Business Details
45 Years
experience
Professional Engineering Services in Saugerties
Praetorius & Conrad, PC has been a trusted provider of civil, structural, and environmental engineering services since 1981. Our firm specializes in delivering tailored solutions for commercial, residential, and municipal projects across the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountain regions. With over four decades of experience, we combine technical expertise with a commitment to personalized client service. Our team of licensed professionals excels in navigating complex regulatory requirements at local, state, and federal levels. We maintain strong relationships with planning boards and zoning authorities to ensure project compliance.As a locally owned business, we prioritize cost-effective solutions while maintaining the highest standards of quality. Our services span site development, wastewater systems, structural analysis, and environmental compliance. We actively collaborate with other consultants to address specialized project needs. Our LEED-certified professionals contribute to sustainable building initiatives. The firm continues to uphold the founding principles of integrity and technical excellence established in 1981.
Services
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Land Surveying
Site Development Plans
Septic System Designs
Subdivision Planning
Stormwater Management
Construction Inspection
Boundary Surveys
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of regional engineering expertise
- Our team holds multiple professional engineering certifications
- We maintain strong relationships with local regulatory agencies
- We provide LEED-compliant sustainable design solutions
- Our staff includes multi-generational engineering professionals
Services
Site Development Plans
Our site development plans create comprehensive engineering layouts for land improvements. We coordinate building placement, stormwater management, and infrastructure design to meet zoning requirements. Our team works through all project phases from concept to construction completion.
Septic System Designs
We design residential and commercial wastewater treatment systems compliant with state and local regulations. Our engineers collaborate with health departments to ensure proper system installation and maintenance in protected watershed areas.
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services cover building foundations, retaining walls, and bridge analysis. We provide detailed calculations and designs for new construction and renovation projects across residential and commercial sectors.
Environmental Compliance
We prepare environmental impact statements and stormwater pollution prevention plans. Our team ensures compliance with SEQRA regulations and manages erosion control and wetland mitigation projects.
Land Surveying
Our licensed surveyors conduct boundary mapping, topographic surveys, and subdivision planning. We utilize GPS technology for accurate property line determinations and construction layout services.
People
Richard J. Praetorius
Founding Professional Engineer
Co-founder with over 40 years of engineering experience, specializing in civil infrastructure projects and regulatory compliance.
Jeffrey A. Hogan
Principal/Professional Engineer
Licensed engineer with extensive experience in municipal projects and environmental compliance, now leading the firm's engineering division.
Bruce D. Utter
Principal/Professional Engineer
Senior engineer managing structural analysis projects with decades of experience in commercial and residential construction.
Khattar I. Elmassalemah
Principal/Professional Engineer
Environmental engineering expert overseeing wastewater system designs and LEED-compliant sustainable development projects.
Thomas W. Conrad
Founding Licensed Land Surveyor
Original co-founder with specialized expertise in boundary surveys and land mapping, establishing the firm's surveying division.
Questions
What engineering services do you specialize in?
We specialize in civil, structural, and environmental engineering, including site development, wastewater systems, structural analysis, and environmental compliance.
Do you handle municipal projects?
Yes, we work with municipalities on infrastructure projects, zoning compliance, and environmental regulations.
Are you experienced with LEED-certified projects?
Yes, our team has completed multiple LEED-compliant sustainable building projects.
What surveying services do you offer?
We provide boundary surveys, topographic mapping, subdivision planning, and construction layout services.
Do you work with homeowners?
Yes, we design residential wastewater systems and provide surveying services for property development.
How do you handle regulatory compliance?
Our team navigates local, state, and federal regulations, maintaining strong relationships with planning boards and environmental agencies.
