Partridge is a leading multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy with over four decades of experience delivering innovative and technically excellent outcomes across Australia and internationally. Founded in Sydney in 1982, Partridge has evolved into a respected provider of comprehensive engineering services, including structural, civil, hydraulic, stormwater, remedial, forensic, and event engineering.
We specialise in the structural analysis and design of bespoke structures and buildings, working collaboratively with architects, designers, builders, and public agencies to realise complex design aspirations while ensuring safety, sustainability, and constructability. Our expertise spans a wide variety of sectors, including residential, multi-residential, commercial, institutional, heritage, and unique public domain projects.
Partridge is known for its creative and tailored engineering solutions, particularly in projects that demand innovative approaches — from award-winning residential designs to the structural engineering of public art installations and challenging adaptive reuse works. Our team’s work reflects a commitment to collaboration, clever thinking, and quality outcomes that balance design intent with technical rigour, environmental sensitivity, and cost efficiency.
Across all disciplines, we emphasise strong communication, integrated project delivery, and a thoughtful understanding of heritage and context, ensuring that each project contributes positively to its community and built environment.
| Name & Title | Discipline | Qualifications | Professional affiliations/registrations | Employed since | Special Competence | Experience |
| Peter Standen Managing Director | Structural | BE (Hons1) BSc GAICD
| MIEAust CPEng NER (Structural and Civil) RPEQ (15512) RPE VIC RPE NSW Design Practitioner NSW Certifying Engineer NT APEC Engineer IntPE (Aus) ACSE AICD
| 22 Nov 2004 | – Heritage, remedial engineering, and adaptive reuse projects – Complex geometry, unique structures, and structural design for art and public installations
| After working as an engineer across all areas of Partridge for 17 years, Peter was appointed as Managing Director in 2019. Peter has a keen interest in complex geometry, adventurous structural design, unique structures and art projects, as well as remedial engineering and heritage projects. Peter enjoys developing clever solutions using a first principles engineering approach leveraged by modern technology.
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| Eamonn Madden Director | Structural | BE MSc (Struc)
| FIEAust CPEng NER (Structural) APEC Engineer IntPE(Aus) BSP Tasmania ACSE EA National Heritage Committee EA Engineering Heritage Sydney MIEI
| 06 Apr 1989 | – Bespoke structures – Structural use of glazing – Entertainment and event structures – Public Artwork | With over 40 years of experience in structural and heritage work in Ireland, the UK, and Australia, Eamonn is a strong advocate for creative design. Joining Partridge in 1989, Eamonn was managing director between 2009 and 2019. His areas of interest include bespoke structures, structural use of glazing, entertainment and event structures, and public artwork. A leader in the engineering industry, Eamonn is a former president and board member of the Association of Consulting Structural Engineers (ACSE) NSW and is on the Engineers Australia National Heritage Committee. Eamonn continues to give lectures in structural engineering in both Ireland and Australia.
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| Nicholas Joannides Director | Remedial | BE (Hons 1) MEngSc
| FIEAust CPEng NER RPEQ APEC Eng RPE NSW Design Practitioner NSW (DEP0001480) IntPE(Aus) ACSE MBA BSP Tasmania
| 01 Dec 1983 | – Expert Opinion Evidence – Structural Design and Supervision – Forensic Engineering – Remedial Engineering – Project Management – Heritage Engineering | Nick joined Partridge in 1983 and was appointed director in 1987. Nick has extensive experience in structural design and remediation. His particular interest lies in investigative and forensic engineering, and the application of new and innovative concrete repair techniques are his passion. Nick is involved in forensic investigation and reporting of building defects, as well as the scopes and project management of remedial works, and is sought for his expert opinion. For over 30 years, Nick has acted as a heritage engineer on numerous domestic, institutional and commercial heritage listed buildings. Responsible for project control and design of residential, commercial, and industrial developments, Nick provides technical review and implementation.
