54° North Consulting

Independent Engineering Support.

Helping clients establish the facts, define the right project and make informed decisions before money is committed.

01

Understand

Build a reliable picture.

Good decisions depend on good information. We help clients understand their buildings, systems, assets, condition and risk.

Asset Capture & Verification

Structured asset information to support maintenance, compliance, lifecycle planning and CAFM development.

Mechanical & Electrical Surveys

Clear assessments of existing systems, their condition and the issues that need attention.

Condition & Lifecycle Assessments

Evidence-led priorities based on condition, criticality, expected life and operational impact.

Technical Due Diligence

Independent review before acquisition, investment, refurbishment or major change.

Engineering & Compliance Reviews

A practical view of technical risk, statutory obligations, gaps and proportionate next steps.

02

Plan

Turn information into a deliverable project.

We support the pre-construction process from the first conversation through to procurement, helping clients define requirements, test options and prepare clear technical information.

Project Brief Development

Turning operational needs, stakeholder requirements and project objectives into a clear client brief.

Feasibility Studies & Options Appraisals

Comparing technical solutions, costs, risks, carbon impacts and operational consequences.

Budget, Programme & Phasing Advice

Developing realistic allowances and delivery strategies around live buildings and operational constraints.

Technical Specifications & Scopes

Clear, proportionate documents that define the requirement and improve tender quality.

Procurement & Tender Support

Procurement advice, tender preparation, technical evaluations, clarifications and contractor interviews.

Design, Buildability & Maintainability Reviews

Independent challenge to make sure proposals can be built, operated and maintained effectively.

Risk & Operational Continuity Planning

Identifying project risks early and planning how essential services will be protected during delivery.

Decarbonisation & Lifecycle Planning

Phased investment plans shaped by existing assets, operational priorities and long-term estate needs.

Value before construction

The quality of the first decisions shapes everything that follows.

Early clarity improves briefs, reduces uncertainty and gives clients a stronger basis for procurement and delivery.

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