Business Details
27 Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering Services in San Diego
Stevens Cresto Engineers has served San Diego County for over 25 years as a State of California Certified Small Business. Our firm specializes in civil engineering, land planning, land surveying, and storm water quality design services for public and private clients. Our success stems from principal involvement in every project, high-quality deliverables, and a commitment to responsiveness and innovative problem-solving. We guide projects through entitlement and permitting processes while maintaining collaborative relationships with clients and regulatory agencies.With a team of 20+ professionals, we combine technical expertise with a hands-on corporate philosophy to deliver efficient, client-focused solutions. Our reputation for integrity, quality, and reliability has fostered long-term client relationships and established us as a respected industry leader. Founded in 1999 by Mark Stevens and Joe Cresto, we continue to prioritize teamwork, work-life balance, and community impact through our family-like workplace culture.
Services
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Storm Water Management
Land Planning
Boundary Surveys
ALTA Surveys
Construction Staking
Topographic Mapping
Permit Processing
Subdivision Mapping
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of civil engineering experience in San Diego County
- Our principals maintain direct involvement in every project
- We deliver high-quality, code-compliant engineering plans
- Our team offers innovative problem-solving for complex projects
- We maintain a 95% client retention rate through consistent service excellence
Associations and certifications
- California Certified Small Business
What people say
Dedicated partner
Innovative problem-solving
Extreme responsiveness
Long-term trusted relationships
Respected firm
Services
Civil Engineering
Stevens Cresto Engineers provides comprehensive civil engineering services for public and private sector clients in San Diego County. Our expertise spans site feasibility studies, stormwater management, and infrastructure design. With 25 years of experience, we deliver innovative solutions that integrate planning and engineering principles to maximize project efficiency and client satisfaction.
Land Surveying
Our land surveying team combines state-of-the-art GPS technology with traditional methods to deliver precise boundary determinations and construction staking. We support all project phases from initial mapping to final certifications, ensuring compliance with California regulations and maintaining 100% accuracy in legal documentation.
Land Planning
We offer full-spectrum land planning services that integrate environmental, social, and economic factors into sustainable development solutions. Our planners collaborate with engineers and regulatory agencies to streamline entitlement processes and create implementable designs for residential, commercial, and institutional projects across San Diego County.
Storm Water Management
Our storm water experts develop comprehensive drainage solutions that comply with California's strict environmental regulations. Services include SWQMP preparation, flood control analysis, and erosion control planning, ensuring projects meet both functional requirements and environmental stewardship standards.
Construction Staking
We provide precise construction staking services using advanced surveying equipment to ensure accurate project implementation. Our team supports grading, utilities, and infrastructure improvements with real-time field verification, minimizing rework and maintaining alignment with approved plans.
People
Mark Stevens
Principal
Co-founder with 25+ years of civil engineering experience. Licensed Professional Civil Engineer who leads complex infrastructure projects while maintaining direct client engagement and technical oversight.
Joe Cresto
Principal
Co-founder and licensed Professional Civil Engineer and Land Surveyor. Oversees surveying operations and land development projects, ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance across all deliverables.
Rob Gehkre
Associate
Licensed Professional Civil Engineer with 15 years of experience managing municipal infrastructure projects. Specializes in drainage solutions and regulatory permit processing for public works improvements.
Justin Barrett
Associate Principal
Licensed Professional Civil Engineer with expertise in land development design. Manages multidisciplinary teams for mixed-use developments, focusing on sustainable design and efficient entitlement strategies.
Juan Carlos Berrelleza
Project Manager
Licensed Professional Civil Engineer with 12 years of experience in site development. Specializes in commercial and industrial projects, coordinating engineering, surveying, and planning teams to meet client objectives.
Questions
What civil engineering services do you offer?
We provide site feasibility studies, stormwater management, infrastructure design, and regulatory permitting for public and private sector projects.
How long have you served San Diego County?
Stevens Cresto Engineers has provided engineering services to San Diego County since 1999, with 25 years of continuous operation.
Do you handle both public and private projects?
Yes, we serve both public agencies and private developers across residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors.
What surveying services do you provide?
Our surveying services include boundary determination, ALTA surveys, construction staking, topographic mapping, and legal description preparation.
How do you ensure project compliance?
We maintain compliance through principal-led project reviews, collaboration with regulatory agencies, and adherence to California engineering standards.
What makes your firm different?
Our firm combines principal involvement, technical expertise, and responsive service with a collaborative approach to problem-solving and project delivery.
