Structural engineering.
Two specialties,
one team.

High-performance structural design for new projects. Forensic assessment and rehabilitation for structures with problems. 25 years. 1,000+ projects. 32 states.

Structural Design Assessment & Evaluation Our process
▣ Service

Structural Design & Detailing

Design, analysis and specification of complex structures in steel, concrete and hybrid systems — from structural concept to construction drawings and technical supervision.

🏗
For
Developers, builders, architects and real-estate investors
📐

Structural Design & Analysis

Modeling, analysis and sizing of structural systems in steel, reinforced concrete and hybrid systems for any typology and seismic zone.

ACI/AISC/CFE/MX Seismic zone Wind Dynamic loads
🏗

BIM Modeling & Deliverables

Development of BIM models coordinated with architecture and MEP. Detailed structural drawings, calculation reports and construction specifications.

Architecture IFC Clash detection
⚙️

Special Foundations

Design of foundation systems for difficult soils, lacustrine zones, historic sites and structures with unusual loads. Piles, caissons, micropiles and walls.

Piles Caissons Micropiles Retaining walls
🔩

Steel Structures

Design, detailing and supervision of industrial steel structures, warehouses, frames and steel buildings. Welded and bolted connections per AISC/NMX codes.

AISC NMX Industrial Industrial hall
🏨

Mixed-Use Buildings

Comprehensive structural design for hotels, hospitals, shopping centers and high-rise buildings. Multidisciplinary coordination and long-term durability criteria.

Hotels Hospitals Residential tower
📊

Service-Life Predictions

Durability evaluation and service-life estimation for critical infrastructure and structures exposed to aggressive environments. Structured maintenance plans.

Durability Corrosion Life cycle
⚠ Service

Forensic Assessment, Evaluation & Repair

Forensic evaluation of structural damage from earthquake, fire, corrosion and construction defects. Expert reports, legal support and repair plans.

🏢
For
Insurers, adjusters, owners, industry and law firms

⚡ Reply < 24 h

For emergencies and active claims, we respond within the first 24 business hours.

🔍

Forensic Structural Assessment

Independent technical diagnosis of structural damage. Identification of causes, failure mechanisms and liability. Expert report for legal and insurance use.

Expert report Damage cause Technical report
🌎

Post-Earthquake Evaluation

Inspection, classification and assessment of structures after seismic events. Habitability evaluation, immediate-risk and emergency action plan.

Habitability Immediate risk Emergency
🔥

Post-Fire Structural Evaluation

Diagnosis of structural condition after fire incidents. Evaluation of residual capacity of steel and concrete. Determination of recoverable zones and required replacement.

Residual capacity Claim Replacement
🦠

Corrosion & Deterioration Pathology

Diagnosis of structures deteriorated by reinforcement corrosion, carbonation, sulfate attack and other long-term degradation mechanisms.

Corrosion Carbonation Service life
⚖️

Legal & Insurance Support

Independent expert assessment for insurance claims, construction litigation and technical arbitration. We act as qualified expert witnesses.

Expert witness Insurance & surety Arbitration
🔧

Repair & Rehabilitation

Design of structural repair solutions and rehabilitation programs for damaged structures or those that have reached the end of their intended service life.

Repair / Rehabilitation Strengthening Injection

Damage types we handle

Documented experience in the main structural failure mechanisms found in Mexico.

↗️
Cracking & Deformation

Structural vs. non-structural cracks. Excessive deflections. Differential settlement and partial collapse.

🏚
Construction Defects

Poor concrete quality, insufficient steel, deficient detailing, unauthorized modifications.

💧
Water & Moisture Damage

Leaks, corrosion from ambient or marine moisture, efflorescence and coating deterioration.

🏭
Industrial Structure Damage

Structural fatigue, operational overload, impacts and damage to industrial-plant steel structures.

🏛
Heritage & Historic Structures

Evaluation and rehabilitation of historic buildings under INAH criteria. Material compatibility and reversibility.

🌊
Coastal Seismic Zones

Integrated assessment of seismicity + marine corrosion in coastal destinations: Cancún, Los Cabos, Puerto Vallarta.

Sectors we serve

🏨 Hotels & Resorts
🏥 Hospitals & Clinics
🛍 Commercial & Retail
🏢 Residential & High-rise
🏭 Industrial & Manufacturing
🏛 Heritage & Museums
🏫 Education
⚖️ Insurance & Surety
How we work

Our process, step by step.

Every project follows a structured process that ensures technical rigor, clear communication and quality deliverables.

01

Initial consultation

A call or diagnostic visit to understand the project, the technical context and the client’s goals. Free of charge.

02

Technical proposal

Detailed scope, methodology, deliverables and work schedule. Honesty about timelines and required resources.

03

Execution & reporting

Technical development with regular updates. For assessment: site visit, lab and analysis. For design: models, calculations and drawings.

04

Delivery & support

Formal delivery of the report or executive project. RFI responses, site reviews and post-delivery follow-up.

Ready to start?

Let’s talk about your project.

Tell us what you need — within 24 business hours you’ll hear back from an engineer, not an assistant.

⚡ Urgent assessment

Do you have an active claim?

For structural emergencies and active claims we respond with priority. Contact us directly.

💬
WhatsApp
+52 812 440 1018
📞
Office
+52 811 357 8701
Email
info@pachecoingenieros.com
Urgent contact →
💬