Business Details
21 Years
experience
Civil Engineering & Surveying Experts in Port Allen, LA
Established in 2005 by Karla E. Weston, PE, our firm specializes in civil engineering, cost engineering, land surveying, and subsurface utility engineering (SUE). We are SBA-certified as a Woman-Owned Small Business and DBE-certified by the Louisiana Department of Transportation & Development. Our team of licensed engineers, surveyors, and cost estimators delivers high-quality designs for federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as private developers.With headquarters in Port Allen, Louisiana, we serve the entire state for civil design and surveying, while our cost engineering services extend nationwide. Our commitment to honesty, integrity, and technical excellence has earned us a reputation for reliability and innovation in infrastructure projects.
Services
Civil Engineering
Cost Engineering
Land Surveying
SUE Services
Remote Sensing Technology
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of combined experience in civil engineering and surveying.
- Our SBA and DBE certifications demonstrate commitment to diversity and excellence.
- Nationwide cost engineering services for federal civil works projects.
- We utilize advanced SUE technology to prevent construction delays.
- Our team includes licensed professionals with expertise in remote sensing technologies.
Associations and certifications
- SBA (Woman-Owned Small Business)
- Louisiana Department of Transportation & Development (DBE)
Services
Civil Engineering
We provide comprehensive civil engineering design for municipal and private infrastructure projects. Our expertise includes roadway design, drainage systems, and construction administration. Clients benefit from our technical precision and regulatory compliance, ensuring projects meet federal and state standards while optimizing functionality and cost efficiency.
Cost Engineering
Our cost engineering services deliver accurate contractor-style estimates for federal civil works. We specialize in USACE projects, offering schedule analysis and value engineering. Clients receive detailed budget forecasts and risk assessments, minimizing financial surprises during construction phases for large-scale infrastructure developments.
Land Surveying
We conduct boundary and topographic surveys for government and private clients. Our services include ALTA/ACSM surveys, FEMA elevation certificates, and 3D terrestrial scanning. Advanced technologies ensure precise data collection, supporting accurate project planning and regulatory compliance for commercial and municipal developments.
SUE Services
Our Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) services identify underground utilities before construction begins. Using ASCE quality level standards, we reduce project risks by preventing utility damage. Clients avoid costly delays through our proactive approach, which integrates utility data into design phases for safer, more efficient infrastructure projects.
People
Karla Weston
Founder & Civil Engineer
Licensed Civil Engineer in Louisiana with over 20 years of experience. Graduated from Louisiana Tech University. Leads design teams for municipal and federal infrastructure projects.
Chris Ballard
Survey Manager
Professional Land Surveyor in Louisiana and Texas. Manages survey operations with expertise in boundary and topographic surveys for government and private clients.
C.J. Goodspeed
SUE Manager
30+ years of subsurface utility experience. Oversees SUE operations, utilizing advanced technology to prevent construction conflicts and ensure project safety.
Madison Mills
Survey Project Manager
Registered Louisiana Land Surveyor. Coordinates field crews and processes data for large-scale municipal and commercial surveying projects.
Scott Benton
Survey Project Manager
FAA-licensed drone pilot specializing in 3D terrestrial scanning and remote sensing technology for infrastructure and industrial applications.
Questions
What services does Civil Design & Construction offer?
We provide civil engineering, cost engineering, land surveying, and subsurface utility engineering (SUE) services for government and private sector clients.
Are you certified as a minority-owned business?
Yes, we are SBA-certified as a Woman-Owned Small Business and DBE-certified by the Louisiana Department of Transportation & Development.
Do you work outside Louisiana?
Our civil design and surveying services operate statewide, while our cost engineering services support federal projects nationwide.
What is Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE)?
SUE uses advanced technology to locate underground utilities before construction, preventing costly delays and ensuring safer project execution through ASCE quality level standards.
