Structural engineering that holds up.
Chartered structural engineering for commercial, childcare and multi-residential projects across Sydney. Practical, buildable solutions that protect design intent, meet Australian Standards, and keep construction running smoothly.
Structural Engineering Services
With over 15 years of local experience, we deliver high-quality structural solutions that balance design intent, compliance, and construction practicality — adding value at every stage.
Residential / Mixed Use
- Alterations and Additions
- Single / Double Storey / Duplex Residences / Townhouses
- Aged care and Retirement Villages
- Medium / High Rise Structures
- Child Care Centres
- Precast Concrete Structures
- Modular wall systems (Cold-Formed Steel)
Commercial/Retail/Warehouses
- Office Structures
- Structural Steel Portal / Braced Framed Structures
- Precast Structures
- Mezzanine Structures
- Strengthening to existing Structures for proposed alterations.
Value Engineering & Peer Reviews
- Refine Concept to Eliminate Transfer Structure or unnecessary framing
- Review Proposed Shoring Retention Systems
- Determine Most Feasible Foundation System
- Refining R.C. Layout to P.T. Layout
- Review Steel and Concrete Quantities
Post-Tensioning Slab Documentation
- Post Tensioning Profile Plans
- Top and Bottom Reinforcement Plans
- Shear Tie Plans
- Multi-Strand (Staged Stressing)
Shoring Retention Systems
- Soldier Pile Shoring Systems
- Contiguous Pile Shoring
- Secant Pile Shoring
- Propped / Permanent Cantilever Retaining Walls (R.C. / Dincel / Redi-Wall / Block)
Structural / Remedial Reports
- Wall Openings and Strengthening Reports
- Damage / Forensic Assessment Surveys & Repair Specifications
- Dilapidation Reports (Pre & Post Construction)
Featured Projects
Our Approach
Compliant. Considered. Cohesive
We provide structural expertise in accordance with all relevant Australian Standards and building codes, ensuring every design is fully compliant and construction- ready.
We approach each structure as a cohesive whole — not a collection of parts — to deliver solutions that are structurally sound, efficient, and aligned with the overall design intent.
Thoughtful Solutions, Delivered with Care
Our team provide specialist solutions in reinforced and post tensioned concrete, structural and cold formed steel, timber, masonry and shoring retention systems for shallow and deep excavation sites with complex ground conditions.
We treat all our projects with care and ensure that all proposed solutions are workable and well thought through.
Where Innovation Meets Integrity
Our team prides itself for its ‘forward thinking’ approach to deliver structural solutions that achieve the architectural design intent.
Simplifying the Complex, Without Compromise
All projects big or small have their own hidden complexities. We have also understood that there is a strong correlation with things appearing complex due to drawings that may lack relevant details.
Our team strives to provide a good balance of relevant structural details to ensure a smooth construction.
Value Adding Solutions
We have understood that most value adding solutions are achieved through collaboration. As our client we will treat you as part of our team. Throughout the design process we will highlight areas where we feel there may be scope for refining the design to simplify the structure for added savings in construction.
Refined Structural Solutions for Visionary Builds
As professional and chartered engineers, we stand by our core values of quality, integrity, and service. From initial concept to completion, we maintain transparency and strong communication to deliver projects and structural solutions that are code compliant and stand the test of time.
Meet Michael
Michael is a Chartered Structural Engineer and Registered Design Practitioner with over 15 years of experience across residential, commercial, and technically complex projects.
He is known for his thorough knowledge of the Building Code, technical skills, and attention to detail — bringing confidence and clarity to every stage of the structural process.
Michael collaborates closely with architects, builders, and homeowners to deliver practical, buildable solutions that honour both safety and design intent.
Credentials:
Director & Principal
Your Project, Thoughtfully Engineered
At Orthos, we collaborate closely with architects, designers, and homeowners to deliver structural solutions that elevate design outcomes.
We don’t quote based on rough estimates. Every project is reviewed in detail to ensure our fee proposal reflects the true scope — avoiding surprises during construction and preserving your design intent.
Ready to take the next step?
Submit your project details below to receive a tailored fee proposal — personally reviewed by our Principal Structural Engineer, Michael.