Temporary Works Structural Engineering Specialist
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Posted on:
08-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Join Kapitol Build the Future with Us!
At Kapitol were redefining the construction industry by delivering exceptional projects that combine innovation safety and sustainability. As a leading construction company were looking for aTemporary Works Structural Engineering Specialistto join our team and play a key role in shaping the success of our projects.
About the Role:
As aTemporary Works Structural Engineering Specialist youll provide expert technical advice and leadership in the design planning and implementation of temporary structures used during construction. These include scaffolding propping crane bases and other support systems critical to safe and efficient project delivery. Importantlythis role does not involve detailed engineering design responsibilities allowing you to focus on reviewing advising and ensuring the safety and compliance of temporary works.
Youll work closely with project teams consultants and trade partners to ensure all temporary works are practical compliant with Australian Standards and seamlessly integrated into the overall construction process.
What Youll Do:
Review and Advise on Temporary Works Designs:
- Evaluate designs for temporary structuressuch as:
- Demolition works.
- Temporary structural supports (e.g. props needles).
- Propping and back-propping.
- Falsework and formwork.
- Dilapidation and condition reports.
- Crane bases crane ties crane recovery and staging.
- Precast lifting and propping.
- Catch decks.
- etc
- Assess the impact of construction activities on permanent structures such as:
- Construction hoists alimaks and concrete placing booms.
- Mobile cranes loading platforms and construction vehicles.
- Scaffoldings screens and elevated work platforms (EWPs).
- Material stacking and other temporary loads.
- etc
Technical Leadership and Support:
- Provide expert advice on construction sequencing methodology and program planning.
- Collaborate with project managers design managers and delivery teams to ensure the correct implementation of temporary works on-site.
- Conduct value engineering and propose alternative designs to optimise safety and efficiency.
Training and Development:
- Train and mentor team members on temporary works best practices.
- Develop and maintain in-house processes procedures and quality assurance standards for temporary works.
Safety and Compliance:
- Ensure all temporary works meet Australian Standards and align with client specifications.
- Identify and mitigate risks related to temporary structures and their impact on permanent designs.
What Were Looking For:
Required Skills:
- A degree or diploma in Structural Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum 15 years of relevant industry experience including expertise in temporary works like scaffolding propping crane bases and structural supports.
- Chartered Professional Engineer
- Conversant with structural engineering software such as RAPT StructuralToolkit SAP2000 RamConcept
- Ability to carry out manual calculations
- Strong technical knowledge of construction methodologies and their impact on permanent structures.
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- A valid construction induction card and full working rights in Australia.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience with software like Aconex and Bluebeam.
- A proactive detail-oriented and adaptable approach to work.
- On-site experience on commercial building sites and expertise in electrical construction.
- Skills in crane and rigging coordination logistics and safety compliance.
Why Kapitol
- Innovative Projects:Work on some of the most exciting and complex construction projects in the industry.
- Collaborative Culture:Be part of a supportive team that values your expertise and encourages growth.
- Commitment to Excellence:Join a company that prioritises safety quality and sustainability in everything we do.
Ready to Make an ImpactIf youre passionate about engineering excellence and want to contribute to projects that shape the future wed love to hear from you. Apply now and join Kapitol in building something extraordinary.
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Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Construction Experience
- Lean
- Management Experience
- Process Improvement
- Conflict Management
- Experience Administering Injections
- SAP EWM
- OSHA
- Fireworks
- Guest Services
- Knowledge Management
- EHS
About Company
Kapitol Group is one of Australia’s fastest-growing construction companies. Learn more about this award-winning construction company based in Melbourne, building nationwide.
