About Our Company
Irvine Geotechnical, Inc. is a California-licensed and incorporated company specializing in engineering geology and geotechnical engineering consulting services.
Principal
Jon A. Irvine is the President and principal geotechnical engineer/engineering geologist. He has more than 40 years of professional experience in southern California and holds licenses as a Geotechnical Engineer, Professional Engineer, Professional Geologist, and Certified Engineering Geologist. His expertise includes evaluating seismic hazards, identifying earth materials, quantifying engineering characteristics of earth materials, and assessing interactions between earth and engineered structures.
The company employs an experienced staff of geologists, engineers, deputy grading inspectors, and technicians.
Focus Areas
- Design and construction of new buildings and engineered projects
- Expert witness testimony
- Forensic engineering studies
- Depending on Backlog, due-diligence evaluations of real property
- Depending on Backlog, feasibility studies
Project Types
- High-rise buildings
- Mid and low-rise commercial buildings and residential structures
- Residential subdivisions
- Landslide repairs and slope stabilization
- Forensic analyses of failed slopes and structures
Technical Capabilities
Developed proprietary software for analyzing earth pressures, quantifying liquefaction, modeling ground settlement, and evaluating stability of slopes and excavations. Expertise in liquefaction, stability of slopes and excavations, seismicity, and foundation design.
Services Provided
- Geotechnical recommendations and advice for site preparation and structure design
- Field verification of site conditions during construction
- Quality control observations and testing
Clients
- Local cities
- Schools
- Homeowners
- Architects
- Engineers
- Developers
Business Approach
Most work comes from repeat business or direct referrals. Provides accurate, thorough, and value-engineered advice. Maintains appropriate licenses and insurance for governmental and commercial projects.