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16 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Structural Engineering Solutions in Brentwood, TN
Latta Structural Engineers is a consulting structural engineering firm located in Brentwood, Tennessee. Our philosophy centers on treating every client with respect and responsiveness while collaborating closely with all team members. We specialize in delivering quality construction documents that are clear and constructible, ensuring seamless project execution. Our engineers are registered in 29 states and hold Model Law Structural Engineer status with the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES), enabling prompt licensure across jurisdictions.With extensive experience in high-wind and high-seismic regions, we provide structural engineering services for diverse delivery methods, including fast-track, Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), and design-build. Our team has worked on projects coast to coast, ranging from healthcare facilities and educational institutions to commercial structures and international humanitarian efforts in Haiti. We are committed to maintaining professional affiliations and staying at the forefront of structural engineering advancements through continuous learning and industry engagement.
Services
Healthcare Structural Design
Educational Facility Engineering
Commercial Building Services
International Project Support
Seismic Retrofitting
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- Engineers registered in 29 states with Model Law Structural Engineer status.
- Specialized expertise in high-seismic and high-wind region projects.
- Proven track record in healthcare, educational, and commercial structural design.
- Collaborative approach ensuring client satisfaction and project success.
- Active involvement in international humanitarian engineering initiatives.
Associations and certifications
- National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES)
- Metro Government of Nashville and Davidson County
- U.S. Federal Government
Services
Healthcare Structural Design
We design structural systems for hospitals, surgery centers, and medical offices, addressing complex load requirements and regulatory standards. Our expertise includes seismic and wind-resistant designs for long-term acute care hospitals and rehabilitation facilities. Projects like Landmark Hospital of Savannah demonstrate our ability to deliver safe, durable healthcare infrastructure.
Educational Facility Engineering
Our team specializes in K-12 schools and university buildings, focusing on safety and functionality. We handle new constructions, renovations, and additions, such as Overall Creek Elementary School, ensuring compliance with educational space requirements and structural resilience in diverse environments.
Commercial Building Services
We provide structural solutions for warehouses, retail centers, and auto dealerships, emphasizing efficiency and code compliance. Projects like Ford Ice Center and Toyota of Murfreesboro highlight our ability to integrate functional design with cost-effective construction practices for commercial clients.
International Project Support
Our work in Haiti with Live Beyond includes designing hospitals, schools, and orphanages, transferring U.S. seismic standards to local construction. This initiative combines humanitarian goals with technical expertise to build sustainable infrastructure in disaster-prone regions.
Emergency Response Training
We offer post-disaster structural evaluation training aligned with FEMA protocols. Our team, including SEER-certified engineers, provides capacity-building for earthquake, flood, and windstorm response, ensuring communities are equipped for rapid recovery.
People
Trent E Latta
Principal
With over 15 years of experience, Trent founded Latta Structural Engineers after serving as COO of an international firm. He specializes in healthcare projects in high-risk seismic zones and holds licenses in 24 states. His expertise includes structural dynamics and earthquake engineering.
J Kirk Hodge
Structural Engineer
J Kirk Hodge has extensive experience in healthcare and educational facility design. He previously worked in Haiti post-earthquake, training local engineers in seismic standards. His background includes civic and commercial projects in California and Tennessee.
Johnny E Neely
Structural Technician
Johnny has over 15 years in structural detailing and drafting, utilizing BIM tools like Revit Structure. He supports projects from preliminary design to final approval, ensuring accuracy in demolition plans, new constructions, and complex structural systems.
Questions
What types of projects does Latta Structural Engineers specialize in?
We specialize in healthcare facilities, educational institutions, commercial buildings, and international humanitarian projects, including seismic retrofitting and high-wind region designs.
Are your engineers licensed in multiple states?
Yes, our engineers are registered in 29 states and hold Model Law Structural Engineer status for prompt licensure in other jurisdictions.
Does the firm have experience with disaster-resilient construction?
Yes, we design structures for high-seismic and high-wind regions and provide emergency response training through FEMA-certified professionals.
Can you work on international projects?
Yes, we provide structural engineering services for international initiatives, such as our ongoing work in Haiti with Live Beyond.
What delivery methods do you support?
We accommodate fast-track, Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), and design-build methodologies to meet project-specific needs.
