Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Civil Engineering Solutions for Coastal & River Projects
Mackley J T has been delivering specialist civil engineering solutions since 1927. Our expertise spans coastal protection, fluvial engineering, water infrastructure, and complex construction projects. With a focus on working near water and in challenging environments, we combine 90+ years of experience with modern technology to address flood defence and infrastructure challenges. Our team provides early contractor involvement, design-and-construct services, and 24/7 emergency response capabilities for the Environment Agency and local authorities.We prioritise sustainability, biodiversity, and community engagement across all projects, maintaining long-term partnerships with clients and supply chains. Our technical specialists manage risks associated with marine environments, delivering innovative solutions for sea walls, bridges, and tidal structures. We hold Cyber Essentials certification, demonstrating our commitment to digital security. Headquartered in West Sussex, we operate across the UK with regional offices in Kent, Hampshire, and the Isle of Wight.
Services
Coastal Protection
Fluvial Engineering
Water Infrastructure
Emergency Response
BIM Services
Details
- Year established: 1927
Highlights and features
- We have 90+ years of specialist experience in marine and fluvial engineering
- Our teams provide 24/7 emergency response for flood incidents in Southeast England
- We combine traditional engineering skills with modern BIM technology
- Long-term partnerships ensure collaborative delivery across our supply chain
- Sustainability and biodiversity are embedded in all our infrastructure projects
Associations and certifications
- Cyber Essentials
Services
Coastal Protection
We design and construct coastal defence systems including sea walls, groynes, and tidal barriers. Our engineers specialise in marine environments, delivering long-term flood protection for communities while enhancing coastal biodiversity. Projects incorporate sustainable materials and climate change resilience.
Emergency Response
24/7 flood incident response service for the Environment Agency and local authorities. Our rapid deployment teams assess damage, implement temporary measures, and execute permanent repairs to critical infrastructure following coastal or river flooding events.
Fluvial Engineering
Specialist river engineering solutions including channel restoration, weir refurbishment, and flood alleviation schemes. We manage projects across tidal and non-tidal waterways, combining hydraulic expertise with environmental considerations for sustainable river management.
BIM Services
Building Information Modelling integration across project lifecycles. Our technical team utilises BIM for design coordination, construction planning, and asset management in complex infrastructure projects, improving efficiency and reducing risks in marine environments.
Water Infrastructure
Maintenance and construction of water industry assets including reservoirs, pumping stations, and water transfer systems. We provide specialist civil engineering works for water security projects, combining traditional construction methods with modern engineering technology.
People
Mike Clegg
Area Manager
With extensive experience in civil engineering, Mike Clegg leads our West Sussex operations. He manages coastal defence projects and maintains key client relationships with local authorities and the Environment Agency.
Andy Martin
Area Manager
Andy Martin oversees operations in Kent and South London. His expertise in fluvial engineering contributes to flood alleviation schemes and river infrastructure projects across the region.
Paul Nutter
Area Manager
Paul Nutter manages Isle of Wight and Hampshire operations. He specialises in marine construction and leads teams delivering coastal protection schemes and emergency flood response services.
Questions
What specialist civil engineering services do you offer?
We specialise in coastal protection, fluvial engineering, water infrastructure, emergency flood response, and BIM-integrated projects across the UK.
Do you provide 24/7 emergency engineering services?
Yes, we operate a 24/7 response service for flood incidents in Southeast England, with rapid deployment teams available at all times.
How long have you been in business?
Mackley Engineering has been delivering civil engineering solutions since 1927, with over 90 years of specialist experience in marine and fluvial environments.
What areas do you cover?
We operate nationwide with regional offices in West Sussex, Kent, Hampshire, and the Isle of Wight, focusing on coastal and river projects across the UK.
What sustainability initiatives do you implement?
We embed sustainability in all projects through biodiversity enhancement, reclaimed material reuse, carbon reduction strategies, and community engagement programmes.
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