Temporary Works Designer | Ayrshire and Arran

Salary:

£45,000 - £60,000 per annum (DOE)

Ayrshire, South Lanarkshire, Durham, Scarborough, Dorset, or West Yorkshire

Office-based / Hybrid (with remote options considered depending on proximity to office hubs)

• Design and review temporary works solutions including access systems, lifting schemes, propping, falsework, and stability works.
• Produce detailed calculations, sketches, and technical design drawings in line with project requirements.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant British Standards, Eurocodes, and CDM regulations.
• Liaise closely with engineers, site construction teams, fabricators, and project managers.
• Provide real-time technical support during construction and steel erection phases.
• Carry out risk assessments and ensure safe design principles are embedded in all temporary works designs.
• Work to tight programme deadlines while maintaining absolute accuracy and safety compliance.

• Proven experience in temporary works design within construction or structural steel environments.
• Strong understanding of Eurocodes, British Standards, and CDM regulations.
• Experience using design and analysis software such as AutoCAD, Tekla Tedds, Robot, or similar.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills across site and office-based teams.

• Paid overtime opportunities (where applicable).
• Company pension scheme & comprehensive healthcare package.
• Subsidised canteen and free on-site parking at selected locations.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Ongoing professional training and development.
• Regular team-building events, awards ceremonies, and employee reward schemes.
• Clear progression path into senior / pre-construction leadership roles.