The 1994 collapse of a tunnel at Heathrow Airport in London, put lives at risk and caused the cancellation of hundreds of flights. In the court case that followed it was determined that the degree of risk was extended outside of proprietary control, and that the extent and duration of …

When selecting a structural engineer, it is important to look beyond the college degree.  Of course education and a license are important, but once you check those items off your list be sure to dig deeper to gain a better understanding of the engineer being evaluated. Core engineering skills are …

A detailed and well-thought out Scope of Work is a critical element of the design process, especially in large, complex projects. The purpose of the document is to translate client ideas into working designs. Typically created by the client, the document should be clear, complete and logical.  An effective scope …