4 December 2024 Spotlight on: Michael Webb, Civil Engineering Apprentice In our second feature, we spotlight Michael Webb, another exceptional Civil Engineering Apprentice. Read more
2 December 2024 Spotlight on: Jack Wills, Civil Engineering Apprentice This Thursday we are excited to be attending the 2024 Young Professionals Awards in Birmingham. Read more
15 November 2024 Road Safety Week: A Transport Planner’s Role in Creating Safer Roads As part of Road Safety Week, an initiative championed by Brake, the road safety charity, we take a moment to reflect on the importance of creating safer roads for all users. Read more
7 October 2024 MEC’s Utilities Team Help Allison Homes Secure Land for New Residential Development Read more
23 September 2024 MEC’s Transport Team Helps Secure Planning for McMurray House at Oundle School Read more
3 September 2024 Acoustics Consultant, Harry Johnson, Successfully Completes Sound Insulation Training Course Read more
23 August 2024 Navigating the Evolving ‘National Planning Policy Framework’: MEC’s Perspective Read more
21 August 2024 Acoustics team plays pivotal role in securing planning approval for youth activity centre Read more
16 May 2024 Flood Management Plan Supports Successful Planning Application for Nottingham College Read more
16 April 2024 Innovative Lighting Design Secures Planning Permission for Worcestershire Site Read more
7 February 2024 National Apprenticeship Week Today is National Apprenticeship Week’s ‘Apprentice Wednesday’ Read more
7 February 2024 New Brand Launch We’re excited to launch our new brand identity and company name, MEC Consulting Group! Read more
7 February 2024 MEC OUTLINES VISION FOR GROWTH WITH STRATEGIC APPOINTMENTS AND BRAND REFRESH One of the Midlands’ leading technical consultancies has announced a bold vision for the future by strengthening its board of directors and unveiling a new brand identity. Read more
22 November 2023 MEC Welcomes New Director to Lead the Civil and Structural Engineering Teams MEC, Development Technical Consultants based in Leicester and Brighton are pleased to announce the appointment of Dave Stockton as Director to head up the Civil and Structural Engineering teams. Read more
9 November 2023 "Leicestershire-based Consultancy Secures Recognition as Finalist in Prestigious Consultancy and Engineering Awards" M-EC has earned a spot on the shortlist for Best UK Consultancy (small), a testament to their reputation for tackling intricate engineering challenges. Read more
25 October 2023 M-EC Welcomes a Trio of Exceptional Graduates to Fill Key Positions M-EC is delighted to introduce three dynamic and exceptionally talented graduates who have joined this summer, reaffirming M-EC’s commitment to delivering innovative solutions. Read more
14 September 2023 Our latest newsletter is now available to view! Containing an exciting glimpse into M-EC's recent activities.. Read more
12 September 2023 Co-Founder and Managing Director of M-EC Development Technical Consultants, Sells Stake in Company After 14 Years. M-EC Development Technical Consultants Continues Its Growth Trajectory with Alex Bennett Taking the Helm as Managing Director Read more
6 September 2023 Case Study: Pilot House, Leicester refurbishment M-EC were instructed by RG+P to provide expert structural support, including 2D and 3D drawn information for Pilot House, a historic set of buildings on King Street Leicester. Read more
17 August 2023 M-EC's Expertise Contributes to Terra's Successful Appeal for 40-Unit Affordable Housing Development in Aston, West Oxfordshire M-EC, a leading development technical consultancy, is excited to announce its instrumental support in securing a triumphant Appeal for Terra's 40-unit Affordable Housing development in Aston, West Oxfordshire.... Read more
25 July 2023 Case Study: Bosworth Garden Centre, Irthlingborough Bosworth Garden Company commissioned the M-EC team to provide a comprehensive range of expert technical services for the planning application of a new garden centre off the A6 in Irthlingborough.... Read more
25 July 2023 Case Study: Moorbarns Lane, Lutterworth M-EC was commissioned by ATE Farms Ltd to provide a comprehensive range of technical services aimed at facilitating the planning application for a development project involving 21-holiday homes on farmland located off Moorbarns Lane, Lutterworth... Read more
19 July 2023 Case Study: Richborough Estates - Baldwins Gate, Staffordshire Richborough Estates, commissioned M-EC, to provide comprehensive technical services for an outline planning application to build 200 high-quality homes in the beautiful location of Baldwins Gate, Staffordshire. Read more
18 July 2023 The M-EC lighting team provide a Q&A Insight into the BRE Guidance - Site Layout Planning for Daylight Now almost a year into this new guidance, our team have a wider understanding of the impact they are having on clients and projects in which the team are working on... Read more
13 July 2023 Case Study: L&Q Estates / Pegasus Group, Hinkley Road, Kirby Muxloe M-EC were comissioned by L&Q Estates, working with planners Pegasus Group to conduct comprehensive noise and air assessments for a significant residential development Read more
12 July 2023 M-EC is shortlisted for Engineering Consultancy of the Year at the London Construction Awards The London Construction Awards, known for the leading construction and design awards, celebrate excellence and innovation in the construction industry, recognising outstanding achievements of companies and professionals across a range of categories. Read more
