Structural Engineer

Adecco (Portugal); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco Public Sector is supporting a large London local authority with an Interim Structural Engineer to oversee building safety, asset management and structural compliance across a diverse portfolio.

You will lead inspections, assess defects, and provide technical advice to ensure safe, compliant buildings for residents and stakeholders. Hybrid London role with site visits and a fixed-term contract.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• Progress towards Chartered status (CEng/MICE or MIStructE) or equivalent.
• Significant inspections and assessments experience on occupied buildings.
• Strong knowledge of design principles, defect diagnosis and risk management.
• Experience in housing/public sector or large property portfolios.
• Excellent report writing and stakeholder communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Undertake structural inspections, condition assessments and investigations.
• Assess defects such as cracking, movement, deterioration, corrosion and foundations.
• Produce technical reports, recommendations and remediation specifications.
• Advise on structural risk management and Building Safety Case input.
• Support capital investment and refurbishment with structural input and assurance.
• Review designs, calculations and reports for compliance with standards.
• Provide expert technical advice to senior managers and project teams.
• Assist in managing structural safety incidents and emergencies.
• Contribute to asset management strategies and long-term planning.
• Ensure compliance with Building Safety Act, CDM, Building Regulations and BS.

Skills

Structural inspections

Defect diagnosis

Risk management

Report writing

Stakeholder communication

Project management

Housing/public sector experience

Chartered progression

Education

Civil or Structural Engineering degree

Job description

Interim Structural Engineer

Day Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35)

Location: London (Hybrid working with site visits)

Contract: Interim / Fixed-Term Contract

Adecco Public Sector is supporting a large London local authority in the recruitment of an experienced Interim Structural Engineer to support the delivery of its building safety, asset management and structural compliance programmes.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the ongoing safety and structural integrity of a diverse property portfolio, including high-rise residential buildings, housing stock, operational properties and regeneration projects.

About the Role

Reporting into the Head of Asset Management / Building Safety, you will provide specialist structural engineering expertise across the council's property portfolio. You will lead on structural inspections, provide technical advice on defects and remedial works, and support the council in meeting its obligations under current building safety legislation.

The successful candidate will work closely with building surveyors, building safety professionals, project managers and external consultants to identify and manage structural risks and ensure safe, compliant buildings for residents and stakeholders.

What You'll Do

• Undertake structural inspections, condition assessments and investigations across a range of residential and corporate buildings.
• Assess structural defects including cracking, movement, concrete deterioration, corrosion and foundation issues.
• Produce technical reports, recommendations and specifications for repair and remediation works.
• Advise on structural risk management and contribute to Building Safety Case documentation where required.
• Support capital investment and refurbishment programmes by providing structural engineering input and assurance.
• Review consultant designs, calculations and reports to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards and good practice.
• Provide expert technical advice to senior managers, project teams and stakeholders.
• Assist in the management of structural safety incidents and emergency response activities.
• Contribute to asset management strategies and long-term maintenance planning.
• Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act, CDM Regulations, Building Regulations and relevant British Standards.

Essential

• Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng MICE or MIStructE) or demonstrable progression toward chartership.
• Significant experience undertaking structural inspections and assessments across occupied buildings.
• Strong understanding of structural design principles, defect diagnosis and risk management.
• Experience working within housing, local authority, public sector or large property portfolios.
• Excellent report writing and stakeholder communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities within a fast-paced environment