Cagley & Associates

Structural engineering for building design, construction, renovation, and repair

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About the firm

Established in 1973, Cagley & Associates is a structural engineering practice based in the Washington, D.C. area. It specializes in the design of innovative building structures, providing comprehensive services for all phases of design, construction, repair, and renovation. The practice delivers efficient, economical, and sustainable solutions tailored to commercial, educational, healthcare, and residential projects.

Established
1973
Firm type
Structural Engineering · Forensic Engineering

People

James R. CagleyChairman of the Board

Debrethann R. Cagley OrsakPrincipal

Daniel CampPrincipal

Frank S. MalitsPrincipal

Capabilities

Structural Engineering Design

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Develops structural solutions from early conceptual studies through final working drawings and specifications. This process ensures efficient, economical, and sustainable designs tailored to support each project's vision.

  • Conceptual Structural Studies

    Assesses potential structural systems during the early stages of a project to determine feasibility and optimal direction.

  • Preliminary Design and Cost Estimates

    Establishes structural frameworks and initial cost evaluations to guide early project budgeting and planning.

  • Final Design and Working Drawings

    Creates detailed structural designs, precise construction drawings, and technical specifications for builders.

Construction-Phase Structural Support

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Provides observation and review services during the construction process to verify compliance with structural documents and address field conditions.

  • General On-Site Observation

    Performs regular site visits to monitor structural work and ensure alignment with design intent.

  • Structural Peer Reviews

    Offers independent assessments and evaluations of proposed structural engineering projects.

Seismic and Resiliency Engineering

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Analyzes and designs building systems to withstand extreme forces, including earthquake loads and potential progressive collapse scenarios.

  • Seismic Analysis and Design

    Engineers structures to resist seismic forces and comply with local building code requirements.

  • Progressive Collapse and Blast Mitigation

    Performs advanced evaluations and designs systems to mitigate collapse risk and resist blast effects under GSA and DOD guidelines.

  • Existing Building Evaluations

    Inspects and analyzes existing structures to assess their integrity, safety, and suitability for renovation or change of use.

Specialized Rehabilitation and Forensics

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Investigates structural distress, evaluates structural failures, and designs restoration plans for existing facilities.

  • Forensic Structural Engineering

    Conducts detailed technical investigations of structural failures, damage, and performance anomalies.

  • Parking Structure Rehabilitation

    Specializes in the assessment, repair, and long-term restoration of parking garages and concrete decks.

Industries

Commercial · Healthcare · Education · Hospitality · Government · Residential

Projects

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