Airport Concessions
MJ Consulting Engineers provide structural design for airside retail units, hospitality fit-outs, and branded installations across the UK’s major airports.
Engineering That Fits the Airport Environment
Airport fit-outs are fast-paced, heavily regulated, and spatially constrained. MJC provides structural engineering for concessions, F&B units, and retail builds within terminal environments - from initial strip-out to final sign-off.
We work with contractors, architects, and retail brands to deliver structural solutions that respond to live airport conditions, strict technical standards, and immovable deadlines.
Working Safely in Live Terminals
MJC works around live operations and complex access conditions - understanding that safety, speed, and clarity are non-negotiable. We respond quickly, coordinate well, and keep structural design practical and compliant at every stage.
Our Services:
Structural Design for Retail Fit-Outs: Design and calculations for partition walls, ceilings, raised floors, display units, signage supports, and mezzanines.
Coordination with Airport Standards: Structural work designed in line with airport operator requirements, landlord packs, and CDM responsibilities.
Strip-Out & Structural Alteration Advice: Engineering input for slab penetrations, removal of redundant structural elements, or load redistribution in reconfigured units.
Site Surveys & Technical Reports: Condition inspections, structural assessments and documentation required for landlord approval and building control.
Fast-Track Design & Turnaround: Responsive engineering support that matches the pace of airside construction - from concept design to final handover.
Where we've worked
MJC have successfully delivered projects at:
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London Heathrow
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London Gatwick
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Birmingham Airport
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Manchester Airport
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Liverpool John Lennon Airport
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Stansted Airport
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Leeds Bradford Airport
We understand the workflows, logistics and approval structures that define these environments - and design accordingly.
Specialist Structural Engineers for the UK’s Live Entertainment Sector
From listed theatres and music venues to airport concessions and temporary event structures, MJC delivers structural engineering that supports performance, safety, and creativity.
Established for over two decades
MJC was founded in the mid-90s by Mike Jackson. Mike quickly built a reputation as the ‘go to guy’ for theatre renovations, show signage applications and stage and grid work.
MJC's Growth
Mike's in-depth understanding of UK venues and their structural capabilities, and the increasing demands new shows made on this infrastructure, enabled him to quickly build up the business based on word of mouth recommendation alone.
Expanding our expertise
Since then, the business has grown significantly, expanding to include project managers, structural engineers, and surveyors - each benefiting from Mike’s extensive industry knowledge and experience.
MJC's Client-Centric Approach
Now working alongside Tom Jeffcoat, Daniel Staines, and Pedro Barata, Mike remains a key part of the Manchester team, which delivers specialist structural engineering services to the live events, theatre, and airport retail sectors across the UK.
LIVE EveNTS
STAGE DESIGN
Working in theatres and live venues means there’s no room for error - and that’s where MJC stands out. We’re known in the industry for being calm under pressure, clear on site, and dependable from first sketch to final sign-off. It’s why so many production teams come back to us.
Tom Jeffcoat
Structural Engineer, MJ Consulting Engineers
Yes - with offices in London and Manchester and a network of experienced engineers, we deliver structural engineering solutions for theatres and performance venues throughout the UK.
Absolutely; heritage venues are a core part of our expertise. We balance preservation requirements with structural upgrades to support modern rigging, lighting, and performance demands.
Yes - from temporary structures and roof trims to signage and production rigging, we engineer solutions that deliver safety, compliance, and speed for live show environments .
Extensive - we've completed projects at Heathrow T2, T5, Gatwick, Birmingham Airport and Liverpool John Moore Airport, delivering bespoke structural designs that meet tight schedules and live-site requirements .
Yes - we perform ceiling void, roof, rigging point, and structural inspections to assess condition and readiness for production use or fit-out modifications .
Our teams are accustomed to fast-paced schedules. We’re regularly brought into projects during show rehearsals or airport closures - and we deliver reliable structural solutions under time pressure.
We work closely with architects, venue owners, contractors, production teams, and heritage bodies to ensure structural integrity, adherence to regulations, and build-ready details.
Yes, typically within 5 working days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about working with MJC - how we work, where we work, and what we deliver.
Structural Support That Performs On Stage and On Site
From listed theatres and concert halls to airport concessions and live venues, we bring practical structural engineering to complex environments. Whether you're planning a refurbishment, fitting out a retail unit, or navigating venue constraints, we’ll help you make it buildable - and make it happen.