Business Details
Trusted Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Consultants in Norwich
P.J. Cozens is a distinguished engineering consultancy with a legacy spanning over six decades, specialising in mechanical and electrical building services. Our team of accredited engineers delivers tailored design solutions for diverse projects across East Anglia, from historic churches to modern commercial developments. We prioritise client collaboration, ensuring designs evolve through direct input rather than contractor-driven mandates. Our expertise encompasses heating, ventilation, electrical systems, and sustainable energy installations, with a focus on compliance, efficiency, and long-term cost savings. With a commitment to impartial advice and bespoke engineering, we empower contractors to tender competitively while maintaining rigorous quality standards.Our founder, Phil Cowthard, brings 40 years of industry experience, including landmark projects at Sizewell 'B' power station and Norwich's Assembly House. As a Norfolk-based firm, we combine national-level expertise with localised service, producing project-specific documentation that avoids generic templates. Our engineers stay abreast of evolving technologies and regulations, ensuring cutting-edge solutions that meet legislative requirements and client needs.
Services
Heating Systems
Electrical Services
Ventilation
Lighting Design
Fire Detection
Highlights and features
- Over 60 years of engineering expertise in mechanical and electrical systems
- Independent impartial advice without manufacturer partnerships
- Bespoke designs tailored to building-specific requirements
- Project-specific documentation avoiding generic templates
- Engineers with continuous professional development on evolving technologies
Services
Heating Systems
We design comprehensive heating systems incorporating advanced controls and energy-efficient solutions. Our engineers conduct precise heat loss calculations to ensure optimal performance for commercial and residential buildings. Systems are tailored to meet specific project requirements while complying with current regulations and standards.
Electrical Services
Our electrical design covers infrastructure, distribution, and emergency systems for diverse building types. From MV networks to structured cabling, we ensure safety, reliability, and compliance with BS 7671 standards. Projects include sub-stations, lighting schemes, and fire detection systems.
Ventilation
We provide supply and extract ventilation solutions optimised for indoor air quality and energy efficiency. Designs consider building usage patterns and regulatory requirements, incorporating heat recovery systems where appropriate to reduce operational costs.
Lighting Design
Our lighting solutions balance functionality, aesthetics, and energy performance. We design general, emergency, and specialist lighting systems compliant with CIBSE guidelines, integrating smart controls for enhanced efficiency and user comfort.
Fire Detection
We implement fire detection and alarm systems meeting BS 5839 standards. Designs integrate with building management systems while ensuring accessibility for maintenance. Solutions are tailored to premises ranging from historic churches to modern commercial spaces.
People
Phil Cowthard
Mechanical and Electrical Engineer
Chartered engineer with 40 years' experience, including 30 years in building services. Member of the Engineering Council and Institute of Engineering and Technology. Specialises in complex projects across healthcare, education, and heritage sectors.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily operate across East Anglia but have undertaken projects as far afield as London and Manchester.
What building types do you work with?
Our experience spans commercial offices, industrial units, churches, schools, listed buildings, and residential developments.
Are you independent consultants?
Yes, we provide impartial advice without partnerships to product manufacturers, ensuring competitive tendering for clients.
How do you ensure design quality?
We produce bespoke project-specific documentation rather than generic templates, with rigorous compliance checks and calculations.
What accreditations do you hold?
Our engineers maintain professional registrations including IEng and memberships of the Engineering Council and CIBSE.
