Business Details
40 Years
experience
Award-Winning Structural Engineering Services in Nashville, TN
EMC Structural Engineers PC is an award-winning structural engineering firm founded in 1986. With over 280 years of combined experience, we specialize in the design, analysis, and engineering of commercial buildings and structures across office, retail, industrial, healthcare, hospitality, and educational sectors. Licensed in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, our team of nine licensed engineers and 25 professionals delivers dependable, quality services through clear communication and technical expertise. We prioritize client relationships, offering solutions that balance innovation with practicality to meet project goals. Our reputation is built on solving complex technical challenges while maintaining schedules and budgets.From new construction to historic rehabilitation, we partner with clients to create safe, efficient structures tailored to their needs. Our engineers utilize advanced software and traditional methods to ensure precision in every project. Recognized for excellence through industry awards, we remain committed to advancing structural engineering standards. Our Nashville, Tennessee headquarters serves as a hub for national and international projects. We combine decades of experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver results that exceed expectations.
Services
Structural Engineering
Healthcare Facilities
Corporate Office Buildings
Hotel Design
Structural Rehabilitation
Mixed-Use Developments
Seismic Analysis
Concrete Design
Steel Framing
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer 39+ years of structural engineering expertise with 280+ years of combined team experience.
- Our firm is licensed in all 50 states, DC, and Puerto Rico for nationwide project capabilities.
- We specialize in complex projects including healthcare facilities, high-rise hotels, and historic renovations.
- Our team includes nine licensed engineers and 25 professionals dedicated to technical excellence.
- We combine advanced software with practical engineering solutions for optimal project outcomes.
Services
Structural Engineering
Comprehensive structural engineering for commercial buildings including load calculations, material selection, and code compliance. Services cover new construction, renovations, and forensic analysis. Our team ensures structural integrity while optimizing cost-efficiency and constructability for projects ranging from small additions to high-rise developments.
Healthcare Facilities
Specialized structural design for hospitals, clinics, and medical centers. Expertise in seismic upgrades, vibration control, and phased construction for operational facilities. We address unique requirements like heavy equipment support and future expansion planning while maintaining strict regulatory compliance for healthcare environments.
Corporate Office Buildings
Structural solutions for class-A office developments including high-rise towers, parking garages, and mixed-use complexes. Our experience spans post-tensioned concrete systems, steel framing, and mass timber construction. We optimize layouts for flexibility while ensuring energy efficiency and long-term durability for modern corporate environments.
Hotel Design
Structural engineering for hotels from boutique properties to 30-story towers. Services include podium construction, acoustic separation between guest rooms and amenities, and rooftop feature integration. We address unique challenges like cantilevered elements and multi-level parking integration while maintaining budget constraints.
Structural Rehabilitation
Assessment and retrofitting of existing structures including historic buildings and aging commercial properties. Services cover foundation upgrades, seismic reinforcement, and adaptive reuse strategies. Our team employs non-destructive testing and 3D modeling to extend building lifespans while meeting modern safety standards and preserving architectural character.
People
Mark Savage
Principal
Principal engineer with expertise in structural analysis and design of complex buildings using concrete, steel, and hybrid systems. Led engineering for Nashville's BNA Airport Terminal Garage and Virgin Hotel. Combines advanced software proficiency with practical construction knowledge to deliver efficient solutions.
Ben Faris
Principal
Principal specializing in healthcare and industrial structures. Directed engineering for Opryland Soundwaves Water Park and Westin Hotel Nashville. Known for solving complex technical challenges in large-scale projects while maintaining constructability and cost-effectiveness.
Jim Barham
Principal
Principal with focus on historic renovations and multi-material structures. Oversees engineering software implementation and production processes. Brings technical expertise to projects like Hilton Green Hills and Hotel Indigo conversions while managing firm-wide engineering standards.
Richard Begin
Principal
Principal engineer with experience in diverse structural systems. Led design for Tennessee State Library & Archives and 1030 Music Row mass timber project. Specializes in balancing client needs with technical requirements for optimal structural performance.
Mark Buchanan
Founding Partner
Founding partner with expertise in design-build projects and forensic engineering. Brings practical construction knowledge to developments like Green Hills Lifestyle Center. Focuses on creating constructable documents that reduce costs and accelerate project timelines.
Questions
What types of structures does EMC specialize in?
We specialize in commercial buildings including healthcare facilities, hotels, corporate offices, mixed-use developments, and educational institutions.
Are you licensed for projects outside Tennessee?
Yes, we hold licenses in all 50 states, DC, and Puerto Rico for nationwide project capabilities.
How does EMC handle complex engineering challenges?
We combine advanced software analysis with practical construction experience to develop efficient, buildable solutions for complex projects.
What experience do you have with historic buildings?
Our team has extensive experience in structural rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of historic structures while preserving architectural integrity.
Can you handle large-scale developments?
Yes, we've engineered major projects like 30-story hotels, million-square-foot office towers, and multi-building campus developments.
