Elizabeth G. Depaola

Severud Associates has been providing effective solutions to complex engineering problems since 1928—over 90 years of service to the building profession. The firm’s portfolio of more than 17,000 projects includes buildings of many types and uses located in New York, throughout the United States, and around the world. Its roster of satisfied clients includes architects, real estate developers, corporations, government agencies, and universities and colleges. The structural engineering services offered by Severud Associates range from conceptual planning to final inspection, including analysis, design, construction document preparation, and construction contract administration. In addition to new buildings, projects include additions, alterations, renovations, and repairs to existing facilities. Severud also conducts condition surveys, performs peer reviews, provides expert testimony, and acts as on-call consultants. The firm has the capacity to manage multiple large-scale projects along with many smaller projects. Severud Associates draws on its staff’s expertise and experience—most of the senior personnel have 25 years or more of experience—to develop economical designs that employ the most appropriate construction methods and utilize technologies to the greatest advantage. Engineers keep abreast of emerging structural systems, analysis methods, and software, which allows them to expand their knowledge base, cultivate new ideas, and implement innovative solutions. Severud applies best practices in green building design and strives to make structures increasingly sustainable. Engineering excellence and client service are top priorities at Severud Associates. The staff is committed to providing the high level of personal involvement and client engagement needed for successful project completion. The firm has earned many awards for the quality of its engineering and, more importantly, it has earned the trust of many longstanding and repeat clients.