11 July 2023 M-EC’s Utilities Coordinator, Emma Harris, has become a member of The Institute of Engineering and Technology. A Leicestershire-based engineering firm specialising in development technical services, is pleased to announce that their Utilities Coordinator, Emma Harris, has become a member of The Institute of Engineering..... Read more
6 July 2023 Case Study: Orchestra Land, Halstead, Essex Orchestra Land commissioned M-EC to provide a range of technical services for an outline planning application for a 55-dwelling site in Halstead, Essex Read more
4 July 2023 M-EC take part in the 2nd Annual Alex's Wish Football Tournament On Saturday 1st July, Quorn witnessed a display of skill and determination as M-EC's finest, showcased their talents at the 2nd annual Alex's wish football tournament. Read more
28 June 2023 Case Study: Nineteen 47, Home Farm, Whittlebury Nineteen 47 commissioned M-EC to conduct a comprehensive range of multi-disciplinary, pre-planning technical investigations and solutions to fulfil the reserved matters conditions associated with an outline planning application that was submitted in 2017. Read more
24 May 2023 Case Study: Richborough Estates, Launton, Bicester Richborough Estates commissioned M-EC to provide support on various pre-planning technical matters on a 65 home development in Launton. Read more
12 May 2023 An update to ongoing trials regarding the increase in the maximum articulated HGV length from 16.5m to 18.5m The UK government initiated these trials in 2012 with an initial allocation of 1,800 Longer Semi-Trailers (LSTs) over a scheduled trial period of 10 years. Read more
3 May 2023 Case Study: Wain Homes, Banner Lane M-EC was commissioned to provide a range of acoustic technical support for a reserved matters application of a 12-acre, 119-home residential development west of Coventry. Read more
26 April 2023 Case Study: Hickings Lane, Stapleford M-EC were commissioned by Tunstall Smith King Ltd to undertake a Phase I Desk Study and a Phase II Ground Investigations for a proposed leisure development to replace existing playing field facilities. Read more
20 April 2023 Capabilities and benefits of UAV surveys At M-EC, our CAA-certified pilots can rapidly obtain accurate data and detailed measurements in various environments to provide datasets and solutions using our state-of-the-art multi-rotor drone and payload. Read more
11 April 2023 M-EC’s Acoustic Air services enhanced with the addition of SITMA pre-completion sound insulation testing. Leicestershire-based M-EC has invested in a new accreditation for their Acoustic Air department to enhance their capabilities and offering to clients. Read more
31 March 2023 Changes to electricity connection charges from 1st of April 2023 From 1st of April 2023, how electricity connections are charged to the customer will change! Read more
29 March 2023 Case Study: Hallam Land Management, Cotford St Luke, Somerset West & Taunton Hallam Land Commissioned M-EC to provide pre-planning support on various technical matters to support the planning application, which has since received outline planning permission.... Read more
28 March 2023 Case Study: Richborough Estates , Keresley, Coventry Richborough Estates commissioned M-EC to act on various pre-planning technical matters, providing investigations and solutions for two residential planning applications, both of which have since received outline planning permission... Read more
26 March 2023 Case Study: Hallam Land, Kempsey M-EC were instructed to undertake an Air Quality Assessment for a proposed residential development at land to the east of the A38, Kempsey. Read more
21 March 2023 Case Study: Wain Homes, Bordesley Hall M-EC was commissioned to provide a range of multi-disciplinary technical services to support the application for 46 new homes on the historic grounds of Bordesley Hall in Bromsgrove. The application included restoring.... Read more
10 March 2023 Case Study: Hayfield Homes, Gotherington Hayfield Homes commissioned M-EC to support various technical elements for a Reserved Matters Planning application on a 50-home development... Read more
9 March 2023 M-EC is announced as a finalist in the RESI 2023 Awards held by Property Week. Leicester-based M-EC has been announced as a finalist in the ‘Consultancy Practice of the Year’ category following their submission earlier this year. Read more
23 February 2023 CIRIA guide to using SuDS to reduce phosphorous in surface water run off. CIRIA recently issued a guide on using SuDS to reduce phosphorus in surface water, which provides a good practice guide.... Read more
21 February 2023 Case Study: Byker Key Club, Newcastle upon Tyne G Leisure Group commissioned M-EC to produce a daylight and sunlight assessment for converting a three-storey existing public house Read more
17 February 2023 Mayor of London's, London Plan Guidance on Air Quality Neutral Assessment A new version of the Mayor of London’s, London Plan Guidance on Air Quality Neutral Assessment has recently been released.... Read more
10 February 2023 Case Study: Frisby Primary School, Leicester M-EC were commissioned by Leicestershire County Council to undertake a Phase I Desk Study and Soil Infiltration Rate Testing for a proposed extension to Frisby Primary School... Read more
8 February 2023 This apprenticeships week, M-EC highlight careers and apprenticeships within the engineering sector. As cities grow and plans get approved, there is a higher demand than ever for engineers. With a continual increase in skills shortage throughout the engineering industry, this apprentice week, M-EC is keen to highlight apprenticeships within.... Read more
2 February 2023 Case Study: Angel Drove, Ely M-EC were instructed to provide pre-planning expertise on various technical matters for a 12.6-hectare mixed-use development.... Read more
