Specialist Claims (Structural) Engineer

Job Locations England-Milton Keynes
Posted Date 1 month ago(14/03/2025 16:40)
Job ID
2025-2448
Min Salary
GBP £55,000.00/Yr.
Max Salary
GBP £60,000.00/Yr.
Bonus
10%
Category
Claims

Overview

Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 + 10% performance bonus

Working Location: Milton Keynes / Hybrid

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

 

What you’ll be doing

 

The successful applicant will evaluate structural claims (superstructure and substructure) for individual and multi-occupancy low and high-rise residential buildings to determine whether a defect exists and determine the mode of failure. This will include investigating defects, assessing compliance with building regulations, standards and codes of practice, and by reviewing technical reports from internal and external sources.

 

Additionally, you will review remediation work scheme proposals, to ensure repairs are specified correctly. Responsibilities also include instructing and managing consultants, liaising with technical representatives from other departments and builders, and contributing to technical policy development.

Responsibilities

What we’re looking for

 

  • Experience of structural design and forensic assessment structures for residential buildings (individual buildings, low-rise and high-rise).
  • Proven design experience of both traditional and modern materials and construction products, systems and technologies.
  • Technical report writing to a high standard
  • Critical thinking and problem solving withing a construction environment
  • Substantial experience within civil/structural engineering sectors
  • A thorough understanding of engineering first principles
  • Good knowledge of site investigations associated with ground conditions, drainage, and basements
  • An extensive knowledge of industry guidance (e.g. British Standards) relating to engineering disciplines
  • Good explanatory and communication skills
  • Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Qualifications

 

What we offer

Our benefits package includes:

 

  • 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • holiday purchase scheme
  • enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%)
  • life assurance
  • subsidised private medical insurance
  • employee discounts platform
  • two days volunteer leave
  • enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents

 

+ many more!

 

 

Who we are

At NHBC, we pride ourselves on being truly unique. No other organisation in our sector matches the range of services and scale we provide. As the market leader, we are recognised as the go-to for new home warranties and insurance. Our team is united by a core purpose: to raise the standards of house building and protect homeowners.

 

Why you should join us

 

As a modern, family-friendly employer, we’re in a phase of rapid growth, embracing technology, data and new ways of working. We’re seeking passionate, skilled and driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey.

 

Once onboard, you’ll have access to fantastic opportunities for personal and career growth. You’ll receive thorough training, continuous development and the chance to earn recognised qualifications and professional memberships to support your journey.

 

We support flexible working and encourage our colleagues to find a balance that suits them. While we may not be able to accommodate every request, we’re always happy to have a conversation about flexible working arrangements.

 

 

Our inclusive culture

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We firmly believe in the right of all our employees and customers to be treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and free from discrimination. Our active employee networks support colleagues and their allies, providing safe spaces for open conversations and idea-sharing.

 

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