Business Details
44 Years
experience
Trusted Structural Engineering Services in Eastbourne
Established in 1982, Stephen Wilson Partnership has built a reputation as a trusted structural and civil engineering consultancy serving clients across the UK. Our practice combines decades of technical expertise with a client-focused approach, delivering practical and buildable solutions for residential, commercial, educational, and infrastructure projects. With a team of chartered engineers and specialists, we utilise advanced software including Revit, BIM, and industry-standard design tools to ensure precision and efficiency. Our memberships with CHAS, BSI, and Construction Excellence demonstrate our commitment to staying at the forefront of industry standards. We work proactively with developers, contractors, and local authorities to provide cost-effective, environmentally conscious engineering solutions tailored to each project's unique requirements.Our track record includes collaborations with national contractors like Kier and Morgan Sindall, as well as regional firms and housing associations. By maintaining close relationships with clients and prioritising clear communication, we ensure that every project benefits from our extensive experience and technical proficiency. Our team's expertise spans structural design for new builds and refurbishments, civil engineering for drainage and infrastructure, and specialist services like party wall surveys and soil investigations. We take pride in delivering innovative solutions that balance commercial viability with engineering excellence, supported by our proven ability to manage projects from initial concept through to site completion.
Services
Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
CDM Coordination
Building Surveying
Party Wall Surveys
Soil Investigation
Flood Risk Assessments
Drainage Strategies
Pre-purchase Appraisals
Infrastructure Design
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years' experience in structural and civil engineering consultancy
- Our team includes chartered engineers with expertise in BIM and Revit projects
- We maintain memberships with leading industry bodies including CHAS and BSI
- We deliver practical solutions for projects valued up to 50m+
- Our partnerships with national contractors ensure buildable, cost-effective designs
Associations and certifications
- CHAS
- BSI
- SECBE
- Construction Excellence
Services
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services cover RC, steel, and timber frame designs for new builds and refurbishments. We specialise in high and low-rise residential projects, providing detailed analysis of soils reports and contamination data to ensure safe, compliant construction solutions tailored to site-specific challenges.
Civil Engineering
We deliver comprehensive civil engineering solutions including road and drainage design, highway improvements, and flood risk assessments. Our expertise extends to statutory supplier coordination and drainage strategy development, ensuring sustainable infrastructure solutions that meet regulatory requirements and project budgets across diverse site conditions.
CDM Coordination
Our CDM coordination services ensure compliance with construction health and safety regulations throughout project lifecycles. We provide proactive risk management, documentation control, and duty holder support to maintain safe working environments while facilitating efficient project delivery for both domestic and commercial developments.
Building Surveying
We offer expert building surveying services including party wall awards and structural condition assessments. Our team provides detailed evaluations of existing structures, delivering practical recommendations for refurbishment projects and ensuring compliance with current building regulations and industry best practices.
Soil Investigation
Our soil investigation services provide critical geotechnical data for informed design decisions. We conduct comprehensive site appraisals, contamination assessments, and ground condition analyses to identify potential risks and develop appropriate foundation solutions for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
People
Dean Giles
Managing Director
Chartered engineer with over 30 years' experience in structural design and project management. Joined SWP in 2013 after working with Gyoury Self Partnership and Scandinavian firms, bringing expertise in projects up to 50m+ values.
Mark Gibb
Operations Director
B.Eng qualified operations director with extensive experience in structural engineering design and team management. Joined SWP in 2017 to establish Brighton office and expand business operations across the South East region.
Rick Potterton
Senior Engineer
Chartered engineer with 28 years' experience at Gyoury Self Partnership, specialising in integrating stakeholder requirements into engineering designs. Joined SWP in 2021 to strengthen senior management and risk assessment capabilities.
Questions
What engineering services do you offer?
We provide structural and civil engineering design, CDM coordination, building surveying, party wall surveys, soil investigations, and flood risk assessments for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
How long have you been in business?
Our practice has operated since 1982, incorporated as Stephen Wilson Partnership Ltd in 1997, with team members collectively holding over 100 years' industry experience.
Which areas do you cover?
While based in Eastbourne, we provide engineering services across London, the Home Counties, and throughout the UK according to project requirements.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain memberships with CHAS, BSI, SECBE, and Construction Excellence, ensuring compliance with the latest industry standards and health & safety regulations.
What project types do you handle?
We work on residential developments, commercial buildings, educational facilities, healthcare projects, leisure complexes, and infrastructure schemes including drainage and highway improvements.
