Wootak Song

Hangar Renovation Projects (B1732, B851, B1173), Bldg 905 @ Daegu and Osan Air Base, Korea

• Year: 2019 - 2021
• Scope: Jacobs provided A/E services for a Contingency Operations Center consisting of a single, multi-story structure that provides an underground Joint Operations Center (JOC), berthing space, hygiene facilities, administrative space and a dining area, combined with a subterranean Operation Center.
• Size: 3,292 SM
• Cost: $9.9M
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Responsibilities: Designing and drafting the building framing and foundations. Prepared structural drawings and calculations as well as coordinated with the project’s other engineers and architects.

Type IV Hydrant Fuel System Gwangju AB, Korea

• Year: 2021 - 2023 (est.)
• Scope: Serving as DOR, Jacobs is providing A-E design services, including POL systems engineering to 30% design documents (drawings, design analysis and MCACES MII cost estimates). Design complied with USFK PAM 200-1 Environmental Governing Standard (EGS). Use of the latest UFC for Petroleum Fuel Facilities allowed us to incorporate data into the concept design.
• Size: 160,000 bbl, 357 SM filter building
• Cost: $35M
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Responsibilities: Provided structural design for pumphouse. Prepared structural drawings and calculations as well as coordinated with the project’s other engineers and architects.

Repair/Renovate Schofield Barracks, Buildings 2075 and 2076, Oahu, HI

• Year: 2019 - 2021
• Scope: DOR for repair and renovation of Buildings 2075 and 2076, including repair of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, structural elements, fire alarm system, communication system and all other work for a complete and usable facility.
• Size: 3,454 SM (B2075), 5,888 SM (B2076)
• Cost: $22.1M (B2075), $37.67M (B2076)
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Responsibilities: Provided structural design drawings in accordance with the scope of work for each building.

Type IV Hydrant Fuel System Gwangju AB, Korea

• Year: 2021 - 2023 (est.)
• Scope: Serving as DOR, Jacobs is providing A-E design services including POL systems engineering and site investigation for 30% design documents (drawings, design analysis and MCACES MII cost estimates). Design complied with USFK PAM 200-1 Environmental Governing Standard (EGS). Use of the latest UFC for Petroleum Fuel Facilities allowed us to incorporate more stringent rainfall intensity data into the concept design.
• Size: 160,000 bbl, 357 SM filter building
• Cost: $35M
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Responsibilities: Provided structural design for main POL system. Developing necessary structural details to facilitate requirements of all disciplines.

Korea Air Operations and Intelligence Center (KAOIC), Osan AB, Korea

• Year: 2030 (est.)
• Scope: Program validation, design charrette, site analysis, 30% concept design with follow-on design for 60%, 90%, and 100% construction document development. Incorporates ICD 705 requirements for hardened blast design with Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Protection House (HEMP), Controlled Access Protection System (CPS) and N+1 redundant systems.
• Cost: $601.4M (budgeted)
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Responsibilities: Performed in the analysis and design of structural systems.

Repair Kiss and Drop Zone, B-5120, USAG Humphreys, Korea

• Year: 2022 - 2023
• Scope: This project is Design Build (D-B) project with Krima Construction Corp. to renovate and construct new parking at the Humphreys Central Elementary School, Building 5120. Performed site assessment, concept design 30%, with follow-on design for 90%, 95%, and 100% construction document development.
• Size: 81,978 SM
• Cost: $3.5M (budgeted)
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Responsibilities: Performed in the analysis and design of the extended canopy of sidewalk. Prepared structural drawings and structural engineering calculations as well as coordinated with the project’s other engineers and architects.

Seismic Performance Evaluation Projects (School and Public Buildings)

• Scope: I carried out seismic performance evaluation for multiple schools and public facilities. Each project involved reviewing drawings, modeling the existing structure in MIDAS GEN, performing seismic analysis including Pushover where necessary, and proposing reinforcement plans. The evaluations considered non-structural elements like masonry infill walls that could affect the seismic response. My work provided detailed seismic assessment and retrofit strategies based on national and international guidelines.
• Projects:

Heungjin Middle School

Hwarang Elementary School

Wonmi Elementary School

Korea National University of Arts

Bangil Elementary School

Daebang Children’s Library

Daedeok Middle School

Dokjeong Elementary School

• Role: Structural Engineer
• Code: KBC2016, MOE2016, FEMA 356 (Pushover analysis projects)Seismic evaluation (ASCE 41, FEMA) for Dongshin High School, Chonnam Univ, Hwajeong Middle School
• Designed reinforcements, pushover analysis

