CIVIL CONSULTANTS has completed many structural designs for Architectural firms, building owners and contractors.  We utilize modern structural design software and proven hand calculations to provide designs that are safe, efficient and meet the clients’ needs.   

All designs and analysis are conducted using the most current building codes and construction materials.  Our staff regularly attends seminars, researches and learns new procedures to provide our clients the best designs possible.

The CC staff is extremely knowledgeable and conducts designs and analysis in Structural Steel, Reinforced Concrete, Precast Concrete, Heavy Timber, Masonry and Engineered Lumber.

Downtown Initiative Project

Somersworth , New Hampshire

This project provided consulting services to the Somersworth Housing Authority and the City of Somersworth for the application of grant monies to acquire several properties for renovations per the State of New Hampshire Downtown Initiative Project . 

Five individual buildings were reviewed for inclusion in the project.  Ultimately, funding for one project was secured and construction overhaul began for the renovation of the Eagles Building .  All five the properties were inspected and as built floor plans and elevation drawings generated.

The review for each building included items such as those listed below and were included to prioritize the potential renovation projects.

·         Building Assessments included details on required renovations to building systems, including heating, windows and interiors.

 

·         Detailed Sketch drawings of existing and proposed floor plans and storefront elevations for each building.

 

·         Digital photographs of building exterior, interior and any identified problems.

 

·         All reviews of the buildings followed the IBC building code regulations for building use and potential renovations.

 

·         A complete report for each property was prepared that detailed on site findings and potential renovation options. 

 

·         Upon completion of the building review, CIVIL CONSULTANTS reviewed findings with the city to determine the extent and desired level of improvements to the properties.

 

·         Complete budget renovations costs for each building was completed.

 

·         Presentation of study results to the funding sources at the State of New Hampshire

Eldredge Lumber

York , Maine

CIVIL CONSULTANTS working with the business owner Scott Eldredge and developed the site and structural plans for the expansion of his thriving Lumber and Hardware Company.  The site improvements addressed building placement, site drainage and most important the flow of vehicular traffic through the lumber yard. 

In addition, CIVIL CONSULTANTS completed the building design of the expansion. CC prepared and presented plans to achieve State of Maine Fire Marshal ’s approval as required regulation for commercial buildings.  We coordinated the design of electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems within our office to accommodate needs of the retail establishment.

The building design involved review of the existing structure and design of new building elements.  The building is a classic New England style clapboard building.  Behind the clapboards is an intricate steel frame with raised concrete second floor and large span wood trusses.  The design was accomplished using most current structural design computer software.  The design optimized the structural system to provide the client with the most efficient and cost effective framing system. 

Eliot Baptist Church

Eliot , Maine

This project was coordinated to perform surveying and engineering services for The Eliot Baptist church building and site expansion.

Civil Consultants (CC) completed the project in three phases to facilitate the approval and construction process which consisted of initial site review and engineering requirements; town and state approvals; and building design. 

Phase I was (CC) Field Survey which provided topography on the adjacent property of the Pastor. Topographical survey work was conducted on the ground to obtain physical features of the property such as verifying existing pavement locations.

Review consisted of the site’s stormwater drainage generated by the building and paved parking expansion as well as the existing septic system and water supply systems.  CC also coordinated with Maine Department of Transportation to review highway entrance concerns.

Phase II of the project provided assistance to Eliot Baptist Church Building Committee in consideration of the development of the proposed building floor plans and location of amenities.  An analysis of existing building systems was completed to include HVAC and electrical determining expansion requirements.

CC prepared a Site Plan for presentation to the Town of Eliot Planning Board as well as stormwater design for submission to the town.

General Electric Roof Evaluation

Somersworth , New Hampshire

 CIVIL CONSULTANTS has performed several structural evaluations for the General Electric Campus in Somersworth , New Hampshire .  Below is a brief listing of the wide structural and planning projects that have been completed. 

§         Analyzed numerous existing timber frame and concrete floors for loading capacity.  Designs have been implemented to increase floor capacity and usage.

§         Conducted a complete roof survey with recommendations on repair schedules and materials.  Within the ten building campus every roofing type that has been in use since the early 1900’s. 

§         Completed designs and construction contracts for the layout and relocation of the meter products testing laboratory. 

