Structural Engineer (Contract) – Sidcup / London – Inside IR35

Blueprint Recruitment are looking for an experienced Structural Engineer to join a leading engineering consultancy on a 6-month contract based in Sidcup or London.

This role will involve working on High-Risk Building (HRB) structural assessments, alongside supporting a range of structural design projects. The position offers a mix of office work, site visits and some remote working.

Our client is looking to appoint up to two engineers for this project.

Contract Details

Role: Structural Engineer

Location: Sidcup or London office

Duration: 6 months

IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Hours: 40 hours per week

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

Rates

£40 – £45 per hour

Expenses will be covered for site visits, and there is flexibility for working from home when appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

The Structural Engineer will primarily be involved in assessing the structural integrity of High-Risk Buildings (HRBs) in line with building safety regulations introduced following the Grenfell tragedy.

Responsibilities will include:

·         Carrying out desktop reviews of building records and technical documentation

·         Undertaking site visits and visual structural surveys

·         Assessing the structural condition and safety of buildings

·         Producing technical reports and risk assessments

·         Supporting additional structural design work on other projects

This role offers a varied workload, ensuring engineers remain involved in both structural assessments and design work.

Requirements

To be considered for this Structural Engineer contract role, candidates should have:

·         A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

·         Experience in structural design and building assessments

·         The ability to carry out site inspections and technical reporting

·         Strong understanding of structural integrity and building safety

·         Chartered status (or working towards chartership) is preferred.