EDM Incorporated

Reliable Creative Engineering Solutions

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About the firm

EDM Incorporated is a professional design practice providing integrated civil, structural, and building systems engineering alongside project management services. Established in 1973 and fully, the practice serves a diverse roster of architects, public utilities, and facility owners. It has cultivated a notable specialty in theme park and visitor attraction engineering, designing major ride foundations, themed elements, and support structures for prominent entertainment destinations nationwide while supporting regional commercial, institutional, and infrastructure projects.

Established
1973
Team
Small
Firm type
Civil Engineering · Structural Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Electrical Engineering · MEP · Fire Protection Engineering

Credentials

LEED AP BD+C · LEED AP

People

Len MadalonPresident, Civil Head

Gholam MasoumyPrincipal

Steve ScottSenior Vice President, Director of Project Management

John SondermanPrincipal

Ted BergenVice President, Chief Mechanical Engineer

Chris KerckhoffVice President, Business Development

Greg MooneyDirector of Business Development

Greg RaffaelleVice President, Chief Structural Engineer

Kurtis EisenbathCivil Engineer, Vice President

Jill WalkerVice President, Structural Engineer Head

Capabilities

Structural Engineering

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Delivers analysis and structural design for diverse building systems, specialized entertainment attractions, and historic restorations. The team supports projects from initial concept through detailed modeling and construction administration, ensuring stability and safety across both common and highly non-standard structures.

  • Commercial and Industrial Structures
  • Theme Park and Ride Foundations
  • Animal Life Support Structures
  • Parking Garage Restoration
  • Historic Preservation Structural Design
  • Seismic Upgrades and Assessments

Civil Engineering

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Focuses on site development, utility infrastructure, and environmental compliance for private and public sector clients. The engineering team designs robust solutions for water management and site accessibility.

  • Stormwater and Sanitary Sewer Design
  • Creek Bank and Bio-Stabilization
  • Site Development and Rezoning Support
  • Roadway and Street Design
  • Water Supply and Pump Station Engineering

Building Systems Engineering (MEP/FP)

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Provides comprehensive design for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems inside advanced facilities. The group integrates energy-efficiency studies and life-cycle analyses to optimize long-term operational performance.

  • HVAC and Central Utility Plants
  • Plumbing and Piping Systems
  • Fire Protection and Alarm Systems
  • Electrical Power and Lighting Design
  • Energy Audits and Life Cycle Analyses

Project Management

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Oversees multi-disciplinary engineering endeavors and specialty consultants under a single point of contact. This team ensures projects adhere to strict scheduling, budget limits, and quality assurance standards.

  • Contract and Cost Management
  • Schedule Control and Quality Assurance
  • Risk and Task Management

Industries

Sports & Recreation · Commercial · Mixed-Use · Industrial · Healthcare · Education · Hospitality · Infrastructure · Parking · Utilities · Government · Arts & Culture

Projects

The St. Louis Wheel at Union Station

St. Louis, MO · Sports & Recreation · Client: St. Louis Union Station

Project details

Structural design for the 200-foot high observation wheel foundation, including 86-foot reinforced concrete piers to bedrock, concrete loading platform, and foundations for the electrical control building and converted shipping container ticketing structures.

Chocolatetown Expansion at Hersheypark

Hershey, PA · Sports & Recreation · Client: Hershey Entertainment

Project details

Structural Engineer-of-Record for Chocolatetown expansion supporting Lead Architect PGAV Destinations. Scope included 20,000 SF multi-level restaurants and shops, new entry village, and the Candymonium coaster with 3-level station, 5,000 SF covered queue building, and maintenance building.

The Muny Backstage Improvements

St. Louis, MO · Sports & Recreation · Client: The Muny

Project details

Structural, MEP/FP, and civil engineering for renovation of backstage facilities including dressing rooms, costume shop, scenic shop, and a new 3-story entry structure with ramp, elevator, stairs, and 3rd floor addition on the existing administration building. Architect: CORE10.

Infinity Falls River Raft Ride

Orlando, FL · Sports & Recreation · Client: SeaWorld

Project details

Structural design for 1,700 LF of ride trough, flume, and reservoir; foundations for ride equipment; 600 LF of elevated walkways; inline loading station; covered queue building; entry icon; maintenance building; and boat hoists. Subconsultant to PGAV Destinations.