Business Details
44 Years
experience
Municipal Engineering Solutions in Pittsburgh
Since 1982, KLH Engineers has delivered specialized engineering solutions focused exclusively on municipal water and wastewater infrastructure. Our firm operates under a philosophy of EXPERTISE, COMMON SENSE, and INNOVATION, serving over 400 municipal clients with comprehensive planning, design, and construction administration services. With 60+ employees including 25 engineers and 15 licensed Professional Engineers in Pennsylvania, we maintain full-service capabilities in-house to address municipal needs without reliance on external consultants.Our three owner-engineers oversee daily operations, ensuring direct communication and eliminating hierarchical inefficiencies that increase client costs. We specialize in water distribution systems, wastewater treatment facilities, stormwater management, and SCADA integration, maintaining technical expertise in hydraulic modeling software like Innovyze InfoWater and PCSWMM. Our team's 35+ years of collective experience in municipal engineering enables tailored solutions for infrastructure challenges across Southwestern Pennsylvania.
Services
Water System Modeling
Wastewater Planning
Municipal Engineering
SCADA Services
Land Surveying
Stormwater Management
Treatment Plant Design
Infrastructure Assessment
GIS Mapping
Roadway Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We specialize exclusively in municipal engineering with 40+ years of focused expertise
- Our in-house team handles all aspects from planning to construction administration
- Three owner-engineers maintain direct client communication and project oversight
- 15 engineers hold Pennsylvania Professional Engineer licenses with multi-state credentials
- We utilize industry-leading hydraulic modeling software for precise infrastructure analysis
Services
Water System Modeling
Our engineers create detailed hydraulic models using Innovyze InfoWater software to evaluate municipal water distribution systems. We analyze pipe age, material, water quality, flow rates, and pressure parameters to identify infrastructure needs. Our models incorporate population projections and commercial demands to guide capital improvement planning for sustainable water supply systems.
Wastewater Planning
We develop comprehensive wastewater management plans including Act 537 compliance studies and capacity evaluations. Our team designs interceptor sewers, pump stations, and treatment facilities while implementing optimization methods like bio-towers and membrane filtration. We address combined sewer overflow issues through advanced primary treatment solutions tailored to municipal requirements.
Municipal Engineering
Our services cover storm sewer engineering, roadway paving, and retaining wall construction for townships and boroughs. We develop subdivision ordinances aligned with zoning regulations and provide construction phase monitoring. Our engineers ensure compliance with PennDOT and AASHTO standards for municipal infrastructure projects of all scales.
SCADA Services
We offer complete SCADA system implementation from design to installation, including PLC programming and HMI development. Our Rockwell Automation-certified team integrates packaged systems and provides cellular remote monitoring solutions. We maintain third-party relationships for equipment support and offer emergency troubleshooting for wastewater and water treatment control systems.
Land Surveying
Our full-time survey crews utilize GPS technology and conventional equipment for precise data collection. We support aerial mapping, facility documentation, and system mapping projects. Our surveying services provide critical baseline data for infrastructure planning and construction projects across municipal jurisdictions.
People
Joseph M. Gianvito
President
20+ years of water/wastewater expertise including treatment plant startup and operational troubleshooting. Holds M.S. and B.S. in Civil Engineering from University of Pittsburgh and Pennsylvania State University. Licensed Professional Engineer and Certified Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator in Pennsylvania.
David A. Coldren
Vice President
25+ years of experience in water/wastewater projects serving communities from 250 to 17,000 customers. B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from University of Pittsburgh. Registered Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania with extensive permitting and construction administration expertise.
Robert L. Horvat
Vice President
30+ years of municipal government experience including utility operations and public works management. Combines engineering credentials with operational knowledge. Holds A.S. in Industrial Design, B.S. in Civil Engineering, and M.B.A. Certified Water and Wastewater Operator in Pennsylvania.
Samuel R. Gibson
Vice President
14+ years of comprehensive municipal engineering experience covering project planning through construction administration. B.S. in Civil Engineering from University of Pittsburgh. Registered Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania with expertise in water, wastewater, and municipal infrastructure financing.
Questions
What municipal engineering services do you specialize in?
We specialize in water distribution systems, wastewater treatment facilities, stormwater management, SCADA integration, and municipal infrastructure projects including roadway engineering and land surveying.
How long have you served municipal clients?
Since 1982, we've provided engineering services to over 400 municipal clients across Southwestern Pennsylvania with continuous focus on water and wastewater infrastructure.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Southwestern Pennsylvania municipalities including Pittsburgh, West Mifflin, Canonsburg, and surrounding regions with specialized knowledge of local regulations and infrastructure needs.
Do you offer full-service engineering capabilities?
Yes, we provide complete in-house services from planning and design through construction administration without reliance on external consultants for municipal water and wastewater projects.
What makes your firm unique?
Our exclusive focus on municipal engineering, direct owner oversight, and team of licensed engineers with 35+ years of collective experience differentiate us from general engineering firms.
