Structural engineers in Uganda help plan and design the load-bearing systems of buildings, bridges and other structures. Their work involves assessing how foundations, columns, beams, slabs and other structural elements will perform under the loads and conditions relevant to a project.
Whether you are developing apartments, constructing a warehouse or planning alterations to an existing building, a structural engineering appointment should match the project’s technical requirements.
This list features firms that advertise structural engineering services in Uganda. It is a directory rather than a ranking. Before appointing a firm, verify the responsible engineer’s registration, relevant experience and agreed scope of work.
1. MBW Consulting Limited
MBW Consulting Limited is a multidisciplinary consultancy with civil and structural engineering expertise. Its published team profiles describe experience in structural design, bridge design and appraisal, construction supervision and project management.
The firm also offers materials and geotechnical investigations, architectural design, surveying and environmental studies. These related disciplines can support projects requiring coordination between ground investigations, building design and infrastructure.
Relevant service areas:
- Civil and structural engineering.
- Bridge design and appraisal.
- Construction supervision.
- Materials and geotechnical investigations.
- Project management.
Location: Plot 107, Kira Road, Kamwokya, Kampala.
Telephone: +256 393 740800 / +256 701 740800.
Ask which structural engineer will lead the assignment and whether site investigations and construction inspections are included in the proposal.
2. Armstrong Consulting Engineers
Armstrong Consulting Engineers is a civil and structural engineering consultancy serving Uganda and the wider Eastern African region.
Its published structural engineering services include structural planning, design and construction supervision of buildings. The firm also offers geotechnical and civil engineering services and project management.
Its website presents a portfolio that includes apartment, hotel, office and data-centre developments. Clients should request details of the firm’s specific role on projects comparable to their own.
Relevant service areas:
- Structural planning and design.
- Building construction supervision.
- Civil engineering.
- Geotechnical engineering.
- Project management.
Location: Plot 10299, Block 383–391, Kitende, Wakiso District.
Telephone: +256 414 505621.
For developments involving several consultants, clarify who coordinates the structural, architectural and building-services information.
3. Professional Engineering Consultants Limited
Professional Engineering Consultants Limited, commonly known as PEC, was established in Uganda in 2008.
The firm advertises structural analysis, design and construction supervision for building and bridge projects. Its wider services include transportation engineering, surveying, geotechnical investigations and construction-material testing.
Its published structural portfolio includes institutional and healthcare-related assignments, as well as design review and supervision work.
Relevant service areas:
- Structural analysis and design.
- Building and bridge engineering.
- Construction supervision.
- Design review.
- Geotechnical and materials investigations.
Country of operation: Uganda.
When requesting a quotation, distinguish between a new structural design, a review of another consultant’s design and supervision of ongoing construction.
4. FBW Uganda Limited
FBW Uganda Limited is part of FBW Group, a consultancy offering architecture, structural engineering, civil engineering and building-services engineering.
The firm’s integrated approach allows clients to enquire about several design disciplines within one appointment. Its published services also include project management and technical support for international project partners.
For buildings with complex services or architectural requirements, clear coordination between disciplines is an important part of the appointment.
Relevant service areas:
- Structural engineering.
- Civil engineering.
- Architectural design.
- Mechanical, electrical and plumbing engineering.
- Project management.
Location: Kampala, Uganda.
Telephone: +256 393 260138 / +256 200 960138.
Request a breakdown showing which services are included, which specialists will undertake them and how design changes will be managed.
5. Technology Consults Limited — TECO
Technology Consults Limited, known as TECO, is a multidisciplinary engineering and architectural consultancy established in 1992.
Based at Makerere University’s College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology, the firm advertises structural analysis, design and consultancy for buildings, bridges and infrastructure.
Its broader offering includes construction supervision, residential design and other engineering disciplines. Published assignments include institutional building design, design review and supervision.
Relevant service areas:
- Structural analysis and design.
- Building and infrastructure consultancy.
- Construction supervision.
- Architectural and engineering coordination.
- Design review and tender documentation.
Location: CEDAT, Makerere University, Kampala.
For an institutional project, ask for relevant references and establish whether the appointment covers design, procurement documentation and construction-stage services.
6. Strucon Limited
Strucon Limited advertises structural and civil engineering services and states that it was incorporated in Uganda in 2013.
Its structural service description covers low-rise and high-rise structures using reinforced concrete, masonry, structural steel and timber. Published project categories include offices, residential buildings, institutions, warehouses, factories and water-retaining structures.
The firm also lists bridges, culverts and drainage structures within its structural work.
Relevant service areas:
- Structural design for buildings.
- Reinforced concrete, steel, masonry and timber structures.
- Warehouses and industrial facilities.
- Water-retaining structures.
- Bridges, culverts and drainage structures.
Location: Plot 26, Kimera Close, Naguru, Kampala.
Ask for experience with the structural material and building type proposed for your project.
7. Proman Consult
Proman Consult is an engineering and project management consultancy established in 2001.
The firm describes itself as an independent civil and structural engineering consultancy without commercial, contracting or manufacturing interests. Its published services include project management, technical assistance, project appraisal and construction supervision.
Clients seeking an advisory appointment separate from the building contractor can discuss the firm’s role and reporting arrangements.
Relevant service areas:
- Civil and structural engineering consultancy.
- Project appraisal.
- Technical assistance.
- Construction supervision.
- Project management.
Base: Uganda.
Before appointment, agree on the required reports, inspection arrangements and procedures for addressing design or construction queries.
8. ZWE Consulting Limited
ZWE Consulting Limited is a multidisciplinary consultancy established in 2014. Its published offering includes civil and structural engineering alongside architecture, quantity surveying, land surveying, GIS and environmental services.
