Conservation Structural Engineer

CONSERVATION STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

Location: York
Salary: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Position: Permanent

THE COMPANY

Our client is an established engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality civil and structural engineering solutions across the UK. With a specialist focus on built heritage and refurbishment, they are looking to appoint a Conservation Structural Engineer to join their growing team in York.

THE ROLE

This is an excellent opportunity for a Conservation Structural Engineer with a passion for historic buildings and structural conservation. The successful candidate will work on a diverse range of projects involving Listed Buildings, Scheduled Ancient Monuments and other heritage assets across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.

The Conservation Structural Engineer will be involved in structural assessments, surveys and refurbishment projects, working closely with clients and construction professionals.

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertaking structural inspections and condition surveys of historic buildings.

• Producing detailed structural reports and technical assessments.

• Supporting conservation, repair and refurbishment projects.

• Conducting site inspections, including work at height and within derelict structures with appropriate safety measures.

• Liaising with clients, architects and other construction professionals.

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal Conservation Structural Engineer will have a strong technical background, excellent analytical skills and a genuine interest in building conservation.

Key requirements include:

• Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering.

• Minimum 2 years' experience in structural engineering.

• Working towards Chartered Engineer status (IStructE or ICE).

• Strong interest in historic buildings, conservation and refurbishment.

• Excellent analytical, technical report-writing and communication skills.

• Willingness to undertake site surveys in challenging environments.

• A methodical approach, self-motivation and strong attention to detail.

THE BENEFITS

This Conservation Structural Engineer position offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package, dependent on experience and qualifications.

The successful Conservation Structural Engineer will benefit from ongoing professional development, including support towards Chartership and future CARE Accreditation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Conservation Structural Engineer looking to develop specialist expertise in historic building conservation within a supportive consultancy environment.