Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Structural Engineering Services in Rochester, NY
Since 1995, Torchia Structural Engineering & Design & Design has provided comprehensive structural and civil engineering services to clients across the New York Tri-State region. Our team collaborates closely with architects, owners, and builders to deliver innovative solutions for educational, healthcare, commercial, industrial, and residential projects. With in-house expertise in architecture, interior design, and civil engineering, we integrate structural design early in the schematic phase to reduce costs and minimize change orders. Recognized with multiple AIA Rochester awards for projects like the Court Street Parking Garage and Kanakadea Hall, we prioritize cost-effective, structurally sound designs that align with clients' visions.Our services span foundation structures, pre-engineered buildings, drainage systems, and historic preservation, supported by construction inspection and forensic engineering. We maintain transparency through 24-hour response times for quotes and clear communication throughout project lifecycles. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures coordination from concept to occupancy, while our focus on backflow prevention, site planning, and retaining walls addresses both functional and regulatory requirements. This commitment to excellence has established us as a trusted partner for complex construction challenges.
Services
Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
Restoration Services
Condition Surveys
Design Build
Construction Inspection
Foundation Structures
Drainage Systems
Retaining Walls
Forensic Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We integrate structural design early in schematic phases to reduce construction costs
- Our team holds multidisciplinary expertise in architecture and civil engineering
- Award-winning track record with multiple AIA Rochester design excellence recognitions
- We provide full-service coordination from concept through construction occupancy
- Specialized experience in historic preservation and forensic engineering analysis
Services
Structural Engineering
We provide comprehensive structural engineering for multi-story steel, concrete, and masonry buildings. Our team designs foundations, pre-engineered structures, and light gauge metal systems that ensure safety and code compliance. With expertise in both new construction and renovations, we deliver solutions that balance technical requirements with architectural vision.
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services include drainage systems, storm sewer design, and retention pond planning. We handle site plan approvals, parking layouts, and small pump station design to ensure functional infrastructure. Our team navigates zoning regulations while optimizing land use for commercial and industrial developments.
Restoration Services
Specializing in restoration and historic preservation, we assess existing structures and develop repair strategies that maintain architectural integrity. Our engineers conduct condition surveys to identify deterioration patterns and create feasibility studies for adaptive reuse projects across commercial and institutional buildings.
Design Build
We offer design-build services that coordinate structural and civil components from concept to completion. By implementing early-phase structural analysis, we streamline construction processes and reduce change orders. This approach ensures cost-effective solutions for commercial, medical, and industrial facilities.
Forensic Engineering
Our forensic engineering team investigates structural failures and material defects to determine root causes. We provide detailed reports for insurance claims, litigation support, and repair recommendations. This service includes construction bracing analysis and evaluation of crane rail systems for industrial applications.
People
Carmine Torchia
Owner
With over 25 years of experience, Carmine Torchia leads the firm's structural engineering initiatives. He pioneered the integration of early-phase structural design that reduces construction costs. Under his leadership, the company has received multiple AIA Rochester awards for innovative engineering solutions.
Questions
What types of engineering services do you offer?
We provide structural and civil engineering services including building design, foundation analysis, drainage systems, and restoration projects for commercial, industrial, and residential clients.
Do you handle historic preservation projects?
Yes, we specialize in restoration and historic preservation with condition surveys, feasibility studies, and code-compliant repair strategies for existing structures.
What construction phases do you support?
We offer full-cycle support from schematic design through construction, including shop drawing preparation, site inspections, and forensic engineering analysis.
Are your engineers licensed?
Yes, our team includes licensed structural and civil engineers with expertise in New York State building codes and municipal regulations.
How quickly can you provide project quotes?
We guarantee a 24-hour response time for quote requests submitted through our online form or by phone.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the New York Tri-State region, including New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut for both local and regional projects.
Reviews (1)
Dena Vasquez
Jul 02, 2021
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The entire staff at Torchia Structural Engineering have been a pleasure to work with! They are all very accessible for questions that come up and quickly come up with answers and solutions to everything. They are very knowledgeable in all areas of construction and want to see each project succeed efficiently. A great team to work with!
