Structural Engineer (contract)

Strata Consulting; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time

Local residential projects

Autonomy

Friendly team environment

Bournemouth office location

Job summary

Strata Consulting in Bournemouth is seeking a Contract Structural Engineer for a flexible, part-time role. You will handle residential projects from concept to completion, performing structural calculations and producing drawings, with autonomy to manage the work locally.

The position suits an experienced engineer who can work independently, with site surveys and client liaison as part of the workflow; the team is small, collaborative, and based at the Bournemouth office.

Qualifications

• Proven experience on residential structural projects.
• Ability to produce calculations independently.
• Experience creating technical drawings (hand or software).
• Familiar with UK building regulations and standards.
• Experience with alterations, extensions and loft conversions.
• Strong communication with clients and team.
• Experience with site visits, surveys, and inspections is a plus.
• Part-time, self-motivated with good time management.
• Chartered with IStructE or ICE preferred but not essential.
• MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Manage residential projects from concept to completion.
• Carry out structural calculations and produce drawings.
• Conduct site surveys and liaise with clients.
• Work with a small team in Bournemouth office.
• Operate autonomously with limited supervision.

Skills

Residential experience

Independent calculations

Technical drawings

UK building regulations

Alterations & loft conversions

Client liaison

Site visits & inspections

Time management

Chartered (IStructE/ICE)

Education

MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)

Job description

A well-established and highly regarded structural engineering consultancy based in Bournemouth is seeking a Contract Structural Engineer to support their workload on a flexible, part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking for a consistent pipeline of local projects with the flexibility of either five mornings or two and a half days per week.

Working closely with a small, collaborative team, you will contribute to a varied portfolio of residential schemes, including new build houses and apartment developments, as well as alterations and loft conversions. The role offers the chance to take ownership of projects from concept through to completion, carrying out both structural calculations and producing drawings. With a steady stream of work and a supportive environment, this position offers autonomy while remaining part of a knowledgeable and approachable team.

The client is looking for a capable and self-sufficient Structural Engineer who is comfortable managing residential projects independently. You should be confident producing calculations and drawings, with additional experience in site surveys and inspections considered a strong advantage.

What's On Offer

• Flexible part-time working pattern to suit your schedule.
• Consistent pipeline of local residential projects.
• Opportunity to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Friendly, close-knit team environment.
• Convenient Bournemouth office location with nearby project sites.

What You Need To Succeed

• Proven experience working on residential structural engineering projects.
• Ability to produce structural calculations independently.
• Experience creating technical drawings (hand calculations and/or software-based).
• Familiarity with UK building regulations and standards.
• Experience with alterations, extensions, and loft conversions.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with clients and team members.
• Ability to carry out site visits, surveys, and inspections (desirable).
• Self-motivated with good time management skills for part-time working.
• Chartered with IStructE or ICE (preferred but not essential).
• MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).