Design Engineer

The BAM UK & Ireland Temporary Works Centre of Expertise (TW CoE) is seeking talented Design Engineers to join our growing team.

The TW CoE provides specialist temporary works design, technical support, and engineering expertise across BAM UK & Ireland. Working on a wide variety of complex and high-profile projects, we deliver innovative solutions that support safe, efficient, and sustainable construction.

As a Design Engineer, you will be involved in the development and delivery of temporary works designs across a diverse range of construction projects while building your technical knowledge and engineering experience.

• You would be joining our Northern Regional Temporary Works team, with the flexibility to be based from our Leeds, Manchester, Kilsyth, or Birmingham office, depending on your location and preference.

You will support the successful delivery of temporary works design solutions by:

• Preparing safe, practical, and economical temporary works designs across a range of projects.
• Liaising with project teams to understand design requirements and develop effective solutions.
• Producing calculations, design risk assessments, sketches, and technical documentation.
• Supporting the development of conceptual and detailed engineering designs in accordance with relevant standards and codes.
• Assisting Project Design Leads and Senior Engineers in the delivery of projects and bids.
• Undertaking site visits and engaging with construction teams where required.
• Maintaining accurate project information within departmental management systems.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and sharing technical knowledge with colleagues.
• Taking a proactive approach to training, professional development, and progression towards chartership.

Essential

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in civil and/or structural engineering design.
• Knowledge of construction methods and construction processes.
• Experience using engineering analysis and design software.
• Membership of ICE, IStructE, or an equivalent professional institution and working towards Chartered Engineer status.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.

Desirable

• Construction site experience.
• Knowledge of BS 5975 and temporary works management principles.
• Familiarity with Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) and DfMA.
• Knowledge of digital engineering and digital construction processes.

• Competitive salary
• A wide range of family-friendly policies
• Company car/car allowance/travel allowance
• 8 % matched pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• 26 days holiday
• 2 wellbeing days
• 1 volunteering day
• Personal and professional development

Building a sustainable tomorrow. That's our mission and our promise at BAM. It's how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.

We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We're on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.