Located in Cedar Park, Texas, TCB Structural is a locally owned and operated structural engineering firm committed to delivering forward-thinking, dependable designs. Each of our three founders brings over 20 years of industry experience, for a combined total of more than 60 years successfully completing residential projects throughout Austin, Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and the Gulf Coast. From custom homes and multi-family developments to commercial buildings and high-end architectural endeavors, we offer deep knowledge of regional codes, regulations, and best practices. By maintaining strong working relationships with builders, architects, and developers, we seamlessly manage projects ranging from specialty designs to large-scale ventures. Led by three seasoned professionals, TCB Structural provides the expertise and dedication necessary to ensure every project’s success.
FOUNDERS
Kelson Treuhardt - Senior Engineer, Director of Design
With over 50,000 structures designed and reviewed throughout his career paired with a degree in civil engineering from the University of Texas (UT) , Kelson is a highly skilled professional who has worked with national and regional builders and collaborated with prominent architects. He brings in-depth knowledge of Texas construction practices and code requirements, efficiently managing large volumes of work while maintaining high-quality standards.
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Ralph Gaston - PE, Engineer of Record, Director of Technology
Ralph Gaston, armed with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Texas (UT) and holding a Professional Engineer (PE) license since 2015 specializes in complex analysis, engineering, and programming. He developed proprietary analysis software integrated with AutoCAD, enhancing precision and accelerating our design process. Ralph has designed a wide variety of structures, including single-family homes, multi-family buildings, pools, retaining walls, screen walls, monuments, and amenity centers.
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Aaron Weaver - Director of Operations
Aaron excels at anticipating challenges and implementing proactive solutions. He leads project and process operations, ensuring seamless communication, coordination, and strict adherence to schedules. With a strong commitment to excellence and decades of field experience, Aaron provides strategic direction in creating engineering programs for large-volume production builders, high-end custom builders, as well as commercial and multi-family projects.
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At TCB Structural, we prioritize efficiency and innovation. We’ve developed custom in-house design and project management software to streamline our operations. Thanks to Ralph’s expertise, we’ve integrated specialized analysis tools into AutoCAD, allowing for faster designs and improved precision. Our project management system ensures clear communication and keeps projects on schedule, delivering on time and within budget.
Our team also includes:
Ashley Embley, Designer – With 15 years of experience, Ashley is a leader in developing detailed structural designs and supporting BIM modeling. Her communication skills and attention to detail enhance the accuracy and efficiency of our design documentation.
Candice Hendry, Project Manager – Candice oversees project scheduling, client communication, and coordination of deliverables. With extensive experience in structural engineering project management, she excels at organizing and resolving issues to keep projects on track.
Travis Jenkins, Inspector – With 17 years of experience in the construction industry, Travis is an expert in inspections across residential, pool, commercial, and post-construction projects. His meticulous approach ensures thorough and accurate inspections.
We’re proud of the diverse expertise our team offers. At TCB Structural, you’ll be working with a team that handles everything in-house. From start to finish, we have the expertise, tools, and resources to tackle any structural engineering challenge.