Commercial Structural Engineering Services for Industrial Clients
When your commercial project needs structural engineering that actually works—not just fancy calculations that look good on paper—you need a partner who understands the real world of construction deadlines, budget constraints, and code compliance.
That's where we come in.
Our engineers have walked through countless job sites, worked with project teams under pressure, and delivered solutions that keep projects moving forward. We're not the firm that disappears after handing over a set of drawings. We stick around to make sure things actually work.
The Partner Commercial Builders Trust
Building commercial structures is complicated enough without wondering if your engineering team has your back. Our clients—from small retail developers to major corporate campus builders—choose us because we understand their world.
Proven experience with complex commercial structures in many different industries
Existing offices in Dallas, Los Angeles, Tampa, Atlanta, and Philadelphia with national capabilities
Cost-effective solutions that are designed with safety and performance in mind
Consistent communication through all phases of the project
The reality? Most engineering firms either over-engineer (driving up costs) or under-communicate (leaving you guessing). We've built our reputation on finding that sweet spot where technical excellence meets practical business sense.
What We Do for Commercial Properties
Structural Inspections & Assessments
Your building is a significant investment. Our detailed assessments help you understand exactly what you're working with—whether it's a new acquisition, renovation project, or routine maintenance assessment.
Special Inspections
Code compliance is not an option. Our certified inspectors will work with your project; ensuring those requirements are met and preventing downstream costly delays and rework
Structural Design & Analysis
We design structures that are able to function in the real world. That means looking beyond just loads and forces, but the construction, available materials, and ongoing maintenance.
Retrofit & Renovation Engineering
Older buildings have their own complications. Our engineers understand how to rehabilitate existing structures to modern-day requirements while working under the existing building constraints.
Construction Support
Problems always arise during construction. Having an engineer knowledgeable to your project, who can deliver quick, practical answers is always the difference between success and failure.
Talk to Our Team About Your Project
Here is what one of our recent customers said: "Other companies gave us theoretical solutions. Exactus gave us buildable solutions." That is essentially how we function.
Industries We Know By Heart
Office Buildings & Corporate Campuses – We understand the unique demands of office building design, which include tenant improvements and full ground-up construction.
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Retail & Mixed-Use Developments
Adding to open space, heavy loads, and intertwining complex MEP systems all require specialized knowledge and expertise.
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Warehouses & Industrial Facilities
Heavy operational loads, high bay areas, and operational specifics require engineers who are knowledgeable on industrial construction.
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Healthcare & Institutional Buildings
Providing adherence to stringent code requirements while maintaining operational flexibility through construction.
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Hospitality & Multifamily Housing
Repetitive structural systems that require both efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
The common denominator? We have worked in these markets long enough to be aware of the challenges, budget constraints, and project timelines in both.
Why Clients Stay With Us
We actually collaborate. Too many engineering firms operate in isolation. We work directly with your architects, contractors, and project managers to ensure everyone's on the same page.
Understanding Communication. We all are busy, so we don't have time to decipher engineer-speak. We simplify everything, and respond right away if there are any questions.
Process Efficiency. We have optimized our processes, so we avoid lag-time and the back and forth that kills project momentum.
Code Knowledge Everywhere. Whether you are building in Dallas or Detroit, we know national codes and local codes.
Something that will shock you - We typically identify issues before they become costly problems. Not because we are glass half empty type folks, but because we recognize how things go sideways on projects when the details are missed.
Real Projects, Real Solutions
Atlanta Mixed-Use Project
The Problem: 12-story mixed-used building needed to have unique structural system to achieve retail on the ground floor and residential above
Our Solution: Developed a post-tensioned concrete system that gave column-free retail space but also controlled budget on living space. The Result: Project delivered on time and 15% cost savings compared to alternative structural methods.
Dallas Corporate Campus Renovation
The Challenge: Converting a 1980s office building to modern workspace and adding 2 stories.
Our Method: Complete structural evaluation and reinforcing strategy to utilize as much existing structural capacity as possible.
The Result: The owner was able to avoid total demolition potentially saving over $8M in construction costs.
Los Angeles Warehouse Expansion
The Challenge: Adding automatic storage systems needed very specific structural changes to existing facility.
Our Method: Detail load evaluation and help the owner to retrofit the surrounding area of the work without hindering full mission.
The Result: We minimized any delays and structural modifications were completed ahead of schedule.
These are not just success stories; they represent the types of practical problem solving our clients rely upon.
What You Should Know About Commercial Structural Engineering
When Do You Need a Structural Engineer?
Many people think structural engineers are just for structures when first building. The reality is we touch anything from basic inspections to full renovations. Anytime you start to scrutinize your structure with regard to load capacity, occupancy type, or equipment additions, it is time for a discussion.
The Real Cost of Cutting Corners
In the many projects we have encountered with developers trying to avoid proper structural evaluation where they think it will saving early money, by all metrics, it will cost them more in the long run. If it's not delays with permit, cost overruns with construction, and worst of all structural failure, etc—the initial money you paid for proper engineering evaluation will eventually be a positive anyway.
How Do You Choose the Right Structural Engineering Partner?
Here's what matters: relevant experience in your building type, clear communication, and a track record of projects that actually get built. Ask potential firms about similar projects they've completed and how they handle unexpected issues during construction.
The technical credentials are important, but they're table stakes. What you really want is an engineering team that understands the business side of development and construction.
Let's Build with Confidence
Good commercial structural engineering is not just about numbers on paper. It is about understanding what you want to do with your project, the constraints you are working within, and helping you create solutions that help deliver your project.
Whether developing new construction, renovating existing space, or getting a structural opinion for something amazing, we have the experience and hands-on experience it takes to deliver on your goals.
Our engineers are licensed in the U.S. and Canada, but more than that, they understand how to do the right thing in commercial development for today's economy.
Ready to start a conversation about your project?
We would love to talk shop with you sooner rather than later so that we can fix most structural problems easier (and cheaper) around the starting of the process.