Take A Moment To Browse Our Projects Portfolio
Explore our portfolio showcasing a wide range of flourishing projects. From engineering designs to complete construction management, our projects demonstrate the quality and precision we bring to every job. We invite you to delve into our work and see firsthand the innovation and expertise that Washington Engineering delivers. Each project reflects our commitment to our clients, from initial planning through to completion. Whether it's large-scale infrastructure or specialized architectural projects, our portfolio is a testament to our versatility and capability to meet a myriad of needs. Take a moment to browse through and discover the breadth of our professional experience.
Aircraft & Heavy Duty Pavements
Washington Engineering specializes in designing and constructing robust pavements for aircraft and heavy-duty applications. Our projects encompass extensive field surveys and as-built documentation to ensure precise planning and execution. A few notable projects include raising and re-ballasting extensive lengths of railtrack, such as 1,100 linear feet for intermodal facilities and 12,000 linear feet for large-scale infrastructure projects. We have substantial experience in removing failed roller-compacted concrete pavements and replacing them with 12-inch thick reinforced concrete panels, ensuring durability and longevity. Our designs also feature high-density asphalt pavement overlays, with thicknesses up to 17 inches, to support the movement of intermodal shipping containers and heavy-duty vehicles. Storm drainage improvements are integral to our projects, with installations including catch basins, oil pollution control structures, and extensive piping networks. Our construction support services encompass reviewing contractor submittals, processing Requests for Information, and conducting weekly construction progress meetings to maintain project momentum and quality.
Aircraft Hangars
Washington Engineering has extensive experience in designing and supporting the construction of state-of-the-art aircraft hangars. Our projects range from aviation museums like the Port Townsend Aero Museum, an 18,000 SF facility featuring UV protection, sustainability elements, and flexible display areas for vintage aircraft, to expansive maintenance hangars like the 23,800 SF facility at Bremerton National Airport. These hangars cater to various needs, including aircraft maintenance, administrative functions, and public exhibitions. Key features in our hangar designs include reinforced concrete foundations, hydroponically heated slab-on-grade floors, insulated metal roofs, and advanced mechanical and electrical systems. We ensure compliance with fire protection standards, incorporating systems such as NFPA-409 and full-building sprinkling. Our hangar designs also emphasize sustainability and operational efficiency, with elements like reflective lighting, double-walled fuel storage, and sophisticated drainage systems. We provide comprehensive services from permitting and site preparation to detailed architectural and engineering plans, ensuring every aspect of the project meets our high standards for quality and functionality. Whether it’s a facility for vintage aircraft or a modern maintenance hangar, Washington Engineering delivers designs that support aviation needs with innovation and precision.
Building: Additions & Alterations
Washington Engineering specializes in providing high-quality additions and alterations to existing structures, ensuring they meet current standards and client requirements. One exemplary project involved expanding a commercial office space, which included designing and constructing an additional 5,000 square feet to accommodate growing business operations. This expansion required structural enhancements to the existing building, seamless integration of HVAC and electrical systems, and compliance with modern accessibility standards. Another project saw Washington Engineering transforming an outdated warehouse into a contemporary mixed-use facility. This alteration project involved upgrading the building’s infrastructure, including reinforcing the foundation and load-bearing walls, installing energy-efficient lighting and climate control systems, and redesigning the interior layout to support both commercial and residential uses. These projects highlight Washington Engineering’s expertise in managing complex additions and alterations, ensuring that the extended or modified structures not only blend seamlessly with the existing buildings but also meet the latest building codes and sustainability practices. Whether it’s expanding a workspace or repurposing an old facility, Washington Engineering delivers solutions that enhance functionality, safety, and aesthetic appeal.
Building: New Construction
Washington Engineering excels in delivering top-tier new construction projects tailored to meet diverse client needs. One notable project involved designing a 357 square meter (3,842 SF) single-story facility featuring a concrete slab, walls, and roof structure. This fully air-conditioned facility includes a tactical radio room, LAN room, battery/UPS room, administration room, and restrooms. Designed with sustainability in mind, it adheres to the Green Building Rating System standards. Another significant project was a 24,000 SF retail hardware store and warehousing facility. As the Engineer-of-Record, Washington Engineering handled structural work including foundation, footing, and floor slab design, along with interior bearing walls. The site design encompassed access roads, parking spaces, sidewalks, curbs, and gutters. Additionally, the project featured a stormwater management system with a cartridge filter oil/water treatment device to enhance water quality before discharge. The team also managed the extension of water and sewer services to the building. These examples highlight Washington Engineering’s commitment to quality, sustainability, and sharp project management in new construction, ensuring that each project is completed to the highest standards.
Fuel System Projects
Washington Engineering offers a range of services for fuel system projects, catering to both military and commercial applications. Our expertise includes the design and installation of underground and above-ground fuel storage tanks, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. We handle the removal of outdated single-wall tanks and the installation of modern double-walled tanks with advanced leak-detection monitoring capabilities. Our services also include site remediation for contaminated soil, design and construction of diked concrete slabs for fuel storage, and high-capacity pumping stations for efficient fuel management. We provide robust underground piping solutions, including double-walled fiberglass piping with leak detection, to enhance safety and reliability. Our team extends utilities and designs access roads to facilitate smooth operations. With our focus on precision engineering, and mechanical, and electrical integration, we ensure that your fuel system projects meet the highest standards of safety and efficiency. Choose Washington Engineering for expert fuel system design, installation, and support.
