Business Details
28 Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering Services in Frederick, MD
B & R Design Group has been delivering superior civil engineering, planning, and surveying services since 1998. Our team combines over 60 years of collective surveying experience with advanced technological expertise to serve municipal, county, state, and private sector clients across Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. We prioritize client partnerships and regulatory compliance while maintaining a forward-thinking approach to project design and execution. Our services span feasibility studies, environmental permitting, FEMA floodplain analysis, and comprehensive land surveying.With offices in Frederick, Maryland, we ensure all projects meet budgetary constraints and timelines while adhering to the highest professional standards. Our staff's extensive experience in zoning regulations, master planning, and construction management supports both current and future client needs. We maintain transparent communication throughout project lifecycles and provide post-completion support when required. Our reputation for quality service is evidenced by our long-standing client relationships and successful project delivery history.
Services
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Environmental Services
FEMA Flood Insurance
Feasibility Studies
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years combined surveying experience with state-of-the-art technology
- Our feasibility studies maximize project viability through regulatory analysis
- We implement environmentally responsible engineering solutions
- Specialized FEMA floodplain mapping and LOMA certification expertise
- Our staff maintains active involvement in regulatory compliance updates
Services
Civil Engineering
B & R Design Group provides comprehensive civil engineering services from concept planning to construction documentation. Our expertise includes roadway design, stormwater management, utility systems, and grading plans for residential, commercial, and institutional developments. We ensure all projects meet regulatory requirements while optimizing functionality and cost-effectiveness.
Land Surveying
Our surveying team offers boundary surveys, topographic mapping, and construction stakeout using advanced GPS technology. With over 60 years combined experience, we provide precise measurements for property development, easement determination, and legal documentation across Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania.
Environmental Services
We deliver environmental permitting, wetland analysis, and forest conservation planning for development projects. Our services include regulatory compliance documentation, mitigation strategies, and impact assessments to help clients meet federal, state, and local environmental requirements.
FEMA Flood Insurance
B & R Design Group specializes in FEMA floodplain mapping and LOMA certifications. We conduct elevation certifications and flood hazard analyses to determine insurance requirements for properties in Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, helping homeowners potentially reduce insurance costs.
Feasibility Studies
Our feasibility studies evaluate project viability through zoning analysis, regulatory review, and budget assessment. We help clients determine development potential by analyzing environmental impacts, stakeholder considerations, and regulatory constraints across the Mid-Atlantic region.
People
William J. Brennan, JR.
President
With over 28 years of civil engineering experience, William Brennan leads B & R Design Group's strategic direction. He oversees project execution and client relations while maintaining professional licensure in engineering and surveying.
Rick Curry
Vice President
Rick Curry brings 29 years of engineering expertise to project management. He focuses on technical quality control and regulatory compliance while working closely with clients to ensure project success across multiple states.
Julius Layne
Senior Project Engineer
Julius Layne manages engineering projects with 22 years of design and analysis experience. He specializes in municipal infrastructure and construction documentation while ensuring adherence to current engineering standards.
Carl Thomas
Manager of Survey Operations
Carl Thomas oversees surveying operations with 37 years of field and technical experience. He manages topographic surveys, boundary determinations, and construction stakeout projects using advanced GPS technology.
Michael E. Norris
Assistant Manager of Survey Operations
Michael Norris supports survey operations with extensive field experience. He assists in managing land surveying projects while maintaining technical accuracy and timely project delivery across multiple jurisdictions.
Questions
What civil engineering services do you offer?
We provide complete civil engineering services including site design, roadway planning, stormwater management, utility systems, and construction documentation for residential, commercial, and municipal projects.
Do you provide land surveying services outside Maryland?
Yes, our land surveying services extend throughout Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Maryland, covering boundary surveys, topographic mapping, and construction stakeout for various development types.
How can you help with flood insurance requirements?
We conduct FEMA floodplain analyses and prepare LOMA applications to determine flood hazard status, potentially removing structures from mandatory flood insurance zones through official FEMA map amendments.
What environmental services do you provide?
Our environmental services include wetland delineations, forest conservation plans, regulatory permitting, and mitigation strategies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
Do you handle feasibility studies for development projects?
Yes, we perform comprehensive feasibility studies evaluating zoning regulations, environmental impacts, and regulatory requirements to determine project viability and development potential.
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients throughout Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, with primary operations based in Frederick, Maryland, supporting both urban and rural development projects.
