Civil Engineering

The scale of civil engineering schemes varies from small infrastructure condition appraisals to major strategic transport projects. At Fairhurst, we have the necessary skills, expertise and experience to be able to offer a comprehensive range of civil engineering consultancy services to cater for our client’s needs regardless of the scale, nature and complexity of the project. Our current and recent civil engineering project portfolio encompasses roads, bridges, sewers, water supply, communications, energy, airports, public transportation, flood defence, canals, dams, ports and harbours, mining and rail.

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Structural Engineering

Whether the project is a multi-million-pound commercial development or a small-scale refurbishment project it receives the same attention to detail and Partner-led personal service. We provide the full range of structural engineering consultancy services from due diligence studies for land acquisition to the full design of all phases of a development project. We work in all major sectors of the construction industry ranging from new building construction to refurbishment.

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Burntisland Coastal Defence

Transportation

Fairhurst holds a successful history and tradition in the design of transport infrastructure projects, from major bridges to national railways opening up the country to economic prosperity. Our recent experience in design development, promotion, procurement and site monitoring is enviable and sees our services now expanding throughout the UK. Within the Roads and Bridges sector, we offer design services supporting private and public sector clients including infrastructure for education campuses, industrial and technology parks, historic bridge refurbishments and local road improvements enabling access for new retail or residential development. The firm is RISQS approved and our rail commissions have included design in stations, soil slopes, tunnel remediation schemes, freight terminals, infrastructure renewals and many more.

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Geotechnical and Environmental Engineering

Our Geotechnical and Environmental team at Fairhurst recognise that the greatest risk to many projects lies in the ground. In taking a fully integrated and holistic approach to evaluating geotechnical, geological and environmental factors influencing ground-related risks, we formulate added-value solutions which significantly reduce cost uncertainty. The services we provide range from desk studies for small residential developments and potential site acquisitions, to specialist geotechnical risk management for rail infrastructure, and also full geotechnical design services for major petrochemical facilities. No matter the scale or nature of the geotechnical and environmental requirements, we have the capability and relevant experience to deliver the right solution.

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Transport Planning

Transport planning and engineering play a key role in the delivery of schemes which consider key Government policies related to safety, the economy, the environment, accessibility and integration. Fairhurst provides transport planning and engineering services across Great Britain and is fully conversant with transport planning policy, guidance and design standards. We work for public and private sector clients, including some of the country’s leading developers and businesses to help them develop transport and travel strategies that are in line with Government policy.

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Planning and Development

The planning and development team is responsible for all aspects of town planning consultancy advice. This includes preparing development appraisals, and development briefs, preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals, review of existing permissions and conditions, master planning, planning strategies and studies, formulation of planning policy, planning due diligence, provision of expert witness services, development plan monitoring and land promotion, environmental impact assessment and public consultation.

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Landscape and Urban Design

Landscape architecture forms an integral part of the design, planning, implementation and management of external spaces and requires a holistic design approach. Our landscape architects have experience and relevant skills in strategic planning and urban design advice supported by planners and a dedicated CAD, GIS and graphics team that can provide a fully integrated design service.

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Water Services and Environment

Our water services team delivers reliable and cost-effective advice in specific areas such as flood risk assessment, river and coastal engineering, dams and reservoirs, water supply, sewerage, and wastewater treatment. Our design and advisory services are based on engineering knowledge, experience and judgement deliver feasibility studies, estimates and economic appraisals to support the assessment of the viability of a project. Site investigations, ground and aerial surveys, flood studies, and evaluation of drainage system capacities are regularly undertaken for many projects.

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Health and Safety

No project or event can proceed without proper consideration of Health and Safety. Whether this is consideration and proactive management of construction safety risks or ensuring public safety at major sporting events we offer a complete Health and Safety consultancy service catering for all scenarios. These services are provided throughout the UK and at various locations around the world.

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Mining Legacy Specialists (JWHRoss)

JWHRoss are a Scotland based firm of Consulting Mining Engineers providing professional services and advice on all aspects of Mining, Minerals, Geology and Waste Management throughout the UK. Our overall client base is diverse and includes Government departments and agencies, local authorities, service providers, housing association, consulting engineers, quarry operators, opencast coal companies, mineral estates and solicitors, as well as many private individuals.

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