Associate Structural Engineer - Building Safety

Navartis

  • Sidcup, South East London
  • £65,000-80,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Associate Structural Engineer – Building SafetyAn opportunity for a Chartered Structural Engineer (IStructE or ICE) with strong leadership capabilities to take on a pivotal role in Building Safety with a well established multi-disciplinary consultancy with over 40 years of experience delivering innovative, sustainable solutions within the built environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about building safety, structural integrity, and client-facing consultancy work.As an Associate, you will lead a team delivering structural inspections and reports for Building Safety Cases across a range of sectors, working both as part of a multi-disciplinary team and independently. You will play a key part in shaping client relationships, guiding junior engineers, and expanding their client portfolio.The key responsibilities for this Associate Structural Engineer – Building Safety role are:
  • Lead and deliver Structural Engineering Inspections and reports for Building Safety Cases in line with current regulations.
  • Oversee the technical quality of structural assessments and reporting outputs across the team.
  • Work closely with the Associate Director and contribute to business development and client relationship management.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients on key projects, ensuring timely and effective delivery.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, contributing to their technical and professional development.
  • Conduct site visits, assess structural integrity, and produce clear, actionable written advice and reports.
  • Support the growth of the team and services, including participating in strategic planning and service improvement.
  • Collaborate with internal multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated Building Safety Case outputs.
  • Undertake detailed structural design and assessment work, preparing clear and accurate reports, specifications, and schedules in line with project and regulatory requirements.
Experience required for Associate Structural Engineer – Building Safety this role are:
  • Chartered Membership of IStructE or ICE is essential.
  • Strong experience in structural safety, including Robustness and Progressive Collapse.
  • Proven track record delivering structural inspections and safety reports for complex buildings.
  • Experience working with or assessing Large Panel Systems (LPS) is highly desirable.
  • Sound knowledge of Eurocodes and British Standards.
  • Comfortable conducting site visits, identifying structural risks, and writing clear, evidence-based reports and advice.
  • Broad exposure to different construction materials and building types across sectors.
  • Demonstrable experience in mentoring or managing others.
  • Confident in client-facing roles and leading technical discussions.
  • Familiarity with multi-disciplinary teams and how structural input contributes to the wider Building Safety Case.
  • Experience undertaking detailed structural design and assessments, including the production of technical reports, specifications, and schedules.
How to apply for this Associate Structural Engineer – Building Safety role:If you are interested in this position, then please apply via this job board.Apply now for further details and immediate consideration for this Associate Structural Engineer – Building Safety roleNavartis are an equality and diversity recruitment agent and employer.Service advertised by Navartis are that of an Employment Agency/Business.

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