Structural Steel Advisory
Built on
Strong Steel Erection Experience.
Expert estimating, field risk review, constructability analysis, and crane/lift access planning — before the first piece of steel leaves the ground.
What We Do
Field-Proven Services
Every service is delivered by professionals who have been on the iron — not just behind a desk.
Steel Erection Estimating
Accurate, detailed erection estimates grounded in real field experience. We account for sequencing, crane picks, raising gang, detailing and decking labor, and site-specific conditions that office-only estimators miss.
- Steel Erection Takeoffs
- Erection sequence costing
- Site condition analysis
- Bid package review
Field Risk Review
Proactive identification of field hazards, sequencing risks, and safety exposures before mobilization. We walk the site so your crew doesn't walk into surprises.
- Pre-mobilization site assessment
- Erection hazard identification
- Fall protection planning
- Safety audits
Constructability Review
Design and document review through the eyes of an experienced journeyman ironworker. We catch buildability issues before they become change orders — saving time, money, and field frustration.
- Drawing and spec review
- Connection detail analysis
- Tolerance and fit-up review
- Coordination conflict ID
Crane & Lift Access Review
Critical lift planning, crane positioning analysis, and swing radius review. We verify access, clearances, and load path before the crane ever arrives on site.
- Critical lift plan review
- Crane positioning analysis
- Swing radius & clearance check
- Rigging and pick point review
Why Iron Strength Solutions
We've Been on the Iron
Iron Strength Solutions is led by a journeyman ironworker with 35+ years of experience in the Chicagoland area — high-rises, warehouses, complicated rehab and rigging jobs, and everything in between. We don't just review drawings — we've set columns, made picks, and walked the iron. That firsthand knowledge is what separates our reviews from everyone else's.
We serve general contractors, steel erectors, fabricators, and project owners regionally and nationally, providing the kind of advisory support that prevents costly mistakes before they happen.
How We Work
Simple, Structured Process
Initial Consultation
Tell us about your project — scope, schedule, and pain points. We'll identify which services fit your needs and provide a clear scope of work.
Document & Site Review
We review your drawings, specs, and site conditions. For field risk and crane reviews, we conduct an on-site walkthrough when necessary.
Findings & Deliverable
You receive a clear, actionable report or estimate — written in plain language with specific recommendations your team can act on immediately.
Ongoing Support
We're available for follow-up questions, RFI support, and change order review throughout your project lifecycle.
