About Us

Alan founded Alan White Design in 1998, establishing the consultancy as a leading specialist in Temporary Works, Access Engineering, and Structural Design.

A Chartered Civil Engineer with over 45 years of professional experience, Alan graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1972 and achieved Chartered status in 1976. His early career included senior positions within local and central government, gaining extensive experience as a consulting engineer across a broad range of infrastructure projects.

Between 1993 and 2000, Alan served as the National Advisor for Access to Bridges for the Scottish Executive, shaping national policy and technical guidance.

Now semi-retired, Alan continues to contribute his expertise on a part-time basis, maintaining his reputation as one of the foremost authorities in temporary works and access engineering in the UK.

Malachy joined Alan White Design in 2009 as a Design Engineer after graduating from the University of Dundee, becoming a Chartered Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers in 2014. Over the years, he has developed extensive experience across all areas of Temporary Works, Access Engineering, and Structural Design, leading many of the company’s most complex and high-profile projects.

Appointed Managing Director in 2015, Malachy has led the company through growth, diversification, and digital innovation. He is responsible for shaping AWD’s strategic direction, driving business development, and promoting a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and sustainability across the company’s UK and international operations.

Malachy is a published author in Temporary Works Part Two: Further Principles of Design and Construction, contributing a chapter on Temporary and Demountable Structures. From 2019 to 2022, he served as a Director of the Temporary Works Forum (TWf), leading marketing, outreach, and the transition to virtual CPD events.

Emma joined Alan White Design in 2015 as Office Manager, bringing over 10 years of experience in customer management and financial services. Based at the Kilmarnock office, she now serves as Operations Manager, overseeing day-to-day operations and acting as AWD’s primary non-technical decision-maker.

Emma manages company accounts, contracts, and resourcing, ensuring smooth coordination across projects and teams. She maintains Quality and Environmental Management Systems to ISO-accredited standards and serves as the company’s Health & Safety delegate. Emma also contributes to marketing and recruitment, combining organisational skills, commercial insight and a people-focused approach to support AWD’s continued growth.

Liam graduated from Glasgow Caledonian University in 2017 and joined Alan White Design later that year as a Graduate Engineer. A product of AWD’s in-house ICE Accredited Training Scheme, he successfully achieved both Incorporated and Chartered Engineer status through the programme.

Promoted to Principal Engineer in 2025, Liam now serves as the company’s lead technical engineer, providing design leadership and mentoring to the engineering team. He also leads AWD’s environmental initiatives, championing the reduction of carbon within design solutions and promoting sustainable engineering practices.

David graduated from the University of Glasgow in 2009 and spent over a decade as a temporary works engineer with consulting and supplier teams. He joined AWD in January 2022, bringing extensive technical knowledge and management experience.

An Incorporated Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), David is actively working towards Chartered status through AWD’s ICE Accredited Training Scheme. He contributes across Temporary Works, Access Engineering and Structural Design, delivering innovative solutions while mentoring junior engineers and maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

Paul graduated from the University of Strathclyde in 2018 and joined Alan White Design shortly thereafter as a Graduate Engineer. He has developed expertise across Temporary Works, Access Engineering, and Structural Design, contributing to a wide range of UK projects.

Currently enrolled in AWD’s ICE Accredited Training Scheme, Paul is working towards Incorporated Engineer status. He produces detailed drawings, calculations, and design documentation, supporting project teams in delivering technically robust and well-coordinated temporary works solutions.

Ross graduated from the University of the West of Scotland in 2019 and joined Alan White Design in December 2021, bringing over two years of experience as a project engineer with a major UK contractor.

Ross is currently working towards Chartered Engineer status under AWD’s ICE Accredited Training Scheme while contributing to structural design and temporary works projects. He focuses on practical, constructible designs and collaborative project delivery, helping ensure high standards of technical quality and project performance.

Murray joined Alan White Design in May 2022 as an Apprentice Engineer, gaining practical industry experience while completing his Civil Engineering degree at the University of Strathclyde. He will complete his degree in 2026 and transition into a Graduate Engineer role within the business.

At AWD, Murray is developing his skills across Temporary Works, Access Engineering and Structural Design, contributing to project drawings, calculations, and site-based support. His apprenticeship provides a strong foundation in both technical and professional engineering practices, preparing him for a successful career in civil and structural engineering.

Lottie joined Alan White Design in May 2024 as an Apprentice Engineer, combining hands-on industry experience with her Civil Engineering studies at the University of Strathclyde.

Through her role at AWD, Lottie is gaining practical exposure to Temporary Works, Access Engineering, and Structural Design, supporting project teams with drawings, calculations, and site-based learning. Her apprenticeship provides a strong foundation in both technical and professional engineering practices, preparing her for a successful career.