Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Engineering Solutions in West Hartford
Cianci Engineering has been delivering expert engineering solutions since 1973, evolving from Mayo & Cianci, PC to Cianci & Cianci Consulting Structural Engineers before becoming Cianci Engineering, LLC in 2006. As a third-generation family-owned firm, we combine over 50 years of cumulative experience with technical expertise to serve clients across Connecticut and beyond. Our team specializes in structural engineering, forensic investigations, and expert testimony, maintaining a commitment to precision and client satisfaction. We prioritize understanding client needs to provide tailored solutions that meet both structural and regulatory requirements. With offices in West Hartford, our proximity to major highways ensures accessibility for local and regional projects.Our professionals hold licenses in multiple states and bring decades of experience to every assignment. We maintain rigorous quality standards through continuous professional development and adherence to evolving building codes. Our forensic engineering services help clients diagnose structural failures, while our design expertise supports diverse commercial and residential projects. We emphasize transparent communication throughout project lifecycles, from initial consultation to final execution. This dedication to excellence has earned us long-term relationships with architects, contractors, and private clients seeking reliable engineering partners.
Services
Consulting Engineering
Structural Design
Forensic Investigations
Expert Testimony
Threshold Reviews
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined engineering experience since 1973
- Our third-generation team maintains family-owned accountability
- We provide forensic investigation services for structural failures
- Our engineers hold licenses in multiple states
- We deliver code-compliant solutions for complex projects
Services
Consulting Engineering
We provide expert engineering consultation for structural assessments, third-party opinions, and construction guidance. Our services include existing condition surveys, component designs, and temporary shoring solutions. Clients benefit from our technical expertise in resolving complex structural challenges while maintaining compliance with current building codes.
Structural Design
Our structural design services cover commercial and residential projects as Structural Engineer of Record. We collaborate with architects to create efficient structural systems for new construction. Specialized expertise includes wood and steel framed structures, seismic loading calculations, and construction administration services to ensure design integrity during project execution.
Forensic Investigations
We conduct comprehensive forensic engineering investigations to determine structural failure causes. Services include damage assessment, origin analysis, and restoration scope development. Our team investigates hurricane damage, building collapses, and other structural failures to provide actionable solutions that meet current safety standards and regulatory requirements.
Expert Testimony
Our licensed engineers provide expert testimony services for legal proceedings. This includes deposition testimony, court appearances, and insurance appraisal support. With decades of experience, we offer technically sound opinions on structural failures and building code compliance for litigation matters involving construction disputes and property damage claims.
Threshold Reviews
We perform independent threshold reviews for construction projects exceeding regulatory size requirements. Our services ensure structural plans meet Connecticut's building safety standards following the L'Ambience Plaza collapse recommendations. This includes comprehensive plan reviews and technical assessments to verify compliance with current construction codes and safety regulations.
People
Carl S. Cianci
President
President and licensed Professional Engineer with 30+ years of experience. Founded Cianci & Cianci in 1986 and leads all design projects. Specializes in forensic investigations and expert testimony.
Paul A. Cianci
Vice President
Licensed Professional Engineer with 15+ years of experience. Joined in 2015 after working at national engineering firms. Specializes in structural analysis and building envelope systems.
Peter B. Gourlie
Staff Engineer
Licensed engineer with 25+ years of experience. Designs wood and steel structures, handles seismic loading calculations, and provides construction administration services for diverse building types.
Giovanni S. Messina
CAD Operator
35+ year veteran responsible for structural documentation. Coordinates construction drawings with engineers and architects using AutoCAD software to produce detailed technical plans.
Christopher J. Zmuda
Project Engineer
Licensed engineer with 7+ years of experience. Handles structural investigations and computations for diverse projects. Graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute with civil engineering degree.
Questions
What engineering services do you offer?
We provide structural design, forensic investigations, expert testimony, threshold reviews, and construction administration services for commercial and residential projects.
How long has your firm been in business?
Our firm has operated continuously since 1973, evolving through three generations of engineering expertise under different business names before becoming Cianci Engineering, LLC in 2006.
Do you handle both new construction and existing structures?
Yes, we serve as Structural Engineer of Record for new projects and conduct forensic evaluations for existing buildings requiring damage assessment or structural upgrades.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Connecticut with offices in West Hartford, but our licensed engineers work on projects across multiple states through reciprocal licensing agreements.
Can you provide expert testimony services?
Yes, our President has extensive experience providing expert testimony in state/federal courts, depositions, and insurance appraisals related to structural engineering matters.