Seismic Retrofit and Structural Review

• Scope: I performed structural review, seismic evaluation, and retrofit design for school expansion and public facility upgrade projects. Tasks included drawing review, MIDAS GEN modeling, Pushover analysis, seismic performance evaluation, and detailed design of RC slabs, beams, columns, and foundations. I proposed practical retrofit solutions to improve seismic resistance and extend the service life of these structures.
• Projects:
  Unam Middle School Extension
  Korea University Guro Hospital Structural Review
  Siheung Lifelong Learning Center
  Dongshin High School
  Bia Middle School
  Munseong Middle School
  Soong-il Middle School
  Chonnam National University Seismic Retrofit
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Code: KBC2016, MOE2016, FEMA 356 (for Pushover analysis)

Malaysia KL118 Tower Crane

• Scope: I analyzed and designed the structural components of the tower crane system for the KL118 Tower project in Malaysia. The scope included designing cross beams and tie elements to support the crane’s loads during construction, considering international codes and the complex working environment at great heights.
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Code: BS CODE, ACI 318-05

Yeongdong Hotel New Building

• Scope: I performed full structural design for the new Yeongdong Hotel project, including architectural drawing review, MIDAS GEN modeling, and structural stability evaluation for seismic and wind loads. I designed structural members such as RC slabs, CFT beams and columns, bearing walls, foundation systems, and various connection details to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Code: KBC2016

Yong-in Knowledge Industry Center Expansion

• Scope: I conducted a precision safety diagnosis and structural design for the expansion of the Yong-in Knowledge Industry Center. My responsibilities included site inspection, non-destructive testing, MIDAS GEN modeling, seismic and wind load evaluation, and structural design of RC slabs, CFT beams and columns, retaining walls, and foundations. The work focused on verifying the structural stability of the existing building and designing safe connections for the expansion.
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Code: KBC2016

Ulsan Nursing Hospital

• Scope: I designed all structural elements for the new construction of Ulsan Nursing Hospital. The work involved reviewing architectural drawings, modeling the structure in MIDAS GEN, evaluating seismic and wind load effects, and designing RC beams, columns, foundations, and retaining walls. I also considered future expansion by designing main column reinforcements extending above the roof slab.
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Code: KBC2016

Donuimun 3 Zone Urban Environment Improvement Project

• Scope: I analyzed and designed structural elements for the urban redevelopment project in Donuimun 3 Zone. The scope included reviewing architectural drawings, structural modeling using MIDAS GEN, and designing wale systems for excavation support, considering both structural safety and constructability.
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Code: KBC2016

Chuncheon Parking Tower

• Scope: I developed the structural design for the Chuncheon Parking Tower project. The scope included seismic and wind load evaluation, MIDAS GEN modeling, and designing key structural elements such as deck plates, CFT beams and columns, steel columns, foundations, and retaining walls to ensure stability and efficiency.
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Code: KBC2016

Bundang Management High School Elevator

• Scope: I designed the new steel elevator structure for Bundang Management High School. The project involved reviewing drawings, structural modeling, evaluating seismic and wind loads, and performing detailed design of the steel frame and foundation to ensure safety during operation.
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Code: KBC2016

Pyeongtaek US Army Base Hospital

• Scope: I performed structural design and analysis of the glass railing system for the hospital project at the Pyeongtaek US Army Base. The scope included checking the stress and deflection of the glass panels, calculating the appropriate thickness, and designing the connection details to ensure structural safety and compliance with international standards.
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Code: KBC2009, AAMA, AISC(1989), UBC(1997)

Mokpo Police Station New Building

• Scope: I analyzed and designed the aluminum curtain wall system for the new Mokpo Police Station building. The design focused on the structural stability of the curtain wall under wind and seismic loads, ensuring the system meets performance requirements while coordinating with the architectural design.
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Code: KBC2009, AAMA, AISC(1989), UBC(1997)

Daegu Aviation Safety Comprehensive Control Center

• Scope: I conducted structural analysis and design of the aluminum curtain wall system for the control center. The work involved calculating wind and seismic loads, performing structural modeling, and developing connection details to maintain both structural integrity and architectural aesthetics.
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Code: KBC2009, AAMA

Vietnam Lotte Mart

• Scope: I performed structural analysis and design for the steel canopy structure of the Vietnam Lotte Mart project. The work included reviewing wind load effects according to Vietnamese standards, analyzing stress and deflection of the steel members, and developing joint connection details to ensure constructability and safety.
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Code: KBC2009, AAMA, AISC(1989), UBC(1997)

Incheon Gajeong District Apartment

• Scope: I analyzed and designed the aluminum stair window system for the apartment project in Incheon Gajeong District. The scope included reviewing structural stability under wind load, checking material strength, and providing detailed connection designs.
• Role: Structural Engineer
• Code: KBC2009, AAMA, AISC(1989), UBC(1997)