Job Description
Job Title: Temporary Works Administrator
Location: Plymouth
Working Hours: 42.5 hours per week Monday Friday, 08 00
About the Role
We are currently seeking a Temporary Works Administrator to join our clients team. Working as part of the design and engineering team, you will provide essential administrative support to Temporary Works Coordinators, ensuring the effective control, tracking, and filing of all Temporary Works documentation across the project.
This is a key role within a live construction environment, requiring strong organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to work confidently with multiple stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Administration and maintenance of the Temporary Works Register
Updating schedules of Temporary Works designs as they progress through approval stages
Compiling completed Temporary Works Design Packs
Submitting Design Packs for approval via the project Common Data Environment (CDE)
Filing approved Temporary Works designs and permits within the project CDE
Maintaining the Permit to Load and Permit to Dismantle registers
Filing approved Temporary Works permits and associated documentation
Managing scaffolding handover certificates and weekly inspection records from subcontractors
Supporting the engineering team with general document control and administrative tasks as required
Training and support will be provided where necessary
About You
Punctual with excellent communication skills and a professional approach
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Able to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines in a busy, multi-disciplinary environment
Confident in building and maintaining effective working relationships at all levels
Experience in an administrative or office-based role, ideally within construction or engineering
Strong record-keeping and document control skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, and PDF editing software
Familiarity with document management systems such as ProjectWise and CEMAR is advantageous
An appreciation of programme and commercial controls would be beneficial
Security and Eligibility Requirements
BPSS security clearance is required due to the secure nature of the site and can take up to 8 weeks to complete
Candidates must hold a valid passport from a NATO or MISWG member country
Candidates must have resided in the UK continuously for the past 5 years
What s on Offer
Opportunity to work on a major, long-term infrastructure programme
Stable working hours within a professional engineering environment
Supportive team culture with development and training opportunities
Exposure to high-profile temporary works processes within a regulated site
