Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Structural Engineering Services in Scottsdale, AZ
At A.V. Schwan, we approach every project as an integral partner to our clients, aligning our strategies with their specific goals, needs, and budgets to deliver exceptional results. Since our founding in 1969, we have maintained a legacy of success by adapting to the evolving engineering landscape while fostering growth in both our team and the communities we serve. Our commitment to innovation is exemplified through our use of Building Information Modeling (BIM), which allows us to create precise 3D digital renderings and proactively resolve potential construction challenges before they arise. With over five decades of experience, we have built a reputation for excellence across a diverse range of projects, including high-rise hotels, school complexes, commercial and industrial facilities, medical clinics, and specialty structures. Our team is professionally registered in more than 30 states, enabling us to serve clients from local to national scales with the same dedication to efficiency and excellence.We pride ourselves on our client-centric philosophy, ensuring that every project is engineered for longevity and tailored to meet the unique demands of its environment. Our portfolio showcases our ability to deliver durable, functional, and innovative structural solutions for retail, commercial, educational, religious, and multi-family housing developments. As a family-owned firm, we continue to uphold the values established by our founder, Tony Schwan, while embracing modern technologies and methodologies to exceed expectations. Our leadership team, including Stephen Schwan, brings decades of hands-on experience and a proactive approach to every engagement, ensuring client satisfaction remains our top priority. Through this unwavering focus on quality, collaboration, and forward-thinking design, we remain a trusted name in structural engineering across the United States.
Services
Retail & Commercial
Schools
Sports Facilities
Religious
Multi-Family Housing
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in structural engineering.
- Our team utilizes advanced BIM technology for precision and efficiency.
- We serve clients from local to national scales.
- Our client-centric approach ensures tailored solutions for every project.
- Our leadership team brings decades of hands-on industry expertise.
Services
Schools Structural Engineering
We specialize in structural engineering for educational facilities, ensuring durability, safety, and compliance with evolving standards. Our expertise spans K-12 schools, universities, and specialized learning centers. By integrating advanced BIM technology, we deliver efficient, cost-effective solutions tailored to each institution's unique needs.
Retail & Commercial Engineering
Our retail and commercial engineering services focus on creating functional, scalable spaces for shopping centers, office complexes, and mixed-use developments. We prioritize adaptability and longevity, utilizing BIM to optimize layouts and resolve potential construction conflicts early in the design process.
Sports Facilities Engineering
We design structurally sound sports facilities, including stadiums, arenas, and recreational complexes. Our approach balances aesthetic appeal with practical considerations like crowd safety, accessibility, and long-term maintenance efficiency, ensuring venues meet both current and future demands.
Religious Facilities Engineering
Our team provides tailored structural solutions for churches, temples, and other religious buildings, respecting architectural significance while meeting modern safety codes. We emphasize durability and flexibility to accommodate evolving community needs and worship practices.
Multi-Family Housing Engineering
We engineer multi-family housing units with a focus on affordability, sustainability, and compliance with housing regulations. Our BIM-driven process ensures efficient space utilization and structural integrity across apartment buildings, townhomes, and supportive housing developments.
People
Stephen A. Schwan
President
Stephen Schwan has led A.V. Schwan since 1997, bringing over 40 years of structural engineering experience. He emphasizes client collaboration and proactive project management, ensuring innovative solutions that align with client goals and industry standards.
Questions
What types of projects does A.V. Schwan specialize in?
We specialize in structural engineering for schools, retail/commercial spaces, sports facilities, religious buildings, and multi-family housing developments.
How does A.V. Schwan use BIM technology?
We use Building Information Modeling (BIM) to create 3D digital renderings, identify construction conflicts early, and optimize project outcomes through precise planning.
How long has A.V. Schwan been in business?
We've been providing structural engineering services since our founding in 1969, with over 50 years of combined experience in the industry.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We serve clients locally in Arizona and nationally, with professional registrations in over 30 states across the United States.
