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Richard Jackson Building Consultants Limited

Colchester
RICS Regulated

Since 1976, Richard Jackson has combined high-level engineering with chartered building surveying. Whether you are managing a historic restoration or a major commercial development, we provide the technical precision and local insight required to protect and enhance your investment.

About Richard Jackson Building Consultants Limited

Nearly Five Decades of Engineering Excellence

Founded in 1976, we have evolved from a specialist civil and structural firm into a comprehensive multidisciplinary consultancy. We don't just identify problems; we engineer solutions. Our team bridges the gap between technical engineering and practical building surveying, ensuring every project—from the Old Vicarage to the Cambridge Science Park—is handled with meticulous care.

Why Clients Across the South and East Trust Us

We operate from five strategic hubs in Colchester, London, Cambridge, Norwich, and Bristol. This regional presence allows us to combine national-level expertise with deep local knowledge of ground conditions, planning nuances, and regional architecture.

Key FactDetail
Established1976
Offices5 (Colchester, London, Cambridge, Norwich, Bristol)
Core DisciplinesEngineering & Building Consultancy
SpecialismsHistoric Buildings, Infrastructure, Geotechnics

From Historic Landmarks to Modern Infrastructure

Our portfolio is as diverse as our skill set. We are equally at home managing dilapidations at the Cambridge Science Park as we are conducting specialist surveys on historic buildings or overseeing the Colchester Garrison redevelopment. Our expertise includes:

  • Structural & Civil Engineering: Designing the backbone of your developments.
  • Geotechnical Services: Understanding the ground beneath your feet through intrusive investigations and desk studies.
  • Building Consultancy: Navigating party wall matters, insurance claims, and project management.
  • Pre-planning & Travel Plans: Smoothing the path for new residential and commercial sites with smarter travel solutions.

Led by Experts, Driven by Innovation

Our strength lies in our people. With leaders like Glenn Cattermole heading our Building Consultancy team, we ensure that senior-level expertise is applied to every instruction. We are also committed to the future of the industry, fostering new talent through our engineering apprenticeship programmes—like our recent addition Marcus Brundle in the Geotechnical team—to ensure our technical standards remain at the cutting edge.

"Our reputation is built around delivering a professional service that adds tangible value to our clients' projects, adapting to changing demands since 1976."

Specialist Support for Complex Challenges

Whether you require an Expert Witness for a legal dispute, a detailed Defects Analysis following a fire or flood, or a comprehensive Flood Risk Assessment, we provide the clarity you need. We specialise in "Major & Complex Loss" and have a proven track record in the rail, retail, and health sectors, ensuring that no matter the scale of your property challenge, we have the technical depth to solve it.

Services by Richard Jackson Building Consultants Limited

Structural EngineeringCivil EngineeringBuilding SurveyingGeotechnical EngineeringProject ManagementParty Wall SurveyingDilapidationsExpert WitnessHistoric Building ConsultancyInsurance SurveyingPre-planningBuilding DesignSpecialist SurveysDefects AnalysisFlood Risk AssessmentTravel PlanningDevelopment AppraisalInfrastructure DesignDue DiligenceBuilding Inspections

Service Areas

Available for services in the following postcode sectors:

co4 9

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