Business Details
Chartered Civil and Structural Engineers in Steyning, Brighton
Established by highly experienced Chartered Engineers, Mccarey Simmonds provides civil and structural design services for private and public sector clients across London, the south-east of England, and the Channel Islands. Our team specialises in delivering practical, cost-effective, and innovative solutions tailored to clients' specific requirements and budgets. With extensive expertise in residential, commercial, educational, and healthcare projects, we utilise advanced techniques such as structural insulated panels (SIP), timber framing, and steel framing. Our commitment to sustainability is evident in projects like FSC-certified timber schools and eco-friendly housing developments incorporating recycled materials. Founding directors David Simmonds and Brian McCarey bring decades of experience from prestigious roles at Laing, Gyoury Self Partnership, and BAA, ensuring technical excellence across all undertakings.We collaborate with architects and construction firms on complex builds, including luxury residential properties, motorsport workshops, and award-winning public institutions. Our technical capabilities extend to foundation design, superstructure engineering, and oversight of substructure elements, supported by a team of Chartered Structural Engineers. Notable projects include a 9 million primary school rebuilt after fire damage and a sustainable timber-framed development in Lewes. We maintain a client-focused approach while pioneering modern engineering solutions that balance functionality with environmental responsibility.
Services
Structural Engineering Design
Civil Engineering Consultancy
Timber Frame Construction
Sustainable Building Solutions
Foundation Design
Commercial Development Engineering
Residential Alterations
Public Sector Projects
Highlights and features
- We offer combined 40+ years of experience in hospital and educational facility design.
- Our team specialises in sustainable construction techniques including FSC-certified timber.
- We provide end-to-end structural engineering solutions from foundation to superstructure.
- Our engineers have worked on landmark projects valued up to 10 million per unit.
- We maintain technical expertise across diverse materials including steel, timber, and concrete.
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Engineers
- Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
Services
Structural Engineering Design
We provide comprehensive structural engineering solutions for residential and commercial buildings. Specialising in steel, timber, and concrete construction, our team ensures safety and compliance while optimising cost efficiency. Our engineers deliver tailored designs for new builds, renovations, and complex structural challenges across the UK.
Sustainable Building Solutions
Our sustainable construction expertise includes FSC-certified timber projects, recycled insulation systems, and eco-friendly materials. We incorporate green roofs, sustainable drainage, and energy-efficient frameworks into developments ranging from schools to luxury residences. This approach meets stringent environmental standards while maintaining structural integrity.
Timber Frame Construction
Specialist timber engineering services cover residential and commercial developments using modern and traditional methods. We design high-performance timber frame systems and historic-style oak structures, ensuring both contemporary efficiency and heritage authenticity in projects across southern England.
Foundation Design
We engineer foundation solutions for diverse soil conditions and building types, including piled concrete systems for challenging sites. Our work supports developments from luxury apartments to industrial facilities, ensuring structural stability and long-term performance through precise geotechnical analysis.
Public Sector Projects
We deliver structural solutions for schools, healthcare facilities, and community buildings with particular expertise in post-disaster reconstruction. Recent projects include a 9 million primary school rebuilt after fire damage and sustainable public housing developments incorporating innovative eco-technologies.
People
David Simmonds
Director
Chartered Engineer with first-class honours from Loughborough University. Previously worked with Laing on Heathrow infrastructure and Gyoury Self Partnership specialising in hospitals. Leads innovative structural solutions and sustainable design initiatives for commercial and public sector projects.
Brian McCarey
Director
Chartered Civil Engineer from Portsmouth University. Extensive experience in structural assessments and multi-storey design, including international projects in Singapore. Former BAA Engineering Manager directing framework agreements before co-founding Mccarey Simmonds, focusing on educational and healthcare facilities.
Simon Allen
Senior Project Engineer
Chartered Structural Engineer specialising in steel construction with two decades of industry experience. Oversees complex structural systems for commercial developments and industrial facilities. Provides technical leadership on large-scale steel framing and hybrid material structures across the company's project portfolio.
Questions
What types of engineering services do you offer?
We provide civil and structural engineering design for residential, commercial, and public sector projects, including timber framing, sustainable construction, and foundation design.
Which geographical areas do you cover?
While working nationwide including Scotland and Channel Islands, we primarily operate in London, Surrey, Sussex, and the south-east of England.
Do you specialise in sustainable building practices?
Yes, we incorporate FSC-certified timber, recycled materials, and eco-friendly construction methods into projects ranging from schools to private residences.
What experience do your engineers have?
Our directors have 40+ combined years in hospital, educational, and luxury residential projects, including work with major contractors like Laing and BAA.
Can you handle complex structural challenges?
We've engineered unique projects including motorsport workshops, post-fire school rebuilds, and historic-style oak-framed buildings using modern engineering techniques.
What construction materials do you work with?
Our expertise spans steel, concrete, modern SIP panels, and traditional timber framing including green oak structures with heritage authenticity.
