Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Structural Engineering Solutions in Rochester, NY
Since 1995, Torchia Structural Engineering has provided consulting structural engineering services across the New York Tri-State region. Our team collaborates with architects, owners, and builders to deliver creative solutions for educational, healthcare, hospitality, commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities. With expertise in multi-story steel, concrete, and masonry buildings, we implement structural design early in schematic phases to reduce costs and change orders. Our staff includes professionals with backgrounds in architecture, interior design, and civil engineering, enabling comprehensive project coordination. Recognized with multiple AIA Rochester awards for projects like the Court Street Parking Garage and Steinheim Career Development Center, we prioritize structural soundness, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with client vision.Our services span foundation design, restoration, forensic engineering, and specialized solutions for construction types ranging from residential to industrial. Clients include prominent firms like St. Paul Travelers Insurance, LeChase Construction, and Alfred University. We maintain a client-centric approach, working closely from concept through occupancy to ensure project success. Our commitment to innovation and quality has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in structural engineering and design.
Services
Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
Restoration Services
Design Build
Construction Inspection
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have 28+ years of experience in structural engineering design since 1995
- Our team collaborates directly with architects during schematic design phases
- We guarantee cost-effective solutions through early structural implementation
- Award-winning track record with multiple AIA Rochester Design Excellence Awards
- Offer comprehensive in-house services from foundation design to forensic engineering
Services
Structural Engineering
Structural engineering services for multi-story steel, concrete, and masonry buildings. Our team provides foundation design, light gauge metal structures, and residential solutions while collaborating with architects to optimize constructability. We implement structural planning during schematic phases to reduce costs and change orders. Services include preparation of shop drawings and construction inspection for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects.
Civil Engineering
Comprehensive civil engineering services covering drainage/storm sewer design, retention ponds, site planning, and parking area design. We handle the rezoning and variance approval process while providing backflow prevention design and small pump station engineering. Our team ensures compliance with municipal requirements through detailed site plan reviews and grading solutions for commercial developments.
Restoration Services
Structural restoration and historic preservation services including condition surveys and feasibility studies. Our engineers assess existing structures for renovation needs, specializing in facade renovations and specialized equipment foundations. We provide forensic engineering analysis and construction bracing solutions for both modern and heritage buildings across New York's Tri-State region.
Design Build
Design-build services combining structural and civil engineering expertise for efficient project delivery. We coordinate with architects and contractors from concept through construction, offering value engineering during early design phases. Our team manages foundation structures, elevator installations, and crane runway systems while maintaining alignment with client budgets and project timelines.
Construction Inspection
On-site construction inspection services ensuring compliance with engineering specifications. Our engineers monitor structural installations, foundation work, and material quality during construction phases. We provide shop drawing reviews, field verification, and problem-solving support to maintain structural integrity and code compliance throughout the building process.
People
Carmine Torchia
Owner
With over 25 years of experience, Carmine Torchia leads structural engineering projects at Torchia Structural Engineering. He has received multiple AIA Rochester awards for innovative designs including the Steinheim Career Development Center and Rush Rhees Library Great Hall. His expertise spans commercial, industrial, and institutional projects.
Questions
What types of projects does Torchia Structural Engineering handle?
We specialize in commercial, industrial, institutional, and healthcare facilities including multi-story buildings, restoration projects, and specialized structures across the New York Tri-State region.
Do you offer civil engineering services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive civil engineering including site design, drainage systems, retention ponds, and zoning compliance for commercial developments.
How does your design process work?
We collaborate with architects during schematic design phases to optimize structural solutions, reduce costs, and minimize change orders through early implementation of engineering plans.
Are you experienced with historic preservation?
Yes, we offer restoration services including condition surveys, feasibility studies, and facade renovations for historic buildings and structures.
What construction services do you provide?
We offer construction inspection, shop drawing reviews, and field verification services to ensure structural compliance throughout the building process.
