Structural Engineering

OCS Civil and Structural Engineers delivers comprehensive structural engineering services across multiple sectors of the UK construction industry.

Our Chartered Engineers support the delivery of a wide range of projects including large developments in the industrial, commercial and retail sectors, as well as bespoke private houses.

As part of our structural engineering services, we can offer the following:

Permanent structural design

We provide comprehensive design services to support structural adequacy, efficiency and buildability, based on the agreed scope and information available at the time.

We assess your project’s requirements and determine the optimal size, shape, and material specifications for all key structural components.

Our scope of design includes:

  • Foundations
  • Beams and floor slabs
  • Columns and load-bearing walls
  • Roof structures
  • Bracing systems for overall stability

We produce detailed structural drawings and calculations that form the basis of a structural design report. This report can support your building control application and serve as a practical reference for contractors during construction. Our focus is on delivering solutions that align with engineering best practices, regulatory standards, and the specific demands of your project.

Temporary works advice

As construction progresses, temporary works can be critical to maintaining stability during specific phases of the works. We provide temporary works design for a range of project needs, producing clear design information and specifications to support the Principal Contractor’s on-site planning and sequencing.

We offer temporary works design services including:

  • Propping and needling
  • Site hoarding and fencing
  • Tower crane bases
  • Façade retention schemes
  • Shoring and excavation support systems

We work with the wider project team (including the Principal Contractor and geotechnical specialists where required) to develop holistic, practical solutions appropriate to the site conditions and agreed scope. Our temporary works designs are prepared in accordance with relevant standards and good practice and are limited to the defined design remit and information available at the time.

Construction stage support and advice

During construction, we can provide technical support in response to design queries within the agreed scope, and issue clarifications where required.

Discover further services

Site-specific civil engineering solutions tailored to your project’s unique requirements.

Building inspection and defect assessments, for residential and commercial clients.