Business Details
34 Years
experience
Architecture & Engineering Solutions Lombard IL
Since 1992, Valdes Architecture & Engineering has delivered excellence for industry-leading clients while staying true to its founding principles of safety, quality, and client satisfaction. As a multidisciplinary firm specializing in architecture, engineering, and project management, we hold professional licenses in Architecture, Land Surveying, Professional Engineering, and Structural Engineering. Our 200-person team serves diverse markets including oil & gas, chemicals, utilities, life sciences, and facilities, completing over 7,300 projects nationwide. We attribute our success to a commitment to technical excellence, with services spanning concept development to construction management. Our leadership team brings decades of experience across industries, ensuring personalized solutions for every client.As a certified Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE), we prioritize integrity, critical thinking, and teamwork in all operations. Our technical expertise includes laser scanning, process optimization, and safety-critical systems design. We maintain a 9-year consecutive Safety Excellence Award record and hold certifications from the National Minority Supplier Development Council and state agencies. With offices in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin, we execute all work domestically to ensure quality control. Our teams 30+ years of collective experience in capital project delivery drives timely, cost-effective solutions for clients nationwide.
Services
Architecture
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Process Engineering
Project Management
Laser Scanning
Plant Services
Validation Integration
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of experience in architecture and engineering
- Certified Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE)
- Licensed in 4 technical disciplines nationwide
- Completed 7,300+ projects across the United States
- 9 consecutive Safety Excellence Awards from NWIBRT
Associations and certifications
- National Minority Supplier Development Council
- Illinois Department of Central Management Services
- City of Chicago
- California Public Utilities Commission, The Supplier Clearinghouse
Services
Architecture
Our architecture team delivers comprehensive solutions from concept to construction. Services include existing conditions assessments, master planning, code compliance analysis, and sustainable design. We specialize in new construction, renovations, and regulatory-compliant facility designs for public and private sectors.
Structural Engineering
We provide seismic analysis, foundation design, and structural certification services. Our expertise includes steel/concrete restoration, vibration analysis, and assessment of existing structures for industrial and commercial applications.
Process Engineering
Our process engineers deliver simulation modeling, equipment selection, and optimization solutions. We specialize in chemical processing, fluid systems, and safety-critical design for petrochemical and manufacturing clients.
Project Management
We manage complex capital projects with formal communication methods and risk mitigation strategies. Our services include cost tracking, scheduling, procurement, and construction oversight for industrial and infrastructure projects.
Laser Scanning
Our high-definition laser scanning creates precise as-built models for facility documentation. This technology supports design validation, clash detection, and asset management across industrial and commercial applications.
People
Robert (Bob) Valdes
President
Founder with 30+ years of leadership in architecture and engineering. Drives strategic direction while maintaining focus on quality, safety, and client communication.
Brandon Bell
Senior Vice President of Operations
20+ years of utility and process industry expertise. Oversees technical excellence and operational development across all engineering disciplines.
Gary Bell
Senior Advisor, Process Industries
40-year veteran in oil & gas project management. Specializes in commercial and technical performance of contracts exceeding $150MM.
Steve Ejnik
Vice President of Buildings
30+ years of public sector architecture experience. Manages federal government projects and municipal infrastructure developments nationwide.
Bob O'Hara
Vice President of Power Delivery
25+ years of electrical utility experience. Leads substation and transmission line design projects with expertise in GIS systems.
Questions
What industries does Valdes Architecture & Engineering serve?
We serve oil & gas, chemicals, utilities, life sciences, buildings, and transportation sectors with specialized engineering solutions.
Is Valdes a certified minority-owned business?
Yes, we hold MBE certifications from the National Minority Supplier Development Council and multiple state agencies.
What professional licenses does Valdes hold?
We maintain licenses in Architecture, Land Surveying, Professional Engineering, and Structural Engineering nationwide.
How many projects has Valdes completed?
Our team has successfully executed over 7,300 capital projects across the United States since 1992.
Does Valdes offer international services?
We focus exclusively on domestic projects to maintain quality control and regulatory compliance in the United States.
What safety certifications does Valdes have?
We've received 9 consecutive Safety Excellence Awards from NWIBRT and maintain OSHA-compliant safety programs.
