Engineering team reviewing structural plans on Bongshai project site
Professional Services โ€ข Engineering Services

Engineering Services & Structural Design

Bongshai Engineering & Construction provides turnkey engineering services across civil, structural steel, mechanical, and electrical domains. Operating in Bangladesh, our in-house engineering team delivers BNBC 2020-compliant structural designs and oversees execution through a stringent 7-phase EPC&C project workflow.

• Reviewed & Approved by SMA Awal, Chief Engineer, Bongshai Engineering & Construction

What engineering capabilities does Bongshai E&C provide?

BONGSHAI E&C has the resources and domain knowledge to execute any engineering job โ€” including Civil construction, Building construction, Architectural works, Steel structure fabrication and erection, Pre-engineered steel buildings (PEB), Mechanical construction, Electrical system installation, and Electro-mechanical engineering. The company maintains a highly skilled team of graduate engineers, diploma supervisors, certified foremen, and skilled workers capable of executing any complex project, anywhere, under any circumstance.

The engineering division at BONGSHAI E&C operates as the technical backbone of the EPC&C model. Before any project enters the field, the engineering team produces comprehensive structural calculations, code-compliant drawings, material specifications, and method statements. This pre-construction engineering investment significantly reduces on-site rework, protects project schedules, and ensures the final structure meets or exceeds client and regulatory expectations.

All engineering work is performed in strict accordance with BNBC 2020 (Bangladesh National Building Code), AISC 360-22 (for steel structures), ACI 318-19 (for reinforced concrete), and relevant IEC and NFPA standards for electrical and fire safety systems. Where international clients require Eurocode compliance, the team adapts accordingly.

What structural design codes and standards does Bongshai E&C follow?

Every structural engineering deliverable from BONGSHAI E&C is anchored to internationally recognized codes. This ensures that clients receive structures with well-documented safety factors, predictable behavior under design loads, and regulatory acceptance across all government and third-party inspection agencies.

Standard Applicable Discipline Key Parameters
BNBC 2020All structural works in BangladeshSeismic zone analysis, wind load, live/dead load per occupancy type
AISC 360-22Steel structure design (PEB, frames, connections)LRFD/ASD method, beam-column interaction, connection design
ACI 318-19Reinforced concrete (RCC) designFlexural design, shear capacity, footing size, column reinforcement
MBMA 2010Pre-engineered buildingsTapered column-rafter frames, purlin design, girt spacing
IEC 60364Electrical system designLV distribution, cable sizing, earthing systems, switchgear ratings
NFPA 101Fire safety & life safety systemsMeans of egress, fire alarm, sprinkler provisions, exit sign placement

What are the 6 core engineering disciplines offered by Bongshai E&C?

Civil Structural Analysis

Foundation design, pile load calculations, retaining wall analysis, slab design, beam-column frame analysis using STAAD.Pro and manual BNBC 2020 methods. Includes soil bearing capacity review and settlement analysis.

PEB Steel Structure Design

Pre-engineered building design per MBMA 2010 and AISC 360. Tapered primary frames, cold-formed purlins, girts, knee braces, and base plate design. Fabrication drawings issued to BEC's own fabrication workshop.

Electrical System Design

LV and MV power distribution design, cable sizing per IEC 60364, switchgear SLD drawing, earthing and lightning protection design, emergency power (generator & UPS) integration, industrial lighting design for factory floors.

Mechanical Engineering

HVAC duct sizing, cooling load calculations per ASHRAE, plumbing and drainage design, compressed air piping, industrial process pipe routing, pump and fan selection, equipment foundation design, and vibration-damped base frame design for heavy machinery.

AutoCAD 3D & BIM Modeling

2D shop drawings and 3D structural models using AutoCAD, Revit Structure, and Tekla Structures. Clash detection between structural, MEP, and architectural models. As-built drawing updates and final handover documentation packages.

