Bennett & Pless Joins Forces With Linton Engineering To Strengthen Structural Engineering Services

In a strategic move poised to reshape the landscape of structural engineering services in the United States, Bennett & Pless, Inc., and Linton Engineering, LLC, have announced their merger. This collaboration aims to extend their high-level structural engineering services from the Southeast well into the Mid-Atlantic region. The merger is a testament to both firms' commitment to excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction in the structural engineering sector.

Dave Linton, PE, Founder of Linton Engineering, LLC, expressed enthusiasm about the merger, highlighting the shared values between the two firms regarding people, culture, and client experience. "We have built a solid reputation over two decades as one of the go-to structural engineering firms in Northern Virginia for some of the most challenging local projects," Linton stated. He emphasized that joining forces with Bennett & Pless, recognized as the largest structural engineering firm in the Southeast, would bolster their combined structural engineering strength and broad experience across nine office locations.

Ed Gazzola, PE, CEO of Bennett & Pless, echoed Linton's sentiments. He pointed out the strategic advantage of their new Loudoun County, VA office, situated in the heart of the Data Center capital of the world. This location is pivotal for servicing data center clients in the firm’s largest market sector. Gazzola welcomed Linton Engineering's diverse, innovative, and technology-forward experience, which he believes will keep Bennett & Pless at the forefront of design.

In a joint statement, Linton and Gazzola shared their vision for the future, emphasizing that the combined strength of over 170 structural engineering professionals positions them to undertake very large, complex, and mission-critical projects for clients across the national capital region. This merger not only signifies a significant expansion in geographical reach but also in the depth of expertise and resources available to tackle innovative and complex design work.

About Linton Engineering, LLC

Founded in Loudoun County, Virginia, in 2003, Linton Engineering has established itself as a premier structural engineering consulting firm. With a portfolio that includes complex academic buildings, historic restoration projects, and exclusive residential structures, they have demonstrated a consistent ability to deliver high-quality services tailored to unique project requirements. For more information about Linton Engineering and its services, visit www.lintonengineering.com.

About Bennett & Pless, Inc.

Since its inception in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1964, Bennett & Pless has grown to become an award-winning structural engineering firm and is recognized as the largest single-discipline structural engineering firm in the Southeast. Their expertise spans across various offices located in Atlanta, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Nashville, Orlando, Raleigh, and Sarasota. Detailed information about Bennett & Pless and its array of structural engineering services can be found at www.bennett-pless.com.

The merger between Bennett & Pless and Linton Engineering marks a significant milestone in the structural engineering industry. It not only enhances their service offerings but also reinforces their position as leaders capable of delivering innovative solutions for complex projects across a broader geographical area.