Pre-Engineered Structures
Washington Engineering has a proven track record in designing pre-engineered structures, tailored to meet specific operational needs. One exemplary project involved the design of a 980-square-foot facility with an adjacent 630-square-foot vehicle washdown area, intended for handling and storing pesticides and pest control equipment. This project encompassed site improvements, utility extensions, and the construction of a concrete foundation and floor slab equipped with water containment features. The facility was designed to include hazardous material storage areas with explosion-proof electrical systems, complete mechanical and electrical systems, and essential amenities such as locker rooms, toilets, showers, and breakroom facilities. Emergency eyewash stations were also installed to ensure safety. Another notable project was the design of a 2,400-square-foot Pest Control Facility at the Yakima Training Center. This pre-engineered metal building, positioned on a concrete foundation and floor slab, was specifically designed for pesticide and herbicide storage and mixing. The facility included vehicle bays for parking and loading, as well as a washdown bay. The design incorporated heating, ventilation, lighting, and power distribution systems to ensure functionality and safety, especially for the storage of hazardous chemicals.
Roads & Parking Lots
Washington Engineering excels in the design and construction of roads and parking lots, addressing both functional and security needs. One notable project involved relocating the main entry to the Port of Everett Marine Terminal to improve security and create three 400-foot-long traffic queueing lanes. This required constructing multi-lane access from Terminal Avenue to a holding area with Class B asphalt pavement over a treated base, along with the installation of new automated barrier arm gates and a relocated security guard house. Additionally, an existing rail track was replaced with a new rail and concrete panel traffic crossing. In coordination with the City of Everett, this project also included constructing a pedestrian trail and relocating the Port security fence, alongside installing new fencing to segregate vehicle traffic lanes and the BNSF right-of-way. Substandard pavements were replaced, and storm drainage improvements, utility relocations, sidewalks, curbs, and ADA ramps were added to enhance accessibility and safety. Another key project was the site design for a new 11,000-square-foot medical office facility, featuring a 65-vehicle parking lot with a low-impact storm drainage system. Improvements included paving, constructing a transit bus turnout on Sheridan Street, and extending city water and sewer utilities to the new building.
Security Projects
Washington Engineering has a proven track record in enhancing security infrastructure for major ports. For the Port of Everett, we completed the TSA Round 2 Security Improvements, which included upgrading and replacing approximately 7,000 linear feet of perimeter fencing around the Port’s three marine terminals. We also provided a new hardened security guardhouse at the primary marine terminal gate and installed four automated gates at the railtrack entrances. Our team conducted field investigations and prepared CAD drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for this project, which was constructed in 2004. Additionally, we provided emergency construction support services. At the Port of Tacoma, Washington Engineering was selected to design significant security enhancements under the TSA Round 2 Security Improvements. This project focused on perimeter security fencing and gate improvements at multiple terminals, including Maersk, Husky, Washington United, Blair, Pierce County, Auto Warehousing, and Konoike-Pacific. We also designed lighting improvements for several key terminals to enhance security visibility. The project included major upgrades to the 11th Street perimeter fence, the west vehicle entry gate, and the installation of five automated railtrack and vehicle gates.
Stormwater Projects
Washington Engineering excels in designing and implementing effective stormwater management solutions. For a project at two jet fuel areas, we incorporated spill containment features including curbing and concrete vault-type oil/water separators. Given the presence of de-icing agents in the jet fuel, the effluent could not be discharged directly to surface waters. Instead, we connected the system to the sanitary sewer, and at one site, designed a lift station and force main due to insufficient elevation for gravity flow. Additionally, we updated the Port’s existing Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) to ensure compliance with Washington State Department of Ecology standards. This involved performing stormwater runoff calculations to determine runoff volumes, infiltration rates, and storage requirements for various design storms. We designed common drainage components such as bioswales, sedimentation ponds, infiltration ponds, and oil/water separators, as well as the associated piping. Our team also assisted in designing and obtaining permits for the Port’s new railroad car transloading facility. Washington Engineering’s commitment to innovative stormwater management solutions ensures effective and sustainable outcomes for all our clients.
Miscellaneous Projects
Washington Engineering has completed a variety of challenging projects, showcasing our expertise in engineering, architecture, and construction administration. At the Port of Tacoma, we executed the North Intermodal Yard project, which included field surveys, raising and re-ballasting 1,100 linear feet of track, rebuilding two track/straddle carrier crossings, and replacing 1,400 square yards of failed concrete with 12-inch reinforced concrete pavement. Our team provided construction support, from reviewing contractor submittals to conducting weekly progress meetings. At Fort Lewis, we designed and constructed three 1,100-square-yard concrete hardstands for helicopter refueling, connected to the runway by 1,000 feet of asphalt taxiways with edge lighting for night operations. The project also featured the installation of two 20,000-gallon underground fuel tanks, double-walled fiberglass fuel piping with leak detection, and a 500-square-foot operations control building. These projects demonstrate our commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. From schematic design and development to final construction drawings and specifications, Washington Engineering is your trusted partner for successful miscellaneous project completion.
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