A major milestone for the Heart of Golden project was reached last week with the topping out of the new Police and Municipal Building in Golden, Colorado. KL&A is proud to serve as the structural engineer for this transformative civic project, which will help relocate City services east of Washington Avenue and create new opportunities to enhance the Clear Creek Corridor for the community. Designed to support the City of Golden for generations to come, the project reflects a thoughtful investment in sustainability, functionality, and community connection. Congratulations to the entire project team on reaching this exciting milestone: Handprint Architecture, KL&A, FCI Constructors, Inc.
About us
KL&A Inc, Engineers and Builders is a unique firm built around the fundamental idea that structural engineers can and should return to a master builder role, taking ownership not only of design of structural systems, but also cost estimating and at-risk construction. We took the first step by building, alongside our staff of structural engineers, an in-house staff of steel detailers. Using 3D modeling software developed for steel fabricators, we found ourselves on the cutting edge of construction-grade BIM modeling before the term “BIM” existed. We have since built a company with bonding capability, and a track record of successful construction projects in which the same design engineering team carries the project through estimating, detailing, fabrication and erection of structural steel. There is no faster or more reliable process for steel construction than our integrated approach. Our philosophy of personal responsibility has generated a corporate atmosphere of problem solving that embraces scopes of work that other structural engineers might be unable to serve. At the same time, our approach to steel design and construction has informed and energized our work in many other areas, including reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, heavy timber, multi-story stick frame, and masonry design, as well as emerging materials such as rammed earth, structural insulating panels, and structural glass. High design architects have responded with enthusiasm to our creative spirit, backed by engineering fundamentals and virtual building tools, as have designers of industrial structures and all manner of building types, urban and mountain, low or high budget. Founded in 1994, KL&A is the second largest structural firm in Colorado, with four offices in Colorado and Wyoming. We have been voted one of the top structural engineering firms to work for in the U.S. since 2006.
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http://www.klaa.com
External link for KL&A
- Industry
- Engineering Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Golden, Colorado
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1994
- Specialties
- Structural engineering, Steel detailing, Construction management, Integrated project delivery, Heavy timber design, Concrete design, Steel design, and Healthcare design
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Updates
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Congratulations to John Higgins in our Buffalo, Wyoming office on passing the PE Exam! Earning a Professional Engineer license is a significant milestone that reflects years of hard work, dedication, and technical expertise. We’re proud to celebrate this achievement with John and grateful to have him as part of the KL&A team. Congratulations, John, on this exciting accomplishment!
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Kara Creek has been named a regional winner in the Exterior Architecture category at this year’s Luxe RED Awards, recognizing excellence and innovation in residential design. We’re proud to have served as the structural engineer on this award-winning project alongside an outstanding team of collaborators. Project Team: Walker Warner Architects, KL&A, Schlumberger Scherer Construction
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KL&A is hiring a Steel Detailer! At KL&A, our detailers work side-by-side with engineers and construction managers throughout the design process, creating integrated and economical solutions for a wide variety of projects. Whether you’re an experienced detailer, an engineer interested in the steel industry, or a BIM professional looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Learn more and apply on our careers page. https://lnkd.in/gZsFqA7
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Meet KL&A's Megan Skodack, PE, SE! As an Associate and Engineering Project Manager, Megan brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach to every project she leads. Originally from Lakewood, Colorado, her interest in structural engineering grew from a curiosity about how buildings come together. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Southern California and her master’s degree from the Colorado School of Mines. Megan is passionate about developing her team and delivering high-quality, well-coordinated solutions for clients. Outside the office, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, relaxing at the lake, and visiting her favorite plant stores.
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Construction is rising at Summit House on the Auraria Campus — and Colorado’s future tallest mass timber building is beginning to take shape. The 12-story mixed-use development combines a two-story concrete podium with 10 stories of mass timber above, creating a warm, resilient, and low-carbon structure for MSU Denver’s first on-campus housing community. Once complete, Summit House will deliver more than 550 student beds alongside academic, retail, and community spaces designed to strengthen campus life in downtown Denver. KL&A is proud to serve as the structural engineer for this transformative project, helping bring innovative timber design and sustainable construction to the heart of the city. Project Team: Columbia Ventures, Metropolitan State University of Denver, SAR+ Architects, KL&A, PCL Construction, Mercer Mass Timber
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Mass timber continues to shape the future of sustainable development — and we’re excited to be part of one of Denver’s most transformative projects. Denver Business Journal recently featured the Ball Arena redevelopment, highlighting KL&A’s work supporting the project team as they explore innovative mass timber solutions for two multifamily buildings planned as part of the project’s first phase. Working alongside Martin/Martin, ZGF, SAR+, Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, and Generate, our team is helping advance strategies that support sustainability, accelerate construction timelines, and create exceptional spaces for future residents and visitors. As pioneers in mass timber design, we’re proud to help push new possibilities for large-scale urban development in Colorado and beyond. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gZUnk25H
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Congratulations to the Alpha 1 team on receiving a 2026 LUXE RED Award from LUXE Interiors + Design in the Wow-Factor Room category. The award recognizes residential spaces that deliver exceptional impact through design, creativity, and experience. KL&A was proud to serve as the structural engineer for this remarkable project, helping bring the expansive great room vision to life. Defined by dramatic spans, sweeping glass, and a seamless connection between indoors and out, the space balances structural performance with warmth, openness, and architectural elegance. We’re grateful to collaborate with such a talented project team and appreciative of the trust from the client that made this award-winning space possible. Congratulations to everyone involved on this well-deserved recognition. Project Team: Charles Cunniffe Architects, KL&A, Hansen Construction, Inc
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Meet KL&A’s Brant Lahnert! Brant is a founding principal of KL&A with more than 40 years of experience in the field. In 1994, Brant returned to Colorado and helped establish KL&A, shaping a firm that uniquely integrates consulting engineering with at-risk steel construction. That vision has grown into the integrated mindset that continues to guide how we design, build, and collaborate today. Brant has served as engineer of record for over $1 billion in construction, including the Aspen Music Tent, the JW Marriott complex in Cherry Creek North, and the net-zero Research Support Facility at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Today, he leads KL&A’s Skunkwerx, continuing to push innovation forward after previously serving as the firm’s CFO. Outside of work, Brant spends his time with his family and on the tennis court—two things he never tires of.
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KL&A is hiring a Senior Structural Project Manager to join our Ogden, Utah office. In this role, you’ll lead projects and teams, serve as a key client contact, and help guide the continued growth of our Utah presence. It’s an opportunity to take on both project leadership and local office management while working alongside a collaborative and experienced team. If you’re interested in shaping impactful projects and building strong relationships, we encourage you to learn more and apply. Explore the position and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gZsFqA7
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