Structural Engineer

Out client is seeking a Structural Engineer on a contract basis. This role is pivotal within the council's Building Control or Property Services team, ensuring that buildings are safe, compliant, and structurally sound. The position entails a combination of technical expertise, site-based assessments, and collaborative problem-solving to support the council's statutory duties and capital programmes.

• Review structural calculations, drawings, and specifications submitted for Building Regulations approval, focusing on compliance with Part A (Structure) and associated legislation.
• Provide expert structural advice to Building Control Surveyors on complex or unusual construction proposals.
• Assess structural adequacy for domestic, commercial, and public buildings, including refurbishments, extensions, conversions, and new builds.

• Undertake site inspections to verify that construction work aligns with approved plans and meets structural safety standards.
• Prepare clear, concise technical reports, including feasibility assessments, remedial recommendations, and dangerous structure evaluations.
• Support emergency call-outs relating to dangerous structures, fire damage, impact damage, or structural collapse.

• Provide structural engineering input into council-led development, regeneration, and maintenance projects.
• Assist in the structural appraisal of council-owned assets such as schools, libraries, housing stock, and civic buildings.
• Contribute to project scoping, procurement, and contractor liaison as required.

• Offer specialist advice to internal teams including Planning, Housing, Regeneration, and Facilities Management.
• Liaise with architects, contractors, developers, and external engineers to resolve structural queries and ensure safe, practical solutions.
• Support enforcement action where non-compliant or unsafe work is identified.

• Ensure all work complies with relevant British Standards, Eurocodes, Building Regulations, and council policies.
• Maintain accurate records, inspection notes, and audit trails in line with statutory requirements.
• Promote best practice in structural safety, risk management, and construction quality across the borough.

• Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (BEng/MEng/MSc).
• Strong understanding of structural design principles, materials, and construction methods.
• Experience producing or reviewing structural calculations and drawings.
• Ability to interpret technical documents and communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience conducting site inspections and preparing technical reports.
• Knowledge of Building Regulations, particularly Part A.

• Experience working within a local authority, Building Control body, or public-sector environment.
• Membership or working toward membership of IStructE or ICE.
• Familiarity with dangerous structures procedures and enforcement processes.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software (e.g., Tedds, Tekla, Robot).