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< Back Charlie White Senior Consultant Recent project experience includes a number of hospital development schemes including Bradford Royal Infirmary and Medway Maritime Hospital. Design of structural steelwork for a number of fabricators including work at STW & WTW plants and process plants, new office developments, nightclub and restaurant conversions, structural appraisals of public houses and design of conversion work, alterations to branches of Lloyds pharmacy and Costa Coffee. Work for ITV Yorkshire. Health Centres and retail development and design of preassembled plant rooms and service modules. charlie@shepherdgilmour.co.uk +441132451393

< Back Structural Fire Design Rate £70/hr Contact Us Now About Fire design of structures ensures their safe predictable performance in the event of a foreseeable fire scenario. The level of fire design depends upon a number of factors and is often determined by carrying out a fire risk assessment. Typically, requirements are set out according to Eurocode with respect to time. Based on the requirements, a structural engineers first job is to determine the most suitable material and appropriate methods of fire protection to critical elements. The design is then undertaken according to the relevant parts of either EC2, 6 or 9. In the past, fire design was not always considered and this has resulted in terrible consequences such as the great fire of London in 1666 which resulted in the avoidable destruction of over 132,000 homes. More recently, examples of how serious the threat of fire can be to a building and its occupants are the Bradford City Stadium fire of 1985, the collapse of The World Trade Center Twin Towers in 2001 and Grenfell Tower in 2017. Project Gallery Previous Next

Areas Served We provide international design services throughout Europe and beyond. For on site services, our engineers operate within service zones A, B & C as indicated on our service area map below. Make an Enquiry Domestic and Commercial Surveys, Inspections & Site Support. Typically charged on an hourly rate. Large domestic and Commercial Surveys, Inspections & Site Support. Typically charged on a day rate. Zone C Commercial Surveys, Inspections & Site Support. By prior agreement only. Typically charged on a day rate. Zone B Zone A At Shepherd Gilmour, we provide design consultancy services to both the domestic and commercial sectors throughout the UK, Europe and beyond. We are experienced in designing structures to suit their respective environment, understanding the changes in requirements based on the local environment and its indended use and design life. ​ Our engineers are primarily based in the North of England throughout Yorkshire and Greater Manchester. As such we offer structural surveys, inspections and construction supervision services to clients within Zones A and B. We also offer these services in Zones C and beyond subject to prior agreement.

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About Us Shepherd Gilmour (SG) are a consultancy firm based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom, with consultants located throughout the UK. Our head office is situated in a historic Tannery building just outside of the city centre. ​ SG has grown steadily since its formation in 2001 and now provides a wide variety of consulting services. The company has a broad wealth of knowledge and experience across many sectors of the industry. ​ SG is now providing international design services across the globe from the Antarctic to the UK and beyond. We take great care in the services we provide ensuring a professional comprehensive approach from quotation through to project completion. Get in Touch About: About HEALTH & SAFETY The most important ethos at SG is that of ensuring the utmost health and safety in all things we do. ​ We are fully compliant with Construction, Design & Management (CDM) Regulations 2015 across all staff roles, whether that be through on site support, or consulting design services. ​ We are registered with Constructionline who carry out annual reviews of our Health and Safety practices. ​ Additionally, we employ the services of a Health and Safety consultancy to carry out an annual review of our policies and systems to ensure we remain ahead of the rules and regulations in order to exceed the industry standard for health and safety. SUSTAINABILITY We realise the importance of our role as a designer with regard to sustainability across the construction industry. This is an area of particular interest for our Managing Director who acts as a leading example to staff, working hard to be continuously at the forefront of innovation and development. As part of our efforts to decrease embodied carbon in our designs and also offer reduced material waste and therefore cost, we employ a full suite of cutting edge engineering software which allows us to provide efficient designs with a high level of accuracy. QUALITY ASSURANCE As a company we are aware of the importance of being able to provide quality assurance to our clients. As such, SG employ a rigorous internal quality assurance and project management system which is certified to ISO 9001:2015. We do not however stop there as SGL employ the services of a professional quality assurance consultancy to assist us in striving to better ourselves year upon year. As a result of our efforts to maintain the highest level of quality assurance, our recent 2022 ISO 9001:2015 audit with the British Assessment Bureau found zero non-conformities and we received no suggestions for improvement which is an achievement we are proud of. ​ View our Quality Policy here. ​ About: Resources and Tips

