Our Structural & Civil Engineering team delivers clear and practical solutions for buildings and infrastructure. We combine technical expertise with an understanding of how construction really works to support projects across commercial, residential, and mixed-use sectors.
We don’t believe in standard solutions. Our civil and structural engineers look beyond convention to find practical ways to meet the realities of construction. We draw on deep technical knowledge and a clear understanding of how projects evolve, supporting developments of all sizes across the commercial, residential, and mixed-use sectors.
We work closely with our clients, architects, surveyors, and contractors to make sure every structure remains practical and coordinated. Because projects are rarely static, we keep communication open, welcoming feedback and adjusting designs as conditions shift to stay aligned with what happens on site.
Our experience in civil and structural design covers everything from large-scale redevelopment and high-rise design to Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and highway design. Whatever the brief, our goal is simple: to bring clarity to complex challenges and deliver robust solutions that add lasting value to the places we help to shape.
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Associate Structural Engineer
Associate Structural Engineer
Associate Civil Engineer
Partner
Richard is a Partner at Barker and leads the Architecture Department. He is dual-qualified as a chartered architect and professionally certified project manager with over twenty-five years’ experience in the public and private sectors.
A diverse portfolio of completed projects includes new school buildings, visitor centres, courthouses, commercial offices, and a variety of residential and mixed-use projects both in the UK and overseas. Richard led the development and managed Staffordshire County Council’s first strategic construction partnership after several years of leading an architectural team and has a broad knowledge of construction procurement.
Email: rpaynter@barker-associates.co.uk
Tel: 01279 648086
Partner
Gareth joined Barker in 2024, based in our Essex head office.
He is a Chartered Civil Engineer with more than 20 years of experience in Civil Engineering solutions & has led both Civil & Structural Engineering teams on projects from conception to project delivery, with values exceeding a billion pounds both nationally and internationally.
He holds a deep understanding of Infrastructure Engineering, focused on a value-led design ethos to complex situations, which has allowed the positive integration of infrastructure into coordinated design masterplans across all sectors.
Email: garethwebber@barker-associates.co.uk
Tel: 01279 701 984
Associate Structural Engineer
Daniel joined Barker in 2019 as a Structural Engineer and was appointed as an Associate to provide support and develop Barker’s Structural Engineering services.
Daniel has over 22 years of experience on projects in the residential, commercial, and education sectors providing a wide range of engineering solutions on new build, refurbishment, and remodelling projects.
Email: dclaydon@barker-associates.co.uk
Tel: 01279 648076
Associate Structural Engineer
Neil is an experienced Structural Engineer with over 16 years working as a Consulting Engineer in the construction industry.
He has a proven track record of leading and delivering projects ranging from bespoke housing to large, complex residential and commercial projects, providing cost-efficient solutions and ensuring project delivery is on programme and within budget.
Associate Civil Engineer
Andrew joined Barker in 2024 as a Senior Civil Engineer based at our Head Office in Braintree, working within the Structural & Civil Engineering Team. He brings a wealth of experience in the residential sector, with a strong track record of delivering complex infrastructure and drainage solutions on large-scale regeneration projects.
He has played a pivotal role in major residential schemes valued at up to £1 billion, consistently delivering practical, cost-effective designs that support programme certainty and align with planning requirements. He is recognised for his collaborative mindset and unwavering commitment to engineering excellence.
Our experience and vision have shaped hundreds of projects across sectors, from energy and funding to architecture and design, helping bring ideas to life.
