Samuel Simmons

PE

Project Manager

YA Group

Biography

Samuel Simmons is a licensed professional engineer with extensive experience in civil and structural engineering. He has led forensic investigations into structural damage for residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties across Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Texas, and Florida.

His expertise includes identifying the causes of structural, foundation, and building envelope failures, as well as assessing damage from hail, wind, collisions, and flooding. He also evaluates code compliance and traces sources of water intrusion. His work is grounded in delivering clear, detailed reports that support informed decision-making and effective repairs.

Credentials

  • PE | Professional Engineer

Professional Experience

  • 2025 - Current | Project Manager | YA Group
  • 2023 - 2025 | Professional Engineer | J.S. Held
  • 2021 - 2023 | Project Engineer | Eclipse Engineering
  • 2018 - 2021 | Project Coordinator | LB Engineering

Area of Practice

  • Building Code Upgrade Review
  • Building Envelope
  • Condition Assessment
  • Construction Defect Reviews 
  • Damage Assessment
  • Failure Analysis
  • Failure Analysis of Materials and Components
  • Roofing
  • Structural Analysis

Education

  • Portland State University - Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering - Portland - Oregon

Licenses

  • 103015PE - Oregon - Professional Engineer
  • 24001517 - Washington - Professional Engineer
  • P-22883 - Idaho - Professional Engineer
  • 032059 - Nevada - Professional Engineer
  • 153021 - Texas - Professional Engineer
  • 49076 - Louisiana - Professional Engineer
  • 99318 - Florida - Professional Engineer