Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Engineering Solutions in Gateshead
Founded in 2004, Portland Consulting Engineers has established itself as a leading civil and structural engineering consultancy in the North East of England. Our team of experienced professionals delivers cost-effective, sustainable solutions across a wide range of sectors, prioritising collaboration and innovation. With a focus on early-stage project involvement, we ensure clients complete projects on time and within budget while maintaining the highest quality standards. Our award-winning practice is built on core values of integrity, teamwork, and continuous professional development. We have earned a reputation for handling projects of all sizes with a personal touch, supported by senior staff involvement throughout each project lifecycle.Our commitment to social value includes dedicating 1% of annual turnover to community initiatives. Recognised through numerous industry awards, we combine technical expertise with a client-centric approach to develop long-lasting professional relationships. Our services span structural engineering, civil infrastructure, flood risk assessments, and heritage building conservation. We maintain fully accredited quality, health, safety, and environmental procedures to consistently deliver engineering excellence. Our management team brings decades of industry experience, supported by a culture of innovation and professional growth.
Services
Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
Flood Risk Assessments
Listed Buildings
Temporary Works
Refurbishment Engineering
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- Award-winning team with expertise in civil and structural engineering
- Collaborative approach ensuring client objectives are met
- Specialist heritage building conservation experience
- Committed to sustainable urban development solutions
- Proven track record with complex refurbishment projects
Services
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering team delivers practical, buildable designs for projects of all scales. We specialise in creating economical solutions while maintaining technical excellence. With senior engineers involved throughout each project lifecycle, we ensure structural integrity and compliance with current regulations. Our expertise covers commercial developments, residential projects, and complex refurbishments.
Civil Engineering
We provide comprehensive civil engineering solutions that enhance community quality of life. Our services include highway design, drainage systems, and sustainable urban infrastructure. We focus on integrating environmental considerations into every project, ensuring long-term functionality and compliance with modern engineering standards.
Flood Risk Assessments
Our flood risk assessments support planning applications with detailed hydrological analysis. We develop mitigation strategies that balance development needs with flood resilience. Our team stays current with evolving regulations to ensure compliance while protecting communities from water-related risks.
Listed Buildings
We specialise in preserving historic structures while enabling their adaptation for modern use. Our approach combines technical expertise with sensitivity to historical context. We've successfully completed conservation projects for Grade II listed buildings, maintaining architectural integrity while meeting contemporary requirements.
Refurbishment Engineering
Our refurbishment specialists transform existing structures through innovative engineering solutions. We handle projects ranging from simple re-roofing to complex structural modifications. Our approach extends building lifecycles while improving functionality, energy efficiency, and compliance with modern standards.
People
Lee Barr
Managing Director
With over 20 years' experience in structural engineering, Lee leads our management team with a focus on client relationships and technical excellence. He champions our core values of innovation and teamwork.
Stephen Hunter
Associate
Stephen brings specialist expertise in complex structural designs, with particular experience in commercial developments. He plays a key role in mentoring junior engineers and maintaining technical standards across projects.
Allison Donnelly
Office Manager
Allison oversees our day-to-day operations, ensuring efficient project delivery and client communication. Her organisational expertise supports the smooth running of our engineering consultancy services.
Alan Maskell
Associate
Alan specialises in heritage building conservation, combining traditional techniques with modern engineering solutions. He leads our work on listed buildings and historically significant structures.
David Niland
Senior Structural Engineer
David provides technical leadership on complex projects, with particular expertise in temporary works design. He ensures rigorous engineering standards across all our structural consultancy services.
Questions
What engineering services do you specialise in?
We specialise in structural engineering, civil infrastructure design, flood risk assessments, heritage building conservation, temporary works, and refurbishment projects across various sectors.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we have specialist expertise in working with historic buildings and environments, providing sensitive solutions for listed buildings and heritage sites.
Are you involved in sustainable development?
Sustainability is core to our practice. We focus on sustainable urban development and have dedicated 1% of annual turnover to social value initiatives since 2018.
What geographic areas do you cover?
While based in Gateshead, we operate nationwide across the UK, delivering projects from Cornwall to the Scottish Borders.
