Business Details
Trusted Structural Engineering Services in Lexington, KY
RE Jackson Engineers, PLLC has been delivering structural engineering expertise since 1978, combining decades of practical experience with specialized technical knowledge. Our firm specializes in structural design services for buildings, from conceptual plans to construction administration, while offering unique capabilities in blast-resistant design, bridge inspection, and industrial vibration analysis. With over 45 years of professional experience, including military service and federal project documentation, we provide tailored solutions for institutional, industrial, government, and commercial clients.Our team excels in project management, ensuring cost-effective structural systems while maintaining compliance with DOD, DOE, and ATF guidelines. We pride ourselves on technical excellence, demonstrated through our work on complex projects like explosive safety facilities, educational institutions, and seismic analysis studies. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our extensive training in structural engineering best practices and our history of collaboration with architects and federal agencies.
Services
Structural Engineering
Blast-Resistant Design
Project Management
Bridge Inspection
Federal Project Documentation
Highlights and features
- We have 45+ years of structural engineering experience with P.E. licensed professionals in Kentucky and Texas
- Our team specializes in blast-resistant design and analysis for military and industrial applications
- We provide federal project documentation expertise for design-build procurement processes
- Our engineers hold specialized certifications in seismic design and structural analysis
- We offer comprehensive construction administration services including shop drawing reviews
Services
Structural Engineering
We provide comprehensive structural engineering services for commercial and industrial buildings. Our expertise includes creating construction documents, performing structural analysis, and overseeing construction administration. Clients benefit from our experience with steel, concrete, and timber structures across educational, government, and healthcare facilities.
Blast-Resistant Design
Our firm specializes in blast-resistant design for military and industrial applications. We analyze structural integrity against explosive forces and design protective systems that meet DOD and ATF standards. This includes retrofitting existing structures and designing new facilities to withstand accidental or intentional detonations.
Project Management
We offer full-cycle project management for structural engineering projects. Our services include cost estimation, design coordination, and construction administration. Clients receive expert guidance from conceptual design through final inspections, ensuring projects meet technical specifications and budget requirements.
Bridge Inspection
Our team conducts thorough bridge inspections and structural evaluations. We assess steel and timber bridges for safety compliance, perform load ratings, and recommend maintenance solutions. This service ensures infrastructure longevity while meeting federal and state regulatory standards.
Federal Project Documentation
We prepare comprehensive documentation for federal design-build projects. Our services include creating parametric designs, cost estimates, and DD1391 forms. This expertise helps clients successfully bid on and execute complex government construction projects with accurate technical specifications.
People
Ron (Roland E.) Jackson
Owner/Structural Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer in Kentucky and Texas with 45+ years of structural engineering experience. Holds advanced degrees in structural engineering from University of Kentucky and specialized training in blast-resistant design. Served as U.S. Air Force civil engineer specialist.
Questions
What structural engineering services do you offer?
We provide building design, blast-resistant analysis, bridge inspection, seismic evaluation, and construction administration services for commercial and government clients.
Do you specialize in military construction projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience with blast-resistant design and military facility upgrades, including explosive safety evaluations and hardened structure design.
Can you handle federal government contracts?
Yes, we specialize in federal project documentation including DD1391 forms and parametric cost estimates for design-build procurement processes.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Kentucky with projects in Lexington, Louisville, and Fort Knox, plus federal projects nationwide including Texas, Indiana, and New Mexico.
How do you handle complex structural analysis?
We use advanced finite element modeling and have expertise in vibration analysis, seismic design, and blast load calculations for complex structures.
What certifications do your engineers hold?
Our engineers maintain Professional Engineer licenses and have specialized certifications in seismic design, blast-resistant construction, and structural analysis.