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| Shane Denvir Senior Associate | Structural | BA BAI
| MIEAust CPEng NER Design Practitioner NSW | 23 Nov 2020 | – Specialist expertise in steel and timber design | Shane enjoys architecturally daring projects and pushing the boundaries of engineering design to achieve architectural intent. With both new and heritage projects under his belt, and a particular focus on the design of steel and timber, he balances his technical knowledge with site experience. Joining Partridge in 2020, Shane brings his enthusiasm to the team from 14 years of projects in the UK, Ireland, UAE and Australia, including work in high end residential, logistics, commercial, hospitality, and shoring.
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| Tadd Walford Senior Associate | Structural | BE(Hons) Dip. PM
| MIEAust CPEng NER APEC, IntPE Design Practitioner NSW PE VIC RPEQ | 20 Jun 2016 | – Concrete – Steel – Masonry – Timber – Investigation, reporting & remediation of building defects and adaptive reuse heritage projects | Tadd has a passion for problem solving and thinking outside the box, and relishes any opportunity to do so, whether it be in the role of design engineer, project manager or as an expert witness. Joining us in 2016, Tadd brings over 13 years of experience in consulting, design and site supervision. Project experience includes residential, industrial, commercial, and civil works. Tadd’s specialist knowledge includes concrete, steel, masonry, and timber, and the investigation, reporting, and remediation of building defects and adaptive reuse heritage projects.
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| David Leonard Associate | Structural | BEng (civil) MSc (struct eng)
| NER (Structural) CPEng
| 02 Aug 2021 | David Leonard has a proven track record of successfully delivering a wide range of projects. With over a decade of expertise in the United Kingdom and Australia, David has left his mark on new build ventures, refurbishments, and heritage developments alike. From luxurious high-end residences to multi-storey apartments and mixed-use buildings, his portfolio reflects his versatility in handling diverse architectural endeavours, including commercial, healthcare, educational, and institutional projects.
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| Nikki Akbari Associate | Structural | BE(Hons 1) BDesArch
| MIEAust CPEng NER (Structural) RPE NSW RPEQ
| 13 Jan 2014 | – High-end residential structures – Unique architectural projects, including tensile structures and zoo facilities – Complex playgrounds – Public artwork | Nikki is an accomplished structural engineer with over 10 years of experience specialising in a wide range of complex projects. Nikki’s expertise lies in the design of high-end residential structures, unique architectural projects including tensile structures and zoo facilities, complex playgrounds, and public artwork. With a background in both architecture and engineering studies, Nikki brings unique perspective to her work, seamlessly integrating structural elements into the overall design vision with an eye for design and a passion to delivering exceptional results. Nikki brings to the project team an ability to communicate complex engineering concepts, creative problem-solving abilities, and commitment to delivering innovative and efficient solutions.
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| Casthuri Kamalaraj Associate | Structural | MEng Sc (Structural) BE (Civil) (Hons 1) BDesArch
| CPEng NER (Structural) RPE NSW City East College Industry Mentor Consult Australia FutureNet Committee Member WIDAC Industry Mentor
| 18 Jan 2021 | – Bespoke architectural design | Casthuri joined Partridge in January 2021 with over 8 years experience in a wide range of sectors. She has a strong passion for bespoke architectural designs and working with the architect to deliver creative solutions. Casthuri is responsible for the delivery of projects in the commercial and residential sector. |
| Jon Butler Associate | Structural | Meng CEng
| MIStructE MIEAust PE(VIC) NER (Structural) | 03 May 2021 | – Heritage, adaptive reuse, commercial, and high-end residential projects – Bespoke structural solutions for complex and constrained existing buildings – Collaborative design development, resolving heritage sensitivities into buildable outcomes
| Jonathan joined Partridge in May 2021 with over 10 years of experience across a wide variety of structural engineering projects, primarily in the areas of commercial, infrastructure and high end residential, across UK, Australia, and Middle East. Jonathan has extensive experience in delivering unique and challenging projects of all sizes. He enjoys collaborating with all stakeholders of the design process to find well-considered structural solutions, turning complex design briefs into simple, buildable and cost-effective structural solutions whilst meeting the aesthetic and functional requirements.
