Collaboration | Value Engineering

SME Steel thrives on collaborating with construction and design teams early in the project’s design phase. Our experts bring decades of specialized experience and training, offering invaluable value engineering that enhances efficiency and reduces costs. By integrating these insights into the project, we help achieve significant savings in both time and budget.  

As a single-source provider for complete Division 5 steel packages and services, SME Steel ensures seamless coordination. With all aspects managed in-house under one roof, our team delivers streamlined solutions that optimize project execution.


Design-Assist | Design-Build | BIM

From the early days of Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology, SME Steel has embraced 3D modeling and detailing for all projects. This commitment to innovation aligns with our corporate vision and is shared by our in-house detailing division, SME-CAD, as well as our trusted partnerships with independent detailing firms.  

By leveraging 3D models, SME Steel efficiently manages every phase of fabrication and erection. Detailed data seamlessly integrates into our production system software, facilitating advance bills of material (ABM), shop drawings, fabrication releases, shipping load lists, and erection sequencing.  

As a leader in adopting this transformative technology, SME Steel continues to collaborate closely with Owners, General Contractors, Design Teams, and Specialty Contractors, ensuring precision and efficiency on every project.

 



Estimating

SME Steel's ability to accurately capture and define project scope sets us apart in the industry. Our highly skilled estimators utilize proven evaluation methods to develop precise estimates, from stochastic assessments in the early stages to deterministic calculations in the final phases. This expertise ensures accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness throughout the project lifecycle.




Project Management

SME Steel takes pride in its ability to efficiently manage the planning, organization, and control of resources, protocols, and procedures to achieve optimal project outcomes.  

For us, Project Management means seamless collaboration and integration with the entire construction team. Our approach focuses on meeting predefined objectives, addressing constraints, and proactively developing solutions during the preconstruction phase to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.  

With a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects spanning various industries, sizes, and complexities, SME Steel has a proven track record of excellence. Visit our project profiles to explore our work in more detail.






Fabrication

SME Steel brings extensive experience in managing large, complex projects that demand heavy, medium, and light weldments, along with seamless trade coordination. Our diverse expertise enables us to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and propose innovative alternatives to enhance project outcomes.  

Our Quality Control specialists uphold SME Steel’s rigorous Quality Assurance and Control System, which surpasses AISC Certification standards. This commitment ensures our customers receive consistently high-quality products, reinforcing our reputation for excellence in the industry.






Erection

SME Steel is uniquely positioned to facilitate the erection process. In the words of our President, Dieter Klohn,

“SME Steel is pleased to provide full package services from fabrication to installation”

This means that SME Steel has the ingrained ability to look at projects in reverse order—the way a project is erected before it is fabricated. For our experts, the erection process is so well understood that it has become second nature. Each project is unique with individual requirements, objectives, and schedules. SME Steel excels in planning, sequencing, and delivering this final phase of the steel portion of the project which has a direct, positive impact on previous phases.






 

Certifications

 
 


American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC)

  • Standard for Steel Building Structures
  • Certified Bridge Fabrication – Intermediate (Major)
  • Fracture Critical Endorsement
  • Sophisticated Paint Endorsement
  • Advanced Certified Steel Erector


    American Welding Society (AWS)

    • AWS Certified Welding Fabricator
    • Advances the science, technology, and application of welding
    • Allies joining and cutting processes worldwide
    •  Ensures welding requirements are met or exceeded

      Los Angeles Department of Building Safety (LABDS)

      • LADBS Certified Welding Fabricator
      • Required to build within City of Los Angeles
      • Rigorous qualification process
      • Ensures safe building design and construction
      • Ensures enforcement of building codes

        Clark County

        • Clark County Welding Fabricator
        • Required to build within Clark County
        • Rigorous qualification process
        • Ensures official accreditation
        • Ensures enforcement of building codes