ABOUT FRIENDS CIVIL ENGINEERING

Expertise you can trust, results you can rely on

Our team of qualified civil engineers bring years of experience and deep expertise to every project, ensuring that every detail is handled with care and precision. At Fe we do not just work with our clients, we partner with them to make a positive impact in the community.

Our Story

FRIENDS Civil Engineering was founded by two friends who are highly qualified, expert engineers.

At Fe We take pride in being different from other civil engineering companies. We never outsource to offshore design centers or use inexperienced, junior level staff. Our work is prepared in-house, ensuring exceptional quality and safety standards. We value transparency and expertise, and our team consists of only the most qualified civil engineers who are committed to delivering outstanding results. We are not interested in being the largest company or having the highest turnover. Instead, our mission is to provide an expert service and to take pride in every project from start to finish, no matter how big or small.

We believe that our role in the community is just as important as the civil infrastructure we build. Honesty and integrity are at the core of our values. We believe in building strong relationships with our clients based on trust, respect, and unparalleled expertise. Our team navigates complex challenges with creative solutions while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and sustainability. We are the experts you can trust, and we deliver results that you can rely on. Our team are committed to making a positive impact through our work and we look forward to partnering with you to bring your vision to life.

We don't just work with our clients, we partner with them.

Civil Engineering Reimagined

"When we started Fe, we wanted to do things differently. We have harnessed our extensive expertise and experience from working at some of the word's largest engineering consultancies in order to build a company that's friendlier, approachable and refreshingly human. We are genuinely passionate about what we do, but also HOW we do it. Our secret sauce? A tight-knit team and a vibrant culture that sets us apart. We don't just claim it to care; we place our people at the heart of everything we do".

Grant Halcrow, Director of Friends Civil Engineering

Meet The Team

Dr Rodney Ronalds

Founder & Chartered Engineer

Rodney has a First Class Honours Degree in Civil Engineering, a Master of Business Administration, and a Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering. He is a Chartered Civil Engineer and is currently registered on State, National and International engineering boards.

Rodney is a civil engineering expert that has held senior leadership positions in both large and small engineering consultancies during his career. He has experienced all aspects of the civil engineering life cycle and can reliably overcome all challenges that may arise during your project.

Rodney is also an active researcher in the fields of advanced civil engineering and hydrology, who has numerous published theory papers and regularly presents at national and international conferences. He is well positioned and respected in the development, legislative/authorities and educational sectors.

He is an “on the tools” guy who does the work and solves the problems. He won’t shy away from a challenge and will get the job done.

Call Rodney on 0415 704 063 or email rodney@friendsengineer.com.

Grant Halcrow

Founder & Chartered Engineer

Grant has a Degree in Civil Engineering and is a Chartered Civil Engineer, holding current registrations on State, National and International engineering boards.

Grant’s professional career has spanned across small consultancies up to large international firms. His involvement in projects can include client conception and master planning, through to the delivery of the project design and supervising the construction phase completion. He is a well-respected leader in his field and has a proven track record of success for his clients. Grant consistently delivers practical and innovative solutions across master planning, civil engineering design and construction.

Not only does Grant add value to projects with an in-depth technical knowledge, he is a hands-on, commercially-minded engineer. Grant is also comfortable working locally, nationally or internationally, and will draw on his extensive expertise for your projects – no matter how large or small.

Grant is a straight-shooter who cares about making your civil engineering project run smoothly and efficiently, and most importantly, will always be happy to assist you.

Call Grant on 0422 024 440 or email grant@friendsengineer.com.

Trent Mellier

Principal Civil Designer

Trent has an Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering with a professional career that has spanned over 30 years.

Trent's involvement in projects starts at the development application stage and master planning, then carries through to the detailed design and drafting delivery of project design. His design and drafting skills are bolstered by a passion for practical construction, and Trent produces clear and concise plan delivery, always thinking long-term to ensure no unwanted project surprises.

