Robert J. Murray, PE

Robert’s professional engineering career spans over 30 years. Licensed in multiple states and as the Founder and Principal of Murray Engineering for the last 20+ years, Robert has crafted a reputation for excellence—applying deep knowledge, creating tailored solutions, and delivering solid results.

In 2020, Robert was named an Honorary Member of the Structural Engineers Association of New York (SEAoNY). He has served SEAoNY as Board President, Board Member, Director of Programs, and member of various code committees.

Robert has experience in all construction types including steel, concrete, timber, and masonry structures. His expertise is not only with new building design but with the expansion,  renovation, historic preservation, adaptive reuse, and evaluation of existing structures. He remains passionate about building science, sustainable design, and enjoys modular and panelized construction. 

Internal to the company, Robert is focused on mentoring our skilled and talented junior engineers with a successful team environment attitude.

Andrea Shear PE

Andrea Shear is a licensed Professional Engineer in multiple states with over 20 years of experience in structural engineering, including Forensic Engineering. She has participated in the evaluation, design, and construction administration of projects in the US ranging from small to large scale for construction materials, including wood, masonry, glass, and steel, as well as conventionally reinforced, precast, prestressed, and post-tensioned concrete.

Andrea’s diverse expertise enables her to navigate the complexities of building restoration effectively. She has successfully managed complex projects and served as the Engineer of Record for numerous renovation and repair projects across the New York Metropolitan area. Her work includes Facade Inspection Safety Program (FISP) inspections and repairs, interior renovations, mechanical and electrical upgrades, and parking garage repairs.

Andrea boasts numerous certifications in New York City, including Qualified Parking Structure Inspector. She is a board member of the Structural Engineers Association of New York (SEAoNY), co-chair of the SEAoNY Codes and Standards Committee, and on the General Requirements Subcommittee of the National Council of Structural Engineers Association (NCSEA)’s Code Advisory Committee. 

Michael Lynch, PE

Michael has over 30 years of experience in the design of modular structures from small additions to large-scale residential, commercial, hospitality, healthcare, and academic buildings. He also has expertise in conventional design and construction for a variety of materials—steel, concrete, masonry, and timber—for different project types, including new construction, renovations, restorations, alterations, and additions.

Sandra Arias

Sandra has experience in Engineering and Management and serves as the gatekeeper to our firm. She maintains communication with senior management and our clients to ensure projects are managed and delivered to high-level standards our clients have come to expect. She also manages the firm’s traditional and digital communications. She ensures written proposals, presentations, web and social media presence, and industry events communications’ are all aligned.

James P. Quinn, PE

Jim has over 25 years of experience in both modular and conventionally framed structures. His project expertise includes large-scale new construction of multi-family developments, high-end single-family homes, luxury townhome renovations, healthcare facilities, and adaptive reuse of structures. He enjoys projects that require a high degree of architectural coordination and special structural components and applies his talents to invoke solutions to our client’s expectations. 

David F. Reynolds, PE

David has over 15 years of experience in designing and analyzing structures. With a thorough understanding and deep appreciation of both historic and contemporary buildings, David has cultivated expertise in preservation, restoration, and forensic investigation projects. He is also well versed in designing special structures such as sculptural stairs, facades, and art installations,  all of which require innovative outside-the-box thinking.

Anthony Piderit, PE, SE

Anthony Piderit has over a decade of experience in designing conventional concrete, steel, masonry, and modular structures, with a portfolio spanning commercial, institutional, low and high-rise residential, cultural, hospitality, and historic buildings. He has effectively led structural design teams on numerous new construction projects, including four recent ground-up residential and hospitality buildings ranging from 12 to 26 stories. These projects utilized various structural systems like steel frames, cast-in-place concrete, and modular construction. Adopting a collaborative approach, Mr. Piderit works closely with architects, owners, and builders to identify the most suitable and efficient systems for each site and building layout, ensuring continuous coordination with design and construction teams to keep projects on time and within budget.

He has extensive experience working on existing buildings and has led structural teams in adaptive reuse, designing alterations, and additions to these structures. His expertise in investigation, evaluation, restoration, and remediation projects has honed his ability to navigate local regulations, coordinate with the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC), and conduct New York City’s Façade Inspection & Safety Program (FISP).

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