Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Consulting Engineers in West Hartford
Cianci Engineering is a third-generation family-owned consulting engineering firm with over 30 years of experience delivering structural engineering solutions. Our team combines deep technical expertise with a commitment to client collaboration, providing services ranging from structural design to forensic investigations and expert testimony. Founded in 1973, we have built a reputation for professionalism and precision, working closely with architects, contractors, and legal professionals. Our services include structural engineering for commercial and residential projects, forensic analysis of building failures, and independent threshold reviews mandated by Connecticut building codes. We maintain offices in West Hartford, Connecticut, strategically located near major transportation corridors for client accessibility.Our engineers hold professional licenses and bring decades of cumulative experience to every project, ensuring compliance with current building standards. We specialize in both new construction and the evaluation of existing structures, offering tailored solutions for complex engineering challenges. Our forensic investigation services address damage assessment and restoration planning following structural failures or natural disasters. We provide litigation support through expert testimony in court proceedings and alternative dispute resolution forums. With a legacy of excellence spanning generations, we remain dedicated to advancing engineering practices while prioritizing client needs and community safety.
Services
Consulting Engineering
Structural Design
Forensic Investigations
Expert Testimony
Threshold Reviews
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of structural engineering experience
- Our team includes third-generation licensed professional engineers
- Specialized forensic investigation and litigation support services
- Proven expertise in Connecticut building code compliance
- Family-owned firm with generational engineering knowledge
Services
Consulting Engineering
We provide comprehensive consulting engineering services including third-party opinions, general consulting, and specialized structural evaluations. Our expertise covers existing condition surveys, component designs, and temporary shoring solutions. Clients benefit from our technical proficiency and adherence to current building codes for diverse engineering challenges.
Structural Design
As Structural Engineers of Record, we collaborate with architects to create efficient structural systems for commercial and residential buildings. Our services include wood and steel framing design, seismic and wind load analysis, and construction administration. We ensure structural integrity while maintaining design efficiency across various building types.
Forensic Investigations
Our forensic engineering services identify structural failure causes and develop restoration plans. We assess damage from collapses, natural disasters, and construction defects, providing detailed reports for insurance claims and legal proceedings while ensuring compliance with modern building standards.
Expert Testimony
We offer expert witness services in litigation matters, including court testimony and arbitration support. Our engineers provide technical analysis and professional opinions for construction disputes, building failures, and code compliance issues across state and federal jurisdictions.
Threshold Reviews
Following Connecticut's building safety regulations, we conduct independent threshold reviews for high-risk projects. Our services verify structural plans meet safety standards, helping prevent construction failures through rigorous engineering analysis and code enforcement verification.
People
Carl S. Cianci
President
Licensed Professional Engineer with over 30 years of experience. Founded the firm in 1986 after working with Mayo & Cianci, PC. Directs all design projects and provides forensic investigation services while leading the firm's strategic direction.
Paul A. Cianci
Vice President
Licensed Professional Engineer specializing in structural and building envelope systems. Joined in 2015 after six years at a national engineering firm. Holds BSCE and MSCE degrees from Villanova University with expertise in construction administration.
Peter B. Gourlie
Staff Engineer
Experienced structural engineer designing commercial, industrial, and residential projects. Specializes in wood and steel structures with seismic and wind load analysis. Provides special inspection services during construction phases for quality assurance.
Giovanni S. Messina
CAD Operator
AutoCAD expert with over 30 years of experience preparing construction documents. Coordinates structural drawings with engineers and architects, generating detailed technical documentation for diverse engineering projects since joining in 1987.
Christopher J. Zmuda
Project Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Handles various project sizes with expertise in forensic investigations and computational analysis. Experienced in international engineering standards and government project compliance requirements.
Questions
What engineering services does Cianci Engineering offer?
We provide structural design, forensic investigations, expert testimony, threshold reviews, and consulting engineering services for commercial and residential projects.
How long has Cianci Engineering been in business?
Our firm has operated continuously since 1973, evolving through three generations of engineering expertise in structural design and analysis.
Do you handle both new construction and existing buildings?
Yes, we offer structural design for new projects and condition assessments for existing structures, including restoration planning and code compliance evaluations.
Can you assist with legal matters involving structural engineering?
Our engineers provide expert testimony and litigation support in construction disputes, building failures, and code compliance issues across multiple jurisdictions.
Are your engineers licensed professionals?
All our principal engineers hold Professional Engineer (P.E.) licenses in Connecticut with specialized expertise in structural engineering disciplines.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in West Hartford, we serve clients throughout Connecticut with structural engineering solutions tailored to local building regulations.
