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Dmitri Jajich, the Global Director of Structures at KPM, exemplifies excellence and innovation in the field of structural engineering. With an illustrious career spanning 24 years at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), Dmitri brings a wealth of experience and an impressive track record in structural engineering to KPM.
Dmitri started his career at SOM’s Chicago office in 2000, followed by a stint in the SOM New York office before settling in London in 2013. Under the guidance of William Baker, a world-class structural engineer best known for designing the Burj Khalifa, he flourished throughout his time at SOM. As a Principal of Structural Engineering leading the London office, Dmitri spearheaded the delivery of several award-winning structural engineering solutions.
Dmitri’s expertise in tall building design, wind engineering, and long-span structures and architecturally exposed structures are invaluable to KPM and its clients. His projects are known for their elegantly integrated structural design, with an emphasis on clear, hierarchical structural expression and carefully crafted details. Dmitri is a proponent of advanced analytical techniques and methods beyond conventional code-based approaches; many of his projects have realized structural solutions that push the physical limits of span and slenderness. His extensive expertise spans various materials, including steel, concrete, timber, and glass, enabling him to create versatile and robust designs.
During his career, Dmitri has led the structural design of super tall buildings, award-winning museums, cultural spaces, transportation hubs, and private residences. His notable projects include the Burj Khalifa, Cayan tower, Karlatornet tower in Sweden, which will be the tallest building in Scandinavia, and Manhattan Loft Gardens in London, featuring an ambitious notched, double-cantilevered construction.
In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the field, Dmitri has been honored with the esteemed grade of Fellow (FIStructE) by the Institution of Structural Engineers. His professional affiliations are numerous and distinguished, including memberships with the MIStructE in the United Kingdom, Chartered Engineer (CEng), Licensed Structural Engineer (SE) in the USA, Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the USA, and the European Engineer (EUR ING) designation. He is also a LEED Green Associate, highlighting his commitment to sustainable design practices.
Dmitri Jajich, the Global Director of Structures at KPM, exemplifies excellence and innovation in the field of structural engineering. With an illustrious career spanning 24 years at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), Dmitri brings a wealth of experience and an impressive track record in structural engineering to KPM.
Dmitri started his career at SOM’s Chicago office in 2000, followed by a stint in the SOM New York office before settling in London in 2013. Under the guidance of William Baker, a world-class structural engineer best known for designing the Burj Khalifa, he flourished throughout his time at SOM. As a Principal of Structural Engineering leading the London office, Dmitri spearheaded the delivery of several award-winning structural engineering solutions.
Dmitri’s expertise in tall building design, wind engineering, and long-span structures and architecturally exposed structures…
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