Civil and structural engineering is where life began for us, and it remains at the core of our award-winning consultancy. Our specialised expertise touches every stage of the development process, from feasibility and planning submissions, through extraordinary transformations of existing structures and highways, to the design and maintenance of innovative, flexible and people-centric facilities.
For more than 65 years, we’ve collaborated with clients, architects, contractors and M&E engineers to deliver elegant, low‑carbon engineering solutions across a broad range of sectors.
We’re committed to sustainability within the industry and continue to innovate with elegant and practical engineering solutions, delivering the very best results for our clients, communities and the world we live in.
Structural Engineering Design
Structural Investigation & Assessment
High-rise structures
RAAC Surveys
LPS Assessment
HRB Report
SER & BCAR Services
Concrete Testing
Structural Façade Design
Non-trad Housing
Carbon Assessment
Conservation & Heritage
Low carbon design
Load Testing
Early Stage Project Services
Early-stage project planning
Bespoke Foursite service to unlock site constraints
Technical masterplanning to review and mitigate development constraints
Flood Risk Assessments (FRA)
Flood Consequence Assessments (FCA)
Drainage strategy services to support planning
Preparation of Environmental Statement chapters for planning approval
Post‑Planning Infrastructure Strategy
Highway design (private and public), including Section 38, 50 and 278 agreements
SAB Application for surface water compliance in Wales
SuDS designs
Traditional drainage systems for private developments and adoptable networks (S104, S106, S185)
Cut and fill assessment and earthworks modelling
Levels strategies for efficient site development
Flood storage compensation analysis and wider flood‑risk mitigation
Detailed technical masterplanning
External works design, including hard landscaping and engineering for soft landscaping
Utilities Design
CCTV Drainage Survey
Rainwater Harvesting
Surface Water Drainage Design
Foul Water Drainage Design
Hardstanding Design
Flood Modelling
Liaison and management of agreements with statutory bodies, local authorities, highways departments, the Environment Agency, SEPA, Natural Resources Wales and the EPA
Curtins supported the client from the initial emergency RAAC roof inspections through to the delivery of a replacement school extension, providing structural and geo-environmental expertise to ensure a safe, modern, and future-proof learning environment.
Faced with poor ground conditions and the need for a fast-track construction programme, Curtins developed an efficient modular precast structural solution with piled foundations and a suspended ground floor slab, improving buildability, quality and delivery certainty.
We have played a key role in the delivery of Liverpool's Paddington Village Masterplan, supporting the transformation of a complex brownfield site into a nationally significant destination within Liverpool's Knowledge Quarter.
Curtins is supporting Related Argent on Brent Cross Town, a major new neighbourhood in North London. Built using the hyTower structural system, Plot 14 comprises three mixed-use residential buildings of up to 12 storeys, providing 286 build-to-rent new homes, retail space and a basement car park, contributing to the creation of a vibrant and sustainable new neighbourhood.
From Princes Dock to Hill Dickinson Stadium, Liverpool’s docklands regeneration is unlocking economic growth through new homes, commercial space, leisure facilities, and investment opportunities.
The Borough Yard project involves the regeneration and transformation of a significant 12-hectare brownfield site, paving the way for approximately 1,400 new homes. This initiative directly supports Wirral Council’s Local Plan for 2021–2037, contributing to the area’s long-term growth and regeneration.
We’re committed to making meaningful, measurable change, both within our own operations and across the wider industry. By leading, collaborating, and sharing best practice, we aim to maximise the positive impact we can make together.
We measure the carbon emissions of both our projects and our business to fully understand our footprint. Through detailed analysis and transparent reporting, we’ve set ambitious but achievable reduction targets.
Our goal is to reduce the average embodied carbon of our projects from 340kgCO₂e/m² to 295kgCO₂e/m² by 2030. As of 2026, we are exceeding this target.
By working proactively towards these targets, we’re helping to drive environmental improvement and move towards a more sustainable, resilient future for everyone.
“Curtins developed a design solution which minimised disruption to the building’s occupied spaces above by limiting the temporary propping to the basement and ground floors, avoiding the need for decant from the upper levels as well as resolving program risks to the construction stage. Curtins remained professional in their approach throughout and were equal to the difficult challenges posed by this project.”
ViewsLocal authorities across the UK are under increasing pressure to deliver housing, drive economic growth and regenerate communities, often against a backdrop of constrained budgets, complex planning policy and rising development costs. By identifying risks and opportunities early, we help create viable, deliverable masterplans that support planning, maximise site value and deliver lasting benefits for communities.
NewsChoosing what to do after university is a big decision. At Curtins, we're committed to helping graduates build rewarding careers from day one through meaningful project experience, structured development, mentoring, and support towards professional accreditation and chartership. As a graduate, you'll have the opportunity to work on projects that shape communities across the UK and Ireland while developing the skills, confidence and professional networks needed to thrive in your career.
NewsThat's a wrap for our Civils Summer Programme 2026. Over six weeks, students from across the UK explored the many facets of civil engineering through expert-led sessions, real-world projects and industry insights, building both technical knowledge and professional confidence along the way.