< Back Battersea Power Station This £9 billion redevelopment transformed the iconic London landmark into a vibrant mixed-use destination with luxury apartments, offices, shops, and restaurants, preserving its historic architecture. Introduction Battersea Power Station, one of London’s most iconic landmarks, has undergone a transformative £9 billion redevelopment, converting the former industrial site into a vibrant mixed-use destination. As part of the project’s extensive regeneration, Shepherd Gilmour was commissioned by Dearneside Fabrications to provide specialist structural design expertise for several critical elements of the project. Working under CDM 2015 regulations, our team contributed to the successful delivery of the project between 2018 and 2022, collaborating with several teams and ensuring seamless integration of design and construction. Our Role Our primary responsibility was the detailed design of key structural components, focusing on architectural metalwork and glazing. Shepherd Gilmour was engaged to provide innovative engineering solutions, ensuring both aesthetics and functionality were preserved while meeting the stringent structural requirements of the redevelopment, in accordance with relevant British Standards and Eurocodes. Notable highlights of our involvement include: A Suspended Pedestrian Feature Bridge in Turbine Hall A One of the standout features of the redevelopment is the suspended pedestrian bridge in Turbine Hall A. Initially conceptualized by Buro Happold, we were tasked with delivering the detailed structural design, ensuring the bridge met the required safety and performance standards. This intricate bridge is not only a structural feat but also a striking architectural element, placed front and centre, that connects key areas of the development. Smoke Vent Bridge in the Boiler House North Atrium Our team designed the smoke vent bridge located in the north atrium of the boiler house, a critical safety feature that enhances the building’s fire protection systems. The bridge's design required a careful balance between maintaining open spaces and ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations. Service Risers We were responsible for structural design of various large service risers, essential components that house electrical and mechanical services throughout the building. These risers required detailed coordination with other building systems and architectural elements to ensure efficient integration. In addition to the highlights noted above, Shepherd Gilmour performed over 50 additional structural design verifications of balustrades, barriers, and various building appendages. These elements, although seemingly minor, were crucial to the overall aesthetic and safety of the building, ensuring that all architectural metalwork met the required structural performance criteria while maintaining design intent. Collaboration & Coordination Our work required close collaboration with multiple project stakeholders, including the concept design team at Buro Happold, installation teams, fabricators, and architects. This coordination was essential to achieving a fully integrated and holistic design. Regular design reviews, coordination meetings, and on-site inspections undertaken by the site-team allowed us to identify and resolve potential issues early, minimising disruptions during construction. Challenges & Solutions One of the key challenges in this project was maintaining the delicate balance between preserving the historical significance of the building while incorporating modern structural and safety standards. The suspended pedestrian bridge, in particular, required creative engineering to maintain both the architectural vision and the performance specifications set out during its concept design. Additionally, the sheer complexity of the building’s architectural features demanded rigorous structural analysis and verification to ensure that all metalwork and glazing components were safe, functional, and visually coherent. Shepherd Gilmour applied advanced structural modelling tools to simulate performance under various conditions, providing confidence in the robustness of our designs. Crucially, additional verifications were undertaken by hand to validate the modelling results. Project Outcome The successful redevelopment of Battersea Power Station stands as a testament to the importance of collaboration, detailed planning, and expert engineering. Shepherd Gilmour is immensely proud to have been involved in this landmark project, contributing our structural expertise to the revitalisation of one of London’s most iconic landmarks. Our work not only helped preserve the building’s architectural integrity but also enhanced its functionality for modern use. The completed project now serves as a bustling hub of residential, commercial, and retail activity, with our structural contributions playing a vital role in the building’s overall success. Project Gallery Previous Next

