How Templates Transform Civil & Structural Engineering Workflows

In civil and structural engineering, many projects follow repeatable patterns.Whether it’s a residential extension, a multi-storey portal frame, or a precast fabrication check, the core steps, drawings, and specifications often look strikingly similar from job to job.

The difference is:

• Sometimes you’re starting from scratch.

• Sometimes you’re reinventing the wheel.

• And sometimes deadlines don’t leave space for perfect consistency.

That’s where engineering templates change the game.

What Do We Mean by Templates?

In Rezolve, a template is more than just a checklist. It’s a pre-built workflow that bundles together:

• CAD mark-up standards (line types, layers, title blocks)

• Notes and specification boilerplates (adaptable for codes and regions)

• Pre-defined tasks and sequencing (from CAD clean-up to peer review)

• Calculation proformas for common designs (e.g. wind loading, portal frame sizing)

• Quality gates that ensure checks are completed before sign-off

Instead of retyping notes, re-mapping layers, and re-creating tasks, you load the template and start with 80–90% of the work done.

Why Templates Matter for Engineers

1. Speed

No more manually setting up every project from zero. Templates get you into meaningful work faster.

2. Consistency

Line styles, notes, and title blocks match across all deliverables — whether it’s you or a colleague working.

3. Reduced Errors

Built-in checklists and automated CAD actions mean fewer missed steps and compliance oversights.

4. Knowledge Capture

Senior engineers can embed their best practices into templates, so junior team members follow proven workflows.

Examples

• Residential Structural Package: automatically converts architect’s CAD to structural standards, inserts title blocks, applies residential note library, and sets up calculation sheets for beams, columns, and footings.

• Portal Frame Design: task list for member design, base plate checks, stability checks, and shop drawing reviews.

• Precast Fabrication Check: automated mark-up layers for lifting points, reinforcement verification checklist, and issue register for supplier coordination.

  
  

How Rezolve Helps

At Rezolve, we provide:

• Pre-made, industry-tested templates for common structural and civil workflows.

• Custom template creation so your firm’s exact process is captured and reusable.

• Automation hooks — CAD conversions, note insertion, and calculation setup run in the background.

• Template sharing — roll out updates to your entire team or keep them private.

  
  

The result: faster project setup, fewer mistakes, and consistent, compliant deliverables.