Structural Engineer

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd; Dartford; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Car allowance or EV scheme

25 days Holiday + 8 BH and birthday

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Structural Engineer with experience in structural surveys to join a market-leading, digital-first consultancy in Kent.

You will work on a varied portfolio across residential, commercial, and heritage buildings, with a focus on on-site live reporting and expert recommendations. The role offers hybrid working, substantial training, and a benefits package, including car allowance or EV scheme, generous holidays, and a pension.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in structural inspections/defect diagnosis.
• Strong knowledge of building pathology and structural damage mechanisms.
• Experience with insurance-related surveys advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across stakeholders.

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 and provide remedial specifications.
• 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.
• Work independently across a regional patch and travel as required.

Skills

Structural surveys

Communication skills

Autonomy

Full UK driving licence

Stakeholder liaison

Tools

Tablet-based reporting

Job description

Salary: GBP42000 - GBP53000 per annum

Position: Structural Engineer

Location: Kent (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 regionalprojects.

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 AllowanceorElectric 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
• 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
• 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
• 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