Services

We assist our Clients during all stages of project development to achieve the Client’s desired outcome. Arias’ core services of geotechnical engineering, construction materials engineering and testing, and environmental consulting are critical elements for successful site development or redevelopment. Our services may be provided during pre-acquisition, during conceptual development planning, during initial site development, during site redevelopment, or during structure occupancy and use.

Geotechnical Engineering
Arias & Associates, Inc.’s engineers perform geotechnical evaluations to investigate the engineering properties of the materials underlying a Client’s site.  Using data gathered through field exploration and laboratory testing, Arias’ engineers assess risks posed by the presence of the underlying materials including groundwater and provide geotechnical design parameters and construction considerations for use by the project team during design and construction.  Our recommendations result in structures that safely operate for their intended use and meet the Client’s desired performance criteria. Arias provides cost-effective and timely solutions to engineering problems.

For more information about the extent of our geotechnical services, click on the Geotechnical Engineering link above or visit the Geotechnical Engineering page.  To learn more about projects for which we have provided geotechnical engineering services, visit the Project Gallery page.

Construction Materials Engineering and Testing
Material placement methods and the quality of materials used during construction have a profound impact on the performance of the final product. Such testing is performed at intervals outlined in the specifications to make sure that the quality of materials and the construction methods meet those specified by the project team. Deviations in material quality or placement, if not identified and rectified, may have undesired consequences for structure performance.  Testing and observation of construction materials and construction components is a cost effective approach for an owner, contractor, architect or engineer to assist in the overall effort to assess the quality of materials and construction on the project.

We encourage you to learn more about our construction materials engineering and testing capabilities by clicking on the link above or visiting the Construction Materials page. The Project Gallery page highlights a few projects where our services helped result in successful project completion.


Environmental Consulting
Identification and assessment of risks associated with environmental conditions at a property and proper permitting are essential for successful project development.  Whether the site is undeveloped, previously developed, or actively used with planned additions or renovations, environmental risks may be present that may impact development or the intended use.  Arias works with our Clients to identify and quantify risks, to assure regulatory compliance, and to develop and implement solutions if risks are identified.

To investigate how Arias & Associates, Inc. can assist with your environmental consulting needs, click on the link above or visit the Environmental Consulting page.  Environmental consulting projects are also highlighted in the Project Gallery.

 
Clinical Services Building, University Health System, San Antonio, Texas City of San Antonio Public Safety Headquarters, San Antonio, Texas Hangars, Taxiway and Runway Improvements, Stinson Municipal Airport, San Antonio, Texas

Clinical Services Building, University Health System, San Antonio, Texas

Arias & Associates provided geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and construction materials testing services for the University Health System Downtown Project, part of the $899.4M capital improvement program undertaken by UHS. Services provided for a previously developed site and included phase one environmental assessments, lead-containing materials surveys, and asbestos surveys.