Viswanath Urala, P.E. Email & Phone Number

Los Angeles, California, United States

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Building Envelope Services: Fenestration Analysis and Design, Facade Engineering. Structural Engineering: Single-Family and Multi-family Residential Buildings; Medium Commercial, mixed-use buildings.Modular Construction Consulting: Factory Built Housing (FBH), Housing and Community Development (HCD).

Los Angeles, California, United States

• Led multiple global teams of internal architects, engineers, product designers, and manufacturers in effectively navigating the building codes by creating a digital database with mathematical rules for code, while.
• Oversaw structural analysis and design of various building components and products, while exploring modular construction and… Show more
• Oversaw structural analysis and design of various building components and products, while exploring modular construction and product-based ecosystems.
• Directed the building envelope team on product requirements to comply with several international building codes.
• Directed several staff members across the world, to identify key design parameters and recognize critical variables for optimum product design while integrating with GIS-based sensitivity studies.
• Created standards for structural engineering submittals to building authorities and engaged with independent testing laboratories, educating various teams on understanding local ordinances and test protocols for.

Los Angeles, California, United States

• Developed comprehensive design criteria and authored project scopes and specifications, providing prescriptive design intent and performance criteria for material selections.
• Successfully prepared RFPs and evaluated contractor’s bids, ensuring optimal project alignment and contractor selection.
• Engaged in plan check review processes, skillfully responding to comments, and securing necessary approvals.
• Expertly navigated the Design Assist phase with contractors, co-authored… Show more
• Expertly navigated the Design Assist phase with contractors, co-authored cladding specifications, evaluated alternatives solutions, identified bid-omissions, resolved RFIs.
• Demonstrated proficiency in identifying scope gaps and omissions, proactively addressing potential risks to project timelines and budgets.

Los Angeles, California, United States

• Skillfully handled multiple projects simultaneously and was the lead structural engineer in the sales team for several successful project wins.
• Demonstrated a keen eye for evaluating various building envelope systems from clients, while working with designers, estimators, and project managers for risk-averse bidding and successful wins.
• Provided valuable input to A/E/C stakeholders, offering innovative solutions to enhance base designs and suggesting alternative materials for… Show more
• Provided valuable input to A/E/C stakeholders, offering innovative solutions to enhance base designs and suggesting alternative materials for budget conformance.
• Led the product engineering team in the Design Assist phase and conducted critical reviews of project documentation, scope, contracts, and specifications, while collaborating with several stakeholders and consultants.
• Authored design criteria, project specifications, and developed permit-level structural calculation reports, and worked on test criteria for performance mockups.

• Accomplished senior engineer and associate with a proven ability to manage diverse projects and lead teams of junior staff at a leading structural consulting company. Proficient in orchestrating seamless communication.
• Successfully managed multiple projects, overseeing eight junior staff members, and ensured optimal daily/weekly workflow, reporting directly to the Regional Manager.
• Demonstrated exemplary leadership in delegating tasks, aligning with the experience and abilities of junior staff, resulting in improved productivity and team performance.
• Actively collaborated with the Project Director to communicate design fee budgets and project progress, effectively steering projects towards successful outcomes during the design phase.
• Pioneered the implementation of new digital tools for interoperability within the Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) environment at Disney Imagineering, streamlining analysis, design, fabrication, and construction.
• Received prestigious recognition with the WPM award and Excellence Award for groundbreaking use of digital interoperability in the completion of "Pandora, The World of Avatar" at Disney World, Florida.

Los Angeles, California, United States

• Adeptly performed structural analysis and design for steel and concrete elements, contributing to the successful completion of two educational projects, collaborated with project leaders to facilitate a comprehensive.
• Worked with the team on Loma Linda Hospital, gaining proficiency in addressing California-specific OSHPD requirements for complex structural solutions.
• Distinguished as a peer reviewer for various project reports… Show more
• Distinguished as a peer reviewer for various project reports, contractor's shop drawings, and calculations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
• As a BIM leader, efficiently organized collaboration meetings and coordinated efforts with internal consultants and external architects, establishing digital collaboration protocols and transitioning the firm's workflow.
• Pioneered successful digital deliverable workflows, leading to repeat projects with existing and new clients, further solidifying the firm's reputation as a global leader. Show less

Los Angeles, California, United States

• Highly knowledgeable structural consultant adept at delivering advanced Building Information Modeling (BIM) services to consultants and contractors on various projects. Collaborated closely with the software.
• Spearheaded the collaboration with the software development team to create a digital library of structural components, significantly enhancing the capabilities of the new CATIA BIM software.
• Expertly provided BIM services to multiple consultants and contractors, engaging directly with clients to ensure project scope alignment and seamless progress.
• Led and managed a team of BIM professionals, optimizing productivity and ensuring efficient project execution.
• Developed cutting-edge interoperable tools and parametric models for primary structures, elevating the accuracy and efficiency of quantity take-offs and model coordination with other trades.
• Skillfully performed clash detection with MEP systems, mitigating potential conflicts and streamlining coordination efforts in the project.

• A Motivated graduate structural engineer with a comprehensive understanding of building code requirements and loading standards. Proficient in performing rigorous analysis and design of gravity and lateral systems.
• Solid understanding of building codes and loading standards, enabling precise compliance in structural designs.
• Proficient in conducting structural analysis and designing gravity and lateral systems for optimal strength, stability, and serviceability.
• Skilled in analyzing architectural drawings to identify and address potential risks, ensuring safety and efficiency in building projects.
• Collaborative approach to supporting the Project Manager in developing design criteria and preparing detailed analysis and design models.
• Hands-on experience in the design of reinforced masonry, reinforced concrete, pre-stressed concrete, and steel-framed buildings for various applications. Show less

Research and Teaching assistant

Structural Engineer

Detailing steel structures for retail stores, malls and warehouses.

M.S., Structural Engineer

M.E., Structural Engineering And Mechanics

B.E., Civil Engineering

12Th, High School