KAIPŪKAHANGA
ENGINEERING
Engineering with creativity and precision
to deliver smarter,
safer builds.
to deliver smarter,
safer builds.
BTW’s engineering consultants deliver practical, safe and sustainable outcomes nationwide. Our civil, structural and geotechnical engineers work as one team to design solutions that reduce risk, save cost and keep projects on track.
Why choose this service
- Safety and compliance by design: Chartered professionals, producer statements and code‑ready deliverables.
- Integrated disciplines: Civil, geotechnical and structural inputs aligned from day one, supported by BTW’s multidisciplinary service provision and integrated approach, minimising rework and delivering seamless outcomes.
- Cost‑effective outcomes: Fit for purpose and fit for budget with efficient tools and right-sized solutions.
- Regional to nationwide: Proven expertise across councils, infrastructure and private projects throughout New Zealand.
SUB-SERVICES / APPLICATIONS
- Civil Design and Three Waters Engineering
- Geotechnical Investigations and Reporting
- Soil Tests and Foundation Design
- Structural Design and Seismic Assessments
- Bridges, Traffic and Transportation Engineering
Learn about our engineering services on their dedicated pages (See the menu above)
Discover our recent projects or check the FAQs below.
Engineering – Your questions answered
Our civil, structural and geotechnical engineers collaborate with BTW surveyors, planners and environmental scientists giving clients a fully coordinated pathway from concept through to construction.
Structural Design
Civil Design
Three Waters
Geotechnical Engineering
As early as possible. Involving BTW at the feasibility or concept stage resolves geotechnical, servicing and access issues before design or consent, saving significant time and cost.
Common triggers include new dwellings, subdivisions, significant earthworks, retaining walls, slopes, and liquefaction-prone ground. Councils often require a geotechnical report from a qualified geotechnical engineer to support building consent.
Geotechnical Engineering
We coordinate technical inputs, prepare compliant designs and provide producer statements. Our local knowledge of regional standards ensures smoother approvals and fewer delays.
Three Waters refers to drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater systems. BTW’s civil engineers design and assess networks that safely manage these essential services. From new subdivisions to major infrastructure upgrades, we deliver integrated water solutions that protect communities and the environment.
Learn more about our Civil Design and Three Waters Engineering.
Your project leads
Ian Steele – Director Engineering, Principal Civil and Transport Engineer
Mathew Dickey – Technical Director – Three Waters, Principal Civil Engineer
Russell Harrison – Principal Structural Engineer, New Plymouth
Chris Twaddle – Principal Structural Engineer, Hamilton
Sean Husband – Civil Engineering Team Leader, New Plymouth
Wasi Shirwali – Engineering Team Leader, Hamilton
BTW holds Toitū Gold Certification and is a member of The Taranaki Māori Business Network.
