Structural Engineer

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

Position: Structural Engineer Location: Southwest (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.

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