Jerry Garcia, P.E.
Principal

Jerry began his engineering career as a structural draftsman in Houston. In 1978 he moved to Austin to pursue his architectural engineering degree while working as a drafter. In 1984 Jerry was asked to help jump start Jaster-Quintanilla, he left JQ in 1990 to pursue his own dream, Structures.

As founder and Principal, Structures has grown to become a respected midsize engineering firm with a diverse portfolio. Jerry’s own project experience has included vast numbers of site planning, new construction and revitalization projects for an array of clients.

Representative Projects

• Central Health North Central Health Center, Austin, Texas
• City of Austin Municipal Court Substaion, Austin, Texas
• Echelon Building Structural Analysis, Austin, Texas
• Escobedo Stairs, Austin, Texas
• Houston Community College Felix Fraga Academic Center,
  Houston, Texas
• City of Austin Lady Bird Lake Boardwalk
• Ronald McDonald House of Austin, Austin, Texas
• San Antonio Public Safety Headquarters, San Antonio, Texas
• Seaholm Power Plant Site Redevelopment, Austin, Texas
• Travis County Precinct One Building, Austin, Texas
• Travis County Precinct Two Addition and Renovation, Austin, Texas
• TX DPS Crime Laboratory Expansion & Renovation, Corpus Christi, Texas
• Zach Scott Topfer Theatre, Austin, Texas

EMAIL

jerry@structurestx.com

LinkedIn Profile

EDUCATION

The University of Texas at Austin, Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering, 1983

REGISTRATION

Registered Professional Engineer in Texas, No. 67435

TESTIMONIAL

"Jerry’s expertise in a variety of market sectors and complex projects has made him a trusted structural engineer. He is professional, skilled and a reliable team member. He and his firm are able to overcome project challenges with creativity and skill."

– Bill Farnum,
Vice President Pre Construction, White Construction Company

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

• National Society of Professional Engineers
• Texas Society of Professional Engineers
• Structural Engineers Association of Texas