“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Darin Fong for years, including recently, when he started DFA Structural Engineers. I’ve completed multiple ground-up developments as well as “value-add” projects with Darin. Darin and his team are extremely responsive, thoughtful, and creative with their solutions. The DFA team is always willing to go the extra mile to ensure we get timely and accurate feedback if issues arise. DFA is a valuable and integral part of our team and I look forward to working with Darin and the team for many years to come.”

“This is to recommend Darin Fong and his Company, Darin Fong and Associates, to anyone requiring the services of a structural engineer.

Over several years, Darin has designed the structural elements for over 40 of our buildings and has always brought a practical and cost effective approach to any design issues. He is a valuable member of our development team.”

“Service and personal attention by the principals of Darin Fong Associates provides Trammell Crow Company the critical support we require to meet the demands of industrial and e-commerce projects in the Western United States. We especially appreciate Darin Fong’s personal input and cutting edge design abilities that he has applied to our projects ever since we started our association over a decade ago. We are looking forward to the next decade and DFA’s leadership in structural design for our projects.”

“Darin is one of our most trusted design consultants. In our opinion DFA is one of the top structural engineers out there for concrete tilt-up warehouse construction. ”

“My objective is to deliver the most cost-effective projects for my clients. I know a significant element of success is to have a talented team. As a result, a major focus of my job is to identify the best consultants and contractors. I look for people who are good at what they do as well as customer service oriented; but also, fun to work with. For more than 10 years my preferred industrial building structural engineer has been Darrin Fong.”

“Darin Fong is a trusted advisor and highly-valued design team partner for our industrial projects throughout Southern California. Always ready to listen to my queries, with the patience to consider alternatives and educate me on best design practices. Darin’s level of service through his focused engagement and timely responsiveness is second to none. I look forward to collaborating with Darin for many more projects in the coming years. ”

“What I appreciate the most is Darin’s availability and prompt response to any ownership questions or field crew questions. Having Darin on a job is one less headache I have to worry about.”

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Darin and his team for the better part of 7 years. In addition to being extremely responsive and expeditious in their turn around times, Darin’s team brings an owner’s perspective to every project. Their plans are comprehensive, yet succinct, and not over designed. They also routinely provides guidance to avoid over designing our facilities with a watchful eye to ensure our planned projects are designed and constructed in conformance with the Class A product type we strive to deliver to the market. Perhaps one of the most compelling reasons we use Darin is that we found once we became a client of Darin, all of our projects got the same attention. Big, small, time sensitive, or not, Darin and his team have been equally responsive and thorough, regardless of the size of the engagement. Darin is a best in class Structural Engineer, and we feel fortunate to have him as part of our core consultant team.”

“I’m pleased to provide this recommendation for Darin Fong and Associates. I have had the pleasure to work with Darin over many years and it has continued to be an excellent experience. He and his team have provided Western Realco with exemplary work product, on time and on budget. He has shown the capacity to work under difficult time constraints often imposed by changes in the timing and scope of our construction projects. He is a problem solver, with a deep understanding of the impacts of design efficiencies and costs. I highly recommend his firm for any construction project regardless of its’ size, scope or complexity. ”

“I have known and worked with Darin Fong for many years. He is an excellent engineer and works diligently at coming up with cost-effective solutions to the issues/needs of the ever-evolving warehouse/ distribution industry. I look forward to many more years of working together. ”

“I have known Darin for many years, highly recommend him for his knowledge, expertise and integrity as a Structural Engineer and person.”

“My name is James Roy II and I am Vice President of Caliber Construction, Inc. I have had the pleasure of working with Darin Fong for several years on industrial TI projects. Darin is very easy to work with and has always been willing to make a site visit to help resolve a structural design issue when needed. Darin also will listen to ideas when a field condition arises to help resolve the issue in a timely and safe manner.”

“Norm Wilson & Sons, Inc. has worked with Darin Fong for over 20 years. His goal is to provide his clients with the highest level of professional services. Darin has proven over time that his knowledge and expertise in consulting structural engineered drawings is a tremendous asset to our team. We look forward to many more years of working together.”

“It has been a pleasure working with Darin Fong for the past few years on our projects. He is extremely knowledgeable on how to design the most cost-effective project to meet all City and Code requirements. The preparation of his documents are always timely in accordance with predetermined schedules of completion. His documents are complete and require minimal requests for information during construction. He has always been extremely responsive in adjusting to field conditions that inevitably occur during construction. Our first choice for all of our projects is always Darin Fong.”

“I have had the pleasure of working with Darin Fong as the Engineer of Record on countless projects over the past 15 years. Darin has always treated everyone on the design and construction team with the utmost respect and professionalism.
Darin has a proven track record of providing cost effective building designs along with coming up with innovative value engineering options to save the client time and money. Darin’s team mentally allows input from all members of the project team creating better coordination of building designs which results in a better end result for projects and the client.
Darin has also shown a willingness to participate in the construction process via site visits, resolving field issues and providing alternate details when necessary. Darin’s understanding of the projects he is involved in is unrivaled in the industry.
In closing, Darin’s experience and innovative designs add value to every project that far exceed industry standards and expectations. I always feel an additional sense of confidence when I see Darin’s name associated with the project and would highly recommend his services on any project.”