Trent has a career project list covering all States for both Private and Local Government clients. He draws on this invaluable project experience and knowledge base for your project, regardless of whether in DA or detailed design phase.

Trent is extremely approachable and a class act.

Call Trent on 0421 334 584 or email trent@friendsengineer.com.

Jimmy Davies

Senior Civil Designer

Jimmy is a Senior Civil Designer with a decades experience in the preparation of computer-generated design models and documentation of final detailed design drawings. He is a qualified designer with a Cert IV Civil Construction Design, as well as a BA degree.

As a designer and drafter, he has been involved in delivering a road range of civil engineering projects throughout Queensland from preliminary design through to construction, including road design projects, built form projects, townhouse developments and greenfield subdivision developments.

Jimmy is a great bloke with impeccable standards of service and delivery of his projects.

Call Jimmy on 0403 545 670 or email jimmy@friendsengineer.com.

Alex Rowlands

Chartered Engineer

Alex has a First Class Honours Degree in Civil Engineering and a Bachelor of Business. He is a Chartered Civil Engineer, holding current registrations on State, National and International engineering boards.

Alex’s professional career has focused on small consultancies seeking a personal hands on touch.

His passion for development application report and problem solving, through to the delivery of the project design and supervising the construction phase.

Alex adds value to projects with an in-depth technical knowledge, he is a hands-on, commercially-minded engineer. Alex is also comfortable working locally, nationally or internationally, with a focus on South East QLD and Northern NSW.

Alex has a high standards of service and delivery of his projects and will always be happy to assist you. Call Alex on 0414 970 818 or email alex@friendsengineer.com.

Stefan Heyward

Civil Engineer

Stefan has a Degree in Civil Engineering and is a Member of Engineers Australia.

Stefan has a diverse portfolio of projects to his credit and has completed numerous urban and infill projects in South East QLD and Northern NSW, including regional assessment of trunk infrastructure. His skills set is bolstered by his 10 years as a Mechanical Fitter across Australia, where he was on the tools for several large civil construction and pipeline projects. His work experience includes stormwater quality and quantity, development approvals, bulk earthworks, road and drainage, sewerage and water reticulation design and construction.

Given Stefan’s track record and site history, he can deliver practical and innovative solutions across master planning, civil engineering design and construction.

Stefan has impeccable standards of service and delivery of his projects. Call Stefan on 0457 598 928 or email stefan@friendsengineer.com

Bruno Pinheiro Dos Santos

Civil Engineer

Bruno has an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering and a Bachelor of Property.

Bruno has designed and prepared documentation for a wide range of civil engineering projects in South East QLD including, but not limited to, concept design and detailed design (water, sewer, stormwater, bulk earthworks) for brownfield subdivisions and townhouse developments.

Due to his extensive property knowledge, Bruno can easily think from a developer’s perspective and is able to swiftly evaluate the diverse impacts a civil engineering solution might have and strives to minimise this whenever possible.

Bruno upholds exceptional standards in service and project delivery and is always eager to lend a hand.

Call Bruno on 0410 078 451 or email bruno@friendsengineer.com

Global Expertise, Seamless Collaboration: Our Team Thrives Remotely and Welcomes Projects Worldwide!

Our team works remotely and offers worldwide civil engineering services

Industry Associations

Friends Civil Engineering have a strong and active relationship with the following industry associations:

Urban Development Institute of Australia

The Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) was established in 1971 and is Queensland's largest network of community creators who are an integral part of Queensland’s property development industry.

Stormwater Australia/Queensland

Stormwater Australia seeks to facilitate effective stormwater management by providing leadership, representation and services to the stormwater industry. They promote and advocate for effective stormwater management and raise the professional standards of practice.

Griffith University Cities Institute

The Griffith University Cities Institute are Australia’s largest research facility focused on all aspects of cities and urbanisation. They conduct quality research in collaboration with government, industry and community that aims to address the complex issues cities and communities face throughout Australasia