Field-Based Structural Engineer – Digital Reports & Heritage

American Society of Civil Engineers; Cullompton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance / EV scheme

25 days holiday + 8 BH

Performance bonus

Enhanced pension

Flexible benefits

Enhanced family leave

Share purchase scheme

Death in service x4

CPD & training

Hybrid working model

Job summary

American Society of Civil Engineers is seeking a Structural Engineer (field-based in the Southwest) to inspect residential, commercial and heritage structures and to deliver live digital on-site reports. You will diagnose defects and provide remedial specifications for insurers and clients.

The role offers hybrid working with a tech-enabled reporting platform, focusing on insurance-related surveys and building pathology. Requires at least 2 years' experience and a UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years' experience in structural inspections / defect diagnosis.
• Strong knowledge of building pathology and damage mechanisms.
• Experience with insurance-related surveys is advantageous.
• Excellent IT skills and comfort with digital reporting tools.

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 in a digital-first environment.

Skills

Structural inspections

Defect diagnosis

Building pathology

Insurance surveys

Digital reporting tools

Communication skills

Full UK driving licence

MIStructE / MICE / MRICS

Historic buildings experience

Job description

American Society of Civil Engineers is seeking a Structural Engineer (field-based in the Southwest) to inspect residential, commercial and heritage structures and to deliver live digital on-site reports. You will diagnose defects and provide remedial specifications for insurers and clients.

The role offers hybrid working with a tech-enabled reporting platform, focusing on insurance-related surveys and building pathology. Requires at least 2 years' experience and a UK driving licence.