Forell / Elsesser Engineers

Forell | Elsesser Engineers is an award-winning structural and earthquake engineering firm that has been in continuous practice for 60+ years. Our large portfolio of projects comprises new and rehabilitated facilities of all types of construction, demonstrating our experience in all aspects of structural engineering and seismic design. We consider ourselves to be "problem-solvers" who bring a fresh outlook to each structural challenge and who also take into account individual and unique project requirements, criteria, and budget limitations.

Forell | Elsesser has been actively involved in design/build projects since the early 1980's. Our experience has ranged from the development of bridging documents, including design criteria, performance specifications, and bridging drawings, to working closely with general contractors from the start of design through construction. In the traditional "design/bid/build" project delivery model, there is limited ability to exchange ideas with the contractor resulting in design solutions that are not fully optimized.

Forell | Elsesser is committed to helping our clients succeed in achieving their sustainable design endeavors, and minimizing the impact on our built environment. Reasons for "green building" are numerous, from an overall commitment to the environment to using green building strategies to lower the "first-cost" of construction and operational energy. Forell | Elsesser is a proud member of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and is at the forefront in providing structural engineering services that promote the design, construction, and operation of buildings that are environmentally responsible, profitable, and healthy places to live and work.