Business Details
Trusted Structural & Civil Engineering Solutions
At Brockette Davis Drake, we are committed to delivering exceptional engineering solutions through a collaborative approach that prioritizes quality design and open communication. Our team of experienced professionals works closely with clients, architects, and contractors to transform visionary concepts into tangible, constructible projects. With a foundation built on trust, integrity, and reliability, we focus on solving unique challenges while maintaining a client-centric philosophy across all project phases. Our culture fosters professional growth, creative problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring every project benefits from diverse expertise and innovative thinking.Backed by decades of collective experience and a rich portfolio of completed work, we serve commercial, municipal, and federal clients nationwide from our Dallas and Austin offices. Our values of focus, opportunity, and sustained relationships drive our commitment to producing efficient, value-driven designs that enhance communities. Through technical excellence and dedicated service, we aim to be the most valued consulting partner for structural and civil engineering needs.
Services
Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
Forensics
Construction Administration
Design Services
Highlights and features
- We maintain a collaborative approach with architects and contractors throughout all project phases.
- Our team includes licensed professionals with expertise in structural and civil engineering.
- We focus on producing efficient designs that add value to client projects.
- We serve both private and public sector clients nationwide.
- We emphasize professional growth and technical excellence in our engineering practice.
Services
Structural Engineering
We provide comprehensive structural engineering services for commercial and high-rise projects. Our team designs safe, code-compliant systems that translate architectural visions into constructible realities. With expertise in steel, concrete, and hybrid systems, we deliver efficient solutions that balance technical requirements with budgetary constraints while maintaining structural integrity.
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering division handles site development, stormwater management, and utility coordination. We create site-specific solutions that integrate with structural systems while complying with municipal regulations. From grading plans to drainage solutions, our approach ensures functional infrastructure that supports building projects and enhances community infrastructure.
Forensics
We investigate existing structures to assess performance and identify remediation needs. Our forensic engineering services diagnose structural failures, water intrusion, and material degradation. Using advanced diagnostic tools, we develop repair strategies that extend building lifespans while maintaining safety standards and regulatory compliance for commercial properties.
Construction Administration
We provide continuous support during construction through field observations and technical guidance. Our team ensures adherence to design specifications while addressing field challenges. This service includes reviewing submittals, responding to requests for information, and coordinating with contractors to maintain project quality and timelines for complex building systems.
Design Services
Our design team creates customized engineering solutions for diverse project types. From concept through construction documents, we develop detailed plans that optimize structural performance. We specialize in creating constructible designs that balance innovation with practicality, ensuring efficient implementation while maintaining compliance with current building codes and standards.
People
Cody Campbell
President | Senior Principal
Licensed professional engineer with extensive structural design experience, Cody leads Brockette Davis Drake's strategic direction while maintaining active involvement in complex projects. He oversees technical operations and client relationships from the Dallas office.
Chris Borchers
Vice President | Senior Principal
As a senior structural engineer, Chris manages high-profile projects and mentors technical staff. His expertise in commercial building systems contributes to Brockette Davis Drake's reputation for delivering innovative solutions to challenging engineering problems.
Ryan Donahue
Vice President | Senior Principal
Ryan specializes in structural forensics and rehabilitation projects. He leads assessments of existing structures and develops remediation strategies that extend building lifespans while maintaining safety standards for commercial properties.
Allen Lowes
Principal | Director of Forensics & Field Operations
Allen oversees field investigations and forensic engineering services. His team conducts on-site assessments and provides technical support during construction, ensuring design intent is maintained throughout project execution.
Jim Riley
Principal | Director of Civil Engineering
Jim leads the civil engineering division, managing site development projects and infrastructure design. He specializes in stormwater management and utility coordination for large-scale commercial developments.
Questions
What engineering services does BDD specialize in?
BDD specializes in structural engineering, civil engineering, forensic investigations, and construction administration services for commercial and infrastructure projects.
Do you work with both private and public sector clients?
Yes, we serve commercial developers, architects, and government agencies at municipal, state, and federal levels across the United States.
How do you handle complex engineering challenges?
Our team applies technical expertise and creative problem-solving to address unique challenges, leveraging our collective experience from diverse project types.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Dallas and Austin, we handle projects nationwide and have completed work internationally.
