JPS is a Chester based firm offering Civil and Structural engineering design services to private and public sector clients and has successfully delivered a portfolio of complex projects including commercial, industrial and local authority schemes as well as a broad range of domestic new-builds, house extensions and loft conversions.
Our highly skilled and experienced Chartered Engineers offer the highest quality technical solutions and a friendly and professional service.
Services
Ensuring the strength & stability of buildings. Transforming an Architectural vision into a buildable structure.
If you’re a home owner looking for a structural engineer or are thinking about making some structural changes to your property here are some frequently asked questions that may be helpful. Alternatively, contact the JPS office if you wish to discuss your project with our team of structural engineers.
JPS Home Owners’ FAQs
Our highly skilled team of Structural Engineers have the knowledge and experience to design all types of structures.
From simple beam calculations to complex structural analysis, our structural team are here to support you and your project by delivering safe, efficient and cost effective designs. Our Engineers have an in-depth knowledge of codes of practice and building regulations and regularly design in a range of structural materials including steelwork, reinforced concrete, timber, masonry and structural glass.
From domestic extensions to complex multi-storey buildings incorporating basements and retaining structures, our team of engineers will liaise with the design team to ensure designs are coordinated and will support the construction team through the build process.
Ensuring that everything runs smoothly with your drainage connections and highway works.
Our experienced Civil Engineers have the technical skills and knowledge to design the drainage, highways and external works elements for your project.
Our Drainage Engineers will design your underground foul and surface water drainage networks, pumping stations, package treatment plants and will liaise with sewerage undertakers, local authorities and approval bodies to ensure that the relevant consents and adoption agreements are in place and that planning conditions are discharged in a timely manner.
From outline drainage strategies through to 3D modelling and detailed construction information, our infrastructure team will support your project to ensure everything runs smoothly and will deliver effective & efficient designs.
Creating and managing project information in a collaborative way to aid coordination throughout the design and construction process.
Building Information Modelling (BIM) is transforming the way in which the built environment is designed and managed throughout each project life cycle. JPS use a range of 3D modelling software packages to create and coordinate our design deliverables. Our Engineers and BIM technicians use Revit, PDS and Civils 3D as our default drawing software, allowing us to build digital models and prototypes that allow any aspect of a design’s performance to be simulated and assessed before it is built.
Ensuring that designs can be built in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring the safety of the workforce and the integrity of the structure whilst building works are undertaken.
JPS can offer temporary works designs to contractors including temporary propping arrangements, temporary bases to cabins and hoardings and advice on temporary groundworks supports.
This technical knowledge of temporary works allows JPS to deliver highly efficient structural solutions that take account of site logistics, buildability and temporary works constraints.
Securing the technical approvals your project requires from Local Authority Building Control
Our Engineers are well known to the Local Authority Building Control teams and provide detailed and well presented Building Regulations calculations and drawings that will ensure that your project gains Building Control approval in a timely manner.
JPS is held in high regard by the Local Authorities across North Wales and the North West as a team of engineers who present clear and concise design information across a wide range of project sizes and complexities.
Our Team
Get in touch with us today to see how our team of experienced engineers can assist with your project
Jonathan
Paull
Managing Director
Jonathan Paull , Managing Director
MEng (hons), CEng MIStructE, Chartered Structural Engineer and Member of the Institution of Structural Engineers
Founder and Director, Jonathan has over 15 years’ experience in the construction industry and has performed the role of Project Manager and lead Structural Engineer for a broad range of new-build and refurbishment schemes across a wide range of sectors including Education, Defense, Healthcare, Residential, Commercial and Energy.
Prior to founding JP Structural Design Ltd, Jonathan led the structural engineering business in Wales for W.S.Atkins, one of the UK’s largest engineering consultancies. Jon was responsible for the detailed structural design of building projects ranging from local school extensions to multi billion pound infrastructure projects.
Mike
Macdonald
Operations Director
Mike Macdonald ,Operations Director
MEng (hons), CEng MICE, Chartered Civil Structural Engineer and Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers.
Operations Director, Mike has over 10 years’ experience in the construction industry both in the United Kingdom and the Middle East as the lead Structural Engineer for a wide range of new-build and refurbishment schemes within the Education, Defence, Healthcare, Residential, Commercial and Rail sectors. Mike also has extensive experience in temporary works and demolition projects.
