Expanding Horizons for
UK & US
Engineering Consultancies

Expanding Horizons
for UK & US Engineering Consultancies
Who we are

Your End-to-End Growth Partner

Ascendia Expansion Solutions helps small and mid-sized UK and US Civil Engineering Consultancies scale efficiently, reduce costs, and improve margins through specialist consultancy support and dedicated design teams.

We provide a seamless pathway to establishing and managing design and engineering support teams in India — without the complexities. From hiring top-tier engineers to handling compliance, payroll, and day-to-day management, we ensure your offshore expansion is smooth, cost-effective, and fully optimised for long-term success.

Our Offerings
  • Turnkey Solutions – End-to-end Setup and Management of Dedicated Design Teams, customised to your business needs.

  • Consultancy Expertise in Structural, Geotechnical & Highway Engineering – Access our in-house engineering capabilities for both project-based work and dedicated support teams.

  • Legal, Regulatory & Compliance Support – Bespoke legal guidance to navigate international expansion with confidence.
 
Why Ascendia?
  • Effortless Expansion – We handle recruitment, HR, payroll, and operations so you can focus on growing your business.

  • Cost-Effective Scaling – Reduce operational costs while maintaining high-quality project delivery.

  • Specialist Engineering & Business Support – Benefit from our deep expertise in civil engineering and business strategy.

Whether you need project-based consultancy support, a few full-time engineers, or a fully structured offshore team, Ascendia enables your consultancy to scale with confidence—efficiently, seamlessly, and at a fraction of the cost.

Discover how we can help you build and manage your Global Capability Centre.

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Vishwom Revankar, Associate

“Working with Ascendia has given me purposeful profession”

Who we are

Your End-to-End

Growth Partner

Ascendia Expansion Solutions helps small and mid-sized UK and US civil engineering consultancies scale efficiently, reduce costs, and improve margins through specialist consultancy support and dedicated design teams.

As pioneers in Global Capability Centre as a Service (GCCaaS), we provide a seamless pathway to establishing and managing offshore design and engineering teams in India—without the complexities. From hiring top-tier engineers to handling compliance, payroll, and day-to-day management, we ensure your offshore expansion is smooth, cost-effective, and fully optimised for long-term success.

Our Offerings
  • Turnkey GCC Solutions – End-to-end Setup and Management of Dedicated Design Teams, customised to your business needs.
  • Consultancy Expertise in Structural, Geotechnical & Highway Engineering – Access our in-house engineering capabilities for both project-based work and dedicated support teams.
  • Legal, Regulatory & Compliance Support – Bespoke legal guidance to navigate international expansion with confidence.
 
Why Ascendia?
  • Effortless Expansion – We handle recruitment, HR, payroll, and operations so you can focus on growing your business.
  • Cost-Effective Scaling – Reduce operational costs while maintaining high-quality project delivery.
  • Specialist Engineering & Business Support – Benefit from our deep expertise in civil engineering and business strategy.

Whether you need project-based consultancy support, a few full-time engineers, or a fully structured offshore team, Ascendia enables your consultancy to scale with confidence—efficiently, seamlessly, and at a fraction of the cost.

Discover how we can help you steer your growth.

Ascendia Leadership

FICE, FCIOB, FCMI, FIStrutE

Neil Harris

Non-Executive Director

Neil specializes in the planning, development, procurement, construction, and operation of renewable energy projects, with expertise in financing, implementation, acquisition, and disposal. Neil has led projects in wind, solar PV, tidal power, and battery storage across the UK, Europe, North Africa, North America, and the Far East. As a Chartered Engineer, Chartered Builder, and Chartered Construction Manager, Neil is a Fellow of the Institution of Structural Engineers, the Institution of Civil Engineers, and the Chartered Institute of Building.

CEng FICE, FIESL, MCIArb

Malith Mendis

Director

Malith is a global leader in engineering, construction, and dispute resolution, actively contributing to professional bodies worldwide. As Chairman of Maaroc Pte Ltd in Singapore and a FIDIC President’s List Adjudicator, he has achieved significant milestones. During his tenure as CEO of Lanka Hydraulics Institute, he raised international client revenues from 7% to 95%. Malith also chairs the South Asia Committee for the Institution of Civil Engineers (UK), advancing Ascendia’s vision to establish South Asia as a Global Design Center for Engineering Services through his dedicated leadership and strategic vision.

CEng FICE, CBP

Alan Hayes

Non-Executive Director

Alan, a chartered civil engineer and certified business psychologist, brings over 40 years of experience with global engineering consultants and contractors. Starting with major UK infrastructure projects, his career evolved to strategic business development and procurement. His deep understanding of contract forms and stakeholder behaviours led him to pursue organisational psychology at MSc level. Today, Alan offers strategic advisory services to businesses and organisations in the UK and internationally, leveraging his diverse expertise to deliver impactful results.

CEng FICE

Alf Greenwood

Advisor

Alf is a Chartered Civil Engineer with over 40 years of experience managing major rail and road infrastructure projects. His work spans the UK, Denmark, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, and Qatar, including mass transit, motorway, bridge, and tunnel developments. Alf has led multi-disciplinary teams, overseeing scheme development, critical path analysis, budget management, and sub-consultant coordination. His expertise ensures the delivery of large-scale transport projects, meeting stringent timelines and achieving exceptional standards of quality.

Globalizing Enterprises

Unlocking the Potential of SMEs

We empower SMEs to optimise and expand business capabilities, performance, and margins.

We achieve this by:

(Global Capability Center as a Service)

Establish a dedicated back-office in India, complete with recruitment, payroll, HR, legal, and IT support.

We offer a suite of services designed to facilitate seamless expansion during pre-growth stages, including:

Ascendia Engineering Services

Access to niche expertise across various disciplines, including geotechnical, highways, and structural engineering.

Ascendia Legal Services

Navigate the complexities of international business with expert legal guidance and support.

We offer a suite of services designed to facilitate seamless expansion during pre-growth stages, including:

Ascendia Engineering Services

Access to niche expertise across various disciplines, including geotechnical, highways, and structural engineering.

Ascendia Legal Services

Navigate the complexities of international business with expert legal guidance and support.

India's
Rising Tide

A Gateway for Global Enterprises

India is undergoing a monumental economic shift towards a service-based economy, coinciding with a growing deficit of engineering capacity in developed nations. 

While larger corporations have already capitalized on this trend, many SMEs lack the framework to do so.

Ascendia bridges this gap, empowering you to seize the opportunities presented by this advantageous landscape.

Our Values

Client Focus

We prioritize our clients' success and build lasting partnerships based on trust and mutual respect

Excellence

We are committed to delivering high-quality engineering & strategic solutions that exceed expectations.

Innovation

We embrace new technologies and approaches to drive efficiency and improve project outcomes.

Sustainability

We are dedicated to environmentally and socially responsible practices.

We are a planet-conscious enterprise, committed to sustainable impact.

Together, our work actively supports the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

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Championing Sustainability: A Commitment to Renewable Energy

At Ascendia, we believe in building a sustainable future. Our commitment to environmental responsibility is exemplified by our dedicated renewables venture. We are actively involved in developing and implementing clean energy solutions, contributing to a greener and more sustainable world.