Tunnel Inspection
Comprehensive tunnel inspections using advanced digital techniques to assess structural condition, identify defects, and provide prioritised maintenance recommendations in line with UK standards.
Decades of Specialist Underground Expertise
Tunnel Engineering Ltd offers specialist geotechnical and tunnel engineering consultancy services from concept design to construction and project completion. Our engineers develop original, resilient engineering-led solutions for complex underground and infrastructure challenges with uncompromising attention to safety.
With extensive industry experience we support clients through the planning and construction of underground structures, offering practical and innovative solutions across metro rail, road, hydro, energy and industrial sectors. We deliver value through sound engineering, commercial insight and robust project delivery.
Specialised consultancy in tunnel design, geotechnical assessment, and underground construction management.
Our Services
Integrated support across every project stage — from concept and design through construction, inspection and asset lifecycle planning.
Construction and Project Management
Expert construction support services including constructability and peer reviews, contract and risk management, value engineering, and specialist advice on construction methods, ground-related contractual issues, and project delivery.
Rock Tunnelling
Specialist rock tunnelling consultancy covering feasibility, methodology, drill-and-blast and cavern construction, with expert advice on rock support and construction optimisation from design through delivery.
Structural Assessment
Structural assessments and load analysis for tunnels, bridges, buildings, and retaining walls, using FEM and inspections to evaluate integrity, assess risk, and recommend repair or strengthening options in line with engineering standards.
Soft Ground Tunnelling
Expert soft-ground tunnelling support, including constructability reviews, SCL and TBM method advice, and specialist guidance on soft-ground construction techniques throughout project delivery.
Shaft Construction
Specialist shaft construction consultancy providing constructability reviews and technical guidance on caisson sinking, SCL, diaphragm and secant walls, piling, raise boring, and ground treatment options from design through execution.
Drill and Blast Method
Specialist drill-and-blast design and optimisation services for tunnels, shafts, and excavations, providing support on vibration control, urban blasting, and environmentally sensitive operations throughout the project lifecycle.
Engineering and Design Management
Engineering and design management services for underground projects, delivering concept and detailed design reviews, value engineering, sustainability integration, and peer review throughout the design and construction lifecycle
Civil Engineering Design
We deliver robust and innovative civil engineering design solutions for infrastructure projects. Our expertise encompasses all stages from concept to detailed design, ensuring technical excellence, compliance with standards, and buildability for a wide range of permanent works.
Temporary Works Design and Consultancy
Our temporary works design and consultancy service ensures that all temporary structures, from falsework and scaffolding to complex support systems, are designed with safety and efficiency as paramount priorities. We provide full design approval and site support in accordance with BS 5975. BS 5975.
Construction Advice
Expert soft-ground tunnelling support, including constructability We offer authoritative construction advice to contractors, providing practical solutions to on-site challenges. Our support includes method statement reviews, troubleshooting ground-related issues, and ensuring that construction methodologies are both safe and commercially viable.soft-ground construction techniques throughout project delivery.
Design and Planning Advice
Our integrated design and planning advice service helps clients navigate the critical early stages of projects. We focus on optimising designs for programme certainty, cost-effectiveness, and seamless integration between temporary and permanent works, de-risking project delivery.
Embedded Support Throughout Your Programme
We partner with contractors, designers and asset owners to deliver tunnel projects safely, efficiently and sustainably. Our team brings hands-on expertise gained from delivering large-diameter tunnels, shafts and underground caverns for transport, energy and water infrastructure.
- Strategic advisory for project set-up and procurement
- Target value design and constructability reviews
- On-site tunnel agents, CREs and Temporary Works Coordinators
- Risk, programme and cost optimisation focused on delivery outcomes
Our Clients
Trusted by leading contractors, utilities and infrastructure owners to tackle pioneering underground works.
Why Choose Us?
We combine design excellence, construction know-how and a collaborative approach that keeps programmes on track. Our consultants deliver smart, buildable designs backed by decisive site support, ensuring tunnel projects stay safe, productive and commercially robust from concept to completion.
Ready to Tackle Your Next Underground Challenge?
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