Senior Engineer - Temporary Works / Steel Frame & Envelope
Location: Suffolk
Rate: Up to £380 per day (CIS)
Contract Type: Freelance / Contract
Sector: Renewable Energy / Civil Engineering
Employer: Tier 1 Contractor
We are currently recruiting for Senior Engineers to join a Tier 1 contractor delivering a major UK renewable energy infrastructure scheme.
We have two key opportunities available on a large-scale onshore development supporting a nationally significant offshore wind project:
Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)
Steel Frame & Building EnvelopeBoth roles offer the chance to work on a high-profile, technically complex project with long-term prospects.
Role 1: Senior Engineer - Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)
You will take ownership of all temporary works on site, ensuring designs, coordination, and implementation are managed safely and in line with procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
Acting as Temporary Works Coordinator in line with BS5975
Managing the full temporary works lifecycle (design brief to completion)
Reviewing and coordinating temporary works designs
Ensuring works are delivered safely and built to specification
Maintaining registers, permits, and documentation
Liaising with designers, subcontractors, and site teamsRequirements:
TWC certification (essential)
Strong experience on major civils / infrastructure projects
In-depth knowledge of temporary works procedures
Tier 1 contractor experience preferredRole 2: Senior Engineer - Steel Frame & Envelope
You will lead the delivery of structural steelwork and building envelope packages, ensuring works are coordinated, compliant, and built to specification.
Key Responsibilities:
Managing steel frame erection and envelope/cladding installation
Coordinating subcontractors and specialist packages
Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and built to specification
Reviewing drawings, managing QA, and closing out technical queries
Monitoring progress and reporting to senior managementRequirements:
Proven experience delivering steel frame and envelope packages
Strong technical knowledge of structural steel and cladding systems
Experience on large-scale infrastructure or industrial projects
Strong QA and coordination backgroundGeneral Requirements (Both Roles)
CSCS card (essential)
SMSTS (preferred)
Experience working with Tier 1 or principal contractors
Strong focus on health & safety, quality, and "right first time" deliveryWhat's on Offer
Up to £380 per day (CIS)
Long-term work on a flagship renewable energy project
Opportunity to work with a leading Tier 1 contractor
Exposure to complex, high-value construction packages