Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) / Engineering Manager

Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) / Engineering Manager

Posted 1 day ago by TieTalent

£600 Per day
Outside
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Norwich, England, United Kingdom

Summary: The role of Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) and Engineering Manager involves overseeing all technical aspects of temporary and permanent works on a major infrastructure project. The position requires independent judgment on engineering methodologies and construction sequencing to ensure project compliance and efficiency. The successful candidate will manage planning, design, and installation processes while ensuring alignment between temporary and permanent works. This role is critical for the successful execution of a major junction improvement project.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and coordinate the planning, design, installation, use, and removal of all temporary works, acting as TWC.
  • Lead on method engineering, buildability reviews, and technical sign-off of construction activities.
  • Review and implement technical systems for earthworks, piling, roadworks, bridges, culverts, underpasses, drainage, and lifting operations.
  • Oversee engineering risk management, including ground movement monitoring and critical permit approval (to dig, load, strike).
  • Ensure alignment of temporary and permanent works, managing change control, design integration, and method statement reviews.
  • Oversee the Materials Approval Request (MAR) process to ensure specification-compliant materials only.
  • Support quality assurance, including inspection test plans (ITPs), materials testing, and technical handover.
  • Champion digital delivery, promoting 3D modelling and the digital handover of project data.

Key Skills:

  • Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
  • Experience in temporary works coordination, design and construction integration, and technical assurance.
  • Strong understanding of ground engineering, structures, earthworks, and site investigation.
  • Conversant with industry standards (e.g., Specification for Highway Works, British and European standards).
  • Chartered or working towards chartership with ICE or similar institution (preferred).
  • Proficient in risk, change, value, and cost management.
  • Highway and major infrastructure experience.
  • Previous experience on Skanska or National Highways frameworks.
  • Strong communicator and collaborator.
  • Proactive in driving sustainability and digital construction methods.

Salary (Rate): £600/day

City: Norwich

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

About

Location: Thickthorn Junction

Contract Type: Freelance / Outside IR35

Duration: Immediate start 31st October

Rate: £600/day

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) and Engineering Manager to oversee and manage all technical aspects of both temporary and permanent works on a major infrastructure scheme. You will work independently from the delivery team to provide critical judgment on engineering methodologies, design integration, and construction sequencing to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant project execution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and coordinate the planning, design, installation, use, and removal of all temporary works, acting as TWC.
  • Lead on method engineering, buildability reviews, and technical sign-off of construction activities.
  • Review and implement technical systems for earthworks, piling, roadworks, bridges, culverts, underpasses, drainage, and lifting operations.
  • Oversee engineering risk management, including ground movement monitoring and critical permit approval (to dig, load, strike).
  • Ensure alignment of temporary and permanent works, managing change control, design integration, and method statement reviews.
  • Oversee the Materials Approval Request (MAR) process to ensure specification-compliant materials only.
  • Support quality assurance, including inspection test plans (ITPs), materials testing, and technical handover.
  • Champion digital delivery, promoting 3D modelling and the digital handover of project data.

Requirements

  • Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
  • Experience in temporary works coordination, design and construction integration, and technical assurance.
  • Strong understanding of ground engineering, structures, earthworks, and site investigation.
  • Conversant with industry standards (e.g., Specification for Highway Works, British and European standards).
  • Chartered or working towards chartership with ICE or similar institution (preferred).
  • Proficient in risk, change, value, and cost management.

Desirable Attributes

  • Highway and major infrastructure experience.
  • Previous experience on Skanska or National Highways frameworks.
  • Strong communicator and collaborator.
  • Proactive in driving sustainability and digital construction methods.

Apply now for a critical engineering role at the heart of this major junction improvement project.

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Nice-to-have skills

  • Change Management
  • Engineering Management
  • Risk Management

Norwich, England, United Kingdom

Work experience

General Project Management

Languages

English