Structural Engineer

Position: Structural Engineer
Location: East Anglia (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 buildings
Bennett 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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