Specialist structural engineering for complex projects
Practical, buildable solutions for heavily constrained and operational environments.
Get in touchWho We Are
Howard Engineering Consultants is a specialist structural engineering consultancy focused on brownfield, heavily constrained and operational environments.
We combine deep technical expertise with strong client collaboration to deliver solutions that are safe, buildable and aligned with contractor methodology.
"Our approach is simple: understand the client’s objectives, risks and commercial drivers, then design smarter solutions that exceed expectations and de-risk delivery."
Why Howard Engineering?
Complex problem solving
Proven experience on challenging brownfield and live-site projects, where staging, access and safety are critical.
Practical, buildable design
Close alignment with contractor methods, prefabrication and staged construction to minimise disruption on site.
Risk-aware delivery
Clear understanding of client and project risk, with a focus on certainty of outcome, safety and asset performance.
Specialist team
A tight, highly experienced team who value being challenged and bring a small-business mindset of excellence.
Core Services
We are leaders in the application of finite element analysis and BIM modelling to optimise structural design and assessment.
Brownfield & constrained sites
- Design for congested operational and live environments
- Staged solutions to maintain ongoing operations
- Constructability reviews and contractor-aligned methodologies
Ports & maritime engineering
- Design and assessment of wharves, jetties and berthing structures
- Structural and durability assessments of marine assets
- Engineering support for maintenance, upgrades and redevelopment
Asset inspection & assessment
- Condition inspections for bridges, marine and industrial structures
- Structural integrity assessments including advanced techniques
- Whole-of-life asset advice and prioritisation strategies
Temporary works & construction engineering
- Formwork, falsework, propping, shoring and craneage
- Demolition and staging methodologies
- Temporary stability and construction sequencing
Construction phase services & supervision
- RFIs, shop drawing review and design verification
- On-site engineering support and independent inspections
- Monitoring of safety, quality and durability outcomes
New, remedial & rehabilitation design
Our strength is resolving complex behaviour and providing clients with total risk coverage on safely constructible, time-efficient designs.
Contact Us
Ready to discuss your next project? Get in touch with our team of specialists.
Rob Howard
Director
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0401 012 726