The center compression ring was built in the shop, and then held in place for approximately a week while the radial roof  space trusses were installed.  After all of the trusses were installed, the crane released the center piece engaging the tension & compression rings. Actual rotunda dimensions were within 3/8” of the dimensions shown in the design drawings, an incredible feat considering the complexity of the rolled members and non-typical construction.

CJG Engineers modeled the rotunda in RISA 3d and Revit Structural to provide the design and construction documents for the building, and provided a 3d pdf for field use during construction. The coordination efforts between CJG Engineers and EE Reed Construction led to greater understanding and smooth installation of the complicated centerpiece.

CJG Engineers provided a peer review and alternate foundation design for the building, and are providing wind storm inspection services.

CJG Engineers’ ability to provide the highest level of professional service adds value to any stage of the design process. Our buildings are designed to the highest technical standards, and provide exceptional performance in any environment. See our services list for more information. 

The Barry Bubis Architects designed Pflugerville facility is a 24,000 square foot, concrete tilt-wall and steel framed structure with an estimated construction cost of $3 million. The project is estimated to be complete in mid August, 2012.

The project was developed using Building Information Modeling.

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The new restaurant has a seating capacity of 300, and will employ 110 people.

CJG Engineers served as the structural engineer of record.

Located in the Houston Amateur Sports Park, the $7M facility will contain the Methodist Center for Sports Medicine, a Competitive Edge sports training facility, and will be the new permanent training home of the Houston Dynamo.

CJG Engineers is serving as the structural engineer of record for the single story structure. The architect is Seeberger Architects, and design build services are being provided by Cadence McShane Construction Company. Construction is scheduled to be complete in July 2012.

Designed by Studio 8 Architects in Austin, the steel-framed building is built into the side of a hill, and features a double cantilevered second floor. The building will rest on deep drilled piers due to the poor quality, highly expansive clay soils, and the building’s lateral loads will be resisted by steel rod x-bracing between perimeter columns. A full-glass facade will accentuate the structure and will allow huge amounts of natural light into the work areas.

The project was developed using Revit Structure 2012, and designed using interoperable design programs.

Construction is slated to begin in late 2012.

CANstruction is an annual event held nationwide that as raised over 17.5 million pounds of food for community food banks since 1992. The Austin event benefits the Capital Area Food Bank.

This year, CJG Engineers partnered with KGA Architects, Lott Brothers Construction, and Cunningham Allen, Inc to build “Home Sweet Home.” The “Best Meal” award winning design design used 2,700 cans to build the gingerbread house.

The structures will be up until next Sunday, when deCANstruction will occur, and all of the cans will be donated.

In the past three years, CJG has been a part of teams that have donated over 8,000 cans of food through the competition and can’t wait until next year!

The Verret Group designed, 150,000 square foot complex includes a new sanctuary with 3,300 stadium-style seating, a two story youth activity center, and a chapel.

The project was completed using Building Information Modeling.

CJG Engineers served as the structural engineer of record for the 43,000 square foot finish-out, which will almost double Protect America’s office space. The architect was Carson Design Associates of Austin. 

For more information, see the Austin Business Journal.

The project includes the construction of a 100 bed hospital complex including billeting and life support for approximately 235 medical and other required staff.  It also includes all other infrastructure necessary to operate and maintain the hospital.  Utilities will connect to the existing Gamberi ANA Garrison system, while a separate emergency power system will be installed for the hospital.  The hospital will have a force protected perimeter wall with its own entry control point.

Structural services being performed by CJG Engineers include the design of the foundation system, force protected walls, entry control points and infrastructure support.