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Intermodal Center

Small Dome Alternate

Erie, Pennsylvania

	Building Area:	5,000 SF
	Completed:	2002

	Architect:	Roth Marz Partnership
	Structural Engineer	Name withheld
	General Contractor:	Perry Construction Group

The new intermodal transportation center was in danger of losing a vital component when the structural steel prices for the small dome area came in considerably over budget. Unsure how to cut costs, the construction team turned to Steele Structural Engineering for help.

After reviewing the original structural drawings, SSE devised an innovative solution without compromising the architect’s vision - cutting more than $95,000 (a 30% savings) in the process.

With the original design, the roof joists alone cost almost $230,000 (materials, not erected). Using SSE's design, the entire structure (red iron, trusses and deck) was fabricated and erected for less than $200,000.