Structural Investigation Engineer

RPS Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in London is seeking a Structural Investigation Engineer to deliver residential foundation and superstructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, experience in structural investigations, and be skilled in various design principles. This role includes opportunities for career progression and flexible working arrangements. Interested applicants can reach out to the contact person for more details.

Benefits

Personal development plan

Clear career pathways

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Chartered with ICE or IStructE or progressing towards chartership.
• Experience in structural investigations for low-rise and medium-rise buildings.
• Knowledge related to building safety and the Building Safety Act.

Responsibilities

• Deliver residential foundation and superstructure projects.
• Conduct site visits, structural surveys, and repair schemes.
• Manage engineering projects and coordinate with consultants.

Skills

Structural investigation experience

Reporting building defects

Designing foundations

Knowledge of Eurocodes

Familiarity with Tekla software

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla Designer

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

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Structural Investigation Engineer, London

Client:

RPS Group

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

73a956180875

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41

Posted:

12.08.2025

Job Description:

Structural Investigation Engineer

RPS is currently seeking to recruit a Structural Investigation Engineer to join our Structures team.

About The Design Business: RPS Design Division delivers projects across multiple sectors, including residential, logistics, retail, aviation, healthcare, education, manufacturing, data centres, energy, and more. We focus on balancing form and function, considering sustainability, materiality, cost, and constructability. Digitalisation is central to our delivery, enabling clients to experience designs from concept through detailed drawings, supported by expertise across industries and disciplines. Our goal is to harmonise design drivers through engineering, architecture, and development services.

What you’ll be doing: This role offers an opportunity for career progression as a Structural Engineer within our reputable team. You will be involved in delivering residential foundation and superstructure projects, including low and medium-rise housing and commercial developments. You will also help develop our structural investigation services for clients in London, Milton Keynes, and the Midlands.

Duties Include:

• Structural investigation and reporting on various building structures from residential to commercial, using different materials and structural forms.
• Assist in developing structural investigation services with the Operations Director/Director.
• Manage structural engineering projects and teams independently.
• Handle financial responsibilities for your projects, including fee quotations and invoicing.
• Manage staff and coordinate with other consultants.
• Conduct site visits, structural surveys, investigations, and repair schemes, including issues like fires and foundation problems.

Who we’re looking for: The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, be chartered with ICE, IStructE, or equivalent, or be progressing towards chartership.

Additionally you will:

• Have experience in structural investigations and reporting for low-rise to medium-rise residential and tall buildings, across various materials and forms.
• Be skilled in identifying, reporting, and repairing building defects.
• Have experience related to building safety and the Building Safety Act.
• Be proficient in designing foundations, masonry, concrete, steel, and timber structures according to Eurocodes.
• Be familiar with the residential market, including traditional and framed structures.
• Ideally, be familiar with Tekla software (Tekla Designer, Tedds) and AutoCAD/Revit.
• Previous management experience is advantageous.
• Be decisive, motivated, proactive, and innovative, with the ability to work autonomously.

What’s in it for you? We support learning and development from entry to master’s level qualifications. We offer a personal development plan, clear career pathways, and flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and remote options. Our workplace culture values diversity, inclusion, and employee wellbeing, making this a unique career opportunity.

What happens next? Interested? We welcome your application and aim to respond within three working days. For more details, contact Parv Sandhu at RPS, a Tetra Tech company, which is part of a global leader in consulting and engineering services with over 28,000 employees worldwide.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We embed diversity and inclusion in all our processes to ensure a respectful and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value different perspectives and styles of thinking, fostering innovation and collaboration.

Recruitment Agencies: We work with a preferred list of trusted partners and do not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies not on this list. Please visit our careers page for more information.