§         Completed the interior design of the historic entrance building for conversion into the customer/employee meeting center.

§         Completed the rehabilitation design for main entrance work including resurfacing the concrete floors and walls.  New lighting and sign marquee was designed. 

§         We have completed an existing condition review of the onsite hydroelectric gatehouse structure.  Services included supervision of underwater inspection of the concrete surfaces for damage and description of potential concrete repair methods. 

§          Additionally projects have included revisions to loading dock access and design of masonry repairs. (99-419-00)

Historic Building Review

and Evaluation

CIVIL CONSULTANTS was responsible for the complete structural evaluation of the historic Counting House Museum.  The Counting House was used as an accounting building during the height of the textile and manufacturing era in South Berwick, Maine .  The building is located on the banks of the Salmon Falls River and is constructed of brick walls and timber interior framing.  An analysis was performed to evaluate the capacity of the first and second floors and the roof system.  CIVIL CONSULTANTS worked with the Historical Society to determine future needs and prepared construction information regarding electrical and accessibility upgrades.

CIVIL CONSULTANTS has been involved in many projects relating to old and historic structures ranging in construction types of brick, heavy timber and old steel buildings.  Various projects have included structural evaluation of old churches, manufacturing buildings, residences and barns, including work for the Hamilton House in South Berwick , the Essex House, and other structural evaluations for Historic New England. (95-482-00, 00-502.00)

MSAD 35 School Roofs

Existing Condition Review

and Renovation Design

South Berwick and Eliot , Maine

 Project involved survey of existing conditions, existing building plans and structural evaluation of roof systems for all district schools (Central, Eliot Elementary, Marshwood High and Marshwood Junior High School ). New roof systems were designed to meet 1996 building codes for loadings and insulation values. Prepared a four-year construction sequence based on existing roof condition and available monies.  Prepared construction specifications and plans for roof replacement at the Central and Marshwood High Schools . (98-035)

Charpentier Apartments

Somersworth , New Hampshire

Civil Consultants prepared plans and specifications and selected a contractor on behalf of the Somersworth Housing Authority, for brick repair and painting renovations for the project at Charpentier Apartments, Franklin Street , Somersworth , New Hampshire.

Somersworth House of Pizza

Main Street

Somersworth , New Hampshire

This project was coordinated through the Somersworth Housing Authority (SHA) to modernize the building façade of the House of Pizza in downtown Somersworth.

 The project design included complete exterior rehabilitation.  New exterior brick veneer, vinyl siding, energy efficient windows and associated electrical updates were completed.   CIVIL CONSULTANTS was responsible for the bid and construction review process.  We worked closely with the SHA and the building owner during the construction process to maintain a quality construction project.  The restoration was completed with minimal interference during restaurant operations. (03-426.03 & 03-426.05)

On May 10, 1997, Goodall Park, a historic landmark in Sanford for 82 years, was destroyed by fire. In August 1997, the Town retained CIVIL CONSULTANTS to provide architectural and engineering design services for an 800-seat baseball stadium.

The Town wanted a modern stadium reflecting architectural features of the former facility and blending with the historical downtown. One unique feature the Town wanted replicated was the roof over the spectator seating area. We determined that with a cantilever, the roof could be supported by only two columns within the seating area, resulting in unobstructed views of the playing field.

We used modern materials to meet today’s building codes – a combination of structural steel, CMU block masonry, cast-in-place concrete and metal siding – while retaining the historical appeal of the destroyed stadium. During construction several design modifications were made to meet ADA requirements, including raising the roof to accommodate a new elevator, revising seat layouts, designing a tunnel for wheelchair access to first-row handicapped seating and redesigning the restrooms.  We performed topographic, survey, full architectural/engineering design, bidding, contract a

To meet the Town’s fast-track schedule, we prepared separate contracts for  and building construction and assisted the Town in coordinating lighting and irrigation contracts with the building contract. Construction was completed in April of 1999, and the park was dedicated July 16, 1999. (Client, Town of Sanford, ME)

This project involved survey of existing conditions, existing building plans and structural evaluation of roof systems for all district schools (Central, Eliot Elementary, Marshwood High and Marshwood Junior High School). We designed new roof systems to meet 1996 building codes for loadings and insulation values and prepared a four-year construction sequence based on existing roof condition and available monies. We also prepared construction specifications and plans for roof replacement at the Central School and Marshwood High School. (Client, MSAD #35)

