"Early involvement of the Structural Engineer enhances team integration, brings reality to performance on cost and programme and ensures the appropriate choice of structural form and materials."

Engaging Structural Engineers - a Guide for Clients, Institution of Structural Engineers

Outline Proposals

If an Architect is already on board then it is usual for a Structural Engineer to be appointed during the concept stage.

The early involvement of a Structural engineer offers significant benefits that are not always apparent at the time of appointment. It is particularly suited architectural design led projects or projects of high complexity. It also allows for site investigations and reports to be organised and carried out in good time, where required.