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Structural Engineering

Fitzsimons Consulting Engineers core service offering is Structural Engineering. We specialise in complex structural engineering projects.

Our extensive professional offering include:

  • Design services for both new-build and refurbishment projects
  • Design & build consultancy services
  • Value engineering services
  • Temporary works design
  • Due diligence checks on third party projects,
  • Insurance claims
  • Expert witness services

Civil Engineering

Fitzsimons Consulting Engineers have a dedicated in-house civil engineering team who provide our clients with cutting edge design solutions and industry leading value for money.

Our civil engineering services include:

  • Road & Bridge Design
  • Surface & Basement Car Park Design
  • Pavement Design
  • Road Signage & Line Marking Design
  • Traffic Impact Assessments
  • Road Safety Audits
  • Drainage & Watermain Design
  • Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)
  • Attenuation Systems and Flow Control Design
  • Drainage Network Simulations
  • Diversion of Watercourses
  • Green Roof Design
  • Flood Risk Assessments

Conservation Engineering

Fitzsimons Consulting Engineers are trusted by State Organisations & Institutions such as the OPW, Trinity College Dublin & the Royal College of Surgeons to protect their assets.

Fitzsimons Consulting Engineers have restored and protected Ireland most prestigious structures & monuments including:

  • Áras an Uachtaráin
  • The Book of Kells
  • Dublin Castle

Building Information Modelling

Fitzsimons Consulting Engineers uses Revit for all structural design development projects. The use of modelling software ensures that the design is all-inclusive and coordinated to address potential clashes at the design stage, avoiding costly construction delays and rework on site.

The benefits of BIM for Structures:

  • Coordinated Model shared between the Design Team Architectural/Civil/Structural/Utilities/ Building Services
  • Prefabrication of elements off site – quicker installation with no clashes.
  • Established responsibilities to BIM Execution Plan – ISO 19650
  • Early development of Building Quantities
  • Allows quick assessment of consequences of changes on site
  • As built Revit model handed over to the client which can be used for facility management.

Temporary Works Design

Temporary works are an essential part of the construction process, undertaken before permanent construction can begin. The efficient design and integration of temporary works solutions have the potential to deliver substantial cost and program savings for large building projects. We combine our construction experience with rigorous design processes to prioritise safety. Our temporary works designs can provide a competitive advantage for our clients by developing innovative solutions.

Our temporary works services include:

  • Hoarding Design
  • Crane Base Design
  • Façade Retention
  • Propping Design
  • Temporary Building Stability
  • Removal of Load – Bearing Walls
  • Basement Construction
  • Needling & Propping
  • Working Platforms (Piling Mats)
  • Sheet Piling
  • Kingpost Retaining Walls
  • Temporary Retaining Walls
  • Tower Crane Foundations
  • Mobile Crane Outrigger Assessments
  • Hoist Supports
  • Loading Platforms

Steel Connection Design

We provide specialist steel connection design services for structural steelwork projects across commercial, industrial, residential, and infrastructure sectors. Our engineers deliver efficient, buildable, and code-compliant connection solutions that integrate seamlessly with the overall structural design.
Using advanced analysis and detailing software, we design a wide range of connections, including:
  • Beam -to-beam and beam-to-column connections
  • Moment-resisting and simple shear connections
  • Bracing and truss connections
  • Base plates and holding-down arrangements
  • Splice connections and transfer details
  • Portal frame and industrial steelwork connections
  • Bespoke and architecturally exposed steel connections
Our designs are developed in accordance with Eurocodes and relevant national standards, with careful consideration given to fabrication, erection, and overall project economy. We work closely with fabricators, contractors, and design teams to ensure that connection details are practical, efficient, and fully coordinated.

Assigned Certifier

On projects where we have been appointed as the structural/civil engineering designer, we also offer the services of Assigned Certifier in accordance with the Building Control (Amendment) Regulations 2014 (BCAR). FCE have been carrying out the role of Assigned Certifier for projects since the new Building Control (Amendment) Regulations came into force on 1st March 2014. Since that time, our team have gained extensive experience in the skillset and have delivered compliant buildings on a variety of projects for our clients.