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Enhanced Environmental Surveys & Assessments

Curtins’ Strategic Partners for Ecology, Archaeology, Heritage, Noise and Air Quality expertise

Curtins works alongside a trusted network of specialist environmental consultants, enabling our clients to access the right expertise at the right time.

We support the coordination of environmental inputs alongside our engineering and advisory services, helping clients navigate planning requirements, identify risks early and move projects forward with confidence.

Where specialist input is required, we connect you directly with carefully selected partners with whom we have established and proven working relationships.

Environmental Assessment

Working with trusted strategic partners

We collaborate with a number of established environmental specialists delivering ecology, archaeology, heritage, noise and air quality.

We introduce clients to partners we know and trust, ensuring you receive high-quality, independent advice from experienced consultants who work in close alignment with our civil, structural, geo-environmental and flood risk teams for a seamless service.

Our role is to:

  • Help identify the right specialists for your project

  • Align environmental inputs with design and engineering considerations

  • Support coordination as part of the wider project team

This approach gives you direct access to expert advice, while maintaining flexibility and clarity in appointment and delivery.

For more information or to discuss your project, contact Phil Thomas.

Our recommended partners

Ecology

Sylvan Biodiversity

Specialists in ecological assessment, mitigation and biodiversity strategy, including:

  • Surveys and appraisals

  • Protected species surveys and licensing

  • Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)

  • Ecological Impact Assessments and Habitat Regulations Assessments

  • Habitat design and green/blue infrastructure

  • Nutrient neutrality and urban greening strategies

  • Clerk of Works and expert witness services

Visit Sylvan Biodiversity's website

Archaeology & Heritage

TCMS Heritage

Experts in heritage consultancy and archaeological services, supporting planning and development, including:

  • Feasibility advice and early-stage risk appraisal

  • Archaeological and heritage assessments

  • Listed building and scheduled monument consent

  • Field evaluation and mitigation strategies

  • Historic research and building recording

  • Stakeholder liaison and planning support

  • Appeals and expert witness services

Visit TCMS' website

Noise & Air Quality

SV Acoustics

Providing specialist advice across environmental acoustics and air quality, including:

Noise:

  • Noise and vibration monitoring and modelling

  • Planning and development assessments

  • Construction and transportation noise

  • Building and environmental acoustics

  • Industrial and mechanical plant noise

Air Quality:

  • Air quality impact and planning assessments

  • Dispersion modelling

  • Mitigation strategy and design advice

  • Monitoring and reporting (NOâ‚‚, PM10, PM2.5)

  • Policy and strategy support

Visit SV Acoustics website

Our Enhanced Environmental Surveys & Assessments Projects

Uclan Vet School
Science & Technology

Equipped with world-class clinical simulation facilities, this cutting-edge centre features a diagnostic suite, simulated operating theatres, and advanced healthcare technologies designed to support hands-on learning.

UCLan Veterinary School, Lancashire

Copper Square, Brent Cross Town, Barnet
Mixed Use Regeneration

A flagship office building within Brent Cross Town and a landmark example of Modern Methods of Construction, the scheme was delivered through close collaboration between multiple stakeholders. It stands as one of Europe’s tallest hybrid structures, combining precast concrete, structural steel, composite beams, and cross‑laminated timber (CLT).

4 Arbour Street, Copper Square, Brent Cross

Science and Engineering Building, MMU, Manchester
Higher Education

A highly sustainable new building at Manchester Metropolitan University serves as a dynamic living lab, showcasing advances in science and engineering. It bridges research, education, and the wider city region, fostering collaboration and sharing innovative solutions with the community.

Science and Engineering Building, MMU, Manchester

West Cumberland
Healthcare

The West Cumberland Hospital redevelopment includes refurbishment, new medical and training facilities, infrastructure upgrades, and expanded healthcare services.

West Cumberland Hospital, Cumbria

Our Specialisms

Millers Quay

Civils & Structures

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Transport Planning

Transport Planning

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Environmental

Geotechnical & Environmental

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White City Central London

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Foursite

Foursite

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Our Values

Being Human

We value people as people. We believe in fostering meaningful human connections that speak to the hearts and minds of our stakeholders, to build strong powerful relationships and communities that thrive and flourish.

Integrity

We say what we mean and mean what we say. Integrity lies at the heart of everything we do. It is the constant in the choices we make which builds trust, honesty, fairness, and respect for our colleagues and our clients alike.

Impact

Impact demonstrates the immeasurable power of our shared values and collective effort to effect positive, ground-breaking change and deliver excellence for our customers, colleagues, and the communities we serve.

Curiosity

We foster a culture of curiosity to help us constantly improve our work, inspire others to do better and think bigger, and to never stop learning.

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