Shelters Engineering

When you begin planning a residential, commercial, or industrial project in Pakistan, finding a team that combines engineering intelligence with construction execution makes all the difference. Shelters Engineering, operating from its Islamabad office in Ghauri Town, has become the go-to partner for landowners, investors, and overseas clients seeking reliable building solutions across the Islamabad Capital Territory and beyond. With more than 130 completed projects and 15 years in the field, the firm delivers full-cycle construction services that take a project from conceptual architectural planning and regulatory approval all the way to final finishing and handover.

What sets this construction company apart is its integrated approach. Rather than outsourcing design to one firm and execution to another, Shelters Engineering houses a complete in-house team of PCATP-certified architects, PEC-registered civil engineers, structural designers, and experienced site execution professionals. This model eliminates the coordination gaps that often cause delays and budget overruns on Pakistani construction sites. The firm's office at Rayyan Heights, just off the Islamabad Expressway, serves as a central hub for clients in Ghauri Town, DHA Islamabad, and the wider twin-city area, while a parallel office in DHA Lahore extends the company's reach across Punjab.

Services & Core Competencies

Shelters Engineering provides a broad yet focused range of services organized around the full construction lifecycle. The firm’s capabilities span architectural design, structural engineering, construction execution, and project management, ensuring that every stage is handled under one roof with a unified quality standard.

• Residential Construction: Building luxury villas, modern apartments, and custom homes tailored to a family's lifestyle, with premium materials and structural excellence.
• Commercial Construction: Delivering corporate offices, retail hubs, plazas, and mixed-use buildings designed for business growth, with a focus on timely delivery and robust engineering.
• Industrial Construction: Executing warehouses, factory shells, poultry farms, dairy sheds, and pre-engineered buildings with function-first designs and durable construction.
• Architectural & Design Services: Creating innovative 2D/3D layouts, elevation designs, technical working drawings, and climate-responsive architecture specifically engineered for Pakistan's 45°C summers and local conditions.
• MEP & Infrastructure Coordination: Integrating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems into the structural and architectural framework for seamless execution.
• Project Management & Consultancy: Overseeing the build from excavation to final finishing, with transparent scheduling, cost control, and regulatory coordination with authorities like CDA, LDA, and SBCA.

The company also brings specialized expertise in raft foundations, shear-wall structures, and earthquake-resistant design—critical capabilities for large-scale and safety-sensitive projects in the region.

Why Clients Choose Shelters Engineering

In a market crowded with contractors who excel only at execution or architects who deliver beautiful but impractical plans, Shelters Engineering bridges the gap. The firm’s engineer-led approach means that constructability is evaluated before designs are finalized, preventing the on-site modifications and cost escalations that plague many projects. Client reviews repeatedly highlight the professionalism and consistent communication provided by the team, especially for overseas investors who cannot be physically present during construction.

Trust Through Transparency

The firm operates with full financial and timeline transparency. Before construction begins, clients receive a detailed Bill of Quantities (BOQ) estimating steel, cement, brick/AAC block volumes, and finishing materials. This cost-intelligence practice puts budget control in the client's hands from the concept stage, not after contracts are signed.

Integrated Design-Build Model

By placing architects, structural engineers, and construction supervisors in one chain of command, Shelters Engineering prevents the finger-pointing that often occurs between separate design and build teams. Working drawings include full dimensioning, staircase detailing, toilet layouts, and plumbing coordination, so contractors have clear instructions from day one.

This combination of technical authority and execution focus explains the firm’s 4.8-star rating from 31 Google reviews, with clients describing projects ranging from 10-kanal farmhouses in Gulberg Greens to multi-story commercial buildings on the Islamabad Expressway.

Notable Project Experience

Shelters Engineering has delivered a diverse portfolio that demonstrates technical range and reliability under real-world conditions. The Tim Hortons commercial building in Lahore involved a raft foundation, a single basement, and ground-plus-five floors with 67,000 square feet of covered area—a complex project requiring precise coordination between structural, electrical, and plumbing teams with Varioline system clients.

For a 7-story Pakistan Air Force hospital extension in Islamabad, the firm managed the complete construction process on 7 kanals of land, adhering to rigorous government compliance and security standards. The D-Heights mixed-use project showcases the team’s ability to design and build plazas that combine commercial and residential functions within a single integrated structure. A Coca-Cola head office build further illustrates the company's institutional and corporate construction credentials.

Serving Islamabad & Islamabad Capital Territory

Based in Ghauri Town on Service Road East along the Islamabad Expressway, Shelters Engineering is positioned to serve clients across the Islamabad Capital Territory, including DHA Islamabad, Bahria Town, Gulberg Greens, and the surrounding Rawalpindi areas. The office's proximity to the Expressway provides easy access for site visits and client meetings, while the strategically positioned Lahore branch in DHA Phase 2 extends service coverage across Punjab.

For clients managing remote or international investments, the firm offers structured communication flows that include regular photo updates, milestone reports, and direct access to the supervising engineer. This operational model addresses the stated need of diaspora Pakistanis who, as one reviewer noted, “were abroad and needed someone to handle everything in Pakistan.”

Commitment to Quality & Compliance

Shelters Engineering is registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) and the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), with its construction operations backed by a C-2 category contractor license. The firm’s architectural and structural designs follow the Building Code of Pakistan 2021 and align with CDA, LDA, and MDA bylaws, ensuring that submissions move through regulatory approval without costly rework.

Material standards include Mughal Steel Grade 60 for reinforcement, DG Cement with controlled mix designs, and AAC blocks for thermal insulation. Construction systems integrate ETABS for structural modeling, grid-based column layouts, and north-south orientation planning that accounts for solar gain in Pakistan's hot climate. The firm’s internal audit checklist covers 42-plus compliance checkpoints before any submission, reducing the risk of regulatory delays.

For clients who value continuous improvement, Shelters Engineering maintains a public YouTube channel featuring construction tips, project updates, and technical explanations that demystify the building process for homeowners and investors alike.