Services

Structural Engineering

APD provides structural engineering for commercial, municipal, retail, healthcare, and multi site development. Our team delivers safe, efficient, and code compliant solutions tailored to project requirements and site conditions.

Accurate Load Analysis

Engineering that ensures safety and compliance.

Efficient Structural Systems

Designs optimized for cost and constructibility.

Coordination Focused

Structural engineering aligned with all disciplines.

Material Versatility

Expertise in steel, wood, masonry, and concrete systems.

Structural Engineering Services

Big or small, complex or relatively simple, APD has the skills you need to help you make the best structural decisions for your project. Our staff collaborates with our clients to come up with creative, cost-saving solutions that satisfy our client’s needs.

How We Help

A Structural Team That Solves Problems Before They Appear

APD engineers meticulously evaluate comprehensive site conditions, detailed building programs, and complex system requirements to produce exceptionally clear, thoroughly coordinated, and genuinely buildable plans that contractors can confidently execute and successfully complete without uncertainty or costly revisions.

Advantage

Structural Engineering That Reduces Risk

Fewer Field Conflicts

Structural plans aligned with MEP and architectural geometry.

Faster Review Cycles

Documents prepared for jurisdictional compliance.

Flexible Material Solutions

Designs tailored to budgets, schedules, and construction methods.

Structural Engineering Projects

Explore Our Work

Irondequoit Welcomes ALDI

Our Architectural and Engineering teams delivered a fully integrated ground-up ALDI project using the V7.0ER prototype, originally developed...

Architecture, Civil Engineering, MEP Engineering, Structural Engineering

Dunkin’ Arrives in Johnson City

We’re proud to showcase one of our latest ground-up Dunkin’ projects in Johnson City, New York. This build...

Architecture, Civil Engineering, MEP Engineering, Structural Engineering

Challenging Design in Philadelphia, PA

The Fairmount ALDI in Philadelphia, PA presented APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC’s designers with many challenges to overcome,...

Architecture, MEP Engineering, Structural Engineering

FAQs

Answers to common questions about structural design, timelines, and how we work.

When should we hire?

Bring us in early. The sooner structural engineers sit at the table with architects and site planners, the sooner conflicts get resolved on paper instead of in the field. Early engagement saves time and money.

How long does design take?

It depends on project scope and complexity. A straightforward addition might move fast. A new institutional building with seismic requirements takes longer. We’ll give you a realistic timeline upfront.

What about site investigation?

We don’t assume. Soil conditions, groundwater, existing utilities—we test and verify. What you don’t know in the beginning becomes expensive later. We find it first.

Can you value-engineer?

Absolutely. Efficient structural systems cost less without sacrificing safety or performance. We explore material options, optimize member sizing, and deliver strength within your budget constraints.

Do you stay through construction?

Yes. We provide construction administration and field oversight to verify that what was designed is what gets built. Problems caught early cost far less to fix.

Still have questions?

Let’s discuss your project and next steps.

What Our Clients Say

Hear from clients who rely on APD for clarity, technical expertise, and dependable project delivery across multi sector environments.

“They have proven to be a great partner from the due diligence phase through project completion. The APD team is always available to answer questions and do so in a timely manner, which is important to maintaining project timelines.”

“This is a very professional company and everything was done in a timely fashion. The entire team made us feel comfortable. They had ideas on how we could improve on our plans to make things more efficient and saved us money at the same time…I would highly recommend APD to anyone needing their services.”

“Their customer service has been top notch, communication clear and honest, and their win-win attitude and hard work to overcome setbacks has helped our team learn how we can improve, and how we can be more successful. We are grateful for the APD team, and look forward to the future!!”

“We have partnered with them to be our design consultants on a handful of projects that have brought challenges where their expertise and commitment to delivering has been truly impressive. We hope to have many more years of success with this partnership!”

Our Process

A Clear, Coordinated Path From First Conversation to Final Plans

We start by understanding your project, your constraints, and your timeline. No assumptions. Just clear conversation about what matters.

Discovery & Alignment

We clarify your goals, brand standards, site conditions, permitting requirements, and project constraints to ensure a strong start.

Coordinated Design & Engineering

Architecture, Civil, Structural, and MEP work together from day one to produce accurate, consistent, and buildable documents.

Permitting & Agency Review

We prepare and submit complete packages, respond quickly to comments, and guide your team through jurisdictional approvals.

Construction Support & Finalization

Our team stays involved through RFIs, inspections, and field coordination to keep projects on schedule and aligned with the approved design.

Let's Bring Your Design to Life.

Speak with us today

Whether you are planning a new municipal facility, a private development, or a multi site rollout, we give you the clarity and coordination needed to move forward with confidence.