The company also lists project and contract management and construction supervision.
Its range of disciplines may be relevant to clients developing a site that requires coordinated building, infrastructure and land-development services.
Relevant service areas:
- Civil and structural engineering.
- Architectural services.
- Construction supervision.
- Project and contract management.
- Surveying and quantity surveying.
Location: Second Floor, NOSEP House, Plot 104, Semawata Road, Ntinda.
Telephone: +256 392 178690 / +256 787 043336.
Request a proposal that identifies the structural design deliverables and the engineer responsible for them.
9. Athwax Consultants Limited
Athwax Consultants Limited offers multidisciplinary engineering consultancy for buildings and infrastructure.
Its published structural services include reinforced concrete and steel design, detailed drawings, schedules and coordinated construction documentation. It also advertises geotechnical investigations, materials engineering, construction supervision and contract administration.
The firm’s stated approach connects site investigations with engineering design and construction documentation.
Relevant service areas:
- Structural design for buildings and infrastructure.
- Reinforced concrete and steel design.
- Detailed drawings and schedules.
- Geotechnical investigations.
- Construction supervision and contract administration.
Base: Uganda.
Clarify whether ground investigations and laboratory testing are included in the structural engineering fee or commissioned separately.
10. PL Structural & Consultancy (U) Limited
PL Structural & Consultancy (U) Limited advertises engineering, construction and technical consultancy services.
Its published capabilities include structural design and analysis, building supervision, bridges, culverts, concrete works and steel works. The company also lists water engineering, environmental consultancy and construction-material testing.
Because its offering includes both consultancy and construction, clients should clearly establish the nature of the appointment.
Relevant service areas:
- Structural engineering design and analysis.
- Building supervision.
- Concrete and steel works.
- Bridge and culvert works.
- Project management and materials testing.
Location: Kampala, Uganda.
Telephone: +256 769 364124.
Confirm whether you are commissioning independent design consultancy, construction services or a combined arrangement.
What Services Do Structural Engineers Provide?
The exact services depend on the project and appointment. A structural engineer may support a new development, assess an existing building or review a proposed alteration.
| Project requirement | Service to discuss |
|---|---|
| New building | Structural analysis, calculations, drawings and specifications |
| Foundation design | Coordination with geotechnical investigations and recommendations |
| Warehouse or industrial building | Structural framing, equipment loads and relevant specialist requirements |
| Existing-building alteration | Assessment of the existing structure and proposed changes |
| Construction-stage support | Inspections, responses to technical queries and review of proposed changes |
| Independent review | Examination of structural calculations, drawings and design assumptions |
A design-only fee should not be assumed to include regular site inspections or an assessment of existing structures.
How to Choose a Structural Engineer in Uganda
Verify the responsible engineer
Ask for the name and registration details of the engineer who will take responsibility for the work. Check those details with the Engineers Registration Board.
A company profile is useful background information, but it does not replace verification of the professional assigned to your project.
Look for relevant experience
Experience should match the assignment. A residential building, a long-span warehouse, a bridge and an elevated water tank involve different design considerations.
Request examples of similar work and clarify the proposed engineer’s role in those projects.
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Agree on design information and investigations
Ask what information the engineer needs before beginning. This may include architectural drawings, site surveys, geotechnical information, existing-building records and details of the proposed use.
Where information is missing, agree on how it will be obtained and who will pay for it.
Define the deliverables
Your appointment should identify the calculations, drawings, specifications, reports and inspections included.
It should also explain how revisions, contractor queries and changes during construction will be handled.
Compare equivalent proposals
Compare fees against the same scope. A proposal covering calculations and drawings only is different from one that includes investigations, site visits and construction-stage reporting.
How Much Do Structural Engineers Charge in Uganda?
There is no single fee suitable for every structural engineering project. Costs depend on the technical work, available information and level of involvement required.
Factors affecting a quotation include:
- Building size and structural complexity.
- Whether the work involves a new structure or an existing building.
- Required investigations and testing.
- Design reviews and revisions.
- Construction duration.
- Number of inspections and reports.
- Travel and specialist consultancy costs.
Request an itemised proposal stating whether taxes, investigations, testing and site attendance are included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a structural engineer the same as an architect?
No. An architect develops the building’s overall design, layout and use. A structural engineer designs and assesses its load-bearing systems. Their work needs to be coordinated.
Can a structural engineer assess an existing building?
Yes, some firms offer existing-structure assessments. Confirm that the provider has relevant experience and ask what inspections, records or tests may be needed.
Should I consult an engineer before adding another floor?
Yes. The existing foundations and structural elements need assessment against the proposed additional loads. An existing building should not be assumed capable of supporting another floor.
Do structural engineers supervise construction?
Some appointments include inspections or supervision. The extent depends on the agreement. Periodic site visits are different from continuous on-site supervision.
Can Kampala-based firms work elsewhere in Uganda?
Many firms undertake assignments outside Kampala, but availability varies. Confirm travel costs, inspection arrangements and response times for your project location.
Editorial research notes — outside the article
- MBW, Armstrong and PEC publish the structural engineering capabilities and related services summarised in their entries. MBW Consulting Ltd
- FBW, TECO and Strucon describe their structural engineering offerings and Uganda presence in their company materials. Architects & Engineers
- Proman, ZWE, Athwax and PL Structural publish the service descriptions used above. These descriptions are not independent assessments of their work. Proman Consult
- The Engineers Registration Board publishes an engineer register. Registration of individual professionals listed by these firms has not been independently checked for this article.
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