Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Engineering Partner in Seattle
Founded in 1954, Shannon & Wilson has established itself as a leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and infrastructure solutions. Our expertise spans civil engineering, surface water management, groundwater systems, geology, and natural resources, providing comprehensive services for complex infrastructure and environmental challenges. With over 70 years of innovation, we combine technical excellence with a collaborative approach to deliver tailored solutions for transportation, water resources, energy, and federal projects globally.Our employee-owned structure fosters a culture of shared success, ensuring clients benefit from the dedication and expertise of our 350+ professionals across 15 offices. We prioritize sustainable practices and cutting-edge methodologies, addressing geologic hazards, contamination remediation, and Arctic engineering challenges while maintaining a commitment to quality and client satisfaction.
Services
Geotechnical Engineering
Contamination Remediation
Geologic Hazards
Water Resources
Arctic Engineering
Construction Management
Design-Build
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Details
- Year established: 1954
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of expertise in geotechnical and environmental engineering.
- Our team provides comprehensive solutions across infrastructure, water resources, and federal projects.
- We specialize in addressing complex geologic hazards and Arctic engineering challenges.
- Our employee-owned structure ensures accountability and client-focused dedication.
- We combine global experience with sustainable, innovative engineering practices.
Services
Geotechnical Engineering
Our geotechnical engineering services assess soil, rock, and subsurface conditions to ensure stable foundations for infrastructure projects. We specialize in slope stability, seismic risk evaluation, and ground improvement techniques. Our expertise supports transportation, energy, and federal clients in mitigating geologic hazards.
Contamination Remediation
We design and implement remediation strategies for contaminated sites, addressing pollutants in soil and groundwater. Our methods include bioremediation, soil vapor extraction, and containment systems. We prioritize environmental compliance and long-term site safety for industrial and federal clients.
Water Resources
Our water resources services manage surface and groundwater systems, including dam safety, flood control, and watershed restoration. We integrate hydrological modeling with geotechnical analysis to optimize water supply infrastructure and mitigate flood risks.
Arctic Engineering
We address engineering challenges in Arctic environments, including permafrost stabilization and ice-resistant infrastructure. Our solutions ensure durability for transportation and energy projects in extreme cold climates like Alaska.
Construction Management
We provide end-to-end construction management, ensuring projects meet technical, budgetary, and timeline requirements. Our team coordinates engineering, procurement, and field operations for complex infrastructure developments.
Questions
What services does Shannon & Wilson specialize in?
We specialize in geotechnical engineering, contamination remediation, geologic hazards, water resources, Arctic engineering, and construction management for infrastructure projects.
How long has Shannon & Wilson been in operation?
Shannon & Wilson has delivered engineering solutions since 1954, combining 70+ years of experience with innovative practices.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate across the U.S. with offices in Seattle, Anchorage, Denver, and 12 other locations, handling projects globally.
What makes Shannon & Wilson unique?
As 100% employee-owned, we combine technical excellence with accountability, offering tailored solutions for complex engineering challenges.
Do you handle emergency infrastructure projects?
Yes, we provide emergency repair services for geologic hazards and infrastructure failures, as demonstrated in projects like the Yuba County Landslide.
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