Business Details
44 Years
experience
Trusted Structural Engineers in Bristol
Established in 1982, KB2 Consulting Engineers has built a reputation for delivering innovative and practical civil and structural engineering solutions. As a 100% employee-owned business, we combine decades of collective expertise with a commitment to collaborative problem-solving, ensuring every project benefits from diverse perspectives and technical excellence. Our approach prioritises client needs, offering tailored solutions for projects ranging from small domestic renovations to large-scale commercial developments. With a focus on sustainability and modern engineering practices, we maintain strong relationships with architects and contractors to achieve aesthetically pleasing and structurally sound outcomes.Our team's extensive experience in conservation, renewable energy, and complex infrastructure projects underscores our ability to tackle unique challenges with creativity and precision. Recognised through awards such as the Bristol Civic Society Award, we remain dedicated to advancing engineering excellence while maintaining the personal service that has defined our practice for over four decades.
Services
Feasibility Studies
Expert Witness
Conservation
Solar PV
Refurbishment
New Build
Civil Engineering
Large Residential Housing
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of experience in civil and structural engineering.
- Our employee-owned model ensures shared commitment to project success.
- Bespoke solutions tailored to each project's unique requirements.
- Award-winning expertise in conservation and renewable energy projects.
- Proven track record with complex infrastructure and historic buildings.
What people say
Incredible structural thinking
Solutions-orientated approach
Seamless ceiling line achieved
Positive and patient team
Could not have done this without you
Services
Feasibility Studies
Our feasibility studies assess technical, financial, and environmental viability for projects ranging from residential developments to large-scale commercial schemes. We identify potential challenges early, ensuring cost-effective solutions align with client objectives while complying with regulatory requirements. This proactive approach minimises risks and establishes realistic project parameters.
Conservation
Specialising in historic building preservation, we combine traditional techniques with modern engineering to restore listed structures while maintaining their architectural integrity. Our team addresses complex challenges like structural reinforcement of ancient masonry or adapting heritage sites for contemporary use without compromising historical value.
Solar PV
We design structural solutions for photovoltaic installations, ensuring safe and efficient integration with existing buildings. Our expertise covers load calculations, material specifications, and compliance with renewable energy standards, supporting clients in achieving sustainability goals through solar technology implementation.
Refurbishment
Our refurbishment services focus on extending building lifespans and improving functionality through structural modifications. We address issues like outdated systems or space constraints while maintaining safety standards, delivering modernised spaces that meet current usage requirements without full-scale reconstruction.
New Build
From concept to completion, we provide structural engineering for new residential and commercial developments. Our approach balances innovation with practicality, ensuring designs meet aesthetic visions while adhering to technical specifications and building regulations for durable, future-ready structures.
People
Michael Humphreys
Director
Chartered engineer with 15+ years' experience, specialising in residential and commercial projects. Joined KB2 in 2015 after working with Price & Myers, bringing expertise in basement construction and institutional buildings.
Nick Price
Director
Graduated in 1994 and oversees financial management at KB2. Developed the firm's expertise in solar array installations and has worked on major projects like Gunwharf Quays retail development.
Tim Pattinson
Director
Chartered structural engineer with 12+ years' experience in residential, commercial, and conservation sectors. Joined KB2 in 2021, specialising in basement construction adjacent to listed buildings.
Nauris Brilovskis
Senior Structural Engineer
With 8+ years' experience, he focuses on residential and educational projects. Graduated in 2015 and previously assessed rail bridges before transitioning to building design in 2016.
Tristan Pope
Senior Structural Engineer
14+ years' consultancy experience managing projects from concept to completion. Specialises in new-build structures and complex alterations to existing buildings using diverse construction materials.
Questions
What services does KB2 Consulting Engineers offer?
We provide civil and structural engineering services including feasibility studies, conservation projects, solar PV installations, refurbishments, and new build developments.
How long has KB2 been in business?
KB2 has delivered engineering solutions since 1982, with over four decades of experience in residential, commercial, and conservation projects.
What makes KB2 different from other engineering firms?
As a 100% employee-owned business, our collaborative culture and shared accountability ensure every project benefits from diverse expertise and innovative problem-solving.
Do KB2 handle conservation and historic building projects?
Yes, we specialise in conservation work, including listed buildings and historic structures, combining modern engineering with traditional techniques.
Reviews (3)
James Hallows
Dec 23, 2021
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When we were rebuilding our dental practice, Nick Price was absolutely superb. Wed been let down by a different structural engineer and needed someone to come out quickly and get on top of our project which was in danger of being stalled. Nick was professional, clearly knowledgeable and came up with a solution quickly that has served us well since. Very happy to recommend.
Esther Connock
Dec 19, 2020
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KB2 made a huge difference to this renovation (re-build) project. They understood what I wanted to achieve with the build and applied incredible structural thinking and design. They worked around the many build challenges and their every solution added something better to the project. Ever positive, totally solutions orientated, calm, patient - and fast! Im so grateful for all the work and support. We couldnt have done this without you.
Grant Gilliatt
Dec 15, 2020
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Absolutely unprofessional and inefficient. I'd spoken to a receptionist on Wednesday 22nd July to request an appointment and was told i'd get a call back that day or the following day at the latest. Fast forward to the morning of the 29th, after hearing nothing, I phoned again and spoke to a different receptionist - explained id been waiting a week, when I indicated that wasn't great she just kept speaking over me telling me 'hang on a minute - were busy'... When she put me through to an engineer called Mark, I told him the project start date and he told me i should have phoned a couple of weeks
