ECS Pittsburgh has been providing diverse geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, materials testing and building sciences + infrastructure consulting services throughout western Pennsylvania, eastern Ohio and northern West Virginia since 2012. Our office employs experienced professionals with local knowledge of geological conditions, regulatory requirements and construction practices. Our practical and innovative approaches to solving design and construction problems have earned us a reputation as an industry leader.
You’ll find multiple licensed Professional Engineers (PE), Engineers-In-Training (E.I.T.), Professional Geologists (PG), Geologists-in-Training (G.I.T.), Environmental Scientists and certified field and laboratory staff across our main office in northern Pittsburgh and satellite operations in Erie, Johnstown and Morgantown, WV. Our resources also include AASHTO and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) accredited soils and concrete/masonry laboratories meeting the requirements of ASTM E329 and a materials science lab that provides cutting-edge analysis, forensic evaluation and consulting on the correlation between material properties and performance.
ECS takes an integrated approach to consulting on complex projects for clients in a variety of markets. We combine the talent of our professional staff with cutting-edge technology and financial acumen to create solutions that work functionally and for your bottom line. We offer support throughout the project life cycle, including:
Geotechnical Engineering
Our geotechnical engineering consulting services evaluate soil conditions beneath a building project. We understand that what is beneath the soil is as important for structural integrity as what is on top.
Geotechnical engineering consultants use the principles of physics and geology to develop solid foundations for various structures in Pittsburgh. Examples of the tests our engineers perform include:
- Geotechnical lab testing
- Groundwater evaluation
- Seismic analysis
- Earth retention systems
- Retaining wall design
- In-situ testing
- Geostructural design
- Geotechnical exploration, assessments and design
- Geotechnical consulting
- Geotechnical instrumentation
- Vibration and sound monitoring
- Geophysical surveys
Construction Materials Testing
Our construction materials testing services provide reports quickly, usually within 24 to 36 hours. Materials testing is important for verifying the overall quality of construction materials and the finished product. We test materials for new construction or renovation projects to support compliance and improve the quality of the final product.
Construction materials tests we perform in the Pittsburgh area include:
- IBC Chapter 17 Special Inspections
- Observation services
- Floor flatness and levelness testing
- Crack monitoring
- Windsor probe testing
- Rebound hammer testing
- Gloss meter testing
- Ultrasonic testing
- Mobile on-site laboratory
- Structural steel assessments
Environmental Engineering + Consulting Services
Environmental considerations are more complex now than ever. Prepare to navigate the complexities of your construction project and reduce your impact on the surrounding ecosystem. ECS’ environmental consulting services help you address regulatory requirements. We can also make recommendations and offer remediation to mitigate and remove contaminants.
Consult our environmental services as part of your due diligence before starting a project. You can also work with us for conservation, including natural area assessment at the beginning. Additional consulting services include:
- Wetland delineations
- Brownfield assessments
- Industrial hygiene services
- Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments
- NEPA assessments
- Pollution prevention plans and evaluations (SWPPP, PPC, SPCC)
Building Science + Infrastructure
Our building science + infrastructure services can start from the planning phase of your project and extend through the maintenance and operations phase. Building science + infrastructure consulting supports building performance, sustainability and compliance goals.
During the planning consultation process, we aim to address the development stages of your project. In facility design, we evaluate structural engineering factors. In the construction phase, we provide quality assurance. Finally, our facility management services offer long-term project quality evaluation. Services include:
- Property Condition Assessments
- Building enclosure consulting and testing
- Building enclosure commissioning
- Roofing evaluation and testing
- Pre- and post-construction surveys
- Specialized structural testing
In the Pittsburgh location, ECS offers the following additional services:
Laboratory Testing
- In-house accredited soils, concrete and masonry laboratories
- American Association of State Highway + Transportation Officials (AASHTO)
- US. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)
Materials Science Lab
- Analytical materials testing program consulting
- Petrographic assessment
- Air-void content analysis
- Concrete chloride profile testing
- Aggregate analysis
- Failure analysis and condition assessment
ECS in Pittsburgh Is Your Go-To for Engineering Consulting
Contact us today to learn more or request a quote for our engineering consulting services in Pittsburgh.