Structural Engineer

American Society of Civil Engineers; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

American Society of Civil Engineers in South Essex is seeking a Structural Engineer to manage a diverse portfolio, from domestic extensions to portal frame developments, while delivering design and detailed drawings in a hybrid setup.

You will engage with clients, perform site inspections and surveys, and communicate with architects, contractors and homeowners, all while navigating Building Safety Act requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3–4 years (Graduate/Engineer level) to Senior status.
• Proficiency in design and drawing with ability to handle client-facing responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver simple design work and detailed drawings.
• Manage site inspections, surveys, and direct communication with architects, contractors, and homeowners.
• Navigate Building Safety Act requirements, providing essential inspections and survey calculations.
• Hit the ground running with a practical, common-sense approach to varied engineering challenges.

Skills

Design and drawing

Client-facing responsibilities

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Structural Engineer

Location: South Essex

Remuneration: Up to £50,000

Hybrid working The opportunity

Role Overview

A boutique structural engineering consultancy, currently experiencing an unprecedented surge in new instructions, requires a versatile engineer to orchestrate a broad portfolio of projects. This is not a siloed role; it is for a professional who thrives on variety, from domestic extensions to sophisticated portal frame developments and compliance-driven surveys.

Technical Execution

Deliver simple design work and detailed drawings.

Client Engagement

Manage site inspections, surveys, and direct communication with architects, contractors, and homeowners.

Strategic Compliance

Navigate the complexities of the Building Safety Act, providing essential inspections and survey calculations for a shifting regulatory landscape.

Operational Agility

Hit the ground running with a "common sense" approach to varied engineering challenges.

The Environment

The firm maintains a lean, expert structure consisting of an Associate Director, Consultant, and CAD support. The culture is defined by: Radical Transparency: A refusal to engage in low-margin, high-friction work. We focus on quality instructions that value professional expertise.

Collaborative Intensity: We prioritize physical presence to facilitate CAD collaboration and social integration within the team.

Diverse Portfolio: Subsidence work, facilities management, and new-build developments ensure no two days follow the same trajectory.

Requirements

• Experience: A minimum of 3-4 years (Graduate/Engineer level) through to Senior status.
• Skillset: Proficiency in design and drawing, paired with the mental fortitude to handle client-facing responsibilities.