Subsidence Engineer | Remote UK Claims & Technical Reports

MPJ Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

MPJ Recruitment is seeking a technically strong Surveyor/Engineer (Subsidence) for a remote, UK-based role. You will handle subsidence claims, conduct site investigations, and prepare detailed reports to support liability and settlement decisions.

You will collaborate with Adjusters, engineers and arborists, while managing a varied caseload and ensuring high technical and ethical standards across the work. Regular UK travel is involved.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified Civil or Structural Engineer (Chartered or working towards chartership).
• Relevant experience in civil/structural engineering, subsidence investigation or technical claims environments.
• ACII or ACILA qualifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Handle subsidence claims and provide technical support to Adjusters.
• Conduct site investigations, prepare case management plans and assess causation.
• Produce detailed technical reports covering policy analysis, liability, quantum and recommended actions.
• Instruct and oversee engineers, drainage experts or arborists.
• Communicate with all parties, prepare interim updates and approve interim payments.
• Agree settlements and contribute specialist input to final reports.
• Maintain accurate records and stay updated on technical and legal developments.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and escape concerns where necessary.
• Recommend and review repair solutions including underpinning, drainage works, vegetation management and mitigation schemes.
• Provide expert advice on causation disputes, litigation support, recoveries and repudiation decisions.
• Support business transition projects when required.

Skills

Technical skills

Analytical thinking

Client communication

Attention to detail

Workload management

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Quality-focused

Travel willingness

Education

Chartered Engineer

Working towards CEng

ACII/ACILA advantageous

Job description

MPJ Recruitment is seeking a technically strong Surveyor/Engineer (Subsidence) for a remote, UK-based role. You will handle subsidence claims, conduct site investigations, and prepare detailed reports to support liability and settlement decisions.

You will collaborate with Adjusters, engineers and arborists, while managing a varied caseload and ensuring high technical and ethical standards across the work. Regular UK travel is involved.