HS2, Britain’s new high-speed railway is at peak construction. Balfour Beatty VINCI is HS2’s construction partner in the Midlands, responsible for delivering 90km of the route, from Long Itchington in Warwickshire to the centre of Birmingham and on to Handsacre in Staffordshire.
Now is a great time to join us and be part of a diverse team of nearly 9,000 people from over 80 nationalities working together to deliver major assets including bridges, tunnels and viaducts. Whether onsite or officed based all colleagues have a key part to play in delivering this critical transport infrastructure project.
Current Opportunity: Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) & Methods Engineer
Location:
Based in Birmingham - the Central Region runs from the east of Birmingham into the city centre, comprising Sublot Delta, 1B, 4 and 5S. More than 50% of the structures within IPT Area North are located in the Central Region. This region, which covers a complex urban environment, also includes the 3.5 mile twin bore Bromford Tunnel. It also includes Interchange Station, as well as crossing three major highways (A45, M6 and M42).
Role description:
• Development of construction methodologies, delivering safe, practical and buildable solutions aligned with programme and commercial requirements.
• Act as Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) in accordance with BS 5975, coordinate the temporary works process from design brief through to implementation.
• Assure and inspect TW at construction phase and maintain the TW Register.
• Coordinate between TW and permanent works designs
• Develop and assess alternative construction methods to optimise safety, cost, programme and buildability.
• Risk reduction by implementing innovative solutions, including pre-assembly strategies to minimise work at height and confined space activities.
• Support temporary works design through review of drawings, calculations and design assumptions.
• Produce method statements and risk assessments (RAMS) for complex operations.
• Utilise BIM and CAD to support coordination, planning and visualisation.
• Promote strong safety culture and ensure compliance with CDM and project standards.
• Contribute to programme delivery, sustainability objectives and overall project efficiency.
Essential Experience & Qualifications:
• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Extensive experience delivering major infrastructure or complex civil works.
• Strong knowledge of temporary works and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of UK construction standards, CDM regulations, BS 5975.
• Proficient in digital engineering (BIM, 4D, geospatial modelling).
• Ability to use drafting tools (MicroStation, CAD)
• Knowledge of HS2 assurance and stakeholder processes.
• CITB TW Coordinator qualification, CSCS Card, SMSTS and chartership expectation (IEng/CEng or working towards)
• Experience in temporary works coordination.
• Team working skills and Subcontractor TW management.
• Knowledge of Site Assist usage and TW Register management.
• Ability to produce simple TW Designs.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK to be considered.
Why Join Us:
Flexible working options
Free parking & travel allowance (where eligible)
Family-friendly policies
Excellent pension & healthcare
Wellbeing support & flu vaccinations
About Us
Balfour Beatty VINCI is a joint venture with over 30 years of experience delivering iconic infrastructure, including the Channel Tunnel, Crossrail, and upgrading some of the UK’s busiest motorways. On HS2, we’re building everything from viaducts and tunnels to bridges and embankments across the West Midlands.
Diversity & Inclusion
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming people from all backgrounds, abilities and neurodiversities. As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities.
Flexible Working
We’re open to discussing flexible working arrangements to suit your needs, aligned with project requirements.