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Temporary Works Design Engineer
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About The Role
Based in Bristol, RGB Recruitment seeks a Temporary Works Design Engineer for a full-time, hybrid role. You will join a specialist firm delivering in-house scaffolding, propping, and shoring solutions across construction, heritage, marine, civil, and rail sectors throughout England and Wales. Your focus is overseeing the design and delivery of safe, compliant scaffolding systems. Collaborating with a team of engineers and the Pre-Contracts Director, you will liaise with clients to ensure designs meet project specifications and industry standards. The salary is £45,000 to £55,000, with benefits including 25 days of holiday. This position suits an engineer adept at managing projects from conception through to completion.
About Us
A Bristol-based temporary works specialist, providing in-house design, scaffolding, access, propping, and shoring solutions across construction, heritage, marine, civil engineering, and rail projects throughout England and Wales.
Role Overview
As a Design Engineer, you will oversee the design and delivery of safe, compliant, and efficient scaffolding solutions for construction and industrial projects. Working with a team of Design Engineers, you will work closely with the Pre-Contracts Director, clients, and internal teams to ensure designs meet project requirements, industry standards, and business objectives.
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Key Responsibilities
- Undertake the design of innovative scaffolding and temporary works solutions, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with relevant standards.
- Manage design projects from concept through to delivery, keeping work on time, within budget, and aligned with client specifications.
- Act as a key technical contact for clients, ensuring their requirements are understood and translated into practical design solutions.
- Help mentor and develop the design team, supporting knowledge sharing, engagement, and continuous professional development.
- Collaborate with pre-contracts, sales, operations, and other stakeholders to support seamless project delivery and business growth.
- Keep up to date with industry regulations, technology, and best practice, driving improvement and innovation within the design function.
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Key Performance Measures
- Designs delivered accurately, on time, and within budget, with minimal rework or revisions required.
- Full compliance with UK regulations, company policies, and relevant standards.
- Strong client and stakeholder satisfaction through clear communication, reliable service, and practical design solutions.
- Effective leadership, workload management, and development of the design team.
- Contribution to process improvements, tender support, innovation, and the strategic growth of the design function.
Required Experience And Knowledge
- Strong technical experience designing scaffolding systems, including suspended scaffolds, access towers, and temporary structures.
- Proven experience leading design teams and managing complex design workloads.
- Confident working directly with clients to develop bespoke, practical, and compliant scaffolding solutions.
- Familiarity with relevant design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or similar engineering tools.
- Good understanding of UK scaffolding, temporary works, and health and safety requirements.
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