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engineering design
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Salvis provides a full range of building engineering technical services, including site surveys and assessments of existing installations through to detailed mechanical and electrical design for new service systems, for clients across the UK.
Salvis are experienced in providing design solutions for new build developments, refurbishment and extension schemes, condition and lifecycle plant replacement works, and energy efficiency and decarbonisation projects across both the public and private sectors nationwide.
Mechanical
- Space Heating and Cooling
- Natural, Mechanical, and Hybrid Ventilation
- Domestic Water Services
- Above Ground Drainage
- Building Management Systems (BMS) & Automatic Controls
Electrical
- Low Voltage Power Distribution
- General & Emergency Lighting
- Fire & Security Systems
- Data & Communications
- Onsite Renewable Energy Generation
Data-Driven Design
- Building Thermal Modelling
- Heating & Cooling Demand Profiling
- Overheating Simulations
- Building Regulations Compliance Modelling
- Thermal Imaging
Project Management
- Contractor Procurement
- Contract Setup and Administration
- Principal Designer Duties under CDM Regulations
- Project Cost Monitoring
- Site Supervision and Quality Control
Frequently asked questions
Why do I need an engineering design consultant rather than leaving it to the contractor?
Engaging a design consultant early means your building services are designed around performance, efficiency, and compliance from the outset, not just installed to meet a budget. Contractors typically design to deliver what's specified, but if the specification is incomplete or based on outdated assumptions, you end up with systems that cost more to run, don't meet current regulations, or need replacing sooner than expected. An independent consultant ensures the design is right before it goes to tender, giving you better control over quality, cost, and long-term performance.
What's the difference between a standard site survey and your data-driven design approach?
A traditional site survey gives you a snapshot of what's installed. Our data-driven approach goes further. We use tools like IES thermal modelling, thermal imaging, and electrical load monitoring to understand how your building actually performs in real time. This means we can identify hidden inefficiencies, right-size replacement systems accurately, and build a business case backed by real data rather than assumptions. It's the difference between guessing what your building needs and knowing.
At what stage of a project should I bring in Salvis?
We recommend bringing Salvis in early, at the design stage. The biggest cost savings and performance gains come from getting the engineering right at feasibility, before planning is locked in and before contractors are appointed. Getting involved early means we can shape the heating strategy, roof design for solar PV, electrical infrastructure, and compliance approach while changes are still simple and cheap. The later we're brought in, the more constrained the options become, and the more expensive any redesign will be.