MIHAI CHELMUS
Associate Director
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About Mihai Chelmus
Mihai Chelmus is an Associate Director at Swantest, where he has been a key part of the company since 2014 and is its longest-serving team member. Over this period, he has built extensive experience in structural testing, investigation and remediation support across UK construction and demolition projects.
In his current role, Mihai leads the planning and delivery of structural load testing, anchor verification, materials testing and complex structural investigations. He also oversees temporary works installation and contributes to remediation strategies, including carbon fibre strengthening systems and the development of bespoke testing solutions, such as adaptive rigs for complex or constrained environments.
Working within live construction and high-risk environments, Mihai ensures that all testing and investigative activities are carried out in accordance with UK standards, producing accurate, traceable, and defensible data to support structural safety, regulatory compliance, and confident project delivery.
Structural Testing, Investigation and Remediation
While construction testing and investigation are often treated as isolated site activities, evidence shows that structural verification, investigative accuracy, and compliant reporting are critical to ensuring safety, supporting remediation strategies, and achieving regulatory acceptance.
As Associate Director at Swantest, Mihai Chelmus oversees structural testing, investigations and remediation support, including floor load testing, anchor pull-out testing, plate load testing, concrete ferro scanning, carbon fibre strengthening and temporary works installation, ensuring that all activities are carried out in accordance with UK standards and deliver reliable, audit-ready data for construction projects.
Technical Scope & Responsibilities
Mihai Chelmus is responsible for managing and delivering:
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Structural testing across construction and infrastructure projects
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Structural investigations to assess condition, performance, and compliance
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Anchor pull-out testing and proof load verification
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Plate load testing and ground-bearing assessments
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Construction materials testing and verification
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Remediation support, including carbon fibre strengthening systems
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Temporary works installation and structural load setups
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Development of bespoke testing methodologies and procedures
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Design and implementation of adaptive testing rigs for complex applications
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Preparation and review of technical reports and compliance documentation
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Coordination of site testing operations, personnel, and logistics
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Ensuring compliance with UK standards and regulatory requirements
Structural testing and investigation are not driven by a single activity but by a combination of accurate load verification, detailed investigation, and compliant reporting. While testing is often treated as routine, evidence shows that structural verification, remediation support, and properly documented results are critical to safety and regulatory acceptance.
In practical terms, the role of an Associate Director at Swantest involves delivering structural testing, investigations, carbon fibre strengthening, temporary works, and bespoke testing solutions that produce reliable, audit-ready data for construction projects.