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| Alan Dowling Associate | Structural | BSc(Eng)(Hons) Dip.Eng
| MIEAust CPEng NER RPEQ | 11 May 2021 | – Concrete, steel, masonry, and timber | Alan enjoys all things engineering, never shying away from a challenge and demonstrates his analytical approach to problem solving, at all times. Joining Partridge in 2021 he brings 15 years of consulting with four years as a site engineer. Past and current projects involve design and site supervision of residential, industrial, and commercial. He is experienced in concrete, steel, masonry, and timber, having worked in various countries across the world such as Ireland, the UK, Canada and Australia. |
| Wytse Teerling Associate | Remedial | B Eng (B Blt Env)
| MBSIP SCA (NSW) | 21 Nov 2022 | – Defect assessment, remedial design, and monument restoration | Wytse brings over 20 years of experience in the construction industry, specializing in remedial building engineering. With a background of eight years at the City Council of Amsterdam and 8 years leading projects in Australia, he leads a team of engineers and provides expert consultancy services. Wytse’s expertise encompasses various aspects, including defect assessments, project inspections, estimation works, quality management, and stakeholder engagement. His experience in the European market adds valuable insights to the Australian building industry, particularly in advanced remedial engineering and monument restoration. Passionate about detail, delivering quality and innovative solutions, Wytse fosters communication, excellence, and growth within his team, ensuring proactive engagement and staying ahead of future strategies.
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| Michael McLean Associate | Remedial | BE (Materials) (Hons) CPEng
| MIEAust PE(VIC) RPEQ ACA ACRA Institute of Engineers NAWIC
| 18 Aug 2025 | – Corrosion investigation and cathodic protection design – Concrete technology and durability assessment, – Service life modelling – Remediation of deteriorated concrete and steel structures – Specification drafting, testing, quality assurance, and condition assessment | Michael is an experienced engineer who delivers innovative remedial solutions across industrial, marine, and infrastructure projects. He manages investigations, design, and remediation, applying expertise in corrosion control, concrete durability, and structural assessment, while ensuring compliance with Australian construction standards through technical documentation, specification development, and quality assurance processes. |
| Ewelina Sowada Associate | Hydraulic | MSc Eng Dip Eng
| MIEAust (Env/Civil) | 15 Mar 2021 | – Drainage, WSUD systems, flood assessments, and earthworks for public and private sector projects – Roads, car parks, access ramps, and modifications/diversions to existing drainage infrastructure
| Ewelina is a civil engineer within the Hydraulic group of Partridge and has close to 20 years’ experience in civil engineering. She has worked on a wide range of projects including public and private sector development works. Her experience in the fields of civil engineering design and supervision. Acting as team leader, principal designer and project manager for a range of developments for government, institutional and private clients. Various projects include design of drainage schemes for commercial and residential developments, design of WSUD systems, flood assessments, design of surface levels, bulk earthworks, extensions to the existing drainage schemes, diversions of the existing public and private drainage systems, roads, car parks and vehicular access/driveway ramp design. |
| Andy Hughes Associate | Hydraulic | MSc (Env. Eng.)
| CEng MICE | 5 Aug 2024 | – Stormwater, flood mitigation, SuDS/WSUD, residential subdivisions, urban regeneration, and highways | Andy is a civil and environmental engineer with over 10 years’ experience in design and project management of a variety of civil engineering and environmental schemes from inception right through to completion. With a passion for integrated water management within communities, he is equipped with the skills required to tackle a wide range of work including stormwater design, flood mitigation, SuDS / WSUD design, residential sub-divisions, urban regeneration, public green spaces and highways schemes. Andy’s collaborative approach has seen him work successfully as a part of multi-disciplinary teams to deliver numerous projects. He has been engaged in tender and contract administration as well as design and supervision. He has experience with a wide range of public and private sector clients and has worked on projects throughout the UK and Ireland as well as Australia, China and East Africa.
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