Business Details
35 Years
experience
Civil Engineering Consultancy Manchester
Established in 1991, H B L Associates has built a reputation as a leading civil and structural engineering consultancy. Our expertise spans complex construction projects across the UK, serving diverse sectors including theme parks, leisure, residential, and commercial developments. With a collaborative approach, we deliver innovative solutions from pre-acquisition assessments to project handover. Our team of chartered engineers combines analytical precision with creative problem-solving to address challenges in infrastructure design and special projects. We prioritise client needs, evidenced by our high rate of repeat business through professional recommendations.Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through nationwide service delivery and a track record of award-winning projects. We utilise cutting-edge software to ensure coordinated, buildable solutions tailored to each project's unique requirements. Our special projects portfolio includes landmark attractions like the UK's first flying theatre and Europe's tallest high ropes course. We maintain a strong focus on sustainable practices, including innovative drainage systems and flood risk management strategies. Our culture of continuous improvement has been recognised through industry awards and consistent inclusion in national engineering frameworks.
Services
Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
Special Projects
Infrastructure Design
Sustainable Drainage
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialist engineering experience since 1991
- Our nationwide service covers all UK construction sectors
- We provide integrated civil and structural engineering solutions
- Our team includes chartered engineers with special project expertise
- We utilise advanced software for coordinated design solutions
Services
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services address complex challenges across theme parks, energy facilities, and residential developments. We provide strategic advice from project inception through detailed construction delivery. Our expertise includes designing for unique attractions like flying theatres and wing rollercoasters, combining analytical knowledge with creative solutions.
Civil Engineering
We deliver practical civil engineering solutions for infrastructure projects including drainage systems and flood risk assessments. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures coordinated designs using industry-leading software. Services span sustainable urban drainage strategies and site infrastructure for commercial and industrial developments across the UK.
Special Projects
Our special projects team tackles unique challenges in sectors like leisure attractions and emergency facilities. Notable projects include Europe's tallest high ropes course and marine mammal rescue centres. We combine engineering innovation with commercial considerations to deliver buildable solutions for technically demanding assignments.
Sustainable Drainage
We develop innovative sustainable drainage systems for developments nationwide. Our flood risk assessments and management strategies integrate with broader infrastructure projects. This service supports environmental compliance while ensuring functional water management solutions for residential and commercial sites.
Infrastructure Design
Our infrastructure design covers site-wide engineering for new developments including housing estates and commercial parks. We provide coordinated solutions for drainage, utilities, and access roads. The service incorporates latest software tools to ensure compatibility with all design team elements throughout project phases.
People
Abdul Ben Ghalbon
Director
Chartered engineer with extensive structural design experience, leading complex projects including major theme park attractions and commercial developments across the UK.
Andy Smith
Director
Civil engineering specialist with 25+ years' experience managing infrastructure projects, focusing on sustainable drainage systems and flood risk management solutions for national developments.
Liam Massey
Director
Structural engineering expert overseeing special projects, including award-winning leisure attractions and technically challenging construction schemes requiring innovative engineering solutions.
Matt Shanly
Principal Engineer
Lead structural engineer with expertise in complex building systems, delivering solutions for high-profile projects including entertainment venues and emergency response facilities nationwide.
Richard Walmsley
Engineer
Civil engineer specialising in sustainable drainage design, contributing to infrastructure projects with innovative water management solutions that meet regulatory requirements and environmental standards.
Questions
What sectors does HBL Associates work in?
We serve residential, commercial, industrial, leisure, healthcare, education, and energy sectors across the UK, including specialist experience in theme parks and unique attractions.
Do you handle complex engineering challenges?
Yes, our special projects team delivers solutions for technically demanding assignments including record-breaking attractions and emergency facilities requiring advanced engineering expertise.
How do you ensure project coordination?
We use industry-leading software to interface with all design team members, ensuring coordinated solutions from initial concept through to construction delivery and handover.
What geographic areas do you cover?
We provide nationwide engineering consultancy services across the United Kingdom, with offices in Manchester and London supporting projects in all regions.
Can you assist with sustainable design?
Our sustainable drainage specialists develop innovative SuDS strategies and flood risk management solutions integrated with broader infrastructure projects for residential and commercial developments.
