Business Details
Your Trusted Structural Engineering Partner in Santa Barbara
CEDAR Structural is a licensed and insured professional engineering firm specializing in structural design for residential and commercial projects. Our core values of collaboration, efficiency, and dedication drive our approach to every project. We prioritize constant communication with design teams to ensure client visions are realized while maintaining structural integrity. Our team utilizes integrated software and practical methodologies to meet budget and scheduling demands.We are committed to client satisfaction through personalized investment in project success and community integration. Our attention to detail spans from structural behavior analysis to intricate detailing, ensuring compliance with building codes across all project types. Our unique project management approach enables rapid response to evolving client needs while maintaining reliability in advancing construction schedules.
Services
Structural Design
Project Management
Drafting Services
Engineering Consulting
Code Compliance
Highlights and features
- We emphasize constant collaboration with design teams to realize client visions
- Our practical design methodologies meet budget and scheduling demands efficiently
- Personalized investment ensures client satisfaction on every project type
- Comprehensive attention to detail maintains structural integrity and code compliance
- Proven project management approach enables rapid response to client needs
Associations and certifications
- ASCE
- SEI
- AIA Santa Barbara
What people say
Quick turnaround on plans
Cost-effective solutions
Reliable and friendly team
Excellent quality work
Responsive communication
Services
Structural Design
Our structural design services encompass residential and commercial projects, focusing on code-compliant solutions that balance safety with cost efficiency. We create detailed plans that translate architectural visions into structurally sound realities while maintaining budget constraints. Our engineers apply advanced technical expertise to ensure long-term structural integrity across all project types.
Project Management
We provide comprehensive project management for structural engineering components, coordinating with design teams and contractors throughout the construction process. Our approach emphasizes timely delivery while maintaining quality standards. We implement proven methodologies to streamline communication and resolve technical challenges efficiently, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget.
Drafting Services
Our drafting technicians produce precise technical drawings that support structural engineering plans. We synchronize drafting with engineering analysis to maintain accuracy in design implementation. These detailed documents facilitate smooth construction processes by clearly communicating structural requirements to contractors while maintaining compliance with building codes and regulations.
Engineering Consulting
We offer expert consultation on structural challenges and solutions for residential and commercial developments. Our team provides specialized knowledge on material selection, structural optimization, and code requirements. We work collaboratively with architects and contractors to develop practical engineering solutions that address specific project needs while maintaining safety standards.
Code Compliance
We ensure all structural designs meet current building code requirements through comprehensive analysis and documentation. Our team stays current with regulatory changes to maintain compliance across jurisdictions. We provide detailed verification that structural components satisfy safety standards while helping clients navigate approval processes efficiently.
People
Mounir El-Koussa
Owner/Principal Engineer
Licensed professional engineer with extensive experience in structural design for residential and commercial projects. Specializes in cost-effective solutions while maintaining structural integrity. Proven track record of timely project delivery and client satisfaction through collaborative approach.
Brandyn Gibson
Drafting Technician
Skilled drafting technician supporting structural engineering projects with precise technical documentation. Ensures accurate representation of engineering designs through detailed drawings that facilitate construction processes while maintaining compliance with project specifications.
Ritta El-Koussa
Drafting Technician
Experienced drafting technician contributing to structural engineering documentation with attention to detail. Translates engineering concepts into clear technical drawings that support construction teams while maintaining alignment with project requirements.
Questions
What structural engineering services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive structural design for residential and commercial projects, including drafting, code compliance, and project management services.
How experienced is your engineering team?
Our principal engineer has extensive experience with multi-family and commercial projects, supported by skilled drafting technicians and industry affiliations.
What makes your approach unique?
We combine integrated software tools with practical design methodologies and prioritize collaborative communication throughout all project phases.
How do you handle project timelines?
Our efficient project management approach ensures timely delivery while maintaining structural integrity and code compliance standards.
What industries do you serve?
We work with residential clients, commercial developers, and construction professionals requiring structural engineering expertise.
Are your designs code-compliant?
All our engineering designs strictly adhere to governing building codes and regulations for structural safety.
