Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Construction & Engineering Services in Tampa
Founded in 2001, Ruark Construction & Engineering (RCE) specializes in delivering high-level technical expertise in construction and engineering. Our team of licensed Professional Engineers and Class A General Contractors combines structural and industrial engineering disciplines to serve pharmaceutical, manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality, and aerospace industries. With advanced tools like computer-aided design and virtual private networking, we provide turn-key solutions for complex projects. Our approach integrates schematic design, construction documentation, and project coordination, ensuring adherence to the National Society of Professional Engineers' Code of Ethics.We self-perform project scopes when needed, leveraging subcontractor capabilities through technically skilled supervision. Our experience spans clean room environments, manufacturing facilities, and commercial renovations, with a proven track record in Design/Build projects requiring technical innovation. Clients benefit from our focus on cost-effective solutions, attention to detail, and commitment to client-centric integrity.
Services
Clean Room Construction
Structural Engineering
Commercial Renovation
Manufacturing Facility Design
Industrial Engineering
Design/Build Projects
Technical Construction Management
MEP Drafting
Site Plan Drafting
Paper to CAD Conversions
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of technical construction expertise in specialized industries.
- Our team includes licensed Professional Engineers with structural and industrial disciplines.
- We adhere to the highest ethical standards per the National Society of Professional Engineers.
- We utilize advanced tools like CAD and virtual private networking for project precision.
- We self-perform project scopes to ensure quality control and cost efficiency.
Associations and certifications
- National Society of Professional Engineers
Services
Clean Room Construction
We design and build ISO-certified clean rooms for pharmaceutical and manufacturing clients. Our expertise ensures contamination control, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. Clients benefit from specialized HVAC systems, validated construction materials, and seamless integration with production workflows.
Structural Engineering
Our licensed engineers provide structural analysis and design for commercial and industrial facilities. Services include foundation systems, steel framing, and retrofit solutions. We ensure safety, code compliance, and durability while optimizing material use and construction methods.
Design/Build Projects
We manage projects from concept to completion, combining engineering and construction under one contract. This approach reduces costs, accelerates timelines, and ensures technical coordination between design and execution phases for complex industrial facilities.
MEP Drafting
We create detailed mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings using CAD technology. Our drafts ensure system compatibility, code compliance, and efficient installation for new constructions and renovation projects across multiple industries.
Commercial Renovation
We execute interior and exterior renovations for healthcare, hospitality, and office spaces. Our services include ADA compliance upgrades, structural modifications, and systems integration while minimizing operational disruption for business clients.
People
Ed Ruark
President
Registered Professional Engineer with 30+ years of construction experience. Led major industrial projects and held leadership roles in engineering societies. Graduated from University of South Florida College of Engineering and Florida Institute of Technology.
Javier Fuentes
Vice President
Licensed Florida Professional Engineer specializing in structural design and construction management. Holds dual master's degrees in Civil and Industrial Engineering from USF. Oversees project execution from concept to completion for complex facilities.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus on pharmaceutical, aerospace, manufacturing, healthcare, and hospitality sectors requiring technical construction expertise.
Are your engineers licensed professionals?
Yes, our team includes licensed Professional Engineers adhering to the National Society of Professional Engineers' Code of Ethics.
Do you handle both design and construction?
Yes, we offer integrated Design/Build services combining engineering and construction management under one contract.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Tampa Bay but have completed projects across Florida and select national locations.
Can you manage complex technical projects?
Yes, our engineering background enables us to handle design complexities without delays during construction phases.
What construction methods do you use?
We employ advanced techniques including CAD drafting, virtual networking, and self-performance of critical project scopes.
