Structural Engineer in EC1
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Job Description
Out client is seeking a Structural Engineer on a contract basis. This role is pivotal within the council's Building Control or Property Services team, ensuring that buildings are safe, compliant, and structurally sound. The position entails a combination of technical expertise, site-based assessments, and collaborative problem-solving to support the council's statutory duties and capital programmes.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nStructural Assessment & Compliance\n\nReview structural calculations, drawings, and specifications submitted for Building Regulations approval, focusing on compliance with Part A (Structure) and associated legislation.\nProvide expert structural advice to Building Control Surveyors on complex or unusual construction proposals.\nAssess structural adequacy for domestic, commercial, and public buildings, including refurbishments, extensions, conversions, and new builds.\n\nSite Inspections & Reporting\n\nUndertake site inspections to verify that construction work aligns with approved plans and meets structural safety standards.\nPrepare clear, concise technical reports, including feasibility assessments, remedial recommendations, and dangerous structure evaluations.\nSupport emergency call-outs relating to dangerous structures, fire damage, impact damage, or structural collapse.\n\nCouncil Projects & Capital Works\n\nProvide structural engineering input into council-led development, regeneration, and maintenance projects.\nAssist in the structural appraisal of council-owned assets such as schools, libraries, housing stock, and civic buildings.\nContribute to project scoping, procurement, and contractor liaison as required.\n\nTechnical Guidance & Collaboration\n\nOffer specialist advice to internal teams including Planning, Housing, Regeneration, and Facilities Management.\nLiaise with architects, contractors, developers, and external engineers to resolve structural queries and ensure safe, practical solutions.\nSupport enforcement action where non-compliant or unsafe work is identified.\n\nQuality, Safety & Governance\n\nEnsure all work complies with relevant British Standards, Eurocodes, Building Regulations, and council policies.\nMaintain accurate records, inspection notes, and audit trails in line with statutory requirements.\nPromote best practice in structural safety, risk management, and construction quality across the borough.\n\nJob Requirements:\n\nEssential\n\nDegree in Structural or Civil Engineering (BEng/MEng/MSc).\nStrong understanding of structural design principles, materials, and construction methods.\nExperience producing or reviewing structural calculations and drawings.\nAbility to interpret technical documents and communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.\nExperience conducting site inspections and preparing technical reports.\nKnowledge of Building Regulations, particularly Part A.\n\nDesirable\n\nExperience working within a local authority, Building Control body, or public-sector environment.\nMembership or working toward membership of IStructE or ICE.\nFamiliarity with dangerous structures procedures and enforcement processes.\nProficiency with structural analysis software (e.g., Tedds, Tekla, Robot)
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