Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Structural Engineering Services in Newcastle
Established in 2005, C K 21 is a respected structural and civil engineering consultancy based in the North East of England with a national reputation. Our proactive service supports clients' aspirations through structural engineering design, infrastructure engineering, temporary works, project management, and CDM advisory services. We prioritise a team ethic, with all members integral to business development and client projects. Our directors bring extensive experience across commercial, residential, healthcare, and heritage sectors, combining technical expertise with leadership in industry initiatives. We champion work-life balance, internal promotion, and community engagement, maintaining equal opportunity employment practices.Our engineers deliver solutions for reinforced concrete, steelwork, masonry, and sustainable drainage systems while adhering to BIM Level 2 requirements. We provide principal designer roles, health and safety inspections, and temporary works design checks for contractors nationwide. Client testimonials highlight our professionalism, responsiveness, and problem-solving capabilities across diverse construction projects. Our team includes Chartered Engineers actively involved in regional construction bodies and industry education initiatives. With offices in Newcastle upon Tyne, we combine local expertise with national project capabilities.
Services
Structural Engineering
Infrastructure Engineering
Temporary Works
Project Management
CDM Advisory
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We provide principal designer services with Chartered Engineers leading CDM compliance
- Our team holds extensive BIM Level 2 implementation expertise across construction sectors
- We offer integrated temporary works design and independent design verification services
- Our directors maintain active roles in regional construction industry leadership groups
- We combine heritage building knowledge with modern engineering solutions
What people say
Excellent service
Proactive and approachable
Comprehensive and thorough
Responsive and cooperative
Good quality work
Services
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering team delivers comprehensive design solutions for new constructions and refurbishment projects. We specialise in steel, concrete, masonry, and timber structures across commercial, residential, and heritage sectors. Our services include foundation design, retaining walls, and specialist structural elements like sculpture foundations.
Infrastructure Engineering
We provide civil engineering solutions for site development projects including highway design, drainage systems, and sustainable urban drainage solutions. Our expertise covers flood risk assessments, ground modelling, and utilities coordination for residential and industrial developments.
Temporary Works
C K 21 offers temporary works design and verification services for construction projects. This includes scaffolding design, excavation shoring, and structural propping solutions. We also provide independent checks of temporary works designs prepared by contractors.
Project Management
Our project management services cover design coordination, budget control, and contract administration. We manage multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely delivery of construction projects while maintaining technical and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
CDM Advisory
We provide CDM coordination and principal designer services, including risk management, site inspections, and health and safety compliance. Our Chartered Engineers assist clients and contractors with regulatory requirements and construction phase planning.
People
John Nielsen
Director
Chartered Civil Engineer and co-founder with expertise in CDM regulations. Leads business development and project oversight, specialising in heritage projects and regional construction industry leadership.
Iain Hush
Director
Co-founder responsible for financial management and business strategy. Maintains engineering oversight while ensuring commercial viability. Sector experience spans residential, education, and healthcare developments.
Jonathan Hays
Director
Structural engineering specialist with yachting leadership experience. Oversees BIM implementation and structural design for diverse projects including sports facilities and industrial buildings.
David Webb
Director
Infrastructure expert with strong client relationships in residential and commercial sectors. Manages technical software development and maintains industry-standard design protocols.
Questions
What engineering services does CK21 offer?
CK21 provides structural engineering, infrastructure design, temporary works solutions, project management, and CDM advisory services across multiple construction sectors.
Do you handle heritage building projects?
Yes, our structural engineers have significant experience in heritage refurbishment projects, including specialist assessments and conservation-compatible solutions.
Can you assist with BIM Level 2 requirements?
We have full BIM Level 2 implementation expertise across all our engineering disciplines and software platforms.
What sectors do you work in?
We work across commercial, residential, healthcare, education, industrial, and public realm sectors with specialist sector knowledge.
