Business Details
Trusted Structural Engineering Solutions Kernersville NC
CB2 Structural Engineers is a professional consulting structural engineering firm based in Kernersville, North Carolina. Founded by Charles L. Bowman II, a licensed professional engineer, we deliver logical and economical structural design and analysis solutions tailored to diverse project needs. Our expertise spans new construction, existing building evaluations, and historic preservation across educational, commercial, industrial, and religious facilities. We specialize in structural steel, concrete, timber, and masonry design while maintaining flexibility to adapt documentation formats for project-specific requirements.With licenses in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia, we serve clients throughout the Southeast and remain prepared to expand into new states as opportunities arise. Our practice emphasizes open communication, timely execution, and lasting client relationships built on technical excellence and personalized service.
Services
Structural Design
Building Analysis
Existing Evaluations
Historic Preservation
Multi-Level Structures
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined experience in diverse structural systems
- Our team maintains active licenses in three southeastern states
- We provide customized documentation formats for project-specific efficiency
- Our practice emphasizes direct, transparent client communication channels
- We combine modern engineering techniques with historic preservation expertise
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Steel Construction
- American Concrete Institute
- Precast Concrete Institute
- North Carolina Structural Engineers Association
- Structural Engineers Certification Board
- National Society of Professional Engineers
- Professional Engineers of North Carolina
Services
Structural Design
We create customized structural systems for new construction projects using steel, concrete, timber, and masonry materials. Our designs balance code compliance with economic efficiency while accommodating architectural visions. Services include foundation design, framing plans, and connection detailing for commercial, educational, and industrial facilities.
Existing Evaluations
Our team conducts thorough assessments of existing buildings for renovation, expansion, or code compliance purposes. We identify structural deficiencies, recommend reinforcement solutions, and provide life-cycle analysis. This includes load capacity calculations and material condition assessments for aging infrastructure.
Historic Preservation
We specialize in preserving historic buildings through sensitive structural interventions. Our approach maintains original architectural character while meeting modern safety standards. Services include timber framing restoration, masonry stabilization, and adaptive reuse planning for protected structures.
Multi-Level Structures
We engineer structural systems for multi-story commercial and residential buildings. Our expertise covers concrete flat plate systems, steel moment frames, and hybrid construction methods. We optimize vertical load paths and lateral stability solutions for high-rise applications in urban environments.
Foundation Design
Our foundation design services address varied soil conditions and structural requirements. We develop shallow and deep foundation solutions including spread footings, pile caps, and mat foundations. Specialized services include expansive soil mitigation and seismic anchorage systems for critical facilities.
People
Charles L. Bowman II
Founder & Principal Engineer
Licensed professional engineer with extensive structural design experience across educational, industrial, and historic projects. Specializes in code-compliant solutions that balance technical precision with economic practicality. Leads client communication and project coordination efforts.
Questions
What types of structural engineering services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive services including new construction design, existing building evaluations, foundation engineering, and historic preservation solutions for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients.
Which states are you licensed to work in?
Our current licenses cover North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. We can obtain additional state licenses as needed for specific project opportunities.
How do you handle communication during projects?
We maintain open communication channels through regular phone, email, and in-person meetings. Our process emphasizes timely responses and collaborative problem-solving throughout project execution.
What construction materials do you work with?
Our expertise includes structural steel, concrete, timber, masonry, precast elements, and conventional wood framing systems for diverse building applications.
Can you assist with historic building renovations?
Yes, we specialize in preserving structural integrity while modernizing historic buildings. Our approach maintains original character while meeting current safety and accessibility standards.
How are project documentation formats determined?
We tailor documentation scope to project needs - from concise reports for minor renovations to full AutoCAD construction documents for complex new builds, always prioritizing clarity and practicality.
