Structural Engineers
Engineering Excellence, centred on you
Raffoul Consulting is an engineering consultancy employing a team of engineers with decades of experience in the built environment.
About Raffoul Consulting
Con Murray
Con Murray has an MSc in Structural Engineering from University of Manchester. He is a Chartered Engineer with both the Institution of Structural Engineers and Engineers Ireland. He has 14 years experience in Engineering Consultancy and Construction Management.
Dr Samar Raffoul
Dr Samar Raffoul has a Phd in Engineering from the University of Sheffield and is currently a Research Fellow in the school of Civil Engineering at University College Dublin. She has a combined experience of 12 years in R&D and Industry. Her areas of expertise are concrete, Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) and Disproportionate Collapse of Structures. Samar's current research focus is on increasing the adoption of MMC in the Irish residential sector
Why Choose Us
Raffoul Consulting is an engineering consultancy employing a team of engineers with decades of experience in the built environment. By using our experience and expertise we first ensure our clients understand the scope and extent of services they require to achieve their goal. This approach ensures the services we delivery have a quality and fitness for purpose that are centred on the Client's needs.
Dept of Expertise
Professional engineering consultancy services for diverse construction projects.
Proven Track Record
A history of successful project completions and satisfied clients.
High Standards
Engineering solutions that meet rigorous quality and safety standards.
Nationwide Reach
Serving clients across various regions with expert engineering consultancy.
Our Services
Engineering
Raffoul Consulting provide Structural Engineering Design Services for single/multi-unit residential and commercial projects. We have the knowledge and experience to ensure the design information we provide is suitable at feasibility stage, when considering project viability and later during construction.
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Prepurchase Surveys / Structural Inspections / Expert Witness reports
Whether you are buying a new home or a commercial property for your business, it is always wise to engage a competent professional to inspect the building ahead of purchase. Raffoul Consulting can inspect the property and identify unforeseen issues which would lead to significant costs at a later stage to rectify.
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Compliance
Failures with planning or compliance with building regulations can be enormously problematic. Raffoul Consulting can take on the role of Assigned Certifier and manage BCMS Compliance to ensure the requirements of compliance are as stream lined as possible.
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Our Approach
Engineering Excellence, centred on you.
Design Process
Raffoul consulting strives to add value at every stage of the design process. From Initial feasibility assessments, to navigating the planning system and/or delivery of concise construction stage design information we ensure to add value at every opportunity.
Communication
Identifying and communicating the fundamental development priorities to all members of the project team at inception is the essential first step to every successful project.
Total Architecture
Only after the priorities are fixed can the principles of “Total Architecture” be implemented in the design process. This philosophy ensures the creation of a design which is harmony with the site constraints and chosen construction methodology.
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Our Projects
Troutbeck Road, Sheffield
4 storey development consisting of 65 apartments, restaurant, commercial kitchen and coffee bar.
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The Woodlands, Heaton Mersey
4 storey development consisting of 63 apartments, restaurant, commercial kitchen and coffee bar.
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The Forge, Ballymore Eustace
Residential development of 11 units consisting of 5 townhouses and 6 apartments, surface carpark and landscaped garden.
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10 &10A St Ibars Villas, Wexford
Redevelopment of existing site to create 2, 3 bed, semidetached houses.
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Build with Confidence
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Memberships
From feasibility to final compliance — we're with you at every step.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Extensions to the rear of your house under 40sqm do not require planning permission. Internal alterations (e.g., removal of a wall) do not require planning permission.
Irrespective of whether you need planning permission all material alterations to a home need to be in compliance with Building Regulations. For example, you do not need planning permission to remove an internal wall.however, an Engineer is still required to ensure the modifications do not compromise the structural integrity of the house and size whatever additional structural elements are required and ensure compliance with Building Regulations.Should you ever sell a house which has been modified the solicitors acting on behalf of the purchaser will want Certificates of Compliance with Building Regulations for these works which can only be issued by a Chartered Engineer or Chartered Architect.
Ahead of starting building works, which are more significant than minor interior alterations, a Commencement Notice must be lodged with the Building Control Authority. This document identifies the Owner of the structure, Builder and Assigned Certifier for the works. The Commencement Notice is submitted via the BCMS system by your Assigned Certifier. Failure to submit a Commencement Notice is an offence and will have serious consequences which cannot be regularised at a later date. You may have difficulties in selling your property if you cannot prove that the statutory requirements relevant to the property have been met."
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