Business Details
23 Years
experience
Trusted Civil & Structural Engineering Services
Founded in 2003, our firm has built a reputation for excellence in civil and structural engineering through 21 years of dedicated practice. We have successfully completed over 3,000 projects while maintaining a stable financial standing and an unblemished record with no history of litigation, claims, or worker-related issues. Our approach combines technical expertise with a commitment to mentoring talent and implementing sound business practices inspired by the 'Triangle Offense' philosophy of excellence, effective marketing, and sound management. We serve diverse market sectors including aviation, commercial, education, healthcare, housing, industrial, institutional, military, municipal, recreation, and transportation facilities.Our engineers are licensed across multiple states and jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with local agency requirements for plan checking, permitting, and project close-out. We specialize in fast-track engineering submittals through phased construction and multi-jurisdictional coordination. Our civil engineering expertise covers site development, sustainable design, storm water management, and ADA compliance. Structural engineering services include new buildings, seismic retrofits, and transportation structures. We prioritize community contributions and maintain offices in Monterey Park, Anaheim, and Metro Manila to better serve our clients.
Services
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Site Development
Seismic Retrofit
Transportation Structures
Storm Water Management
ADA Compliance
Public Works Improvements
Building Expansion
Facility Assessments
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of combined leadership experience in civil and structural engineering
- Our team has completed 3,000+ successful projects since 2003
- We maintain stable financial standing with no history of litigation or claims
- Our engineers hold multiple state licenses and specialized certifications
- We implement fast-track engineering submittals across multiple jurisdictions
Associations and certifications
- Minority Business Enterprise
- Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
- Small Business Enterprise
Services
Civil Engineering
We provide comprehensive civil engineering solutions addressing accessibility, sustainability, and regulatory compliance. Our expertise includes site development, storm water management, ADA path of travel requirements, and sustainable design certifications like LEEDS and CHPS. We handle public works improvements and utility design for both private and public sector clients.
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services focus on safety and compliance for new constructions and existing structures. We specialize in seismic retrofits, wind load resistance systems, and structural analysis for buildings made from concrete, masonry, wood, and steel. Our team handles projects from schematic design through construction administration phases.
Seismic Retrofit
We implement seismic retrofit solutions for existing buildings and infrastructure. Our engineers perform structural evaluations and design reinforcement systems to meet current safety standards. Services include performance-based engineering assessments and retrofit designs for commercial, educational, and municipal facilities.
Transportation Structures
We design transportation structures including bridges, roadways, and streetscapes. Our services cover geometric design, traffic circulation analysis, and composite utility coordination. We ensure compliance with local regulations while optimizing functionality for vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
Storm Water Management
Our storm water management solutions include LID implementation, SWPPP compliance, and SUSMP planning. We design systems that meet environmental regulations while addressing site-specific hydrological challenges. Services cover both public infrastructure and private development projects.
People
Virgil C. Aoanan
Founder and Principal
With over 40 years of experience, Virgil leads in civil and structural engineering for aviation, commercial, and transportation facilities. He holds multiple state licenses and specializes in site development, seismic design, and regulatory compliance.
Young K. Nam
Partner and Principal
Young brings 30 years of structural engineering expertise, specializing in seismic retrofits and high-rise designs. He oversees structural projects across offices and serves on professional boards while maintaining licenses in California and South Korea.
Questions
What engineering services does VCA offer?
We provide civil and structural engineering services including site development, seismic retrofits, transportation structures, and storm water management solutions for public and private sector clients.
In which locations does VCA operate?
We serve Los Angeles County, Orange County, and Metro Manila with offices in Monterey Park, Anaheim, and Pasig City.
What industries does VCA specialize in?
We specialize in aviation, commercial, education, healthcare, housing, industrial, institutional, military, municipal, recreation, and transportation sectors.
How experienced is VCA's team?
Our principals have over 70 combined years of experience with multiple state licenses and specialized certifications in structural and civil engineering disciplines.
What project delivery methods does VCA use?
We work with design-bid-build and design-build methods, handling fast-track submittals across multiple construction phases and jurisdictional agencies.
Does VCA handle regulatory compliance?
Yes, we ensure compliance with ADA requirements, LEEDS/CHPS standards, and local agency regulations for plan checking, permitting, and project close-out processes.
