Business Details
Expert Structural Engineering Solutions in Los Angeles
AMIA Engineering is a Southern California-based consulting firm specializing in structural engineering, construction management, and innovative design solutions. Our team of highly experienced professionals brings expertise in seismic retrofitting, performance-based design, and advanced BIM/VDC technologies. We combine technical excellence with a forward-thinking organizational structure called Holacracy, which empowers employees to act as entrepreneurs while maintaining rigorous accountability.With decades of combined experience in residential, commercial, and high-rise projects, we deliver tailored solutions that prioritize client needs and engineering integrity. Our commitment to evolving industry standards ensures clients receive cutting-edge services that balance sophistication with practical execution.
Services
Structural Engineering
Construction Management
Seismic Retrofitting
BIM/VDC Services
Project Estimating
Highlights and features
- We offer 10+ years of seismic design expertise in complex high-rise projects
- Our Holacracy structure enables rapid, transparent decision-making
- Advanced BIM/VDC capabilities for precision construction management
- Team includes certified construction managers and licensed engineers
- Proven track record in performance-based seismic upgrades
Associations and certifications
- CCM
- LEED Green Associate
Services
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services cover residential and commercial buildings, specializing in seismic retrofitting and performance-based design. We deliver code-compliant solutions for new constructions and existing structures, ensuring safety and longevity through advanced analysis techniques and decades of field experience.
Construction Management
We provide end-to-end construction management using BIM/VDC technologies and Holacracy-driven workflows. Our services include scheduling, cost estimation, and quality control, ensuring projects meet technical specifications while maintaining budget and timeline efficiency through transparent, decentralized decision-making.
Seismic Retrofitting
Specialized seismic retrofitting for soft-story buildings and non-ductile concrete structures. Our engineers implement voluntary seismic upgrades and nonlinear analysis to enhance structural resilience, combining regulatory compliance with performance-based design principles for long-term safety.
BIM/VDC Services
We utilize Building Information Modeling and Virtual Design & Construction for precision project planning. This technology enables 3D visualization, clash detection, and workflow optimization across residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects, reducing errors and improving construction efficiency.
Project Estimating
Our estimating services provide accurate budget projections using industry-standard tools and historical data. We deliver detailed cost breakdowns for materials, labor, and timelines, supporting informed decision-making while maintaining flexibility for project scope changes.
People
Bardia Mehdizadeh
CEO
PhD in earthquake engineering with 10+ years designing seismic-resistant structures. Specializes in high-rise buildings and performance-based design, combining academic research with practical engineering solutions for complex projects.
Amir Zavichi
Construction/Project Manager
Licensed Professional Engineer and Certified Construction Manager with 8 years managing California construction projects. Expert in team leadership, client relations, and implementing Holacracy principles for agile project execution.
Nima Azad
Director of BIM/VDC
Master's in Civil Engineering with 5+ years applying BIM/VDC to diverse projects including airports and wastewater plants. LEED-certified specialist in digital construction workflows and sustainability integration.
Questions
What structural engineering services do you offer?
We specialize in seismic retrofitting, performance-based design, and structural analysis for residential, commercial, and high-rise buildings using advanced engineering techniques.
How does your Holacracy structure benefit clients?
Our decentralized decision-making enables faster responses, greater transparency, and more innovative solutions by empowering team members to act as entrepreneurial problem-solvers.
Do you handle both new constructions and renovations?
Yes, we provide structural design for new buildings and retrofitting solutions for existing structures, including seismic upgrades and code compliance modifications.
What construction management technologies do you use?
We utilize BIM/VDC for 3D modeling, drone photography for site monitoring, and digital workflows to enhance project accuracy and efficiency.
