Fortress Recruit is now seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join a dynamic team delivering asset management and infrastructure solutions in the maritime and defence sector.

This role is a combination of hands-on surveying with technical leadership, allowing you to influence long-term asset management strategies.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead structural inspections and appraisals across a variety of buildings and structures, including historic buildings, concrete frames, steel structures, masts, and towers.
• Produce detailed reports, specifications, feasibility assessments, and cost estimates.
• Provide expert advice to multidisciplinary teams, clients, and contractors.
• Manage delivery of remedial works programmes, ensuring quality, timelines, and budget compliance.
• Maintain accurate asset records and reporting in line with statutory requirements and H&S standards.
• Navigate building regulations, statutory requirements, and health & safety legislation.

To be considered for this role, you'll have:

• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) with IStructE or ICE membership (or with Chartership in progress)
• Strong experience in structural engineering, surveying, or FM environments.
• Knowledge of building construction, pathology, and condition surveys.
• Ability to produce thorough reports, appraisals, and specifications.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Health & Safety training (IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent).
• Eligibility for SC clearance (5 years' UK residency without visa or sponsorship requirement).

This is a role where technical expertise meets leadership and influence. You’ll be shaping the management of high-value assets, engaging with clients and multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to projects that directly support the UK’s naval infrastructure.

The role is based in Portsmouth and on offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

For more information, please send a copy of your up to date CV by clicking apply.