Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Civil Engineering Partner in Gorham, Maine
Established in 1978, our firm has built a reputation for delivering comprehensive civil engineering, planning, and surveying services tailored to municipal and private sector needs. With a dedicated team of 15 professionals, including engineers, planners, and surveyors, we combine decades of collective experience with a collaborative approach to address complex infrastructure challenges. Our expertise spans roadway design, stormwater management, environmental permitting, and land surveying, supported by in-house capabilities that ensure seamless project execution from concept to completion.Clients consistently recognize our commitment to technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and practical solutions that balance innovation with real-world constraints. Headquartered in Gorham, Maine, we maintain long-standing relationships with local governments and developers through responsive service and a deep understanding of regional development dynamics.
Services
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Stormwater Management
Municipal Engineering
Permitting & Planning
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized civil engineering experience in Maine's regulatory environment
- Our in-house survey department ensures seamless transition from field data to design
- Proven track record managing complex municipal infrastructure projects
- Team includes licensed engineers with expertise in stormwater compliance and permitting
- Collaborative approach integrating technical analysis with stakeholder input
What people say
Technical excellence
Collaborative approach
Regulatory expertise
Responsive communication
Long-standing relationships
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team provides comprehensive solutions for municipal and private sector projects including roadway design, utility systems, and site development. With four licensed Maine professional engineers, we deliver construction documents, technical specifications, and construction management services. Our expertise in regulatory compliance and project lifecycle management ensures efficient execution from conceptual planning through final inspections.
Land Surveying
Full-service survey department supports all project phases through boundary surveys, topographic mapping, and construction layout. Our experienced surveyors perform ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, utility investigations, and elevation certifications. Field data collection directly informs design processes, with project managers often accompanying survey crews to ensure accurate data interpretation and minimize rework during development stages.
Stormwater Management
Specialized stormwater services include hydrologic modeling, BMP design, and compliance with Maine DEP regulations. We conduct watershed analysis, erosion control planning, and hydraulic studies using advanced software tools. Our team balances technical analysis with field assessments to create practical stormwater solutions that address both regulatory requirements and real-world drainage challenges for municipal and private clients.
Permitting & Planning
Environmental permitting expertise covers SLODA, NRPA, and Maine Construction General Permits. We manage regulatory submissions for state and federal agencies, including USACE permits. Our staff maintains ongoing dialogue with regulators to navigate complex approval processes efficiently. Services include site location analysis, natural resource protection plans, and compliance documentation for land development projects.
Municipal Engineering
Comprehensive municipal support includes roadway design, utility infrastructure, and ADA accessibility improvements. We assist with athletic facilities, pedestrian pathways, and parking solutions while providing cost estimating and construction management. Our long-standing relationships with Maine municipalities enable effective collaboration on infrastructure projects that meet community needs while adhering to budgetary and regulatory constraints.
People
Andy Morrell
Senior Engineer & Partner
23 years of civil engineering experience with expertise in site design, permitting, and project management. Licensed Maine Professional Engineer specializing in residential subdivisions, commercial developments, and municipal projects.
Steve Blake
Senior Engineer & Partner
Over 20 years of civil engineering experience managing complex projects including institutional facilities and grid-scale utility developments. Licensed Maine Professional Engineer with expertise in regulatory compliance and municipal coordination.
Walt Pelkey
Project Manager & Senior Designer
37 years of civil engineering experience with 35 years at BH2M. Specializes in project execution from design through completion, with extensive knowledge of Maine's development requirements and construction practices.
Bob Libby
Chief Surveyor & Partner
Maine licensed surveyor with extensive experience in boundary surveys, ALTA/NSPS standards, and floodplain mapping. Former President of Maine Society of Land Surveyors with technical expertise in mortgage loan inspections and construction stakeout.
Austin Fagan
Project Engineer
5+ years of civil engineering experience with focus on stormwater permitting and site design. Licensed Maine Professional Engineer with background in residential/commercial development and prior construction field experience.
Questions
What civil engineering services do you offer?
We provide roadway design, utility systems, site development, and construction management for municipal and private sector clients across Maine.
How does your survey department support projects?
Our in-house survey team conducts boundary mapping, topographic surveys, and construction layout to ensure accurate data directly informs design decisions.
What stormwater management expertise do you have?
We specialize in hydrologic modeling, BMP design, and Maine DEP compliance with 40+ years of experience in municipal and private sector projects.
Do you work with Maine municipalities?
Yes, we've supported Maine towns with infrastructure projects since 1978, including roadways, utilities, and regulatory compliance.
How do you handle environmental permitting?
Our team manages SLODA, NRPA, and USACE permit applications with ongoing regulatory agency coordination to streamline approval processes.
What makes your firm different?
Our combination of in-house survey capabilities, regulatory expertise, and long-standing Maine municipal relationships enables efficient project delivery.
