Howard I. Shapiro & Associates, Consulting Engineers, P.C.

Howard I. Shapiro & Associates exists to solve the critical construction issues facing our clients, both large and small. We provide a broad range of engineering services focused on tower and mobile crane lift planning, logistics, mean and methods, demolition, temporary stability and general consulting engineering to help our clients complete their projects as quickly, efficiently and safely as possible. We are a staff of over 50 highly trained engineers, technicians and expeditors with unparalleled experience and expertise in our field. Scope of Practice includes: - Mobile Crane, Tower Cranes and Derrick: * Selection * Logistics Planning * Installation Design * Erection & Dismantling Procedures for Tower Cranes * Engineering & Expediting for NYC Crane & Derrick Permits from DOB & DOT * Engineering & Expediting for NYC DOB Permits for Miscellaneous Construction Equipment - Engineering of Rigging & Heavy Lifts - Engineering for Building Demolition, Deconstruction and Alteration - Construction Site Logistics Planning - Investigation of Crane Accidents - Third Party Review of Structural Design of Cranes & Similar Construction Equipment - Design of shoring, scaffolding & sidewalk shed installations for building construction or alteration