Pharis Structural Engineers, established in 2004, is a design firm devoted solely to the practice of structural engineering.
Based in Amarillo, Texas, Pharis Structural Engineers was founded by Jay Pharis, a native of the Texas Panhandle. Zac Plummer joined the team just weeks after the opening and has been integral to the overall development and success of the firm. Jay & Zac continue to lead the firm and strive to continue the reputation of personal service and engineering excellence.
Serving a diverse client base, Pharis Structural has earned a reputation for personal service, quality engineering and successful project delivery.
The firm has completed projects for a wide range of businesses and organizations which include the following:
- City of Amarillo
- Amarillo College
- Amarillo ISD
- Amarillo National Bank
- BSA Health System
- Bell Helicopter
- Bushland ISD
- Canyon ISD
- First Bank Southwest
- NW Texas Healthcare
- Pantex
- Potter County
- Randall County
- West Texas A&M University
Hillside Christian Church was the first project undertaken by Pharis Structural Engineers. Other notable projects include Amarillo City Hall, AmTech Career Academy, West Plains High School, passenger terminal for Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport, and three residence halls for West Texas A&M University.
Mission
The mission of Pharis Structural Engineers is to enhance the architecture of a building through innovative structural engineering design. That means creative structural designs that reflect each of the following:
- A constant awareness of the project budget through Economical Structural Design.
- Appropriate structural framing/floor systems of the desired Quality and Future Flexibility.
- Special attention to detail and creativity when a project dictates Architectural Expression of the Structure.
Pharis Structural Engineers offers a full range of structural design and construction administration services.
The primary focus of the firm is the design of “architectural” building projects, working alongside architects to enable the architectural vision of our clients.
The staff of Pharis Structural Engineers has substantial experience in each of the following sectors:
- Healthcare
- Higher Education
- Education K-12
- Aviation
- Religious
- Office & Retail
- Public/Civic
- Industrial
- Parking Garages
- Special Projects
Project experience includes new construction projects, as well as addition/renovation projects and structural condition surveys.