Structural Engineering

Engineered to Perform
and Endure

Behind every great space is a safe structure you don’t have to think about. At AHBL, our structural engineers bring calm authority and proven expertise to projects where precision and safety are non-negotiable. We balance code requirements, constructability, and owner needs with designs that are efficient, creative, and built to last.

Whether tackling seismic retrofits, modernizations, or complex design-build projects, we carefully evaluate every connection and design system so nothing is overlooked in the field. Our job is to deliver structures that give architects freedom, contractors certainty, and communities confidence.

What Sets AHBL Apart

We believe building trust is the key to our success. Our team members are known for being reliable partners to architects, owners, and contractors. Our collaboration through all design phases and construction, our creative solutions, and our commitment to precision in every connection, material, and system build partnerships that last. The result: commercial buildings, civic spaces, and community landmarks that perform for generations and strengthen the communities they’re part of.

Clear Communication, Always

We make the complex understandable. Whether it’s early design concept collaboration, construction details, permit review, or construction field support, we communicate early and often to keep projects moving.

Depth in Public and Private Work

From wood‑framed elementary schools and concrete parking garages to steel‑framed office buildings, our experience spans a wide range of building types, materials, and clients—supported by deep technical knowledge that guides our work.

Engineered for Generations

We build for constructability, code compliance, and real-world use, so our work provides spaces for communities to thrive for generations.

Responsiveness That Builds Trust

Our clients know they can call us and get a quick, thoughtful response even when things change. We’re problem-solvers, not gatekeepers.

Rigor Without Rigidity

We bring expertise and discipline to every project, but we’re flexible in how we get there by adapting to delivery methods, investigating creative solutions, and understanding budget realities and team needs.

Our Structural Engineering Solutions

  • BIM Modeling

    Using advanced analysis tools and methods, we coordinate seamlessly with key players to reduce errors and improve efficiency across the design process.

  • Condition Assessments and Seismic Evaluations

    Before a construction project or real estate transaction moves forward, our licensed structural engineers provide assessments, structural inspections, and feasibility studies to help stakeholders understand risks, costs, and opportunities.

  • Design-Build Construction Projects

    Collaborative by nature, our team is experienced in design-build and other alternate delivery methods. We understand the unique needs of DB projects – including pull planning, schematic pricing packages, and early permit packages to ensure cost and schedule certainty. We prioritize communication and knowledge sharing with our design and contractor partners, enabling fast paced and collaborative decision making.

  • Structural Engineering for New Facilities

    From healthcare centers to office buildings and schools, our team provides structural design that supports the architect’s vision while ensuring safety, constructability, and compliance with building codes.

  • Structural Renovation and Historic Preservation

    Renovating existing structures requires a balance of sensitivity and strength. We evaluate load-bearing systems, address structural issues, and design retrofits that extend the life of buildings while preserving their character.

See the Vision Come to Life

  • Maritime|253 Skills Center

    Strengthening maritime workforce education through collaboration of Port of Tacoma and Tacoma Public Schools

  • Nisqually Indian Tribe Health and Wellness Center

    The Nisqually Indian Tribe took a holistic approach when programming its $22 million health center

  • SeaPort Logistics Center

    Integrated engineering for a large‑scale industrial logistics campus

  • The Rook Apartments

    Mixed-use buildings featuring lush courtyards, rooftop decks, and below-grade structured parking in Downtown Tacoma

  • Wesley Homes Des Moines

    Comprehensive, multi-phase senior living campus

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Our Partners Say It Best
  • Most engineers wait for direction. AHBL anticipates needs. They’re proactive in ways that most aren’t.
    Ryan, Fathom Architects