Business Details
34 Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Structural Engineering Services in Sarasota, FL
Founded in 1992 by Brian Stirling P.E. and Stephen Wilbur P.E., our firm provides structural engineering consulting services across Florida, the Bahamas, and the Caribbean. We specialize in structural design for new construction, renovations, and historical buildings, complemented by forensic engineering analysis and expert witness services. Our team delivers rapid response solutions for building failures, structural defects, and construction disputes while maintaining expertise in peer reviews, product development, and special inspection services.With over 35 years of experience, we serve architects, contractors, developers, and government entities through detailed engineering reports, restoration projects, and code-compliant designs. Our commitment to quality extends to construction administration, hurricane damage assessments, and innovative system development for diverse industries.
Services
Structural Design
Forensic Engineering
Building Restoration
Peer Reviews
Expert Witness Services
Product Development
Special Inspections
Hurricane Damage Assessment
Construction Administration
Code Compliance Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of forensic engineering experience in Florida's unique climate
- Our team provides rapid response services across Florida, Bahamas, and Caribbean
- Specialized expertise in historical building restoration and modern structural design
- Comprehensive peer review process ensures code compliance and design accuracy
- Proven track record with complex projects including museums and healthcare facilities
Services
Structural Design
Our structural design services cover new construction and renovations for mixed-use facilities, private residences, and historical buildings. We create code-compliant solutions that balance functionality with safety requirements while accommodating modern upgrades like increased mechanical loads. Our engineers develop detailed plans that address both aesthetic and structural integrity needs.
Forensic Engineering
Specialized forensic investigations identify building failures and construction defects through detailed inspections. We provide hurricane damage assessments, moisture intrusion analysis, and structural certification services while preparing comprehensive reports for insurance claims and legal proceedings across residential and commercial properties.
Building Restoration
We develop restoration plans for existing structures including reinforcement of load-bearing elements and system upgrades. Our services cover condition surveys, scope definition, and construction documentation while ensuring compliance with updated building codes during renovation projects for both modern and historical buildings.
Peer Reviews
Our peer review process evaluates structural designs for code compliance and technical accuracy. We assess lateral-force-resisting systems, design criteria, and construction documents while providing consultation during conceptual and detailed design phases to ensure project feasibility and safety standards.
Expert Witness Services
We provide expert testimony and technical analysis for construction disputes and building failures. Our services include defect investigations, responsibility delineation, and mediation support with documented findings presented in clear, court-ready reports for insurance claims and litigation purposes.
People
Brian Stirling
Co-Founder / Professional Engineer
Co-founder with 30+ years of structural engineering experience specializing in forensic analysis and historical building restoration across Florida's diverse climate conditions.
Stephen Wilbur
Co-Founder / Professional Engineer
Co-founder offering extensive expertise in structural design and code compliance, with a focus on innovative solutions for complex construction projects throughout Florida and the Caribbean.
Questions
What structural engineering services do you offer?
We provide structural design for new construction and renovations, forensic analysis, building restoration, peer reviews, expert witness testimony, and special inspection services.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Florida, the Bahamas, and the Caribbean with primary offices in Sarasota and project experience from Miami to Naples.
Do you offer emergency structural assessments?
Yes, our rapid response team provides emergency evaluations for building failures, hurricane damage, and structural defects across our service regions.
What experience do you have with historical buildings?
Our team has decades of experience restoring historical structures while maintaining original architectural integrity and meeting modern safety standards.
Can you assist with legal construction disputes?
Yes, we provide expert witness services including defect analysis, responsibility determination, and court-ready documentation for construction-related legal cases.
How do you handle project documentation?
We produce detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and reports while providing construction administration services to ensure code compliance throughout the building process.
