Continuing our ‘Speaking from Experience’ blog series, which shines a light on the senior leadership team at Superstructures, we’re pleased to introduce Associate and Chartered Structural Engineer, Craig Carr. Craig shares his journey into structural engineering, the projects that have inspired him, and the structures he most admires. Q&A with Craig Carr How and why … Continued
Superstructures (Ipswich, UK), a regional provider of structural and civil engineering services, has merged to become a core part of Zenon Group (Vancouver, Canada), the internationally recognised multidisciplinary construction group, delivering enhanced value to customers through expanded capabilities, deeper expertise, and a broader UK presence. This merger will help to strengthen and grow the two … Continued
At Superstructures, our commitment to nurturing the next generation of engineers is well known across the local construction community. We take pride in offering degree apprenticeship opportunities that help young people build both competence and confidence in the early stages of their careers. But what about the people leading the way? What paths did they … Continued
PRESS RELEASE – ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF DAY BRINGS TOTAL RAISED BY SUPERSTRUCTURES FOR LOCAL WOMEN’S SUPPORT CHARITY TO £14,500 Ipswich-based structural and civil engineering business Superstructures recently hosted its sixth annual golf event at Fynn Valley Golf Club in aid of the Talitha Koum charity based in Witnesham. The golf day was a sell-out … Continued
An Ipswich based Structural Engineer is celebrating after achieving Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status from the Engineering Council just 5 years after leaving sixth form. 24-year-old Liam Swann joined structural engineering design business, Superstructures, in 2019 from One Sixth Form College in Ipswich. He was the company’s first Apprentice and whilst working in the business, he … Continued
Locally based structural engineering business, Superstructures, has extended its offering to its clients by adding an in-house civil engineering design capability to its portfolio of services. The move builds on the existing service offering made to its clients as an outsourced function and enables the business to now enter a new phase of growth, where … Continued
As a structural engineering graduate, Liam’s journey took an alternative path to the traditional university route. He pursued a degree apprenticeship at Superstructures, which allowed him to blend hands-on industry experience with academic learning. Liam believes degree apprenticeships are the ideal pathway to success for anyone considering entering the engineering world. Read on to find … Continued
Embodied carbon vs Operational Carbon – By Holly Peirson Graduate Structural Engineer. It has long been speculated that to limit our effect on climate change and thus, avoid reaching the ‘point of no return’ for protecting some regions and vulnerable ecosystems, we must collectively ensure that global warming does not exceed the pre-industrial average by … Continued
By Charlie Dando, Apprentice Structural Engineer, Superstructures The construction industry is on the precipice of a monumental change to design and build lower carbon buildings in alignment with NET Zero Targets. This will see the ‘standard’ practises used within construction today, challenged and changed in the ambition of reducing both the operational and embodied carbon … Continued
Tips and things to look out for when looking to appoint a structural engineer. When it comes to choosing a structural engineer, it’s all about finding a trustworthy professional who meets your specific needs. To achieve this, it’s essential to consider key factors to ensure you get top-notch service without breaking the bank. … Continued
