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Structural and Civil Engineering

As a multidisciplinary engineering and sustainability consultancy, our Structural and Civil Engineering team delivers practical, technically robust solutions across the full lifecycle of the built environment. We recognise that there is often more than one viable solution, and work collaboratively with clients, design teams and contractors to identify the most appropriate outcome for each project. Our approach is grounded in safety, performance and compliance, with a strong focus on buildability, durability and long-term value.

We support projects from early concept through to construction and occupation, combining advanced analysis, material-efficient design and close collaboration with architects, developers, contractors and specialist consultants. Across all sectors, we place particular emphasis on the reuse and adaptation of existing assets—helping clients reduce risk, cost and embodied carbon while meeting functional and regulatory requirements.

Structures

Our Structural and Civil Engineering Services

Structural Design and Analysis
  • Structural analysis and design from concept through to detailed design and project completion 
  • Assessment and verification of existing structures 
  • Coordination with multidisciplinary design teams 
  • Efficient, compliant solutions across a range of materials and structural systems 
  • Focus on buildability, durability and long-term performance 
    Refurbishment / Existing Buildings
    • Structural appraisal and assessment of existing buildings 
    • Design of alterations, strengthening and repairs 
    • Support for refurbishment, retrofit and change-of-use projects 
    • Reuse of existing structures to minimise intervention and embodied carbon 
    • Coordination with temporary works to maintain overall structural stability 
    Construction Stage Support
    • Technical support throughout construction 
    • Design clarifications and responses to site queries 
    • Site inspections and coordination with contractors 
    • Technical assurance to manage risk, quality and compliance
    Sustainable Structural Solutions
    •  Low-carbon and resource-efficient structural design 
    • Structural optimisation to reduce material use 
    • Reuse and adaptation of existing structural elements 
    • Integration of low-carbon materials and construction methods 
    Structural Inspections
    • Inspection and assessment of buildings affected by subsidence and ground movement, including advice on monitoring and surveying strategies
    • Investigation and diagnosis of structural defects, including reinforced concrete and steel deterioration
    • RAAC surveys and preparation of assessment reports in accordance with relevant industry guidance (including IStructE guidance where applicable)
    • Clear, concise reports with practical recommendations for remedial works
    • Advice on repair strategies, strengthening and long-term monitoring
    Civil Engineering
    • Design of below-ground drainage systems, including foul and surface water networks 
    • Development of external works layouts, including hardstanding, pavements and public realm 
    • Site level design and earthworks optimisation to balance cut and fill 
    • Vehicle tracking analysis to inform access, servicing and swept path requirements 
    • Coordination with utilities and statutory authorities 
    • Integration of drainage and SuDS strategies to manage surface water effectively 
    • Support through planning, detailed design and construction stages