“I have been working with Darin Fong for over 25 years in the Tilt up sector of the construction industry. He is an innovator of engineering in the Tilt Up industry. Engineering the rebar that is workable in the modern buildings the architects are designing. While maintaining stringent code requirements. Always open to suggestions on simpler and more cost effective methods on rebar installation. Quick to solve a problem. We always look forward to working on Darin Fong jobs. ”

“Myself and many other members of the team at Fullmer have been working Darin since 1994. He has always provided us quality and well thought out Structural Engineering services and has been very helpful during the construction process which is paramount.
We look forward to our continued working relationship with Darin.”

“We completed over 30 buildings with Darin over the past 5 years. What we look for in a structural engineer is efficiency of design, creative problem solving and speedy approval of shop drawings and RFI’s. DFA’s team exceeded our expectations with each of these critical project requirements on every project.”

“Darin and his team were the structural design element of a broader Design Build team we assembled for a high profile client in southern California. From concept to completion we got 110% commitment from Darin through collaboration, expediency and precision. His knowledge and work ethic were key to the success we realized.”

“Sounds good, we appreciate Darin and his staff’s attention to detail and timely responses”

“Darin Fong is always professional and is always there to help be a team player and solve issues that come up on the projects that we have done. He understands the need for a quick turnaround on RFI due to the speed of project schedules. I look forward to the next project.”

“I have worked with Darin since I began in this industry. Darin impressed me the first time I met him with his attention to detail and his ability/willingness to collaborate with others to get a job done. Darin is always a joy to work with, but he is also so persistent on tasks. Darin’s experience and knowledge are second to none in this industry. He is a great personal source for me when I have questions about design aspects and details. The characteristic I hold in highest regard for Darin is his willingness to improve. He will spend valuable time with different trades on job sites asking questions about his design and if there is a way to improve it. This market is lucky to have a leader like Darin engineering our projects.”

“It is said that if you are standing still, then you are falling behind. DFA’s belief in why, how and what they do is part of their culture.

It is exciting to see the growth of DFA and the bright future ahead of them”

“Panelized Structures is the largest Industrial roof erector on the West Coast. This allows us opportunity to work with many different structural engineers. Darin Fong SE is one of the most knowledgeable and well respected engineers in the industry.
His structural plans and details are clear and easy to follow.

Darin is always responsive in dealing with plan changes or contractor questions due to a jobsite condition, he understands the importance of reacting quickly to help resolve the issue!”

“Darin and the team at DFA are valued engineering Partners of the Vulcraft Utah team. The team at DFA have extensive experience using Open Web Steel Joists and Joist Girders in the projects they design, for both roof and floor applications. The collaboration between DFA and Vulcraft has led to success on multiple complex projects.”

“We have been working with Darin and his team for years and they have always proven to be responsive, practical and collaborative. They consistently provide innovative solutions and are eager to work closely with our construction teams. As our product type keeps getting more and more complicated, DFA has adjusted and continues to provide a solid, innovative focus on engineering approaches to addresses these changing needs. Having them on board helps ensure the successful completion of our projects. Their designs are economical yet conservative which is why so many of our clients choose DFA. It is a pleasure to work with them and we would, without reservation, recommend them to any and all potential clients.”

“Oltmans Construction Co. has worked with Darin Fong for the past 20 years.  He has been the structural engineer on over 30 million s.f. of buildings our company has constructed. 
His structural designs have always been practical, cost conscience paying excellent attention to detail. His attitude has always been one of problem solving, not problem creation, thus resulting in the completion of excellent projects.
We appreciate that you are always available to work with our field teams if questions should arise.
Oltmans Construction Co. looks forward to our continued working relationship.Keep on innovating!.”

“From many successfully completed projects and experiences with Darin, we recently singled him out to help us design a very challenging elevated deck distribution warehouse building. Darin was very patient with us, listened to our ideas and produced a great solution.”

“I have known Darin for over 20 years. As a contractor, we appreciate his cost-conscious approach to structural design and his willingness to work with the field to avoid costly repairs and delays.”

“We have been working directly with Daring Fong for several years in the industrial Warehouse space and our experience with DFA has been excellent. Darin’s ability to review and communicate responses to complicated issues that arise on projects is the best in the industry. Their prompt response to RFI’s and submittals is unparalleled, and they take on their role as a teammate is useful to the project and ultimately the client. I would recommend the services of DFA to anyone looking for a company that provides true partnering with the project team.”

“Steel-Tech Industrial has been working with Darin Fong since the early 2000’s. Darin has not only been willing to listen and adapt to suggestions but he has always gone to the next level and incorporated productive changes into future design standards. This adaptation over the years has led to producing cohesive structural plans that are the best and most consistent in our industry. DFA is the standard bearer for structural steel engineering in the concrete tilt-up industry.”

“I have worked with Darin for over half my career as a Senior Superintendent. Darin learned from the best Engineers and is now the best Engineer I know. He cares for the job, the client and definitely works well with the field. He listens to what you have to input and tries to work solutions out that is best for the jobsite. Darin is well known in the field by City Inspectors and has their respect along with mine. Darin is a long time colleague and hopefully a lifetime friend.”