Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Geotechnical Engineering Solutions
Established in 2001, Byland Engineering is an independent geotechnical consultancy led by chartered professionals with over 30 years combined industry experience. We specialise in ground engineering solutions including piling design, slope stabilisation, and basement construction, serving civil engineering and infrastructure clients across the UK and internationally. Our approach combines technical expertise with client-focused service, delivering cost-effective designs compliant with Eurocodes and British Standards.The team utilises advanced software for geotechnical analysis and provides expert witness services for dispute resolution. With a commitment to innovation and practical solutions, we support main contractors, government departments, and infrastructure operators through all project phases from feasibility studies to construction certification.
Services
Geotechnical Design
Piling Solutions
Slope Stabilisation
Basement Construction
Ground Investigation
Retaining Structures
Finite Element Analysis
Expert Witness Services
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- Chartered engineers with 30+ years combined industry experience
- Specialist in Eurocode-compliant geotechnical design
- Advanced analysis using Oasys Geo Suite and PLAXIS software
- End-to-end project support from feasibility to certification
- Client-focused service with personal director-level attention
What people say
Technical excellence
Practical solutions
Timely delivery
Expert team
Cost-effective designs
Services
Geotechnical Design
We provide comprehensive geotechnical design services for foundations, slopes and earth structures. Our engineers utilise advanced software to create cost-effective solutions compliant with Eurocodes and British Standards. Projects include retaining walls, piled foundations and soil stabilisation schemes for infrastructure and building developments.
Piling Solutions
Specialist piling design services for deep foundations and basements. We optimise pile configurations using Oasys PILE and GRLWEAP software, delivering efficient solutions for challenging ground conditions. Our work covers CFA piles, minipiles and secant pile walls for commercial and infrastructure projects.
Slope Stabilisation
Design of reinforced earth structures and slope stabilisation systems. We implement soil nailing, anchored earth and gabion solutions for highway widening and infrastructure projects. Recent work includes the A1 Coal House improvement scheme and coastal protection structures.
Finite Element Analysis
Advanced geotechnical analysis using PLAXIS 2D and Oasys Geo Suite software. We simulate complex ground-structure interactions for tunnels, shafts and deep excavations, providing detailed stress-strain analysis to optimise design parameters and construction sequences.
Expert Witness Services
Directors provide expert witness testimony and technical dispute resolution for geotechnical construction issues. Our services include forensic analysis of foundation failures, contractual disputes over ground conditions and expert reports for litigation proceedings in the construction industry.
People
James Binns
Geotechnical Engineer & Director
Chartered Civil Engineer with 18 years' experience in geotechnical design. Joined Byland in 2005, became director in 2014. Specialises in piling solutions and slope stabilisation. Leads major infrastructure projects across the UK.
Will Frampton
Geotechnical Engineer & Director
Chartered Geologist with 17 years' industry experience. Joined Byland in 2014 after 12 years at major contractors. Expert in ground investigation and Eurocode-compliant design. Provides technical leadership for complex foundation projects.
Billy Sturdy
Graduate Geotechnical Engineer
Graduate engineer joining Byland in 2019. Supports design projects for piled foundations and retaining structures. Trained in Oasys software suite and Eurocode standards. Focus on delivering practical solutions for infrastructure developments.
Elouise Fairclough
Graduate Geotechnical Engineer
Recent graduate from Sheffield University joining in 2021. Assists with slope stabilisation projects and finite element analysis. Developing expertise in PLAXIS software and ground engineering solutions for transportation infrastructure.
Judith Cook
Administration Assistant
Provides essential administrative support to the engineering team. Manages project documentation and client communications. Ensures smooth operation of day-to-day business activities at Byland Engineering's York office.
Questions
What geotechnical services do you specialise in?
We specialise in piling design, slope stabilisation, retaining structures, basement construction and finite element analysis. Our engineers deliver Eurocode-compliant solutions for infrastructure and building projects.
How experienced is your engineering team?
Our directors have over 30 years combined experience in geotechnical engineering. We employ chartered engineers and graduates with expertise in major infrastructure projects across the UK and internationally.
Which software tools do you use?
We use Oasys Geo Suite (FREW, ALP, PILE), PLAXIS 2D, WALLAP, TALREN and AutoCAD. These tools enable advanced analysis of geotechnical structures and foundation systems.
Can you handle international projects?
Yes, while based in York we operate across the UK and internationally. Our technical capabilities and software tools support complex geotechnical challenges in diverse ground conditions worldwide.
What sectors do you work with?
We serve construction, infrastructure, utilities, transportation and energy sectors. Clients include main contractors, government departments and specialist geotechnical firms requiring expert design solutions.
