Principal Temporary Works Engineer (Engineering and Design)

Due to sustained and increased secured demand across multiple clients and projects (CMDP, Thames Water, UU, Trawsfynydd, Heathrow, M60 Simister Island). We are expanding our engineering team for UK projects and are seeking a Principal Engineer with significant temporary works experience on complex delivery projects. As a client-facing Principal Engineer, you will manage the delivery of engineering design on major projects throughout various stages of the project life cycle, ensuring adherence to project schedules, budgets, safety, and quality requirements. This role is home-based, but you will be expected to attend the Costain Offices, with an expectation of working in the office at least one day per week (London, Manchester, Maidenhead or Worle) . Our informal dynamic working policy allows all employees to discuss and agree on flexibility regarding where, when, and how they work, based on individual preferences and the requirements of the role, client, business, and team. Short-term travel to company, supplier, or client offices or sites for business purposes may be required. #LI-MR1 Key Responsibilities As a Principal Engineer you will be a member of a Temporary Works Engineering and Design Team supervising and carrying out civil and structural engineering designs for a variety of projects and proposals, that include: - Working platforms Ground shoring /retaining walls / slope stability Deep and shallow foundations Demolition Concrete structures Steel structures Hoarding and fencing Construction Methodology / buildability assessments Formwork/falsework Scaffolding The work is required across several sectors: Highways, Rail, Water, Power, Nuclear and Defence. Principal Accountabilities Preparation of design documentation as requested by Lead Engineers. Be responsible for the supervision, preparation, checking and approval of design work in accordance with Company Procedures. Ensure that the project discipline engineering activities are executed within budget and schedule, while maintaining technical integrity. Ensure work is carried out in accordance with relevant codes, standards and procedures. Maintain and develop current awareness of relevant codes and standards. Mentoring/coaching and the development of junior members of the team Implement company, and where applicable, client/project policies and procedures. Remain abreast of legislative requirements. Make short term visits to sites and offices in the UK and overseas, to support project and proposal’s needs, for Client liaison, Statutory Undertakers, Building Control, site surveys, third party engineering and design supervision, construction supervision, etc. Be fully aware of legal and organisational responsibilities regarding Health, Safety and Environmental issues with respect to Employees, Contractors, Clients and third parties, ensuring that activities are managed in accordance with Company Policy and Client requirements. Note: - In the above descriptions the term ‘design’ is used in its broadest sense and covers design calculations, specifications, equipment selection, material selection, contract documentation and enquiry requisition / bid review / purchase requisition for subcontracted construction and fabrication work, and approval of subcontractors and suppliers’ documentatio n. Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Essential Significant experience in Temporary works design/checking. Understanding of site construction methods Thorough knowledge of the major project delivery process from work winning to project handover. Knowledge and understanding of UK technical and regulatory standards and global best practice. Collaborative, innovative and agile. Experienced customer facing capability with an ability to develop and influence relationships Strong interpersonal skills and an effective communicator (written & verbal) Desirable Proven engineering and business system/software skills Civils, Structures and Infrastructure knowledge Essential Chartered Engineer and Membership of a professional engineering institution Honours Degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering related subject. Desirable Chartered Engineer and Membership of a professional engineering institution