< Back Pettypool Activity Centre £1.04m Activity Centre in Cheshire. The existing Girlguiding Activity Centre in Cheshire Forest was a “hotchpotch” of prefabricated structures, joined together in an impractical way over several years of expansion which ultimately resulted in a premises which was increasingly becoming inaccessible and not fit for purpose. As a result, the Pettypool committee for Girlguiding Cheshire Forest required a new building to replace the original prefab structures, with key emphasis being accessibility, inclusivity and sustainability with an appearance which would seamlessly fit into the surrounding natural environment. Walker Simpson Architects were appointed as the principle designer, with SGL appointed as the leading structural designers for the project. Together with the M&E consultants A&P Dynamic Design, we were able to provide a new activity centre on time and on budget. The design was situated on sloping ground and incorporated two main wings which enclose a central courtyard. A terrace extends outwards, cantilevering over the bank towards the lower level of the site. The building was required to exhibit a large open plan space for activities, for which a steelwork portal frame structure was employed. The structure was clad in timber and steel, with highly recyclable products in use throughout, such as the Hunter Douglas Heartfelt system which also gave a unique and fitting aesthetic to the ceilings within the building. Project Gallery Previous Next

< Back Structural Surveys Rate £120/hr Contact Us Now About Overview Structural Surveys are carried out to determine the condition of a structure and whether any visual defects are present. All engineers at SGL are experienced and qualified to carry out structural surveys and several of our senior engineers are also chartered in at least one relevant area. We routinely carry out Structural Surveys for domestic clients either directly or via their insurers. We can provide domestic surveys to assist with purchases, sales, insurance claims or just for peace of mind. All of our reports are hand crafted and word processed by a qualified appointed engineer. We endeavour to provide a detailed and meaningful service and do not issue automatically generated reports of little use or relevance. The Process Upon appointing SGL to carry out a Structural Survey, one of our administration team would arrange a site visit with one of our qualified engineers at a time which suits you. The engineer would visit the property and carry out a visual survey, both externally and internally subject to access. General information and the condition of the property would be recorded during the survey and any defects noted. The engineer would then discuss these with the client and inform the client of their possible next steps based on the likely outcome of the survey. The engineer would then hand craft the report highlighting the condition of the property, any deflects found and provide comments and conclusions on whether the defects are likely serious & what we would recommend moving forward to stabilise the property if any serious defects are found. In addition to domestic surveys, SGL also provide a service to the commercial sector. To find out if we could help you, please drop us a line on the Contact Us page or by telephone or email, available at the bottom of this page. Project Gallery Previous Next

< Back Andrew Waddington Managing Director During my career in the engineering industry, I have accomplished my targets by employing a logical and practical approach to work. I have developed a broad skillset, working mainly in two distinct sectors of structural engineering which include onshore heavy industrial building design and the offshore energy sector. I specialise in the design and inspection of steelwork structures & detailed design. I have managed our role as structural designer on numerous projects in excess of £20m construction value. I enjoy working with clients from concept phase through to completion in order to facilitate their project aspirations with innovative designs and ideas. As Managing Director, I also actively pursue the use of advacements in technology and modern methods of construction (MMC) and encourage the use of cutting edge software in tandem with robust training to ensure our staff are best equipped to provide an unparalleled level of service. andy@shepherdgilmour.co.uk +441132451393

< Back Old Trafford Cricket Ground £32m Redevelopment of Old Trafford Cricket Ground. Old Trafford Cricket Ground underwent a significant transformation in 2013 with a complete overhaul. The new ground was constructed to provide seats for up to 25,000 spectators with on site amenities and a wide range of members facilities as well as hospitality suites. Morgan Sindall were appointed as the main contractor for the works and SGL provided a subcontracted design works package on discrete elements of the scheme. Project Gallery Previous Next

< Back BIM & Technical Drawings Rate £60/hr Contact Us Now About Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a modern process of providing computer files in typically proprietary formats containing data relating to the physical properties of a design. It is used as a tool in the design of projects, buildings and infrastructure in order to portray the vision and intent before ever commencing construction. SGL employ a suite of BIM software which includes but is not limited to Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, Tekla Structural Designer, Trimble Connect and eDrawings. By employing the use of this software via our qualified and experienced employees, we are able to integrate drawings, models and data into master data registers and master model files combining structural design information with that of the architect or M&E contractor etc. By being able to integrate our designs with those of other disciplines, we are able to provide a better visual experience to detect clash checks & allow coherent coordination between parties. Project Gallery Previous Next