Building Control Engineer

Civic Recruitment Limited; Dover; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is advertising a three-month contract for a Local Authority, serving as the expert advisor on structural engineering within Building Control. The role requires guidance on design, materials, and compliance with Building Regulations.

The successful candidate will evaluate plans and calculations for complex projects, including high-rise developments, and provide technical recommendations within statutory deadlines.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in structural engineering, Building Control, civil engineering, or a related construction field.
• Proven ability to assess complex structural engineering proposals and building regulation submissions.
• Experience in reviewing structural calculations, engineering reports, and technical design documents.
• Background in large-scale, complex, or high-rise development projects.

Responsibilities

• Offer expert structural engineering advice on Building Control applications, construction projects, and regulatory compliance.
• Evaluate plans, specifications, structural calculations, engineering reports, and supporting documents for building regulation submissions.
• Analyze complex and high-risk projects, including major residential, commercial, and high-rise developments.
• Ensure that building designs and construction methods meet Building Regulations, British Standards, Eurocodes, and other relevant legislation.
• Provide recommendations for the approval, rejection, or modification of structural engineering proposals.
• Prepare schedules of conditions and technical recommendations within statutory deadlines.
• Lead structural assessments for dangerous structures and emergency situations.

Skills

Structural engineering

Building Control

Civil engineering

Project assessment

Education

Degree in Structural/Civil Engineering

CEng status or in progress

Job description

Tower Hamlets, United Kingdom | Posted on 23/10/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That's why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

3 months contract with a Local Authority

Summary

• This is a 3-month contract position with a Local Authority, offering a pay rate of £45.09 per hour under an umbrella arrangement. The role involves serving as the Council's expert advisor on structural engineering within the Building Control Service. The successful candidate will provide specialized technical guidance on structural design, construction techniques, building materials, and engineering standards to ensure adherence to Building Regulations and related laws.

Responsibilities

• Offer expert structural engineering advice on Building Control applications, construction projects, and regulatory compliance.
• Evaluate plans, specifications, structural calculations, engineering reports, and supporting documents for building regulation submissions.
• Analyze complex and high-risk projects, including major residential, commercial, and high-rise developments.
• Ensure that building designs and construction methods meet Building Regulations, British Standards, Eurocodes, and other relevant legislation.
• Provide recommendations for the approval, rejection, or modification of structural engineering proposals.
• Prepare schedules of conditions and technical recommendations within statutory deadlines.
• Lead structural assessments for dangerous structures and emergency situations.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in structural engineering, Building Control, civil engineering, or a related construction field.
• Proven ability to assess complex structural engineering proposals and building regulation submissions.
• Experience in reviewing structural calculations, engineering reports, and technical design documents.
• Background in working on large-scale, complex, or high-rise development projects.

Essential Qualifications

• Degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or in the process of obtaining chartership with a recognized professional institution.
• Membership in a relevant professional body, such as:
  • Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE)
  • Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
  • Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE)

Additional Information

• Working hours: 35 hours per week
• Location: 160 Whitechapel Road, London, Tower Hamlets, E1 1BJ, United Kingdom
• Work pattern: 2 days in the office, 3 days on-site or working from home
• Application deadline: 30th October 2026