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TIMOTHY JOHN HETHERINGTON, MEng, Chartered Structural Engineer, MIStructE

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Edinburgh
Forensic Structural Engineering – Educational Buildings, Historic Structures, and Temporary Works

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Professional Summary

TIMOTHY JOHN HETHERINGTON, MEng, Chartered Structural Engineer, MIStructE is a Structural Engineering Expert specializing in expert witness services for construction-related disputes. With a career spanning diverse roles from Graduate Engineer to Director, he brings a comprehensive understanding of both public and private sector construction projects to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing compliance with engineering standards, and evaluating whether construction practices meet industry norms.

Mr. Hetherington has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving major infrastructure works, tall mixed-use buildings, and public health facilities. His MEng in Structural Engineering, along with his Chartered Structural Engineer and MIStructE certifications, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving structural engineering and construction practices.

Work Experience

AED Consulting Engineers — Director | 2008–Present

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Timothy Hetherington specializes in structural engineering, focusing on both modern and historic building projects.

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  • 1structural design of large buildings
  • 2historic building restoration projects
  • 3expert witness services in construction disputes

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Education

  • MEng

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