Prior to joining JP Structural Design Ltd, Mike was a part of the structural engineering division of W.S. Atkins, one of the UK’s largest engineering consultancies. Mike was responsible for the design of several North Wales school projects and was Structural Lead for Doha Souq Waqif, a three storey subterranean subway station on the Doha Metro Gold Line project in Qatar.
Russell
Hardy
Principal Civil Engineer
Russell Hardy, Principal Civil Engineer
BSc (Hons)
Principal Civil Engineer, Russell has over 20 years’ experience as an Infrastructure Engineer undertaking the design of Drainage, External Works and Highways for a variety of clients in the Industrial, Commercial, Educational, Healthcare and Residential sectors.
Being fully versed with Statutory Agreement processes and Adoption requirements, as well as assured with liaising with the newly formed SABs in Wales, ensures effective & efficient designs are provided. Russell’s career has undertaken all ranges of projects from single private dwellings to being part of the team which delivered the £40m A500 Pathfinder scheme.
Llion
Mortimer
BIM Manager
Llion Mortimer, BIM Manager
BSc (Hons)
With a degree in architectural technology and over 9 years professional experience working as a Civil and Structural technician, Llion has developed an extensive understanding of construction information requirements as well as a keen eye for technical detail.
Llion is very experienced in the use of 3D modelling software such as Revit and Civils 3D and has enthusiastically adopted the standards and processes of Building Information Modelling (BIM), working on several BIM Level 2 projects over recent years and driving BIM implementation on a company-wide level.
Having worked on a variety of new build and renovation projects within the Industrial, Education, Rail and Residential sectors Llion has gained a diverse range of skills and knowledge. These schemes have included multi storey developments as well as smaller domestic projects and renovation work to existing buildings.
Cameron
Nisbet
Structural Engineer
Cameron Nisbet, Structural Engineer
MEng (Hons), GMICE, Structural Engineer and Graduate Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers.
Cameron has over 7 years’ experience in the construction industry both in the United Kingdom and the Middle East as a Structural Engineer for a wide range of new-build, extension and refurbishment projects. Cameron has an in-depth knowledge of complex structural design software including steel frame analysis and leads the Agricultural design division of JPS.
Prior to joining JPS, Cameron worked as a Graduate Engineer for the structural engineering division of W.S.Atkins, one of the UK’s largest engineering consultancies. Whilst at Atkins, Cameron was involved in the design of several Scottish education projects including new-build and refurbishment projects for St Andrews and Edinburgh Universities. Cameron was also heavily involved in multiple major projects including Farringdon Station for Crossrail in London, and Doha Metro Gold Line; a new-build subterranean metro system in Qatar.
Jake
Scott
Assistant Structural Engineer
Jake Scott, Assistant Structural Engineer
MEng (Hons)
Jake graduated from the University of Southampton with at Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and has spent his postgraduate career specialising in the design of building structures.
Jake primarily focusses on the domestic and residential projects and has a keen eye for detail when it comes to the coordination of structural solutions with Architectural information. Jake’s designs deliver robust, efficient structural solutions in steelwork and timber with particular attention paid to steelwork and connection detailing and buildability.
Izaak
Baxter
BIM Technician
Izaak Baxter, BIM Technician
FdEng
BIM Technician, Izaak has 6 years industry experience undertaking the role of Revit technician and Assistant Engineer on a wide range of projects. Izaak has an in-depth knowledge of Revit and 3D visualisations and draws upon his previous experience as a building services technician to ensure designs are fully coordinated and integrated with the M&E and Architectural information.
Lee
Murphy
Principal Structural Engineer
Lee Murphy, Principal Structural Engineer
BEng (Hons), CEng MICE, Chartered Civil Structural Engineer and Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers
Lee is a Chartered Engineer with over 20 years’ industry experience and has performed the role of Lead Engineer and Project Manager for an extensive range of structures projects in consultancies across North Wales and North West England. Schemes include new-build and refurbishment projects across a wide range of sectors including education, health, commercial, heritage, industrial, retail, leisure, rail, stadia, airport terminal buildings and water treatment works.
His many high-profile local projects include HQ Building in Chester; new build, extensions and refurbishments for the University of Liverpool, Civil and Structural Frameworks for Local NHS Trusts and Councils, together with numerous £multi-million retirement living apartment developments for contractors and developers.
