractors.
  • To work alongside other professionals in multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Provide technical guidance where necessary to less experienced engineers including site team members.
  • To attend site visits where required to inspect temporary works or to assist with resolution of buildability issues ascertained during construction works.
  • Introducing improvements and innovations where appropriate.
  • Working as part of a team, taking personal responsibility to deliver results with the ability to multi-task (prioritise, organise and schedule work) and to deal with change and react to changing site requirements.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement by attending team meetings and contributing to the team development topics.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Temporary Works Design Engineer.

Where is the location for this job?

The location for this job is in Hillsborough, Northern Ireland.

What type of contract is being offered for this position?

This position is a permanent opportunity.

What benefits are included with this role?

Benefits include a car allowance, subsidised private medical cover, life assurance scheme, contributory pension, and 35 days of annual leave (including public holidays).

What will the Temporary Works Design Engineer be responsible for?

The Temporary Works Design Engineer will assist with all aspects of temporary works design, provide technical support for projects, produce calculations and drawings, and ensure compliance with safety and quality procedures.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have relevant qualifications in civil, structural, or geotechnical engineering, and be professionally qualified.

Will there be opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the role includes maintaining Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and encouraging the development of other staff.

Is site work required for this position?

Yes, the role includes attending site visits to inspect temporary works and resolve buildability issues.

What types of calculations might a Temporary Works Design Engineer need to perform?

Calculations may include Structural Steel/Concrete/Timber Design, Piling/Crane Working Platform Design, Hoarding Design, Formwork/Falsework Design, Scaffolding Design, and Slope Stability Analysis.

Is GRAHAM an equal opportunities employer?

Yes, GRAHAM is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer promoting respect for the individual and equality of opportunities.

Are applicants required to have the right to work in the UK?

Yes, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK as per Home Office regulations.

Will a basic disclosure be requested if security clearance is needed?

Yes, a basic disclosure may be requested for security clearance requirements by third-party clients.

What should applicants do if they have a current time-restricted right to work in the UK?

Individuals with a time-restricted right to work should contact the Human Resources team in the first instance.

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Mission & Purpose

GRAHAM is a privately-owned company that specialises in the delivery of award-winning construction, civil engineering, interior fit-out, facilities management and investment projects. A truly national business, with an annual turnover of £948m, it operates from a network of 16 regional offices throughout the UK and Ireland, and employs over 2000 staff. Proudly “delivering lasting impact” since 1778, it is currently completing over 100 live projects across a range of key sectors including education, healthcare, commercial, retail, highways and rail. Looking ahead, GRAHAM has a record order book and a healthy £1.9bn pipeline of opportunity. As a responsible, sustainable contractor, GRAHAM has also aligned its CSR strategy to the UN Sustainable Development Goals to help achieve its ambitious social value and environmental targets. This account is only monitored during our hours of operation; Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 5pm BST. Please expect a response within that time frame.