Element Structural Engineers
Engineering the Change We Want to See
About the firm
Element Structural Engineers is a full-service structural engineering firm based in the Bay Area. It provides structural consultation, analysis, and design services for commercial, multi-family residential, affordable housing, healthcare, education, and single-family projects throughout Northern California. With over 70 years of combined team experience, Element partners closely with architects, developers, and contractors to deliver creative and economical structural solutions.
- Firm type
- Structural Engineering
Credentials
Alameda County SLEB (Small Local Emerging Business)
People
Thuy FonteleraFounder and Principal
George FonteleraOperations and CAD/Revit Manager
James EnrightAssociate Principal and SE 2050 Embodied Carbon Champion
Ian ProvanSenior Engineer
Sarah AherSenior Engineer
Capabilities
Structural Design and Analysis
Service websiteComprehensive structural design and analysis for new construction and existing buildings across a wide range of project types and building materials.
- New Building Design
Partnering with architects and clients early in the process to streamline design decisions, optimize efficiency, and deliver safe, functional structures.
- Post-Tensioned Concrete Design
Specialized design using post-tensioned concrete, beyond the standard repertoire of most structural engineering firms.
- Light Gauge Steel Stud Framing
Complete building system design using light gauge steel stud framing.
Renovation and Adaptive Reuse
Service websiteReimagining existing spaces through sustainable and cost-effective structural adjustments that preserve and enhance existing structures.
Structural Condition Assessments
Service websiteComprehensive evaluations to safeguard building integrity and ensure structures meet modern safety standards.
Construction Support Administration
Service websiteExpert RFI management, on-site quality verification, and tailored solutions guiding projects through the construction phase.
Construction Support and Shoring Design
Service websiteSpecialized shoring design to meet project phasing and schedule requirements, ensuring seamless construction through precise contractor collaboration.
Feasibility and Seismic Studies
Service websiteComprehensive evaluations empowering clients to make informed decisions about their properties' structural soundness and future resilience.
- Renovation Feasibility Studies
Structural evaluations to support informed decisions about proposed renovations.
- Addition Feasibility Studies
Structural evaluations to support informed decisions about proposed building additions.
- Seismic Resilience Assessments
From high-level seismic assessments to detailed analyses, ensuring structures are structurally sound and prepared for seismic demands.
Retaining Walls and Foundations
Service websiteDesign and analysis of retaining walls and foundation systems for new and existing structures.
Industries
Multifamily Residential · Affordable Housing · Residential · Commercial · Mixed-Use · Healthcare · Education · Retail