At ESE, we understand that successful structural engineering is about more than just meeting building codes—it’s about realizing a shared vision and achieving long-term project goals. Through our specialized services—Construction Support and Shoring Design, New Building Design, and Feasibility and Seismic Studies—we partner with our clients to enhance the quality, efficiency, and resilience of their projects. Here’s how ESE is uniquely positioned to support your project’s success and keep construction running smoothly.
Construction Support and Shoring Design: Ensuring a Smooth Construction Process
Our Construction Support services provide the coordination and expertise needed to keep projects on track. From clarifying design details to offering shoring solutions, we offer hands-on support that prevents costly delays and keeps construction running efficiently.
- Shoring Expertise: ESE also brings specialized expertise in shoring design, which is essential for complex projects. For example, in the Skyline College Building 2 project, our team was brought on board to provide shoring design for the general contractor. Although we were not the structural engineers of record for the building itself, our shoring design played a vital role in supporting the construction process safely and effectively.
- Types of Shoring: We’re skilled in various shoring applications, including excavation shoring and building shoring. This capability is unique among structural engineering firms, as many structural engineers of record do not handle shoring design. Our ability to provide standalone shoring solutions ensures that we’re able to meet the project’s needs even if we’re not the primary structural engineers.
With ESE’s construction support and shoring expertise, your project benefits from a partner who can address complex structural needs, coordinate with contractors, and ensure that the design integrity is preserved.
New Building Design: From Concept to Completion
Our New Building Design service supports architects, developers, and clients from the earliest stages of a project. We provide structural expertise that’s crucial in making early design decisions, helping our clients create structures that meet safety, design, and functionality goals.
- Early Collaboration for Optimal Design: When we’re brought in early, we help inform key decisions around structural systems and materials. This collaboration allows us to anticipate and address potential structural constraints before they become obstacles. For example, the selection of structural systems is often influenced by occupancy, use, and code requirements—factors that can impact not only safety but also cost and project timelines.
- Tailored Solutions for Efficiency: Our early involvement ensures that the project design is optimized from the beginning, minimizing the need for rework later on. When architects have insight into potential structural constraints early in the design phase, they’re able to make informed decisions that avoid unnecessary modifications down the line.
With ESE’s proactive approach to new building design, you gain a partner who understands your vision and helps make it a reality with efficient, well-coordinated structural solutions.
Feasibility and Seismic Studies: Informed Decision-Making for Project Success
Our Feasibility and Seismic Studies are vital for clients who need to assess the feasibility of structural changes or understand their property’s resilience in seismic zones.
- Feasibility Studies for Renovations and Additions: Clients planning renovations, additions, or even smaller changes like installing rooftop equipment can benefit from a feasibility study. Our team assesses the structural impact of proposed changes, from code requirements to construction logistics. For instance, adding a new floor or reconfiguring a building’s layout might trigger the need for additional structural support or retrofits.
- Detailed Structural Implications: Our studies address everything from enhancing framing to meet new load requirements to ensuring that local codes are satisfied. Depending on the scope, we may also determine whether a seismic retrofit is required, helping clients plan for any necessary structural adjustments.
- Seismic Studies for Safety Assurance: In seismic regions, understanding a building’s resilience to earthquakes is critical. Our seismic studies range from high-level evaluations to detailed, ASCE 41-guided analyses that check each structural component’s performance.
- Flexible Levels of Analysis: We offer a range of seismic assessment options based on client needs. This could mean a quick visual assessment for a basic understanding of seismic resilience or a detailed analysis involving advanced calculations. For example, a comprehensive seismic evaluation may take months and involves in-depth analysis that goes beyond a general overview, addressing specific structural vulnerabilities that could compromise building safety in an earthquake.
With ESE’s feasibility and seismic studies, you can make well-informed decisions about renovations, additions, and overall building safety, ensuring that your property is structurally sound and prepared for future demands.
We believe in keeping things simple and getting them right. Our team brings years of practical experience to every project, whether it’s providing construction support, designing new buildings, or conducting feasibility studies. We understand that clear communication and reliable engineering solutions are what matter most to our clients. When you work with us, you can expect honest answers, practical guidance, and the kind of careful attention to detail that comes from engineers who truly care about your project’s success.
