Business Details
40 Years
experience
Award-Winning Structural Engineering Services in Nashville
Founded in 1986, EMC Structural Engineers PC has dedicated itself to forming productive relationships with clients across the United States. With over 280 years of collective experience, our team specializes in structural design, analysis, and engineering for commercial buildings, including office towers, healthcare facilities, mixed-use developments, and historic renovations. Licensed in all 50 states, DC, and Puerto Rico, we combine advanced technical expertise with practical problem-solving to deliver safe, efficient solutions. Our reputation is built on clear communication, adherence to schedules, and a commitment to exceeding client expectations through innovative engineering practices. 
Services
Structural Engineering
Healthcare Facilities
Corporate Office Buildings
Hotel Design
Structural Rehabilitation
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- Founded in 1986 with 39+ years of structural engineering expertise
- Nine licensed engineers with 280+ combined years of experience
- Licensed to operate in all 50 states, DC, and Puerto Rico
- Specialized experience in healthcare, hospitality, and historic renovations
- Proven track record with 100+ major projects nationwide
Services
Structural Engineering
Comprehensive structural engineering services for commercial buildings including new construction, additions, and renovations. Our team specializes in steel, concrete, and hybrid systems for office towers, healthcare facilities, and mixed-use developments. With expertise in seismic and wind-resistant design, we deliver code-compliant solutions that balance safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness for projects nationwide.
Healthcare Facilities
Specialized structural design for hospitals and medical centers ranging from new construction to complex additions. Our experience includes seismic upgrades, multistory patient towers, and adaptive reuse of existing facilities. We address unique healthcare requirements like vibration control and future expansion while maintaining strict compliance with building codes and accessibility standards for medical infrastructure.
Corporate Office Buildings
Design and engineering services for Class-A office buildings from single-story structures to high-rise towers. Our portfolio includes post-tensioned concrete systems, steel-framed developments, and mass timber constructions. We specialize in integrating parking solutions, amenity spaces, and sustainable design elements while ensuring structural integrity and cost-effective construction methods for commercial office environments.
Hotel Design
Structural engineering for hotels ranging from boutique properties to 30-story towers. Our expertise covers wood-frame, steel, and concrete construction for hospitality projects including rooftop amenities, parking integration, and seismic-resistant designs. We address unique hospitality requirements like acoustic separation, column-free event spaces, and phased construction while maintaining budget and schedule parameters for hotel developments.
Structural Rehabilitation
Assessment and rehabilitation of historic and existing structures using advanced analysis techniques. Our services include strengthening aging foundations, upgrading seismic resistance, and adapting buildings for new uses while preserving architectural integrity. We specialize in solving complex structural challenges for renovations of educational facilities, commercial buildings, and culturally significant landmarks through innovative engineering solutions.
People
Mark Savage
Principal
Principal engineer with expertise in structural design using concrete, steel, and post-tensioned systems. Specializes in high-rise buildings and complex analysis. Holds PE and SE licenses in multiple states. Led structural design for Nashville's Virgin Hotel and BNA Airport terminal projects.
Ben Faris
Principal
Principal with extensive healthcare and industrial structure experience. Expert in adaptive reuse projects and seismic design. Licensed in multiple states with focus on large-scale hospitality and medical facility projects. Directed engineering for Opryland Soundwaves Water Park and Westin Hotel.
Jim Barham
Principal
Principal specializing in historic renovations and multi-material structures. Serves as Production Manager and software director. Expert in wood, steel, and concrete systems. Led design for Residence Inn Green Hills and Bunkhouse Hotel projects with complex structural integration.
Richard Begin
Principal
Principal engineer with expertise in mixed-use developments and mass timber construction. Directed structural design for 1030 Music Row's mass timber office building. Specializes in combining practical design with advanced analysis techniques for commercial and institutional projects across multiple states.
Mark Buchanan
Founding Partner
Founding partner with design-build expertise and forensic engineering background. Focuses on constructability and cost-effective detailing. Led projects like Freshman Commons at Vanderbilt and MTSU Student Union. Brings practical field experience to complex structural challenges.
Questions
What types of buildings does EMC specialize in?
We specialize in commercial structures including healthcare facilities, office towers, hotels, mixed-use developments, and educational institutions. Our expertise covers new construction, renovations, and seismic upgrades.
In which states are you licensed to work?
We are licensed structural engineers in all 50 states, District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, with projects spanning the entire United States.
Can you handle complex structural analysis?
Yes, our team uses advanced software for two-way post-tensioned slabs, seismic analysis, and complex 3D modeling. We have completed over 100 major projects requiring specialized structural solutions.
Do you work on historic building renovations?
Yes, we have extensive experience in rehabilitating historic structures while maintaining architectural integrity. Our team specializes in adaptive reuse projects for educational and commercial purposes.
What makes your firm different from other engineers?
With 39+ years of experience and 280+ combined years among our engineers, we combine technical expertise with practical construction knowledge to deliver efficient, buildable solutions for complex structural challenges.
