LINCHPIN Structural Engineering
Sustainable and Cost Effective Design
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Renown Medical
Public
Reno Public Safety Center
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Martis Camp Lot 308 | Structural Engineer
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797 Ida Ct. | Structural & Construction Admin
An Extension To Your Design Team
Innovative solutions to strengthen your design
We work closely with Architects, Developers, and Owners to solve complex engineering challenges. We have extensive experience in structural engineering with a variety of size and scope nationally. Linchpin prioritizes attention to structural integrity and quality, cost reduction, team collaboration, time sensitivity, and sustainability.
Why Choose Us
Licensed & Insured
Licensed across nine states, with NCEES registration to obtain additional licensure as needed. Fully insured on every project.
Agency Proven
Experienced with DSA, OSHPD/HCAI, and other public-works procurement across jurisdictions; We know the review processes and procedures.
Trusted & Referred
We pride ourselves in our sterling reputation and the trust of a client base with an exceptionally high rate of return and referral.
60+
Years of Expertise
Senior principals review every project, applying decades of experience to engineer structural solutions for unique complex designs.
3,588
Designs Delivered
Every design meets or exceeds current local code, optimized for strength, safety, and durability with no wasted material or cost.
How We Work
Our Design Process
While each project is unique, they all follow the same basic design process. Most of our work will follow the three following phases:
Discuss the Project
Define Requirements and Quote the Build
One of our Principal Engineers or Project Managers will meet with your Design Team to discuss project details, define structural requirements, and estimate billable hours to fulfill deliverables. Some services are quoted Hourly, as design revisions and change orders are common and may exceed original time estimates.
Request a Quote 1Design & Develop
Structural Designs, Calculations, and Reporting
Linchpin’s team will design the structural components of the projects according to current Building Code, and with the goal of meeting the design intent of the entire project team. The project manager will attend meetings and coordinate with the Client to ensure a design that is collaborative, intentional, and constructible.
Our Services 2Construction Administration
Inspections, Observations, and Review
We provide observations and inspections, review designs and submittals, and respond to questions from involved parties to provide clarification, substitution requests, or other RFIs. We typically recommend budgeting 15%-20% of the total project design fee for Construction Administration services.
View Projects 3Our specialties
Structural Design
Full structural design for commercial, public, medical, educational, industrial, and residential projects of any scale and material.
Building Modeling
Data-rich Revit BIM models coordinated across disciplines with clash detection for a seamless design team integration.
Snow Load Experts
Region-tested snow and seismic load design, led by our own ASCE 7 Committee member who helps write the national standards.
Seismic & Retrofit
Performance-based seismic evaluations and structural retrofits that restore damaged and aging structures to current code.
Historic Preservation
We've consulted on 200+ nationally registered structures to preserve historic character while meeting current code for safe, lasting use.
What People Say
Client Reviews & Testimonials
We pride ourselves in strong relationships, high quality services, and cost effectiveness. As a result, a large percentage of our projects come from repeat clients who know our quality of deliverables and high standard of communication, and enjoy working with us.
★★★★★
“Had these guys redesign our deck in Truckee and I can’t say enough good stuff about them. Hired them on a whim without working or knowing anyone who had worked with them previously. They were super responsive, professional and take a lot of pride in their work.”
Matt LeDucqHappy Residential Homeowner
Via Google →★★★★★
“Very knowledgeable and eager to help! Will definitely use them again.”
David RobinsonHappy Client
Via Google →★★★★★
“Allen is a first rate engineer. He did the job quickly and was very fair with his pricing.”
DanReno Design Build
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