James
Richards
Graduate Structural Engineer
James Richards, Graduate Structural Engineer
MEng (Hons)
James joined JPS in 2021 after graduating from the University of Liverpool with a First Class Honours degree in Civil and Structural Engineering. Since joining JPS as a graduate Engineer, James has assisted in the design of residential and commercial properties, including new-builds and renovation projects. James works with the structural team to produce structural surveys, detailed calculations and structural drawings.
Claire
Armitage
Office Manager
Claire Armitage, Office Manager
Claire joined JPS in May 2021 and quickly established herself as an integral part of the team. Claire is responsible for managing the financial administration side of the business including accounting matters, invoicing, payroll and enquiries as well as day-to-day office management and project administration duties.
Prior to joining JPS, Claire has worked as a legal secretary for a National Housebuilder, a High Street Solicitors and was office administrator for Ove Arup & Partners where she first worked with Jonathan.
Jason
Russell
Senior Civil Engineer
Jason Russell, Senior Civil Engineer
Bsc (Hons)
Jason has over 15 years’ experience working in Civil Engineering as a Technician and Civil Engineer for a variety of new build and renovation projects within the Industrial, Health, Education, Rail and Residential sectors. Jason is very experienced in the design and detailing of surface water (SUDS) / foul drainage systems, external works design / detailing / specifications and production of Drainage Strategy and Flood Risk / Consequence Assessment reports.
Jason is very experienced in the use of software packages such as CauseWay Flow, Microdrainage, AutoCAD, Civil3d, AutoTrack, KeyLines and KeySigns and has experience using design standards such as Sewers for Adoption, Manual for Streets, Design Manual for Roads and Bridges and BSEN standards.
Jason was involved in the design of several education projects including new-build and refurbishment projects for the University of Liverpool. Jason was also heavily involved in multiple projects for Betsi Cadwalladr University Health Board including Flint Health Centre, Benllech Health Centre and Llangollen Health Centres.
Kevin
Todd
Principal Technician
Kevin Todd, Principal Technician
Eng Tech, TISTructE
Kevin is a Principal Technician and Project Information Manager with over 24 years’ experience in the design and detailing of civil and structural engineering projects. He has experience in all aspects of construction ranging from small schemes to large, multi-million pound projects working with clients in the Commercial, Industrial, Educational, Utilities and Local Authority sectors.
Kevin is responsible for dealing with drawings at all stages in the design process from preliminary and detailed construction through to as-built, working to BIM standards and procedures for the various projects.
Isaac
Dale
Structural Engineer
Isaac Dale, Structural Engineer
MEng (Hons)
Isaac joined JPS in 2023 with 3 years postgraduate experience following his graduation from the University of Liverpool with a First Class Honours degree in Civil and Structural Engineering. Since joining JPS as an engineer, Isaac has led the design of residential and commercial projects, including new-builds and renovation schemes.
Shay
Bailey
Apprentice Technician
Shay Bailey, Civil Engineering Apprentice Technician
HNC
Shay joined JPS in 2023 as a Technician Apprentice as he continues his Civil Engineering studies at Coleg Cambria. Shay works with the civils team to produce CAD layouts, drainage and highways details and engineering reports
Ffion
Paull
Digital Marketing Manager
Ffion Paull, Digital Marketing Manager
Ffion is responsible for developing and maintaining the JPS brand guidelines and manages our social media platforms. Since joining JPS, Ffion has worked closely with the engineering team to raise the profile of the brand by sharing examples of the varied projects that we’ve successfully delivered for our clients.
Solomon
Beattie
Graduate Structural Engineer
Solomon Beattie, Graduate Structural Engineer
MEng (Hons)
Solomon joined JPS in 2024 after graduating from Liverpool John Moors University with a First-Class Honours degree in Civil and Structural Engineering. Since joining JPS as a graduate Engineer, Solomon has primarily assisted in the design of residential renovation projects. Solomon works with the structural team to produce detailed calculations and structural drawings.
Our Professional Memberships
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Jonathan and his team are simply a pleasure to deal with. We received full support from start to finish, they are professional, quick and effective.
K&K Elite Homes
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I couldn’t have asked for a better Structural Engineer to carry out my project. Everything produced was to the highest standards. I couldn’t recommend them enough.
M Burgess
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Absolutely first class service all round. JPS will be my first call if I need something similar in the future, they completed the whole job in less time than it took others to quote.
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