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Design
Calculations

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£72/hr

Structural Design Calculations by Experienced Engineers

At Shepherd Gilmour, structural design calculations form the foundation of our consultancy services. From domestic extensions to complex multi-storey developments, our engineers provide precise, code-compliant structural design tailored to each project’s requirements, programme and budget.


Whether you need a single beam calculation for a wall removal or full design support for a school, hospital, residential development, industrial facility, or infrastructure project, we can assist. Our team is experienced in delivering calculations for:


  • Steel, concrete, timber and masonry structures

  • Foundations and retaining walls

  • Frame stability, lateral load paths and disproportionate collapse

  • Alterations, refurbishments and change-of-use projects

  • Temporary works and demolition sequencing

  • Load assessments, strengthening, and structural verifications


All designs comply with relevant Eurocodes, British Standards, and Building Regulations. Where required, we also incorporate industry best practice guidance such as TRADA, NHBC standards, SCI publications, and sector-specific requirements.


Flexible, Scalable Design Expertise

As a firm with both breadth and depth of experience, Shepherd Gilmour is uniquely positioned to support a wide range of projects:


  • For homeowners, architects and builders, we provide fast, reliable support on domestic projects such as loft conversions, extensions, removal of loadbearing walls, and new builds.

  • For commercial clients, developers, and contractors, we offer full structural design packages for larger or more technically complex projects.

  • For specialist sectors, our team’s background includes design work in offshore engineering, nuclear facilities, energy infrastructure, and civil works such as roads and bridges.


Our size and structure allow us to provide a highly responsive service while maintaining close personal relationships with clients. Whether a project spans days or years, we offer consistency, technical accuracy and commitment throughout.


Typical Projects We Support

  • New build dwellings and apartment blocks

  • School, college and university developments

  • Healthcare facilities including NHS and private hospitals

  • Industrial warehouses and manufacturing sites

  • Bridges, gantries and access platforms

  • Basement and retaining wall designs

  • Steelwork connection design for fabricators

  • Refurbishment and structural alterations

  • CDP elements for Design & Build contractors


We are comfortable working as lead structural designer, or in a sub-consultant or delegated design role under CDM 2015 & The Building Safety Act 2022.


Clear, Approved Calculations for Building Control & Tender

All of our structural design calculations are:


  • Clearly presented with sketches or marked-up drawings for ease of review

  • Reviewed and checked internally to meet our ISO 9001 quality assurance procedures

  • Issued in PDF format, suitable for submission to Building Control, design teams or contractors

  • Supported with general arrangement drawings, connection details and, where required, finite element modelling or 3D analysis


We also maintain good working relationships with a number of local authorities and Approved Inspectors, helping to streamline Building Regulation approvals.


Speak to an Engineer

To discuss your structural design requirements, please contact us via our Contact Us page. Alternatively, please call or E-Mail us directly via the details found at the bottom of this page. We’ll be happy to review your plans and advise on the level of design input required.

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