Andrew Harrison, our Director for Structures based in London, has completed registration as a Chartered Engineer (Higher-Risk Buildings), becoming only the eighth registered structural engineer.
Established in 2025 by the Engineering Council, the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence and Commitment Contextualised for Higher-Risk Buildings (UK-SPEC HRB) is a recognised standard for professional engineers working on higher-risk buildings in the UK. As set out in the Building Safety Act, there is a statutory requirement for Accountable Persons to appoint competent individuals to undertake work on Higher-Risk Buildings (HRB). Registration with the UK-SPEC HRB demonstrates competence to work in this environment and commitment to work in a safe and ethical manner.
For structural engineers, registration is administered jointly by IStructE and ICE. The rigorous process requires the demonstration of competence across several areas, covering knowledge, understanding, design, responsibility, management, leadership, communication, and professional commitment. Applicants must be a chartered member of IStructE or ICE with more than five years’ post-chartership experience, satisfy 21 objectives and demonstrate their competence through an experience portfolio, together with a comprehensive interview.
As a chartered structural engineer with nearly 30 years’ experience, Andrew plays a key leadership role in our London structures team. Throughout his career, he has led the delivery of a wide variety of projects, with a particular focus on major urban regeneration schemes incorporating high-rise residential buildings. This includes the transformation of Royal Arsenal Riverside, the redevelopment of the Oval gasworks, and the substantial £1bn Liverpool ONE regeneration.
Commenting on his successful registration, Andrew said: “I’m delighted to have completed the Chartered Engineer (Higher-Risk Buildings) registration process as a demonstration of my experience and competence in this market. This reflects the thorough and safety-focused design approach our team takes on all developments. Having now successfully brought projects through the Gateway 2 Building Safety Regulator review process, and with several projects in the pipeline, this registration will further strengthen our position as engineers of choice, giving peace of mind to clients, building owners and those reviewing and regulating our work.”
To learn more about the support we’re delivering for major residential-led regeneration schemes, click here to visit our dedicated mixed-use and urban regeneration webpage.
