Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Building Services Design Partner in the UK
Established in 1997, Engineering Services Partnership (ESP) has built a reputation for delivering innovative building services design solutions across the UK. Our approach combines technical engineering expertise with commercial acumen and a relationship-driven methodology, ensuring projects meet client requirements while maintaining cost-effectiveness and timely delivery. With four strategically located offices in Croydon, Peterborough, Edinburgh, and Manchester, we serve a diverse range of sectors including critical facilities, logistics, commercial, and retail. Our commitment to continuous innovation has fostered long-term client relationships, with many partnerships spanning decades. We integrate sustainability and corporate social responsibility into all operations, supported by in-house low carbon consultants and adherence to Investors in People Silver standards.Our senior team's direct involvement in every project guarantees access to highly qualified professionals throughout the design and implementation process. Utilising advanced technologies like BIM and REVIT, we provide cradle-to-grave advice on building performance while maintaining compliance with statutory regulations. Our hands-on approach has proven successful through robust testing procedures and a focus on reducing construction-stage conflicts through 3D coordination. This methodology ensures efficient installations that balance budget constraints with lifecycle cost considerations across mechanical, electrical, and public health systems.
Services
Building Services
Strategic Planning
Due Diligence
Engineering Design
Sustainability Solutions
Onsite Monitoring
BIM Modelling
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in building services design
- Our senior team directly oversees all projects from start to finish
- We operate from four strategically located UK offices
- Our Investors in People Silver accreditation demonstrates staff investment
- We integrate sustainability practices into all engineering solutions
Associations and certifications
- Investors in People Silver
Services
Building Services
We provide comprehensive mechanical, electrical, and public health engineering solutions tailored to project requirements. Our services include HVAC systems, power distribution, drainage solutions, and utility services integration. By combining technical expertise with commercial awareness, we deliver cost-effective installations that meet statutory compliance while considering architectural and structural constraints across commercial, retail, and critical facility sectors.
Strategic Planning
Our strategic planning services focus on early-stage risk evaluation for building systems and operations. We conduct procurement analysis, category management reviews, and integrated system testing to ensure resilience. This systematic approach helps stakeholders make informed decisions about risk mitigation, budget allocation, and operational requirements while maintaining compliance with current regulations across multiple industry sectors.
Due Diligence
We offer technical due diligence services including development appraisals, feasibility studies, and condition surveys. Our expert assessments help clients understand risks associated with property transactions while providing mitigation strategies. This service supports informed decision-making for building acquisitions, refurbishments, and extensions through comprehensive technical evaluations conducted by our experienced engineering team.
Engineering Design
Our engineering design team creates innovative solutions using BIM and REVIT technologies to meet challenging construction timelines. We provide complete engineering packages including design development, technical specifications, and coordinated CAD drawings. This service ensures compliance with safety standards while optimising construction efficiencies through 3D modelling and clash detection across various building types and sectors.
Sustainability Solutions
We integrate sustainable practices into all projects through renewable energy solutions and low carbon technologies. Our services include dynamic thermal modelling, energy performance certificates, and Part L calculations. With in-house sustainability consultants, we help clients achieve regulatory compliance while delivering environmental and economic benefits through water recycling systems, energy efficiency measures, and zero-carbon technology implementation.
People
Carl Mayhew
Head Office Contact
Carl Mayhew manages operations from our Croydon headquarters, overseeing strategic direction and client relationships for Engineering Services Partnership since its founding in 1997.
Alistair McLean
Edinburgh Office Lead
Alistair McLean heads our Edinburgh operations, bringing extensive regional expertise in building services design to clients across Scotland and northern England.
Peter Davies
Peterborough Office Manager
Peter Davies leads our Peterborough team, specialising in Midlands and eastern England projects with a focus on commercial and industrial sector solutions.
James Graham-Clare
Manchester Office Director
James Graham-Clare oversees our Manchester operations, delivering tailored engineering solutions to clients across the North West and Wales since joining the company.
Questions
What building services do you specialise in?
We specialise in mechanical, electrical, public health, and sustainable engineering solutions for commercial, retail, and critical facility sectors across the UK.
How long has ESP been operating?
Engineering Services Partnership has been delivering building services solutions since our founding in 1997, with over 25 years of industry experience.
Do you operate nationwide?
Yes, we have four strategically located offices in Croydon, Peterborough, Edinburgh, and Manchester serving clients throughout the UK.
Are you accredited for staff development?
We hold Investors in People Silver accreditation, demonstrating our commitment to continuous professional development and staff investment.
What technologies do you use?
We utilise BIM and REVIT software for 3D modelling, enabling coordinated design solutions and comprehensive lifecycle performance analysis of building systems.
Do you offer sustainability services?
Yes, we provide renewable energy solutions, energy efficiency measures, and low carbon technology implementation with dedicated in-house sustainability consultants.
