Business Details
Professional Engineering Solutions in Jacksonville
Morales Consulting Engineers has built a reputation for delivering high-quality civil and structural engineering solutions to both private and public sector clients. Our Jacksonville, FL-based firm combines decades of professional experience with a commitment to personalized service, ensuring each project receives hands-on attention from our principals. Specializing in transportation infrastructure, waterfront facilities, and complex structural systems, we provide comprehensive engineering services including design, forensic analysis, and construction support. Our team's expertise spans bridge engineering, site development, and environmental compliance, with a proven track record in municipal, state, and federal agency collaborations.We maintain rigorous technical standards while prioritizing client communication and project-specific problem-solving. Our multi-generational engineering legacy informs our approach to innovation and quality control across all project scales. We actively invest in staff development and maintain industry certifications that validate our technical capabilities. Client success is measured by our ability to transform engineering challenges into functional, code-compliant solutions. Our operational philosophy emphasizes transparency, ethical practice, and continuous improvement in engineering methodologies. This combination of experience, technical proficiency, and client focus defines our professional service delivery model.
Services
Structural Engineering
Waterfront Engineering
Forensic Studies
Site Development
Special Structures
Bridge Design
Environmental Compliance
Construction Support
Highlights and features
- We provide hands-on service with principals directly involved in every project
- Our team holds 40+ years of combined experience in structural engineering
- Specialized expertise in waterfront infrastructure and forensic analysis
- Proven track record with municipal, state, and federal agency projects
- Multi-generational engineering legacy ensures deep technical knowledge
Associations and certifications
- Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
- Small Business Certification
Services
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services encompass commercial, residential, and religious building analysis and design. We specialize in hurricane-resistant structures, concrete frame systems, and steel space frames for large clear-span spaces. Our experience includes stadium facilities, parking structures, and mid-rise residential buildings requiring specialized wind resistance solutions.
Waterfront Engineering
We provide comprehensive waterfront facility services including wharf design, bulkhead construction, and shipyard infrastructure. Our expertise covers breakwater systems, ferry berths, and underwater inspection/rehabilitation of marine terminals. We address coastal protection challenges while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations for port and marina developments.
Forensic Studies
Our forensic engineering services identify structural failures and distress causes through detailed investigations. We provide expert witness testimony, damage assessment reports, and repair cost estimations, particularly for hurricane-related structural damage. Our analysis includes condition evaluations and remediation recommendations for distressed infrastructure.
Site Development
We offer site development consulting from conceptual studies to construction engineering. Our services include drainage structure design, temporary bulkhead installation, and environmental compliance coordination. We develop controlled discharge solutions and construction access systems for challenging site conditions requiring specialized engineering approaches.
Special Structures
We tackle unique engineering challenges including bridge design, intermodal facilities, and specialty construction projects. Our experience covers FDOT bridges, pedestrian structures, and curved/straight box girder systems. We provide temporary construction solutions like cofferdams and trestles for difficult access locations.
People
Ed Morales, Jr.
President & CEO
With nearly 30 years in structural engineering, Ed Morales, Jr. specializes in project management and design for diverse civil projects. His expertise includes transportation infrastructure and complex structural systems.
Eduardo Morales, Sr.
Principal
A respected industry leader with 42 years of experience, Eduardo Morales, Sr. focuses on waterfront structures, airport facilities, and bridge design. His career spans institutional and transportation infrastructure projects across multiple sectors.
Valerie Morales
Secretary-Treasurer
Valerie Morales manages financial operations and office administration while supporting senior staff with project coordination. Her organizational expertise ensures efficient firm operations and client service delivery.
Robert Shumer
Staff Consultant
Robert Shumer brings 40+ years of structural engineering experience, including FDOT projects and military facility design. His expertise covers roadway systems, drainage infrastructure, and quality control for large-scale developments.
David Shumer
Staff Consultant
David Shumer specializes in civil/site design and permitting with 20 years of experience in drainage systems, roadway projects, and natural disaster assessments for public and private clients.
Questions
What FDOT pre-qualifications do you hold?
We are prequalified in Categories 4.1 (Miscellaneous Structures) and 4.1.2 (Minor Bridge Design).
Do you work with public sector clients?
Yes, we serve municipal, state, and federal agencies including FDOT and USACE.
How can I request an estimate?
Contact us via phone or email to discuss your project requirements with our team.
Are you MBE certified?
Yes, we are Florida-certified as a Minority Business Enterprise.
Do you offer international engineering services?
Yes, our team has completed projects in Colombia, Europe, and Guantanamo Bay.
What makes your firm unique?
Our family legacy combines two generations of engineering expertise with personalized service.
