Construction Engineering
At ZFI Engineering, our approach to construction engineering is meticulous and forward-thinking. We anticipate construction methodology through our extensive experience and address construction deviations with the same focus delivering straightforward and economical solutions. We provide evaluations and repairs during the construction process, resulting in structural excellence in every project. Our collaboration with contractors extends to designing and executing specialty structural components tailored to each project’s unique demands.
Delegated Design Engineering
Our Delegated Design Engineering expertise is pivotal in providing targeted structural scope items that were not provided by the engineer of record on their projects. We partner with contractors, offering specialized support in structural component design and ensuring project success with their vendors, subcontractors, and adhering to timelines.
Structural Steel Connection Design
Precision engineering to ensure the integrity of steel connections, vital for overall structural stability, per the contractor and fabricator’s desired capabilities and workflow.
Cold-Formed Metal Framing
Member Design: Crafting durable, innovative designs for cold-formed steel components to meet a variety of uses.
Connection Design: Developing robust and efficient connection designs for various structural elements and attachments.
Site-Cast Tilt-Up Concrete Walls
Expertise in load-bearing and veneer wall design, delivering accuracy and strength in site-cast tilt-up concrete wall projects. Focused on the precise design of these primary structural members and incorporating both the designer’s requirements and the contractor’s capabilities and expectations.
Structural Shoring and Bracing
Designing adequate shoring and bracing systems for temporary applications and conditions is vital to enhancing construction safety. Our solutions focus on providing stability and support tailored to the unique requirements of each project.
Construction Phasing Support
Special Inspections
Concrete Rebar
Concrete Rebar – to ensure structural integrity and adherence to construction tolerances as well as the design drawings and specifications
Post-tensioning
Post-tensioning – to guarantee compliance to design documents and uphold safety standards.
Structural Observation
By partnering with ZFI Engineering, contractors can navigate the complexities of construction with confidence, knowing every structural aspect is meticulously reviewed and inspected for compliance with the design.
CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING FAQs
What is construction engineering?
Construction engineering is a discipline that focuses on the planning, design, management, and execution of construction projects. At ZFI Engineering, it involves applying our extensive knowledge to develop structural plans, oversee the construction process, and ensure the successful completion of projects, including specialized structures like parking garages.
What is included in construction engineering?
Structural engineering includes the comprehensive study and application of engineering principles to design elements that support and resist loads, such as beams, columns, and slabs. It involves determining the stability, strength, and rigidity of built structures for buildings and nonbuilding structures. The field also encompasses structural analysis, design, planning, research, inspection, project management, and construction management to ensure safe, sustainable, and economical structures.