Business Details
28 Years
experience
Trusted Construction Engineering Consultants in San Diego
Christian Wheeler Engineering was founded in 1998 by professionals committed to delivering technical excellence in geotechnical and geologic consulting. With over 25 years of experience, we specialize in construction inspection, building envelope consulting, and laboratory testing across Southern California. Our team of engineers, geologists, and certified inspectors provides tailored solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. We maintain a family-oriented culture while upholding SBE accreditation and industry-leading standards. In 2019, a new generation of leaders assumed ownership, ensuring continuity in quality and client-focused service.Our expertise spans fault hazard evaluations, slope stabilization, and forensic structural investigations. We operate certified laboratories meeting City of San Diego and CalTrans requirements. Our leadership team combines decades of experience with innovative approaches to complex engineering challenges. We prioritize collaboration with clients, designers, and contractors to achieve project success. Our commitment to technical rigor and community involvement has solidified our reputation as a trusted regional partner.
Services
Geotechnical Engineering
Building Envelope Consulting
Construction Inspection
Laboratory Testing
Geologic Hazard Assessments
Special Inspection Services
Soil Testing
Structural Investigations
Coastal Geology Analysis
Landslide Evaluations
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized geotechnical engineering experience in Southern California
- Our team includes certified engineering geologists and ICC-certified special inspectors
- We maintain City of San Diego and CalTrans-certified materials testing laboratories
- Our leadership transition in 2019 preserved technical expertise while introducing new innovation
- We provide comprehensive services from site investigation through construction completion
Associations and certifications
- SBE
Services
Geotechnical Engineering
Our geotechnical engineering services include subsurface investigations, slope stability analysis, and foundation recommendations. We assess seismic risks, liquefaction potential, and soil characteristics to develop site-specific solutions. Our team provides construction observation and compaction testing for residential and commercial projects across Southern California.
Building Envelope Consulting
We offer comprehensive building envelope consulting from design through construction. Our services include waterproofing inspections, ASTM testing, and forensic leak investigations. Our experts review construction documents and perform field testing to ensure compliance with building codes and performance standards for commercial structures.
Construction Inspection
Our certified inspectors provide special inspection services for concrete, steel, and masonry construction. We verify compliance with California Building Code and project specifications through continuous field observation and material sampling during construction activities across San Diego County.
Laboratory Testing
Our certified laboratories perform standard testing on construction materials including soils, concrete, and asphalt. We conduct gradation analysis, compressive strength tests, and durability assessments to ensure material compliance with CalTrans and City of San Diego requirements for infrastructure projects.
Geologic Consulting
Our certified engineering geologists evaluate geologic hazards including fault zones, coastal bluff stability, and landslide risks. We provide detailed reconnaissance reports and mitigation recommendations for development projects throughout Southern California's diverse geological environments.
People
Troy S. Wilson
President/CEO
With 25+ years in geotechnical consulting, Troy leads operations and project management. A registered professional geologist, he oversees technical services and client relations while maintaining industry leadership roles.
Charlie G. Carter Jr.
Vice President
A California-registered civil engineer with 26+ years in materials testing, Charlie directs inspection operations and provides forensic structural evaluations. He combines military leadership experience with technical expertise in construction compliance.
David R. Russell
Vice President
As director of geology, Dave specializes in slope stability and coastal erosion analysis. With expertise in geologic hazard evaluations, he leads technical teams in fault studies and landslide investigations across California.
Shawn Caya
Vice President
A registered geotechnical engineer with 25+ years in San Diego projects, Shawn leads subsurface investigations and provides technical guidance for residential and military developments while mentoring engineering staff.
Tayler J. A. Petersen
Vice President
As building envelope director, Tayler provides construction administration services and forensic leak investigations. A certified special inspector, he reviews construction documents and performs field testing for commercial and university projects.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve San Diego County and surrounding Southern California regions for all our engineering and consulting services.
What construction phases do you support?
Our services cover all project phases from initial site assessment through design, construction, and post-construction evaluations.
Do you provide laboratory testing services?
Yes, we maintain City of San Diego and CalTrans-certified laboratories for materials testing of soils, concrete, and construction materials.
Are your inspectors certified?
Our staff includes ICC-certified special inspectors and NICET-certified laboratory technicians meeting all state and local regulatory requirements.
What industries do you work with?
We serve residential, commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, and government sectors with tailored engineering solutions.
Do you handle geologic hazard assessments?
Yes, our certified engineering geologists perform fault evaluations, landslide studies, and coastal bluff stability analyses for development projects.
