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Design Development Collaboration

Better buildings begin with better conversations — right from the start.

Early Engineering Input Makes a Difference

The most costly structural problems on construction projects are almost always ones that could have been identified — and resolved — much earlier in the design process. When structural engineers are brought in only at the documentation stage, the opportunity to influence the design for the better has largely passed.

QED Consulting Engineers actively encourages early engagement. We work as a collaborative partner with architects, building designers, and project teams from concept and schematic design through to detailed design, documentation, and construction — providing the kind of timely, practical structural input that leads to better buildings and fewer surprises at the back end of a project.

How We Collaborate

Concept & Schematic Design Stage

Early structural advice on span options, structural system selection, and key structural elements — helping designers make informed decisions that don't create downstream problems.

Design Development Stage

Structural sizing of primary and secondary elements, preliminary slab and footing design, and identification of any challenging structural interfaces before they become fixed in the drawings.

Documentation Stage

Full structural design and documentation, coordinated with architectural, civil, mechanical, and electrical packages — produced efficiently because the structural system is already well understood and agreed.

Construction Stage

RFI response, shop drawing review, site inspection as required, and practical advice when on-site conditions differ from the documented design.

Software & Tools

QED uses industry-current structural design and analysis software — including Finite Element Analysis tools — to support the design development process. Our team is comfortable working with BIM models, AutoCAD, and other design environments to ensure our structural documentation integrates cleanly with the broader project.

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Expertise

Benefit from our deep knowledge and experience in structural engineering and product development.

Efficiency

Streamline your development process with our efficient project management and problem-solving capabilities.

Innovation

Access cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to drive innovation in your product development.

Collaboration

Enjoy a seamless and collaborative partnership with continuous communication and support from our helpful and friendly team.

Get in Touch

Have a project in mind or need expert advice? Our team is ready to help you with safe, compliant, and cost-effective engineering solutions.

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0468 413 867

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Unit 2/39-43 Duerdin St,
Notting Hill VIC 3168

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Mon — Sat · 8:30 – 17:30

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