SOCOTEC Provides Expert Structural Engineering Services for Building Safety Compliance, Design Reviews, and Structural Integrity
SOCOTEC UK partners with a diverse range of clients across industries, from property developers, architects, and construction firms to infrastructure owners and asset managers. Our Structural Engineering services are tailored to meet the unique demands of each client, whether managing new builds, refurbishments, or the ongoing maintenance of critical infrastructure.
We offer a comprehensive suite of solutions to ensure the safety, longevity, and performance of structures. These include structural assessments, design verification, defect identification, client-side advisory, material and load testing, and repair strategies. By combining technical expertise with a deep understanding of industry regulations, we help clients navigate complex engineering challenges, delivering practical, cost-effective outcomes.
The SOCOTEC Structural Engineering team, along with the SOCOTEC Fire Engineering and Building Health & Safety team also provide a complete Building Safety Case service. Further details of our offering relating to Building Safety Case work can be found below.
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Structural Engineering Services offered by SOCOTEC

Building Safety Case
Building Safety Case

The Building Safety Case (BSC) framework is a set of requirements for buildings that aims to improve safety, especially after the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017. The framework applies to:
- High-rise buildings: Any building that's at least 18 meters tall or has at least seven stories
- Care homes and hospitals: Any building that's at least 18 meters tall or has at least seven stories
- Existing buildings: Any building that meets the height criteria, even if it's not new
- Major refurbishments: Any high-rise building that's undergoing significant renovations
SOCOTEC UK are one of four companies that have secured a framework agreement with the Health & Safety Executive to support the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) with Higher Risk Buildings (HRB).
Further information can be found on our website here: https://www.SOCOTEC.co.uk/media/faqs/building-safety-act
The Building Safety Case (BSC) framework is a set of requirements for buildings that aims to improve safety, especially after the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017. The framework applies to:
- High-rise buildings: Any building that's at least 18 meters tall or has at least seven stories
- Care homes and hospitals: Any building that's at least 18 meters tall or has at least seven stories
- Existing buildings: Any building that meets the height criteria, even if it's not new
- Major refurbishments: Any high-rise building that's undergoing significant renovations
SOCOTEC UK are one of four companies that have secured a framework agreement with the Health & Safety Executive to support the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) with Higher Risk Buildings (HRB).
Further information can be found on our website here: https://www.SOCOTEC.co.uk/media/faqs/building-safety-act

Structural Design Assurance, Reviews & Audits to meet Compliance Standards
Structural Design Assurance, Reviews & Audits

SOCOTEC’s Structural team of Chartered Structural (MIStructE) & Civil (MICE) Engineers has extensive experience in Design Assurance, Reviews & Audits, including:
- Client-side Design Assurance, embedded within the client project management team ensuring designs are technically compliant and of high-quality
- Design Code and Standards Compliance
- Act as Competent Person and provide Design Certification services
- 3rd Party Checking
- Audits of structural design processes
SOCOTEC’s Structural team of Chartered Structural (MIStructE) & Civil (MICE) Engineers has extensive experience in Design Assurance, Reviews & Audits, including:
- Client-side Design Assurance, embedded within the client project management team ensuring designs are technically compliant and of high-quality
- Design Code and Standards Compliance
- Act as Competent Person and provide Design Certification services
- 3rd Party Checking
- Audits of structural design processes

Expert Advice on Specialist Structural Services
Specialist Structural Advice

SOCOTEC’s Structural team of Chartered Structural (MIStructE) & Civil (MICE) Engineers are on hand to provide expert advice on a wide range of areas, including:
- Steel, Concrete & Timber structures
- Seismic design
- Aviation Security in Airport Development (ASIAD)
- Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC)
- Structures for Telecoms
- Pavement structures
- Tunnels
SOCOTEC’s Structural team of Chartered Structural (MIStructE) & Civil (MICE) Engineers are on hand to provide expert advice on a wide range of areas, including:
- Steel, Concrete & Timber structures
- Seismic design
- Aviation Security in Airport Development (ASIAD)
- Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC)
- Structures for Telecoms
- Pavement structures
- Tunnels

Transform your building Concept into Reality
Structural Design

The Structural Engineering team at SOCOTEC can transform your building concept into a reality, working through each stage of design development. Whether it be to help a concept get off the ground or to complete construction, SOCOTEC are here to be your structural engineering design and construction support partners. The team have experience in designing with the full range of construction materials, including:
- Structural Steel
- Reinforced Concrete
- Timber
- Composite Materials
The Structural Engineering team at SOCOTEC can transform your building concept into a reality, working through each stage of design development. Whether it be to help a concept get off the ground or to complete construction, SOCOTEC are here to be your structural engineering design and construction support partners. The team have experience in designing with the full range of construction materials, including:
- Structural Steel
- Reinforced Concrete
- Timber
- Composite Materials

Expert Witness & Advisory Services
Expert Witness & Advisory

As part of our wider Advisory business SOCOTEC offer Structural Engineering Expert Witness & Advisory services. Expert witnesses are registered with experience in the field of steel, concrete and timber structures & materials. Our Engineers produce high quality and detailed reports with facts linked to the latest codes and standards. Please contact us to find out more about:
- Expert Witness Reports
- Expert Structural Engineering Advisory Services
- Court Attendance
- Arbitration, Litigation & Adjudication
As part of our wider Advisory business SOCOTEC offer Structural Engineering Expert Witness & Advisory services. Expert witnesses are registered with experience in the field of steel, concrete and timber structures & materials. Our Engineers produce high quality and detailed reports with facts linked to the latest codes and standards. Please contact us to find out more about:
- Expert Witness Reports
- Expert Structural Engineering Advisory Services
- Court Attendance
- Arbitration, Litigation & Adjudication

Structural Defect Identification and Remediation
Defect Identification

The discovery of structural defects can lead to elevated repair costs if not identified correctly, expertly assessed and the subsequent remediation proposals are not only structurally sound but cost effective too. SOCOTEC Structural and Civil Engineers are here to help with all stages of structural defect identification and remediation. A Chartered Engineer can attend site to give initial advice based on a visual inspection and then take it to the next stage of investigation taking advantage of SOCOTEC extensive network of engineering and materials specialists to develop the right solution. SOCOTEC are on hand to advise on a wide range of structural matters, including:
- Subsidence
- Steelwork Corrosion
- Concrete Deterioration including cracking, leaks, reinforcement exposure and spalling
- Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC)
- Dilapidation Surveys
- Building Movement & Vibration
The discovery of structural defects can lead to elevated repair costs if not identified correctly, expertly assessed and the subsequent remediation proposals are not only structurally sound but cost effective too. SOCOTEC Structural and Civil Engineers are here to help with all stages of structural defect identification and remediation. A Chartered Engineer can attend site to give initial advice based on a visual inspection and then take it to the next stage of investigation taking advantage of SOCOTEC extensive network of engineering and materials specialists to develop the right solution. SOCOTEC are on hand to advise on a wide range of structural matters, including:
- Subsidence
- Steelwork Corrosion
- Concrete Deterioration including cracking, leaks, reinforcement exposure and spalling
- Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC)
- Dilapidation Surveys
- Building Movement & Vibration
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