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Principal Scaffolding Design Engineer
Job Posted: 3 hours ago
Salary: £ 65,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Watford
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Principal Design Engineer - Scaffold & Temporary Works
A leading civil engineering contractor known for delivering complex infrastructure projects across the UK. They are looking to appoint a Principal Design Engineer to lead scaffold and temporary works design for major construction schemes.
This is a key technical leadership role suited to someone with strong experience in scaffold/access platform design, a sound understanding of temporary works procedures, and a passion for safety and innovation in engineering delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
·Lead the design and coordination of scaffold systems, access platforms, edge protection, and other temporary works.
·Produce and review technical designs in line with TG20, SG4, BS EN 12811, and relevant temporary works standards.
·Collaborate closely with site teams, subcontractors, and other engineering disciplines to ensure buildable and safe design solutions.
·Attend site visits to validate scaffold installations and resolve design queries.
·Participate in risk assessments, temporary works coordination meetings, and constructibility reviews.
·Mentor junior engineers and scaffold coordinators within the team.
·Ensure all designs integrate with CDM regulations and the wider project programme.
What They're Looking For:
·Degree-qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's preferred)
·Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards it
·Extensive experience in structural and temporary works design, including scaffolding
·Knowledge of TG20:21, SG4:22, BS EN 12811 and CDM regulations
·Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and structural analysis tools such as STAAD Pro or Tekla Tedds
·Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills
What's on Offer:
·Join a high-performing team delivering nationally significant infrastructure
·Long-term career development with support towards chartership
·Work on technically complex, safety-critical projects
·Competitive salary and package, with flexible working options
If you're an experienced Design Engineer with a strong background in scaffold and temporary works looking for your next challenge please get in touch. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat with Claire on (phone number removed)Before You Apply
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