Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Geotechnical Engineering Solutions in York
Byland Engineering is an independent, client-focused geotechnical consultancy dedicated to delivering high-quality engineering solutions. Our expertise lies in the investigation, analysis, and design of ground engineering schemes, with a particular focus on piling, retaining structures, and foundation optimization. Our team combines technical excellence with practical problem-solving to develop cost-effective, innovative solutions tailored to client needs. We serve a diverse range of sectors including infrastructure, construction, utilities, and heritage, operating across the UK and internationally.With over 30 years of combined experience, our directors provide direct, personalized attention to every project, ensuring robust designs that meet Eurocode and British Standards. Our service spans from initial feasibility studies through ground investigation to final design certification, supported by advanced engineering software and a commitment to client collaboration.
Services
Geotechnical design
Piling solutions
Soil nailing
Basement design
Anchored earth structures
Slope stabilization
Foundation engineering
Expert witness services
Finite element analysis
Ground investigation
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We provide Eurocode-compliant designs verified by 30+ years of combined director experience
- Our team delivers integrated geotechnical and structural analysis using industry-leading software
- We offer direct director-level involvement on all client projects
- We specialize in cost-effective solutions for complex ground engineering challenges
- We maintain technical excellence through continuous software and methodology updates
Services
Geotechnical design
Our geotechnical design services encompass retaining walls, piled foundations, and slope stabilization solutions. We utilize Eurocode standards and advanced software to create robust, cost-effective designs. Our expertise ensures structural integrity while addressing site-specific ground conditions across infrastructure and construction projects.
Piling solutions
We specialize in piled foundation design for challenging ground conditions. Our services include CFA piles, minipiles, and micropiles tailored to structural requirements. We optimize pile configurations for load-bearing capacity while maintaining cost efficiency across commercial and infrastructure developments.
Soil nailing
Our soil nailing solutions stabilize slopes and excavations through engineered reinforcement systems. We design permanent and temporary support structures using advanced analysis tools. This technique provides cost-effective ground stabilization for highways, railways, and construction projects with restricted access.
Basement design
We deliver comprehensive basement design services incorporating retaining walls and waterproofing systems. Our designs comply with Eurocode 7 and British Standards, addressing structural integrity and groundwater management. We provide solutions for deep basements in urban environments with complex ground conditions.
Expert witness
Our directors provide expert witness services for geotechnical disputes and construction litigation. With extensive industry experience, we offer technical assessments and court testimony. Our services support clients in resolving complex engineering challenges through clear, evidence-based analysis.
People
James Binns
Geotechnical Engineer & Director
Chartered Civil Engineer with 15+ years' experience in geotechnical design and construction. Specializes in piling, retaining structures, and slope stabilization. Leads project teams to deliver innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges across infrastructure and building sectors.
Will Frampton
Geotechnical Engineer & Director
Chartered Geologist offering 18 years' expertise in ground investigation and engineering geology. Focuses on integrating geological understanding with structural design. Provides technical leadership for major infrastructure projects requiring specialized ground engineering solutions.
Billy Sturdy
Graduate Geotechnical Engineer
Recent graduate with hands-on experience in geotechnical analysis and design support. Assists in preparing calculations, drawings, and technical reports. Developing expertise in pile design and slope stability assessment under senior engineer supervision.
Elouise Fairclough
Graduate Geotechnical Engineer
Newly qualified geotechnical engineer supporting project teams with data analysis and design documentation. Gaining practical experience in ground investigation techniques and software applications for geotechnical engineering projects.
Judith Cook
Administration Assistant
Provides essential administrative support to engineering teams, managing project documentation and client communications. Ensures efficient office operations and timely delivery of technical information to project stakeholders.
Questions
What geotechnical services does Byland Engineering offer?
We provide ground investigation, piling design, slope stabilization, basement engineering, and expert witness services using Eurocode-compliant methodologies.
Which sectors do you work with?
We serve infrastructure, construction, utilities, transport, and heritage sectors across the UK and internationally.
How experienced is your team?
Our directors have over 30 combined years of experience in geotechnical engineering, with specialist expertise in complex ground engineering solutions.
What software tools do you use?
We utilize Oasys Geo Suite, PLAXIS 2D, WALLAP, and other industry-standard software for geotechnical analysis and design.