1 February 2023 Case Study: Opus Lane LLP - Warwick Opus Land LLP commissioned M-EC to undertake an air quality assessment for a proposed development comprising a hotel and car dealership. Read more
31 January 2023 Lighting - Let's talk about planning conditions For many years M-EC has been supporting clients in achieving planning, both by preparing lighting assessments and designs for planning and helping with the discharge of conditions. Over the previous year our lighting team have seen..... Read more
25 January 2023 Case Study: Eastern Annex, Leicester Leicestershire County Council commissioned M-EC to provide a complete suite of data for the proposed works to expand their eastern annex building... Read more
18 January 2023 The Importance of Accreditations and Memberships Working as a consultancy that provides in-depth technical advice and solutions, we believe it is essential to provide our clients with the confidence that not only are our team trained professionals..... Read more
12 January 2023 Review for implementation of Schedule 3 to The Flood and Water Management Act 2010 Following the publishing of the "review for implementation of Schedule 3 to The Flood and Water Management Act 2010” earlier this week, our flood risk and drainage experts have deciphered what this means for both us as a consultancy and our clients Read more
1 January 2023 Case Study: Wain Homes, The Green, Shirley M-EC was commissioned to undertake an Acoustics and qualitative Overheating Assessment for a proposed residential development... Read more
20 December 2022 Our 2022 Newsletter is now available to view! Sharing highlights of 2022 projects, industry updates and staff achievements! Read more
29 November 2022 The M-EC Acoustic Air team provide a Q&A Insight into the recently enacted Approved Document O Changes Following the new building regulation: Approved Document O, being enacted as of June 2022, Our Acoustic Air team supported clients by providing CPD Sessions to give an overview of the changes and help clients navigate this. Read more
29 September 2022 M-EC provides technical expertise for a hybrid scheme in Boston, Lincolnshire M-EC have supported Residential Land Specialist, Terra with technical expertise to deliver a 27.3-acre hybrid scheme. Read more
23 September 2022 M-EC Welcomes a trio of new apprentices Leicestershire-based Technical development consultant has welcomed this year’s intake of apprentices following the successful re-launch of the apprenticeship scheme earlier this year, post-pandemic. Read more
3 August 2022 Services enhanced after Leicestershire-based firm invest in new software M-EC, one of the UK’s leading technical consultants, has invested in new equipment for two disciplines after securing a grant from ERDF to part-fund new software. Read more
4 July 2022 M-EC continues their ‘earn and learn’ commitment by joining The 5% Club M-EC, a development technical consultant based in Leicestershire, have showcased their commitment to developing its people by joining The 5% Club Read more
30 June 2022 M-EC utilities team discuss new changes to Building Regulations With Part L and S now enacted; the M-EC utilities team look at how this may affect clients going forward. Read more
8 June 2022 Peak rainfall climate change allowances have been updated The peak rainfall allowances are now split by Management Catchment and can go up to 50% in some parts of the country. Read more
27 May 2022 M-EC launches CPD Training Sessions to Prepare for New Building Regulations With Approved Document O coming into effect next month, M-EC is offering construction professionals an overview of the changes to residential properties Read more
19 May 2022 M-EC supports 750 scheme development in Lichfield M-EC have supported Strategic Land Promoter IM Land with technical expertise to deliver a 100-acre scheme to the new homes market. Read more
6 May 2022 M-EC Helps Leicester Riders to Engineer a Winning Development Plan Leading development technical consultants, M-EC, has supported the Leicester Riders basketball team in submitting successful plans for an extension to Morningside Arena Read more
22 April 2022 M-EC bolsters geomatics division to meet demand Due to continued client demand, M-EC has strengthened its geomatics department by adding two new staff members and investing in industry-leading surveying equipment. Read more
11 February 2022 M-EC helps to ‘Build the Future’ with its 2022 Apprenticeship Programme Leicestershire based technical development consultant, M-EC, is marking National Apprenticeship Week 2022 by launching its latest apprenticeship scheme with new trainee opportunities. Read more
7 January 2022 M-EC Appointed to Trio of Local Authority Projects M-EC, a leading firm of technical development consultants has been appointed to provide expert advice on a trio of local authority infrastructure projects in Leicestershire. The projects involve three of the company’s specialist departments. Read more
16 December 2021 Anglian Water Appoints M-EC to Landmark Infrastructure Programme M-EC has been appointed by Anglian Water to work on one of the largest strategic infrastructure programmes currently taking place in the UK. Read more
23 November 2021 Leicestershire County Cricket Club and M-EC Forge Decade Long Partnership Leicestershire County Cricket Club (LCCC) has announced that M-EC will be an Official Partner of the club for the 2022 season. The new sponsorship agreement marks a decade of collaboration between the two organisations. Read more
19 October 2021 M-EC Welcomes five new members of staff M-EC, one of the UK’s leading development technical consultants, is pleased to announce that it has recruited five new members of staff. Read more