CIVIL CONSULTANTS provided foundation and structural framing analysis and design of modifications for the conversion of an abandoned mill building to housing for the elderly. Major "jacking" of the building walls was done to straighten rooflines and repair sagging interior columns to support the intended use. Periphery drains were installed to eliminate foundation moisture conditions. (Client, Somersworth Housing Authority)

General Electric Structural Evaluation
Somersworth, New Hampshire

	Analyzed numerous existing timber frame and concrete floors for loading capacity. Designs have been implemented to increase floor capacity and usage.
	Conducted a complete roof survey with recommendations on repair schedules and materials. Within the 10-building campus, there were examples of every roofing type that has been in use since the early 1900s.
	Completed designs and construction contracts for the layout and relocation of the meter products testing laboratory.
	Completed the interior design of the historic entrance building for conversion into the customer/employee meeting center.
	Completed the rehabilitation design for main entrance work including resurfacing the concrete floors and walls. New lighting and sign marquee was designed.
	Completed an existing condition review of the onsite hydroelectric gatehouse structure. Services included supervision of underwater inspection of the concrete surfaces for damage and design of concrete repair.
	Additionally, projects have included revisions to loading dock access and design of masonry repairs.  (Client, General Electric)

CIVIL CONSULTANTS was involved in the structural design portion of the Chase Ocean Engineering Laboratory.  The design build project followed a tight construction schedule with completion within five months.  The two-story building comprised of office, conference and student areas was built to connect and create a new entrance to the existing building.  The building is constructed of structural steel framing with bar joists supporting the second floor concrete deck and roof systems.  The lateral support is comprised of steel cross bracing in the exterior walls.  The exterior walls are composed of concrete block supported by metal studs attached to the structural steel frame.

CIVIL CONSULTANTS was the engineer of record for the complete structural design of the building and conducted periodic site visits during construction.

  (Client, University of New Hampshire)

We have been involved in many projects relating to historic structures ranging in construction types of brick, heavy timber and old steel buildings. Some of our experience has included structural evaluation of old churches, manufacturing buildings, residences and barns. The historic Counting House Museum, which was used as an accounting building during the height of the textile and manufacturing era in South Berwick, Maine, needed a complete structural evaluation. Located on the banks of the Salmon Falls River, the building was constructed of brick walls and timber interior framing. We performed an analysis to evaluate the capacity of the first and second floors and the roof system. We worked with the Historical Society to determine future needs and prepared construction information regarding electrical and accessibility upgrades. (Client, South Berwick Historical Society)

Structural Engineering

Queensboro Bridge

New York , New York

In 2004, Civil Consultants was hired by Odyssey Contracting Corporation to design containment structures for paint removal on the historic Queensboro Bridge in New York City and analyze the containment reactions and their effects on the bridge.

The Queensboro Bridge is a steel truss structure first opened to traffic in 1909, and has become a landmark in New York City . 

For the past 15 years, the New York Department of Transportation has been working to rehabilitate the bridge to ensure safe travel over the structure for future years.  The protective paint on the structural steel trusses had been under attack from extensive traffic, deicing agents and salt air.  The paint had deteriorated to the point that several areas of steel were left with little to no protection from the elements.  It was determined that it would be necessary to remove all remaining existing paint and apply a new protective coating system.

The paint removal process required sand blasting to bare metal with contaminated grit and paint residue captured and discarded properly.  The containment structures consisted of heavy-duty fabric supported by high strength steel cables.  The cables were designed to be supported by the bridge, requiring a structural analysis of all anchorage points.  Loads resulting from wind and material weight were applied to a bridge model created by Civil Consultants in Staad Pro, a structural analysis program.  The analysis was performed and anchorage points were modified when necessary to ensure that all bridge members could withstand the anticipated forces. 

The project is currently ongoing and anticipated for completion in 2008.  The estimated price of the painting portion of the bridge rehabilitation is $50,000,000.  (04-482)

Structural Engineering

Bath Bridge

Bath , Maine

Civil Consultants was hired by Odyssey Contracting Corporation to design a containment structure for paint removal on the Bath Bridge .

