Structural Engineer

Position: Structural Engineer

Location: Scotland (Field-Based)

Salary: £50,000+ DOE (Flexible depending on experience)

We are currently representing a market-leading, digital-first structural surveying consultancy with a strong UK presence, seeking a Structural Engineer, with experience in Structural Surveys to join their expanding Building Consultancy division covering regional projects.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking, tech-enabled business that is redefining how structural surveys and defect diagnostics are delivered. The role offers a high degree of autonomy, working across a varied portfolio including residential, commercial, and historic buildings, with a strong emphasis on insurance-related work and building pathology.

The business is known for its cutting-edge digital reporting systems, allowing engineers to produce live, on-site reports via tablet-based technology, improving efficiency and client delivery. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality inspections, diagnosing structural issues, and providing clear, commercially aware remedial recommendations.

Structural Engineer - Salary & Benefits

Salary starting from £45,000+ (DOE - flexible for the right candidate)

Car Allowance or Electric vehicle / car scheme

25 days Holiday + 8 BH and day off on your birthday

Performance-related bonus

Enhanced contributory pension

Flexible benefits package

Enhanced family leave

Share purchase scheme (with interest-free loan option)

Death in Service x4

Ongoing CPD and training within a growing business

Flexible / hybrid working model

Structural Engineer - Responsibilities

Undertake structural inspections across residential, commercial, and heritage buildings

Diagnose defects including subsidence, movement, fire and storm damage

Produce live digital reports on-site, ensuring accuracy and efficiency

Provide remedial specifications and technical recommendations

Manage and contribute to insurance claim reporting processes

Liaise with insurers, clients, and contractors to ensure service excellence

Maintain high standards of technical delivery aligned with KPIs and SLAs

Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation within a digital-first environment

Structural Engineer - Requirements

Minimum 2+ years' experience in structural inspections / defect diagnosis

Strong knowledge of building pathology and structural damage mechanisms

Experience working on insurance-related surveys (highly advantageous)

Understanding of both traditional and non-traditional construction methods

Excellent IT skills, comfortable using digital reporting tools / tablets

Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise across stakeholders

Ability to work independently across a regional patch

Full UK driving licence

Working towards or holding professional membership (MIStructE, MICE, MRICS or similar)

Experience with historic buildingsBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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