Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Structural Engineering Partner in Tucson, AZ
Schneider & Associates Structural Engineers has been dedicated to delivering exceptional engineering solutions for 25 years, prioritizing quality and exceeding client expectations. Our multidisciplinary expertise enables us to develop innovative, unconventional solutions tailored to each project's unique challenges. We emphasize understanding client and community needs to create practical, cost-effective structural systems while fostering a culture that maximizes individual potential and organizational health. With offices in Tucson, Anchorage, and Scottsdale, our team of licensed professionals provides services across 36 states, maintaining licenses in multiple jurisdictions to ensure compliance and technical excellence.Our commitment to client relationships is built on transparency, cooperation, and proactive communication, demonstrated through our work in seismic design, construction administration, and forensic engineering. We leverage cutting-edge technology and traditional craftsmanship to deliver projects ranging from solar industry infrastructure to historic building rehabilitation, consistently demonstrating our core values of innovation, constructibility, and cost-effectiveness.
Services
Structural Engineering
Seismic Analysis
Construction Administration
Building Rehabilitation
Expert Witness Services
Material Estimating
Peer Review
BIM Design
Inspection Services
Prototype Design
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of structural engineering expertise across 36 states
- Our team includes licensed professionals with multidisciplinary technical capabilities
- We specialize in seismic design and retrofit solutions for extreme environments
- We maintain licenses in multiple jurisdictions for nationwide compliance
- Our approach combines modern technology with traditional craftsmanship
What people say
Profound understanding
Creative thinking
Innovative solutions
Economically viable
Energy efficient goal
Services
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services provide comprehensive solutions for new construction and existing buildings. We analyze structural systems to ensure safety, durability, and code compliance while optimizing material selection and construction methods. Our team works closely with architects and contractors to deliver efficient, constructible designs that meet project-specific requirements across commercial, institutional, and industrial sectors.
Seismic Analysis
Specialized seismic analysis and design services address earthquake risks in high-hazard regions. We evaluate existing structures and design new buildings to meet current seismic codes, employing advanced modeling techniques and retrofit strategies. Our expertise includes performance-based design and post-disaster structural assessments for improved resilience in extreme environments.
Construction Administration
Comprehensive construction administration services ensure project quality and compliance throughout the building process. Our team provides shop drawing reviews, site observations, and technical support to resolve field issues while maintaining design intent. We coordinate with contractors to verify proper material installation and adherence to structural specifications.
Building Rehabilitation
We specialize in assessing and restoring historic and deteriorated structures through targeted rehabilitation solutions. Our engineers identify structural deficiencies and develop repair strategies that preserve architectural character while meeting modern safety standards. Services include condition assessments, material testing, and phased renovation plans for long-term building viability.
Expert Witness Services
Our licensed professionals provide expert testimony and technical analysis for legal proceedings involving structural failures or disputes. We conduct thorough investigations, prepare detailed reports, and offer courtroom testimony based on extensive engineering experience. Services include document review, site inspections, and expert consultation for insurance claims and litigation support.
People
Ronald H. Schneider
Founder & Principal
Licensed structural engineer with 30+ years experience, founded the firm in 1999 after career at HDR. Specializes in seismic design and complex structural systems, holding registrations in 25+ states.
David Gibbens
Principal
20-year veteran structural engineer with expertise in wood and steel framing systems. Licensed in Arizona and California, focuses on commercial buildings and seismic retrofit projects.
Questions
What structural engineering services do you offer?
We provide full-service structural engineering including design, seismic analysis, construction administration, building rehabilitation, and forensic engineering services for commercial, institutional, and industrial projects.
In which states are you licensed to practice?
Our engineers are licensed in 36 states including Arizona, California, Alaska, Nevada, and New Mexico, with additional registrations available through reciprocal agreements.
Do you handle both new construction and existing buildings?
Yes, we specialize in both new construction projects and rehabilitation of existing structures, including historic preservation and seismic retrofitting.
What industries do you serve?
We work across multiple sectors including healthcare, education, solar energy, federal facilities, hospitality, and industrial projects with specialized structural requirements.
Can you assist with construction phase services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive construction administration including shop drawing review, site observations, and technical support throughout the building process.
