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JAMES ROBINSON

Austin

Summary

Licensed Professional Engineer with experience in structural engineering, forensic investigations, building diagnostics, and property condition assessments for commercial, multifamily, and residential properties. Experienced in evaluating structural systems, building envelopes, and building components to identify deficiencies, assess risk, and develop practical repair recommendations. Skilled in construction quality assurance, plan review, due diligence assessments, structural inspections, and structural repair design. Prior residential construction experience managing and building homes from foundation through completion provides a practical understanding of how structures are assembled, allowing for engineering solutions that are both technically sound and constructible in the field.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Engineer

CRITERIUM-WILLIAMS ENGINEERS
New Braunfels
01.2021 - Current
  • Perform forensic investigations, building diagnostics, and structural evaluations for commercial, multifamily, HOA, and residential properties.
  • Conduct property condition assessments (PCA), transition studies, reserve study inspections, and due diligence evaluations.
  • Evaluate structural systems, building envelopes, and building components to identify deficiencies and develop repair recommendations.
  • Perform construction quality assurance inspections and field observations.
  • Review architectural and engineering plans for commercial clients.
  • Prepare engineering reports documenting observations, findings, risk assessments, and recommended corrective actions.
  • Perform structural analysis and design for residential and light-commercial projects.
  • Coordinate with property owners, contractors, architects, attorneys, developers, property managers, and community association boards.

Structural Engineer Intern (EIT)

TDI ENGINEERING
Austin
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Performed structural analysis and design of wood, steel, concrete, masonry, and light-gauge steel structures.
  • Developed structural calculations and computer models using RISA 2D/3D and RAM Structural System.
  • Prepared engineering calculations, design documents, and construction details.
  • Reviewed shop drawings and product submittals.
  • Assisted with structural inspections, field investigations, and construction observations.

Code Enforcement Officer

CITY OF LUBBOCK
Lubbock
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Enforced municipal zoning, land-use, and property maintenance regulations.
  • Conducted field inspections and investigations.
  • Prepared technical reports and recommendations.
  • Coordinated with property owners, contractors, public agencies, and city departments.

Residential Home Builder

ECKERT CONSTRUCTION
San Angelo
01.2010 - 01.2016

• Participated in the construction of high-end custom homes from foundation through completion, including framing, concrete work, structural modifications, and finish construction.

• Interpreted architectural and engineering plans to coordinate construction activities and resolve field conditions during all phases of construction.

• Worked directly with builders, engineers, architects, inspectors, subcontractors, and homeowners throughout project development and construction.

• Assisted in project planning, material takeoffs, scheduling, and coordination of construction activities to maintain project quality and efficiency.

• Developed a practical understanding of structural systems, building materials, construction sequencing, and field execution through hands-on involvement in custom residential construction.

Education

Master of Science - Civil Engineering

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
01-2019

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Physics

Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX
01-2017

Skills

  • Building Diagnostics & Consulting
  • Forensic Investigations
  • Property Condition Assessments (PCA)
  • Building Envelope Evaluations
  • Reserve Study Inspections
  • Transition Studies
  • Due Diligence Assessments
  • Construction Quality Assurance (QA/QC)
  • Plan Review
  • Building Code Compliance
  • Structural Engineering
  • Structural Analysis
  • Structural Repair Design
  • Foundation Evaluations
  • Structural Inspections
  • Wood Structures
  • Structural Steel
  • Reinforced Concrete
  • Masonry / CMU
  • Light-Gauge Steel
  • Software
  • RISA 2D / 3D
  • RAM Structural System
  • AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Credentials

PE

Specializations

  • Building Diagnostics
  • Forensic Investigations
  • Structural Engineering

Personal Information

Title: Project Engineer

Core Competencies

Forensic Investigations, Property Condition Assessments (PCA), Building Envelope Evaluations, Reserve Study Inspections, Transition Studies, Due Diligence Assessments, Construction Quality Assurance (QA/QC), Plan Review, Building Code Compliance, Structural Analysis, Structural Repair Design, Foundation Evaluations, Structural Inspections, Wood Structures, Structural Steel, Reinforced Concrete, Masonry / CMU, Light-Gauge Steel, RISA 2D / 3D, RAM Structural System, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite

Professional Licensure

Professional Engineer (PE), Texas, 01/01/25

Timeline

Project Engineer

CRITERIUM-WILLIAMS ENGINEERS
01.2021 - Current

Structural Engineer Intern (EIT)

TDI ENGINEERING
01.2019 - 01.2021

Code Enforcement Officer

CITY OF LUBBOCK
01.2017 - 01.2019

Residential Home Builder

ECKERT CONSTRUCTION
01.2010 - 01.2016

Master of Science - Civil Engineering

Texas Tech University

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Physics

Angelo State University
JAMES ROBINSON