Structural engineering design for high rise buildings (industrial, commercial, institutional, rural and residential buildings) utilising concrete, steel, masonry and timber. Projects undertaken include schools, hospitals, recreational, food processing plants, factories, aged care facilities, residential developments, churches, office buildings, hotels and resort, shopping centres, bridges, multistory buildings and service stations.
Our support services to builders, owner-builders and developers are often drawn upon to help rationalise structural systems ensuring the most appropriate materials, methods and products are used to reduce cost and maximise performance, ensuring owner/user satisfaction with the finished building.
Terrain Engineering Group undertakes design work associated with construction and structural works including steel framed industrial buildings. We are also able to carry out periodic inspections of structural works and certification to Council requirements.
Terrain Engineering Groups are able to advise on the most suitable design for your project or to inspect and report on the condition of an existing building prior to purchase. We regularly undertake structural work for local and state authorities.
Areas of Expertise
- Steel and Concrete Design
- Pre-cast Concrete Design
- Pre-stressed Concrete Design
- Masonry Design
- Timber Design
- Aluminum Design
- Bridge Design
- Pier/Wharf Design
- Handling/Disposal Systems
- Water Well and Pumping Systems
- Lift Stations and Force Mains
Client Liaison
- Close liaison with client throughout project on progress and performance
- Advice and guidance on implications of all structural engineering matters
- Preparation of project progress reports
Feasibility and Planning
- Advice on structural design options for preliminary cost estimates
- Assist in selection of other specialist consultants e.g. Geotechnical Engineer
Preliminary Design
- Development of alternative preliminary designs
- Refinement of design options
- Assistance in determination of preferred design solution
Documentation
- Complete design of all structural elements
- Detail Drawings and technical specifications of all structural elements, ready for tender/construction
Authority Approvals
- Negotiation with Local Authorities for approval of structural designs
- Lodgement for Authority approval of design and documentation of shoring underpinning, gantries and hoardings
- Provision of Design certification and supporting information upon completion of project (required for Certificate of Classification)
Site Services
- Dilapidation surveys on buildings adjacent to proposed project (pre-construction)
- Provide site services during the construction phase as follows:-
- Checking of tests results for structural construction materials
- Reporting on site progress
- Ensure the project proceeds in accordance with the intent of the structural design
- Attend site meetings as required
- Reviewing structural elements of shop drawings
- Co-ordinating design activities with site requirements
- Ensure delivery of drawings and specifications to the site on time
Teamwork With Other Consultants
- Maintain close liaison with other consultants involved, throughout project (e.g. project manager, architect, quantity surveyor, service consultants)
Post-Project Follow-Up
- Follow up with client to establish that all services provided were in accordance with client expectation
