The STEM building at the Institute of Technology Tralee is part of the HEB1 Bundle, a group of six projects across Ireland delivered through a Public-Private Partnership programme.
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Designing for thriving communities through sustainable and innovative engineering
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.
Our Key Civil & Structural Engineering Services
Structural
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
Civils
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
Our Civils & Structures Projects
A state-of-the-art research centre for the University of Sheffield.
Integrated Civil & Infrastructure Research Centre (iCAIR)
A national centre of excellence for structural dynamics research, acoustics and vibration testing for the University of Sheffield.
Laboratory for Validation Verification (LVV)
We provided civil and structural engineering services for the redevelopment of Market Square, Castle Street and Green Market in the heart of Carlisle, aiming to transform the heart of the city into a greener and more vibrant place.
Carlisle Market Square and Greenmarket
The first phase of Carlisle’s £100 million regeneration programme which sets the principles for the city-wide redevelopment works.
Devonshire Street Public Realm
An award‑winning development at Munster Technological University, the Le Chéile Building strengthens student support, industry engagement, and innovation through a dynamic, interconnected 6,060 m² campus hub.
Le Chéile Building, Munster Technological University, Cork
Our Approach
Foursite
Learn MoreOur innovative approach to due diligence, pre-planning and other development services.
Ecofurbishment
Learn MoreOur economical remodelling of existing buildings to ensure they can reused or retrofitted in a sustainable, continuous loop.
Investigations & Appraisals
Learn MoreExperienced assessments, investigations, appraisals and the development of cost-effective structural repair solutions for existing buildings, including non-traditional housing.
SuDS
Learn MoreGreen infrastructure led design promotes biodiversity and enhances the wellbeing of communities, so we bring this experienced approach to our projects in Wales, as well as the rest of the UK to deliver innovative and biophilic design, in harmony with the natural environment.
Conserving Historic Buildings
Learn MoreWe understand the importance of conserving and sensitively restoring heritage structures so their stories can continue. Our solutions are driven by our commitment to be sympathetic to the historically significant and Grade 1, 2* and 2 listed structures we design for, redevelop and regenerate.
Sustainability
Learn MoreAt Curtins, sustainability is at the core of our approach as we strive to build a better future.
Insite
Learn MoreCurtins’ bespoke Insite service helps clients maintain the structural integrity of their built assets and confidently plan for their forward use.
Digital Delivery
Learn MoreWith a rich history of embracing cutting-edge technology, we lead the way in digital delivery. Accredited with the BSI BIM Kitemark, we collaborate in a digital environment using the latest industry tools, and continuously enhance our digital capabilities to add tangible value to our projects.
MMC
Learn MoreAt the heart of our innovative approach to building design is our commitment to delivering projects with unparalleled quality, speed, safety, and efficiency.
Tall Buildings
Learn MoreWe specialise in the engineering of tall buildings, with expertise in wind load management, stability, and cost-efficient solutions.
Reducing Carbon Emissions for a Sustainable Future
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.
What Our Clients Say
“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.”
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Views18th Mar 26
Developing Integrated Ecosystems: Growing Innovation Through Collaboration
Board Director Oliver Delucia‑Crook recently joined leaders at the Life Science Conference and Healthcare Summit in London to discuss Developing Integrated Ecosystems: Growing Innovation Through Collaboration, exploring how partnership and shared innovation can drive meaningful progress across the sector. Read his thoughts...
News18th Mar 26
A Proud Moment for Curtins: Suzanne Johnsen Join the SPAB Scholarship
Our team continues to shine in the heritage sector, with Curtins engineer Suzanne Johnsen earning recognition through the prestigious SPAB Scholarship programme.
News16th Mar 26
Innovators Roundtable: Driving New Ideas Across the Liverpool City Region
We were thrilled to take part in our first Liverpool City Region Innovators Roundtable at the University of Liverpool’s Digital Innovation Facility. Andrew Macfarlane joined regional leaders to explore how new ideas, collaborative thinking and innovation are shaping the future of the city region and beyond.
