Business Details
Your Trusted Structural Engineering Partner in San Francisco
RCG Structural Engineering is a full-service structural engineering practice dedicated to understanding and fulfilling client needs while delivering value-oriented solutions. Our firm combines extensive experience in building design and construction with advanced procedures and tools to address projects across commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential markets. We specialize in structural engineering services from conceptual design through construction for both new and existing building facilities.Our team's qualifications, timeliness, and collaborative approach with other design professionals, owners, and builders distinguish us in the industry. We serve diverse clients including federal and local public sector entities, demonstrating our adaptability and technical expertise in complex projects.
Services
Additions Alterations
Adaptive Reuse
Building Utility Systems
Commercial Design
Historic Buildings
New Building Design
Office Tenant Improvements
Public Sector Projects
Residential Engineering
Exterior Maintenance
Highlights and features
- We deliver value-oriented structural engineering solutions with 30+ years of collective expertise
- Our team utilizes state-of-the-art tools for practical, innovative building designs
- We maintain proven collaboration with architects and contractors for seamless project execution
- We serve prominent public sector clients including GSA and National Park Service
- We provide full-service engineering from conceptual design through construction phases
Services
Structural Engineering
RCG Structural Engineering provides comprehensive structural design services for new construction projects. Our team develops practical solutions using state-of-the-art engineering tools while maintaining strict compliance with building codes. We focus on creating durable, cost-effective structural systems that meet specific project requirements across commercial, residential, and public sectors.
Building Renovations
We specialize in transforming existing structures through adaptive reuse and renovation projects. Our engineers assess building conditions and design structural upgrades to meet current safety standards. This includes modifications for seismic retrofitting, historical preservation, and modernization while maintaining the building's original character and integrity.
Public Sector Projects
RCG delivers structural engineering services to federal and municipal agencies including GSA, National Park Service, and San Francisco agencies. Our experience covers diverse public infrastructure projects from parking garages to cultural facilities. We ensure all projects meet government compliance requirements while delivering efficient, long-lasting solutions for community spaces.
Commercial Design
We provide structural engineering for commercial buildings and office tenant improvements. Our team addresses the unique requirements of commercial spaces including load capacity needs and accessibility standards. We collaborate with developers to deliver functional, code-compliant designs that maximize space utilization while maintaining structural integrity across retail and corporate environments.
Residential Engineering
Our structural engineering services for residential properties address renovations, additions, and new construction. We design safe, code-compliant structural systems tailored to homeowners' specific needs. This includes foundation calculations, framing plans, and seismic retrofitting solutions that enhance structural performance while preserving architectural aesthetics in both single-family homes and multifamily developments.
Questions
What types of structural engineering services do you offer?
We provide full-service structural engineering for new construction, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects across commercial, residential, and public sectors.
Do you work on historical building preservation projects?
Yes, we specialize in structural assessments and upgrades for historic buildings while maintaining their original character and meeting modern safety standards.
Can you handle large-scale public infrastructure projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience with government agencies on projects including parking garages, cultural facilities, and municipal infrastructure improvements.
What makes your firm different from other engineering practices?
Our collaborative approach combines technical expertise with practical solutions, focusing on client needs while maintaining strict compliance and cost-effectiveness.
Do you provide engineering services for office tenant improvements?
Yes, we design structural solutions for commercial tenant spaces including load calculations and seismic upgrades while maintaining occupancy requirements.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in San Francisco, we serve clients throughout the Bay Area and California for both private and public sector projects.