An evaluation of the containment system was based on a three dimensional analysis and developed from as-built drawings and information provided by HNTB Corp.  CIVIL CONSULTANTS modified the model to include increased detail of tower sections.  All analysis performed used the latest version of STAAD. Pro structural design and analysis computer program.  (07-668-00)

Bellamy Bridge

Dover , New Hampshire

In 2003, CIVIL CONSULTANTS was hired by the City of Dover to analyze the bridge culvert crossing Bellamy Road , and to design a system to repair the extensive damage the culvert had sustained from nearly 40 years of service. 

Over the years flow through the culvert had eroded several areas on the pipe floor, leaving the earth exposed.  As water flowed through these damaged areas, soil under the culvert experienced significant undermining. The sides of the culvert were also experiencing an appreciable amount of surface rust.  All of these factors contributed to The New Hampshire Department of Transportation requesting the City of Dover to repair the bridge, or risk closure of the road.  The repair project consisted of an existing condition investigation, design of a reinforced shotcrete culvert bed, and the corresponding construction plans and specifications.  In addition, application for the necessary permits from the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services and city committees were prepared and approved.  

The contract specifications allowed contractors to accurately bid the project with a good understanding of what the project would entail.  Moores Marine was awarded the project, which is currently in construction. 

No traffic closures are anticipated at any time during construction. (03-549-02)

Structural Engineering

Orford Bridge

Orford , New Hampshire

This project provided structural analysis and consulting services for the paint removal portion of the work to be completed at the NH Route 25A bridge over the Connecticut River in Orford , New Hampshire .  The analysis included evaluation of the existing bridge, design of containment structures, and preparation of reports and inspection of the containment structures.

Using the initial model, CC analyzed the structure under loads from wind, traffic and containment forces to determine the effects on the bridge.  Analyses determined the size and location of the anticipated containments. The containments consisted of cable-supported fabric and steel decking near traffic height.

CC provided analysis and design of cable systems used for containment and recommend the proper attachment devices for the cables to the bridge members.  Our analysis also stated the maximum amount of grit that can be contained during the paint removal process.  (02-480-00)

I-95 High Level Bridge
Portsmouth NH - Kittery ME

The paint removal process required sand blasting to bare metal and capture of contaminated grit and paint residue. The containment structures of heavy-duty fabric, supported by high strength steel cables attached to the bridge, were designed to withstand a 90-mph wind force and the weight of sandblast material. Anticipated loads from wind and material weight were applied to the bridge model to determine the maximum amount of containment enclosure which could be utilized at one time, along with the maximum allowable blasting residue accumulation. The analysis revealed that the contractor could safely enclose up to six bridge panels with up to 25 tons of paint and grit. The project was completed in the Summer of 2001. (Client, Odyssey Contracting Corporation)

Piermont Bridge,
Piermont, NH - Bradford, VT

This project also involved developing a process for removing bridge paint in an environmentally safe manner. Work efforts included: 1) development of a structural model of the existing bridge; 2) creation of intermediate models of the containment structure representing various stages of the project; 3) development of attachment methods to hold the containment structure to the bridge; and, 4) review of all scaffolding plans and associated equipment. All work was submitted to the State of New Hampshire DOT for their review and comment. (Client, Lyn Contracting Company)

Wiggley Bridge
Town of York, York, Maine

This 104-foot suspension cable footbridge over the York River in York, Maine, was built in the early 1900s. This historic bridge had a 73-foot clear center span, and had incurred damage due to rust and weathering in a saltwater environment. CIVIL CONSULTANTS was retained by the Town of York to investigate and make recommendations for repairs to it.  We performed a structural analysis, identified and documented all areas in need of repair, including main suspension cables and bridge abutments, prepared detailed drawings for repair and replacement of structural components, prepared technical specifications and construction contract documents. We also assisted the Town staff in construction contract advertising, bidding, contract negotiations and administration. (Client, Town of York)

Rubb Building Systems
Sanford, ME

We have been involved in numerous commercial, industrial and residential structural engineering projects. We have completed structural designs for Rubb Building Systems of Sanford, Maine, including design of tubular steel space truss buildings that are covered with a PVC fabric weather membrane. Structures we designed for Rubb Building include an airport hanger at Los Angeles International Airport, warehouse buildings at the Los Alamos National Laboratory, and structural steel framed cargo enclosures bolted to ocean going freight ships. (Client, Rubb Building Systems)

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