Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner for Land Development
Founded in 1993, Wynn Engineering has built a reputation for delivering comprehensive civil and structural engineering solutions. Our expertise stems from decades of hands-on experience in both public and private sectors, with a legacy rooted in quality standards established by our founder. We specialize in land development planning, stormwater management, septic system design, structural engineering, and legal support services, serving clients across California, Nevada, and Hawaii. Our team of licensed professionals combines technical proficiency with deep regulatory knowledge to navigate complex governmental approvals. We prioritize client collaboration, ensuring projects progress smoothly from conceptualization to construction completion. With 15 dedicated staff members, including engineers registered in multiple states, we maintain a commitment to innovation while upholding the integrity of our second-generation family business.Our services span residential, commercial, and public infrastructure projects, addressing challenges through cost-effective, code-compliant solutions. From seismic analysis to topographic surveys, we provide end-to-end support that empowers clients to realize their development visions. Our QSP/QSD-certified professionals ensure environmental compliance in stormwater management, while our construction support services maintain schedule adherence and regulatory alignment. Through continuous expansion of our technical capabilities and geographic reach, we remain focused on delivering engineering excellence that meets evolving industry demands.
Services
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Land Surveying
Construction Support
Legal Support Services
Stormwater Management
Septic System Design
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in civil engineering and land development
- Our team includes engineers licensed in California, Nevada, and Hawaii
- We provide end-to-end project coordination with government agencies
- Our QSP/QSD-certified professionals ensure environmental compliance
- We maintain a client-centric approach from concept to construction
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services focus on preparing land for development through comprehensive planning and regulatory coordination. We handle hydrology studies, stormwater management, and septic system design while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. Our team provides end-to-end support from initial feasibility studies to final construction documentation.
Structural Engineering
Structural engineering services include designing safe, durable structures that meet all applicable building codes. We specialize in residential and commercial projects, offering seismic analysis, foundation design, and structural observation during construction. Our solutions balance cost-effectiveness with technical precision for both new builds and existing structure modifications.
Land Surveying
Land surveying services establish precise property boundaries and topographic features using advanced GPS and total station equipment. We create legal descriptions, subdivision maps, and construction staking plans that support development projects. Our surveys meet all regulatory requirements for governmental approval processes.
Stormwater Management
Stormwater management services include designing systems to control runoff quantity and quality. Our QSP/QSD-certified professionals develop BMPs, drainage plans, and pollution prevention strategies that comply with State Water Board regulations. We provide both design documentation and field inspection services during construction.
Legal Support Services
Legal support services address construction defects, design errors, and zoning disputes through expert analysis and testimony. Our licensed engineers provide deposition support, trial exhibits, and risk evaluations for civil and structural engineering matters. We offer both proactive risk mitigation and reactive legal consultation services.
People
Gary Wynn
President
Licensed civil engineer with 30+ years of experience in public sector roles including city Building Official and Public Works Engineer. Acquired family business in 1993 and expanded services across multiple states while maintaining quality standards.
Dawn Grinnell
Office Manager
Manages day-to-day office operations with extensive experience in administrative support for engineering projects. Coordinates team resources and client communications to ensure efficient project delivery.
Steve Reid
Managing Structural Engineer
Licensed structural engineer specializing in commercial and residential design. Provides technical leadership for structural projects including seismic analysis and construction observation services across multiple states.
Kerry Watts
Civil Project Manager
Experienced civil project manager overseeing land development projects from concept to completion. Coordinates with government agencies and manages multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive engineering solutions.
Bob Gates
Survey Crew Chief
Lead surveyor with expertise in boundary mapping and construction staking. Operates advanced survey equipment to collect field data that supports accurate project planning and implementation.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We serve San Diego County, Los Angeles, Palos Verdes Peninsula, Malibu, West Side areas, plus Nevada and Hawaii through our licensed engineers.
What engineering disciplines do you offer?
We provide civil engineering, structural engineering, land surveying, stormwater management, septic system design, and legal support services.
How do you handle government approvals?
Our team coordinates with regulatory agencies throughout the approval process, including permit acquisition and compliance documentation preparation for development projects.
What construction support services are available?
We offer construction staking, field inspections, plan modifications, and as-built documentation services to ensure projects meet approved designs and schedules.
Do you handle both public and private projects?
Yes, we work on residential, commercial, and public infrastructure projects including schools, libraries, and essential services buildings.
What makes your firm different?
Our combination of public sector experience, multi-state licensing, and family business commitment to quality sets us apart in engineering service delivery.
