Business Details
24 Years
experience
Expert Building Services Design in Cambridge
Established in 2002, Bannerman Consulting Engineers is an independent consultancy specialising in building services design for the built environment. Our approach prioritises direct client engagement, ensuring alignment with budgetary and timescale requirements. With expertise across sectors including education, healthcare, residential, and commercial, we deliver practical solutions through advanced tools like Revit and Navisworks. Our team of chartered engineers and CAD technicians ensures high-quality, coordinated designs that facilitate seamless installation and maintenance. Over 90% of our work stems from repeat business, reflecting our commitment to client satisfaction and collaborative working.Based near Cambridge, we serve London, East Anglia, and the Home Counties, combining local knowledge with national experience. Our directors bring over 60 years of combined industry expertise, having worked on complex projects ranging from schools to MOD facilities. We integrate thermal modelling and sustainability assessments to meet regulatory standards while optimising energy efficiency. Our construction monitoring services ensure installations adhere to design specifications, guaranteeing operational reliability. This dedication to precision, transparency, and client-centric service has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in building services engineering.
Services
Mechanical Design
Electrical Design
Thermal Modelling
Peer Reviews
Condition Surveys
Construction Monitoring
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in building services design.
- Our team utilises Revit and Navisworks for precise BIM coordination.
- 100% of our turnover comes from repeat client business.
- We specialise in complex refurbishment projects with phased construction.
- Direct engagement with clients ensures tailored, practical solutions.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
What people say
Successful development
Diligent approach
Strong foundations
Non-bias attitude
Excellent reputation
Services
Mechanical Design
Our mechanical design services cover heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems tailored to project-specific needs. We ensure compliance with regulatory standards while optimising energy efficiency and occupant comfort. Our team delivers coordinated 2D/3D CAD layouts for seamless installation.
Electrical Design
We provide electrical infrastructure design for commercial and residential developments, including lighting, power distribution, and emergency systems. Our solutions prioritise safety, reliability, and future-proofing through detailed schematics and BIM coordination.
Thermal Modelling
Using IES software, we conduct dynamic thermal simulations for Part L assessments and overheating analysis. Our models inform cost-effective, energy-efficient designs that balance comfort with sustainability requirements.
Peer Reviews
We offer independent assessments of third-party designs to ensure compliance and performance. Our reviews identify improvements that enhance project outcomes for clients, funders, and contractors across multiple sectors.
Condition Surveys
Our surveys evaluate existing building services to support refurbishment funding applications. We produce feasibility studies that outline cost-benefit analyses for upgrading or replacing mechanical and electrical systems.
People
Stan Bannerman
Director
Stan Bannerman, founding director and chartered engineer, has over 34 years of experience in building services. He graduated from Liverpool University in 1985 and established BCE in 2002 after working with M&E consultants in Cambridge and overseas assignments.
Darren Gant
Director
Darren Gant, a director with over 30 years in the industry, brings expertise from roles with main contractors and consultancies. His sector experience includes healthcare, education, and commercial developments, focusing on practical, cost-effective design solutions.
Questions
What sectors does Bannerman Consulting Engineers specialise in?
We work across education, healthcare, residential, commercial, and MOD sectors, delivering tailored building services solutions.
Do you provide BIM coordination services?
Yes, we use Revit and Navisworks for BIM projects, ensuring clash detection and coordinated 3D designs.
Are your engineers chartered?
Yes, our directors are chartered engineers with the CIBSE and IET, ensuring professional standards.
Do you offer construction phase monitoring?
We provide site inspections and commissioning checks to ensure installations meet design specifications.
What areas do you serve?
We operate across London, East Anglia, and the Home Counties from our Cambridge base.
