How We Work

Our Engineering Process

Apex Grid Engineering follows a consistent, transparent process on every project — from the initial scope review through permit-ready deliverables and plan check support. Here's how we work.

Step 1: Project Review and Proposal

Every project starts with a review of the available project information — architectural plans, existing drawings, scope description, and jurisdiction. We evaluate the engineering scope, identify any missing information, and respond with a fee proposal within one business day.

Send us your drawings or scope description — PDF is sufficient
We review the scope and identify all disciplines required
We flag any missing information that affects the scope or fee
We respond with a detailed fee proposal within one business day
Proposals include scope, deliverables, schedule, and fee

Step 2: Project Kickoff and Information Gathering

Once authorized, we kick off the project by confirming the complete information package — architectural plans, existing drawings, equipment schedules, geotechnical report, and jurisdiction requirements.

We confirm the complete information package at kickoff
We identify outstanding information that is on the critical path
We coordinate with your architect, contractor, or owner representative
We confirm the permit target date and schedule engineering to meet it
We assign the engineering team across all required disciplines

Step 3: Engineering Design

Engineering design begins with the available information and proceeds through analysis, calculations, and drawing production — with coordination across disciplines and with the architectural team.

Structural analysis, MEP load calculations, and civil design proceed concurrently
Multi-discipline coordination — we resolve conflicts between disciplines internally
We communicate structural and MEP coordination needs to the architect
Engineering calculations are developed in parallel with drawing production
We use current building codes for the project jurisdiction

Step 4: Internal QA/QC Review

Before any permit submittal, our engineering documents go through internal quality review — a second engineer checks calculations, drawings are verified for consistency, and the permit package is confirmed as complete.

Second-engineer review of calculations and drawing accuracy
Drawing-to-calculation consistency check
Code compliance review for the jurisdiction and occupancy
Permit package completeness review — all required sheets and notes
Multi-discipline coordination review before submittal

Step 5: Permit Submittal and Plan Check Support

We deliver the permit package ready for submittal — organized, complete, and stamped. When the building department issues comments, we respond to them efficiently as part of the project scope.

PE-stamped permit packages delivered in the jurisdiction's preferred format
Electronic submittals in PDF format for online permitting
Plan check comment response included in standard project scope
Technical response letters, revised drawings, and calculations as needed
We communicate directly with the building department on technical issues when required

Step 6: Construction Phase Support

After permit issuance, we remain available for construction-phase engineering — RFI responses, field change engineering, and supplemental drawings when conditions in the field differ from the permit set.

RFI response for engineering questions during construction
Field change engineering for unexpected conditions
Supplemental calculations and revised drawings for changed scope
Material substitution engineering review
Construction observation when required by permit or owner

Start Your Project

Send us your drawings or project description and we'll respond with a proposal within one business day.

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