It's more than a job. It's a passion.

Around the globe, impressive infrastructure and building projects are constructed using Doka’s expertise in formwork technology. We offer temporary works solutions for a wide range of site concreting activities where equipment is needed to form concrete formwork moulds and to support a variety of concrete structures. 

This is the result of teamwork – the collaboration of more than 7000 employees in over 160 distribution and logistics facilities in more than 70 countries worldwide. We are proud of our achievements gained over 150 years, still as a family owned company.

We are looking for a Senior Formwork Designer or a Formwork Designer to produce design solutions and material lists that represent the most efficient and safe use of Doka equipment for the site team. They provide technical assistance to the customer  from the preliminary stage of a project to its completion, in collaboration with the sales and operations personnel.

• Working with AutoCAD (& in future BIM/Revit software) to produce concept designs, approval general arrangement drawings and fully developed working drawings to include assembly and production drawings.
• Provides material lists for quotations and shipments to the site.
• Produces and ensures that the drawings indicate the proper use of Doka formwork equipment and that the drawings represent safe, economical and efficient designs.
• Develop solutions for a wide range of construction applications
• Produce calculations to verify the developed schemes, providing formal calculation reports when required.
• Ensures that the work is designed with available inventory and in accordance with the design brief.
• With experience, assist with technical coordination/project management of projects, collaborating with colleagues from other departments. Also, supervising other designers, taking engineering lead for projects and interacting with customers.

Other Responsibilities/Peripheral Functions:

• Participates in job site visits, identifies any improper implementation and can take action insuring corrective measures are immediately implemented.
• Assist with department development initiatives and support the training of future employees.
• Other duties/projects as assigned, such as participating in company committees/teams.

• Qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction, Structural or Mechanical engineering desirable.
• Formwork design experience preferred. Alternative experience in temporary works, i.e scaffolding or ground shoring, would be considered.
• Excellent communication skills including an excellent command of English (speaking, reading, writing).
• Qualitative abilities including strong analytical skills, technical proficiency and effective problem solving skills.
• Experienced in AutoCAD, knowledge of BIM/Revit would also be helpful, as well as computer applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willing and able to learn new products, concepts and techniques.
• Organized team player able to work in a deadline driven, fast-paced environment.

What we offer:

• Hybrid working
• Attractive employee benefits
• Comprehensive training period

All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK.

Doka UK Formwork Technologies Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities and we base all our employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.

If you are interested in this role or would like further information, please do not hesitate to contact Jemma Morley (HR Manager).