Nebraska State Capitol HVAC Replacement
Lincoln, NE · Historic Preservation
Project details
Structural engineering services for the major HVAC modernization and replacement at the historic Nebraska State Capitol building.
R.O. Youker, Inc.
Preserving the past, designing your future
About the firm
R.O. Youker, Inc. provides licensed structural and consulting engineering services throughout the Midwest. Established in 1967 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, the practice offers services including preliminary planning, design, construction administration, and structural inspection. Its diverse portfolio spans new construction, historic preservation, and forensic investigation across multiple sectors.
- Established
- 1967
- Team
- Micro
- Firm type
- Structural Engineering · Forensic Engineering
People
Michael D. EisenbarthPresident
Mark W. OtteAssociate Principal
Jackson C. EhlersEngineer Intern
Robin FowlerDrafting Technician
Chris NiemannExecutive Assistant
Capabilities
Structural Engineering
Service websiteComprehensive analysis and design of structural systems for new builds, additions, and modifications. The practice delivers cost-effective systems utilizing diverse materials including wood, steel, concrete, and masonry.
- New Buildings and Additions
- Foundation Design for Towers and Exhaust Stacks
- Accessory Structures for Mechanical and Manufacturing Equipment
- Catwalks and Equipment Access Assemblies
Historic Preservation
Service websiteSpecialized engineering to revitalize, renovate, and repurpose historic properties. The practice evaluates existing conditions to ensure structural integrity while retaining character-defining historic features.
- Historic Building Revitalization
- Historic Building Renovation and Adaptive Reuse
- Structural Investigation and Historic Documentation
Investigative Services
Service websiteForensic engineering investigations to determine the cause and extent of structural failures, distress, or damage from various events.
- Fire Damage Structural Assessments
- Forensic Investigations of Settlement, Deflection, and Structural Failures
- Insurance Claim Structural Damage Investigations
Construction Administration & Inspection
Service websiteOn-site field observations and administration during building phases to verify that construction procedures align with design specifications.
Industries
Commercial · Government · Multifamily Residential · Industrial · Historic Preservation · Education · Healthcare · Sports & Recreation · Religious · Financial Services · Residential · Public Safety · Veterinary & Animal Care
Projects
VA Outpatient Clinic
Lincoln, NE · Healthcare
Project details
Structural design and engineering services for the VA Outpatient Clinic.
Cooper YMCA Expansion
Lincoln, NE · Sports & Recreation
Project details
Structural design and expansion services for the Cooper YMCA at Densmore Park.
Antelope County Courthouse
Government
Project details
Structural services for the Antelope County Courthouse.