OUR SERVICES

Amazing Structures… It’s What We Do

WHAT WE OFFER

An energetic group of engineers with a passion for structural design and problem solving ensures we meet your design challenges on every project. Where others provide excuses, we provide solutions!

STRUCTURAL DESIGN

Our structural engineering services include structural analysis, design, evaluations, development of construction documents, and construction administration services for all types of structures. We provide creative ideas and practical solutions utilizing the latest technology in building sciences. Our engineers use a variety of specialized software to provide two and three dimensional analysis for static and dynamic load conditions.

STRUCTURAL DESIGN CAPABILITIES

  • Steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structures of all sizes
  • Experience with National, State, and local building codes
  • High-wind loads for hurricane prone coastal areas
  • Flood risk analysis (FEMA Design Guidelines)
  • Earthquake/Seismic evaluation
  • Heavy industrial and equipment support
  • Industrial crane, hoist, and trolley systems
  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
  • Blast resistant structures
  • Sustainable design (LEED)

STRUCTURAL RENOVATION

We offer comprehensive engineering services to evaluate and assess building structures to address a number of common scenarios. We have experience working with the many challenges presented by older buildings – like missing or incomplete original construction documents, unknown building materials or site conditions, undocumented building changes, damage from previous remodels, inaccessibility to areas of the structure, and preservation of historical elements.

STRUCTURAL RENOVATION CAPABILITIES

  • Knowledge of historical building codes and design manuals
  • Historical building and aging structures
  • Structural retrofit for new applications
  • Upgrades to comply with current building codes
  • Additions to existing structures
  • Change of Occupancy upgrades

STRUCTURAL OBSERVATION

We know engineering doesn’t only take place behind a desk in an office. From typical construction observations to working with third-party testing agencies to perform forensic and testing services on-site, we provide observation services for owners, architects, and contractors that are tailored specifically to your project needs.

STRUCTURAL OBSERVATION CAPABILITIES

  • Construction observations and reports
  • Documentation of existing structures
  • Compliance with construction documents
  • Forensic/expert witness work
  • Field engineering support
  • Detailed technical reports

DESIGN BUILD

We are firm believers that team work leads to success!  Working with owners, contractors, and other members of the design team, we utilize the best methods to deliver design-build projects successfully while ensuring better outcomes – like shortened project schedules, creative design and construction solutions, and lowered total project costs.

DESIGN BUILD CAPABILITIES

  • Preliminary planning and development
  • Design assist services
  • Structural cost analysis exercises
  • Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)
  • Virtual design and construction utilizing BIM
  • Fast-track delivery of construction documents

PEER REVIEW

Engineering, construction, and building materials are rapidly changing with building codes continuously revised, design software updated often, and new building products being introduced almost daily. We take a collaborative and communicative approach to all Peer Reviews, providing an independent analysis of the structure and then constructively communicating any concerns, questions, or discrepancies. We treat the process as a learning opportunity to build trusting relationships with the owner and all members of the design team.

PEER REVIEW CAPABILITIES

  • Review of structural engineering concepts
  • Constructability review
  • Technical review of design details
  • Review for code compliance
  • Alternate structural systems and solutions
  • Uniformity and quality control review

CONDITION ASSESSMENTS

Aging or damaged buildings and facilities can pose substantial challenges to owners. Over time, building components may need service, repair, upgrade, or even replacement. We work with owners and facility managers to provide accurate and objective assessments used to determine operating life, service capacity, maintenance programs, and capital budgets for all types of structures.

CONDITION ASSESSMENT CAPABILITIES

  • Evaluations of existing structures
  • Develop concept options for improvements
  • Assessment of design errors
  • Assessment of construction and materials defects
  • Determine extent of structural damage
  • Feasibility studies for future use
  • Schematic designs for scope of work and pricing

VALUE ENGINEERING

We utilize more than 40 years of combined experience to eliminate unnecessary expenses to bring your project back in budget. Our engineers know how to provide alternate cost-effective solutions without reducing the value or integrity of your project so that you can enjoy maximum return on investment. We provide a comprehensive analysis and review to determine potential opportunities for cost savings on projects of any size.

VALUE ENGINEERING CAPABILITIES

  • Assist owners in making informed decisions
  • Participate in design team value analysis sessions
  • Provide alternate cost-effective solutions
  • Identify potential future risks associated with costs
  • Ability to “think outside the box” for solutions
  • Collaborate with contractors to lower construction costs
  • Eliminate over-engineered systems to lower costs

NON-STRUCTURAL DESIGN

It’s not part of the building structure, but it still needs structural support. From relatively simple to entirely complex structures with moving and actuated parts, we have the expertise to assist clients with non-standard and innovative projects to provide the necessary structural support.

NON-STRUCTURAL CAPABILITIES

  • Analysis and design for complex retail sales fixtures
  • Seismic and wind connections for MEP components
  • Anchorage of architectural features for seismic and wind
  • Support of suspended ceiling systems
  • Analysis and design for storage rack systems
  • Suspended stair systems

CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING

We are highly knowledgeable of construction issues and understand that each project presents challenges during construction that musts be considered. We work with contractors to accurately and efficiently resolve these challenges with practical solutions. We fully understand the construction process is critically important to a projects success.

CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING CAPABILITIES

  • Shoring and lateral bracing systems
  • Construction load reviews
  • Crane foundations
  • Erection plans
  • Fall restraint systems
  • Construction barricades