Structural Engineer

About The Role Job Overview

The Structural Engineer is responsible for assessing the condition of an existing building’s load-bearing structures, with particular focus on internal walls, and developing safe, practical strengthening solutions. The role includes site inspections, structural analysis and calculations, preparation of working documentation, coordination with project stakeholders, and technical support throughout construction. The engineer will ensure that all solutions comply with applicable codes, project requirements, safety standards, and approved timelines.

Responsibilities

• Review existing design documentation and conduct detailed site inspections to identify structural damage, cracks, deformation, and other defects.
• Define and coordinate additional measurements, material testing, surveys, and specialist investigations.
• Prepare structural calculation models and assess load paths, bearing capacity, stability, and the interaction of existing elements.
• Develop and evaluate strengthening options based on safety, constructability, site conditions, cost, and schedule.
• Prepare calculation notes, working drawings, construction details, specifications, and material quantity information.
• Coordinate structural solutions with architects, MEP engineers, project managers, contractors, technical supervision, and external consultants.
• Review contractor method statements, material submittals, and shop drawings for compliance with approved structural solutions.
• Conduct regular site visits, respond to technical queries, and support the correct implementation of strengthening works.
• Identify structural risks, concealed conditions, and deviations from the approved design, proposing corrective solutions when required.
• Manage design changes and document revisions and support the preparation of progress reports, as-built documentation, and handover packages.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Relevant professional experience in structural engineering, including the assessment and strengthening of existing buildings.
• Strong knowledge of structural analysis, load-bearing systems, construction methods, materials, and applicable building codes.
• Experience preparing structural calculations, working drawings, technical details, and specifications.
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software, as well as relevant CAD or BIM tools.
• Ability to identify structural risks and develop safe, technically justified, and constructible solutions.
• Strong coordination, analytical, problem-solving, and technical reporting skills.
• High attention to accuracy, document control, deadlines, and safety requirements.
• Ability and willingness to conduct regular site visits and collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Relevant professional certification or engineering licence would be an advantage.