Michael Porcelli, M.S., P.E.

Senior Engineer

About

Michael is a licensed Professional Engineer with over 12 years of experience in structural and forensic engineering. His background spans foundation design for energy facilities, multi-family and mixed-use developments, and forensic investigations of distressed concrete and building systems. He specializes in post-tensioned systems, concrete repair strategies, and root cause evaluations, bringing both design expertise and project management experience to complex assignments. At FEC, Michael focuses on forensic assessments, due diligence reporting, and repair design with an emphasis on practical, client-focused solutions.

Professional Engineer

CO, IA, KY, MD, OH, OK, TX, VA

Affiliations

American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)

International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI)

Structural Engineers Association of CO (SEAC) 

Featured Experience

Multifamily & Mixed-Use Design (CO, MT, NV)
Lead structural engineer for podium slabs, mat foundations, and lateral systems on large residential and mixed-use developments.

Liongate Apartments Garage (Denver, CO)
Forensic assessment of precast double-tee garage with failing flanges, cracked and deteriorated legs, and spalling basement walls; developed targeted repair recommendations to restore safety and extend service life.

Ridgemoor Apartments Garage & Pedestrian Bridge (Lakewood, CO)
Forensic investigation of precast double-tee garage with corrosion-related deterioration. Assessed pedestrian bridge condition, coordinated temporary shoring, and developed multiple repair and strengthening options. Worked closely with ownership to select and implement solutions that returned the bridge to service quickly and safely.

Post-Tensioned Slab Failures (CO)
Multiple forensic evaluations of cracked and damaged elevated PT slabs; performed root cause analysis and designed targeted repairs.

Residential Basement Failures (CO)
Structural investigation and repair design for distressed basements, addressing foundation movement, cracking, and water-related damage.