Jerry Abdie PE, SE

Jerry Abdie PE, SE

Principal Portland, OR
  • Discipline Structural Engineering
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  • Education MS, Civil Engineering, University of Washington BS, Civil Engineering, Oregon State University
  • Affiliations/Licensure American Council of Engineering Companies, Oregon Structural Engineers Association of Oregon Post-Tensioning Institute ACE Mentor Program of Oregon, Board Member American Institute of Steel Construction; National Council of Structural Engineers Associations Structural Engineer: OR, WA, CA Civil Engineer: OR, WA, CA, AK, CT, ID, KY, ME, MS, NM, OH

Background

Attention to detail and the ability to swiftly respond to unexpected challenges are hallmarks of Jerry's work. With a natural inclination toward the visual arts, architecture and science, Jerry is inspired by creative building design and highly motivated to help clients realize their goals. Since joining KPFF in 1987, Jerry has overseen complex educational, athletic, and corporate campus projects involving new construction and renovations throughout the West. His ability to create functional, beautiful structural solutions for diverse design styles and building types is showcased in the one-million-square-foot Nike World Campus North Expansion. He promotes the future of well-crafted design as a volunteer at Portland State University’s architecture program, providing feedback and guidance in studio classes.