Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Geo-Environmental Consultancy Services
Established in 1995, Mason Evans is one of Scotland's leading specialist geo-environmental consultancies, providing practical and technically robust solutions to a diverse client base across the UK. Our team of over 40 experienced professionals delivers tailored services including contaminated land assessments, geotechnical engineering, historical mining risk evaluations, and validation processes. With a focus on regulatory compliance and innovative problem-solving, we support developers, local authorities, and industry professionals in navigating complex environmental challenges.Our expertise spans over 20 years of site assessments, enabling us to offer pragmatic solutions that enhance project feasibility while maintaining rigorous safety standards. As part of the Phenna Group Infrastructure Division, we combine hands-on client engagement with industry-leading technical capabilities to ensure timely, cost-effective outcomes.
Services
Contaminated Land
Geotechnical Engineering
Historical Mining
Land Stabilisation
Validation Services
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years combined experience in geo-environmental consultancy
- Our team provides tailored solutions for complex site conditions
- We maintain full compliance with BS 8485 and CIRIA guidelines
- We implement innovative verification processes for gas protection measures
- Our senior staff act as expert witnesses in environmental litigation
Associations and certifications
- British Verification Council
- CL:AIRE Gas Protection Verification Scheme
Services
Contaminated Land
Our contaminated land services identify environmental risks through phased investigations. We conduct desk studies, site assessments, and remediation planning to ensure regulatory compliance. Clients benefit from our expertise in managing brownfield sites, former industrial areas, and landfill developments across the UK construction sector.
Geotechnical Engineering
Geotechnical services include slope stability assessments, soil testing, and foundation design. We provide monitoring and earthworks supervision to ensure structural integrity. Our engineers deliver solutions for challenging ground conditions that affect development viability and construction safety.
Historical Mining
Specialist mining assessments identify subsidence risks and groundwater contamination. We manage coal authority permits and implement stabilisation techniques for legacy mining sites. Our team addresses gas emissions and ground instability through targeted remediation strategies.
Validation Services
Independent verification ensures remediation measures meet regulatory standards. We conduct gas protection checks and environmental capping validation. Our third-party assessments follow BS 8485 guidelines to guarantee construction safety and regulatory sign-off.
Land Stabilisation
Land stabilisation services address ground movement risks through grouting and capping solutions. We specialise in mineshaft stabilisation and peat probing. Our techniques mitigate subsidence threats while maintaining environmental compliance for residential and commercial developments.
People
Ian Cochrane
Managing Director
Geo-environmental specialist with expertise in contaminated land risk assessment and groundwater management. Holds AIEMA and MSEE accreditations. Leads technical operations while maintaining client relationships. Active in professional development through industry engagement.
Pamela Hamilton
General Manager
Over 25 years' experience in business operations. Manages financial and administrative functions while overseeing company-wide processes. Key contact for internal management and client coordination across consultancy services.
Paula Cameron
Engineering Technician Manager
Manages CAD and verification teams with focus on technical documentation. Coordinates site team operations to ensure smooth validation processes. Brings 20+ years' experience in engineering support roles.
Alistair Jamieson
Associate
Environmental geologist specialising in land quality assessment and contaminated site remediation. Provides technical expertise for due diligence projects. Graduated from University of Edinburgh with geology degree.
Kenny McLaren
Associate
Chartered geologist with expertise in site investigations and contaminated land assessment. Holds RSoBRA accreditation. Specialises in high-profile development projects requiring complex environmental solutions.
Questions
What geo-environmental services do you offer?
We provide contaminated land assessments, geotechnical engineering, historical mining evaluations, and validation services for UK development projects.
How do you ensure regulatory compliance?
Our team follows BS 8485, CIRIA guidelines, and CL:AIRE verification schemes to maintain compliance with environmental regulations.
Can you handle complex site investigations?
Yes, we conduct phased investigations including desk studies, site assessments, and remediation planning for challenging ground conditions.
Do you work with UK developers?
We support developers across Scotland and the UK with environmental assessments and land stabilisation solutions.
What accreditations do you hold?
We are members of the British Verification Council and part of the CL:AIRE Gas Protection Verification Scheme.
How do you manage mining legacy risks?
Our specialists implement stabilisation techniques and monitoring systems to mitigate subsidence and gas emission risks from historical mining.
Reviews (1)
Ian Cochrane
Nov 01, 2018
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A great place if you're looking for someone to undertake site investigations, or to get advice on contaminated land, geotechnical or mining issues.
