Using concrete in a changing environment: achieving efficient and durable designs and specification

Author: Various

Date published

26 April 2023

Price

Members: £45 + VAT
Standard: £70 + VAT

The Institution of Structural Engineers The Institution of Structural Engineers
Back to Previous

Using concrete in a changing environment: achieving efficient and durable designs and specification

Tag
Author
Date published
Price
Training
Author

Various

Date published

26 April 2023

Author

Various

Price

Members: £45 + VAT
Standard: £70 + VAT

Using concrete in a changing environment series - part one of four.

The climate emergency is forcing all professions across the built environment to consider how to lower the embodied carbon of the structures they design and build. 
The 2022 Using concrete in a changing environment inaugural e-conference was dedicated to helping structural engineers understand how to assess, strengthen and reuse existing concrete structures to extend their life and reduce the impact the built environment profession has on the environment.
Featuring presentations from the e-conference, the first webinar in this series focuses on concrete construction solutions to achieve efficient and durable designs and specifications.

Reasons to watch

  • Understand how to achieve efficient concrete solutions

  • Learn about durability design and specification for major infrastructure

  • Hear about low-carbon cement and their link to concrete​

Intended for

  • Structural engineers

  • Designers

  • Contractors

  • ​Material engineers

Speakers

Lee Richardson Technical Leader, Laing O’Rourke

Lee has over 20 years’ experience in project delivery across the UK, the Middle East and Canada, with strong expertise in structural concrete. As part of the Laing O’Rourke technical leadership team, Lee’s key responsibilities lie in project management, from early engagement and tender to delivery on site.

Don Wimpenny Technical Director, Jacobs

Don is a chartered engineer and a Fellow of the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining and the UK Institute of Concrete Technology, with over 30 years’ experience in the specification and performance of concrete. He has been involved in the durability planning of major infrastructure projects around the world, with long design lives under a wide range of service conditions, including Sydney Metro and Dubai Metro.

Dr Nina Cardinal National Technical Manager, Hanson Cement

Nina has 25 years of experience as a technical materials expert. Dr Cardinal started her career in research in the steel industry, where she has led multi‐partner R&D projects, before moving into technical roles associated with engineering steels.

Related Resources & Events

<h4>IStructE Chartered member exam preparation course 2025</h4>

IStructE Chartered member exam preparation course 2025

This course held over six weeks helps you prepare for the Institution's Chartered Membership Exam.

Date – 18 February 2025
Location – University of Bristol Queens Building University Walk Bristol BS8 1TR
Price – £100
Course
<h4>Practical law: dealing with domestic clients - March 2025</h4>

Practical law: dealing with domestic clients - March 2025

This half-day course is tailored for engineers operating within the domestic and small commercial sectors. It aims to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of specific contractual and legal challenges they may encounter. Additionally, it highlights common legal pitfalls that can be mitigated through proper awareness and understanding.

Date – 26 March 2025
Location – Online
Price – £245.00
Visit
<h4>Application Status of Integrated Construction (MiC) in Hong Kong – Technical Visit</h4>

Application Status of Integrated Construction (MiC) in Hong Kong – Technical Visit

Technical Visit to Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) Factory in Mainland China

Date – 29 March 2025
Location – Huizhou and Pingshan, Mainland China
Price – HK$600