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.