Structural engineering turns a proposed building or alteration into a coordinated structural design. Gunderson Engineering provides engineering and design services for residential, commercial and industrial projects in the states we serve.
When should you involve a structural engineer?
Involve the engineering team when planning a new building, an addition or changes to structural elements. Share the project location, proposed use, architectural plans and a description of the work. The team reviews this information and confirms the engineering scope and any additional records needed.
What does structural engineering include?
- Structural plans and design for the agreed project scope.
- Foundation engineering based on the proposed structure and available site information.
- Analysis of loads, materials and structural systems.
- Engineering for renovations, additions and modifications.
- Drawing reviews and coordination with architects, drafters and contractors.
What information helps with foundation engineering?
Provide the proposed building plans, available foundation records, relevant site information and any existing geotechnical reports. For changes to an existing structure, include photographs and documents describing its current condition. Our team identifies the information required for the engineering design. Site investigations, testing and inspections must be arranged with appropriate separate providers where needed.
How do engineers work with architects and contractors?
The architectural layout helps establish the building’s appearance and intended use. Structural engineering addresses the supporting elements and their design requirements. Coordination helps the project team work from consistent drawings. Contractors perform the construction and installation.
Do structural engineers build or inspect the work?
Our role at Gunderson Engineering is engineering and design. We do not perform construction or inspections. A contractor and the appropriate inspection providers handle those parts of the project. Our engineering team can address drawing revisions and engineering questions within the agreed scope.
How are structural calculations used?
Structural calculations evaluate the loads, material properties and forces relevant to a design. The engineering team develops the analysis around the proposed structural system, intended use and applicable project criteria. Plans and supporting documentation are coordinated within the scope confirmed for the project.
Can you review drawings prepared by another team?
Drawing reviews and redline services are available for residential and commercial projects. Send the current drawing set and explain the review requested. Marked-up comments identify revisions or coordination items for the design team to address.
How are fees and deliverables determined?
Project size, complexity, available information and the requested work affect the engineering scope. Fees, deliverables and timing are confirmed in your proposal. Share any permit comments or target dates with your request.
Start with your project information
Send your project address, proposed work and available plans to our team. For an existing project, include the project number and relevant correspondence.
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