Project Management Engineering

Construction schedule (CPM Gantt), resource leveling, material procurement scheduling, cash flow forecasting, risk register management, weekly progress reporting, and client milestone reporting in line with contract requirements.

How does Bongshai E&C use an Integrated Construction Management System on site?

BONGSHAI E&C maintains a powerful, structured Construction Management System (CMS) that is embedded across every project from Day 1 of mobilization. The CMS is designed to reduce construction time, minimize cost overruns, and deliver higher quality than industry norms. It operates across six integrated modules:

Site Administration

Site office setup, permit management, daily site diary, subcontractor management, and direct client communication. Site manager reports daily to the project manager on progress, constraints, and upcoming activities.

Materials Management

Approved vendor material delivery schedule, inward material inspection (rebar mill cert, cement test, structural steel MTR verification), material storage management, and daily consumption tracking to prevent wastage.

Workforce Management

Daily labor muster roll, productivity tracking by trade (concrete gang, rebar gang, steel erection crew, electrical crew), overtime authorization, safety toolbox talks, and welfare management including PPE issue records.

Equipment Management

Daily equipment utilization log, preventive maintenance scheduling for cranes, excavators, concrete pumps, and batching plants. Breakdown response protocol with spare parts inventory maintained at site store.

Quality Control

ITP (Inspection and Test Plan) hold points at every structural milestone. Concrete cube testing per BS EN 12390, weld inspection per AWS D1.1, bolted connection torque check, rebar coupler test, and dimension check against approved drawings.

Commissioning & Maintenance

Pre-commissioning walk-down, punch list management, system testing (electrical loop checks, plumbing pressure tests, HVAC air balance), mechanical completion certificate, and 12-month defect liability period support with dedicated maintenance team.

Structural engineers and project managers reviewing BIM and CAD plans on site

What are the 7 phases of Bongshai E&C's engineering-to-handover workflow?

From the moment a project is awarded, BONGSHAI E&C activates a structured 7-phase workflow ensuring consistent quality and zero dropped handovers between phases:

1
Engineering & Design โ€” Structural calculations, drawing production, code review, material specification, and method statement preparation.
2
Procurement โ€” Vendor qualification, purchase orders, material sourcing, factory inspection, and delivery scheduling aligned with construction programme.
3
Fabrication โ€” Steel section cutting, welding, shot blasting, and primer painting in workshop. Dimensional inspection against shop drawings before dispatch to site.
4
Site Construction โ€” Foundation works, concrete pours, steel erection, MEP rough-in, architectural works, and on-site QC hold point sign-offs.
5
Testing & Inspection โ€” Concrete cube test results, weld NDT, high-strength bolt torque verification, electrical loop testing, and CCTV/fire alarm point-to-point verification.
6
Pre-Commissioning โ€” System walk-down, punch list generation and close-out, pre-commissioning checklist sign-off, and readiness certificate issued by QC Manager.
7
Handover โ€” As-built drawings, O&M manuals, warranty certificates, spare parts handover, and 12-month defect liability period activation.

What do clients frequently ask about Bongshai E&C's engineering services?

What structural design software does BONGSHAI E&C use?

The engineering team uses STAAD.Pro for structural frame analysis, AutoCAD for 2D drafting, Tekla Structures for 3D steel detailing, and Revit for BIM coordination. Manual calculations are verified against BNBC 2020 and AISC 360 as a cross-check on all critical structural elements.

Can BONGSHAI E&C handle both design and construction?

Yes. BONGSHAI E&C's core strength is its EPC&C model โ€” Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning under one contract. This eliminates the communication gap between designer and builder, resulting in faster delivery and better constructability of the final structure.

Which building codes are followed for construction in Bangladesh?

All BONGSHAI E&C projects in Bangladesh follow BNBC 2020 as the primary code. Steel structures are additionally designed to AISC 360 and MBMA 2010 (for PEB). Concrete works follow ACI 318-19. Electrical works follow IEC 60364 and NFPA 101 for fire safety compliance.