Business Details
35 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Structural Engineering Services in Seattle
Since 1991, Roberts Engineering has delivered responsive structural engineering solutions to clients across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Alaska, and Ohio. With over 1,500 completed projects and 89% of revenue from repeat clients, our focus on practical, cost-effective approaches has earned recognition for innovation and emergency response excellence. Our team, led by Ronald Roberts with 47 years of experience, combines deep technical expertise with a commitment to meeting client schedules and budgets. We specialize in structural design, emergency assessments, and construction management for complex infrastructure projects.Our work on high-profile assignments like the Kingdome Blue Ribbon Panel and Norman Bridge emergency removal demonstrates our ability to solve critical challenges under pressure. Clients consistently acknowledge our dedication to quality, including formal commendations from King County departments and Seattle Public Utilities. By maintaining small-firm agility while delivering large-scale expertise, we ensure personalized service and actionable engineering solutions tailored to each project's unique demands.
Services
Structural Engineering Design
Emergency Assessments
Construction Management
Project Consulting
Infrastructure Evaluation
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of structural engineering expertise
- Our innovative solutions have saved clients over $300,000
- Recognized by King County for emergency engineering excellence
- Dedicated to responsive service and cost-effective results
- Long-term client relationships with 89% repeat business
What people say
Cost-effective solutions
Emergency excellence
Repeat clients
Recognized by King County
Timely delivery
Services
Structural Engineering Design
Structural engineering design for commercial, industrial, and public infrastructure projects. Our team creates innovative solutions that balance safety, functionality, and cost efficiency. Specializing in complex structures including wastewater treatment facilities, transportation infrastructure, and historic renovations.
Emergency Assessments
Rapid-response structural evaluations for critical infrastructure failures. We provide immediate safety assessments, temporary stabilization plans, and permanent repair solutions for bridges, buildings, and public works. Our team has handled multiple emergency contracts with formal commendations from government agencies.
Construction Management
Comprehensive construction management services from planning through completion. We coordinate with contractors, monitor quality control, and ensure compliance with engineering specifications. Our experience includes managing complex projects like the Husky Stadium roof demolition and Space Needle remodel.
Project Consulting
Expert consulting services for structural challenges and risk assessment. We provide third-party evaluations, peer reviews, and specialized engineering analysis. Our consultants have served on panels like the Kingdome Blue Ribbon Panel and contributed to major infrastructure decisions.
Infrastructure Evaluation
Detailed evaluations of existing infrastructure for safety, compliance, and longevity. We conduct thorough inspections of bridges, buildings, and public works to identify issues and recommend repairs. Our assessments have supported critical projects like the Mercer Island Supply Pipeline emergency evaluation.
People
Ronald M. Roberts
Owner and Senior Structural Engineer
With 47 years of engineering experience, including 34 years leading Roberts Engineering, Ronald holds PE and SE licenses in Washington. He graduated with honors from Michigan State University in 1977 and has worked on award-winning projects like the Downtown Seattle Transit Project.
Chris Roberts
Structural Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer and Structural Engineer in Washington, Chris brings specialized expertise in structural analysis and design. He contributes to complex projects requiring innovative solutions and technical precision across various construction materials.
Questions
What structural engineering services do you offer?
We provide structural design, emergency assessments, construction management, and consulting services for infrastructure projects including bridges, wastewater facilities, and commercial buildings.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Alaska, and Ohio, with extensive experience in Pacific Northwest infrastructure projects.
Do you handle emergency engineering projects?
Yes, we specialize in emergency structural assessments and repairs, with proven experience on critical projects like the Norman Bridge removal and King County emergency evaluations.
How long have you been in business?
We've provided structural engineering services since 1991, with our founder maintaining 47 years of industry experience.
What makes your firm different?
Our combination of small-firm responsiveness, 89% client retention rate, and proven track record on complex projects sets us apart in structural engineering services.
