Business Details
34 Years
experience
Engineering & Environmental Solutions for Critical Infrastructure
TYPSA in the United States is a multidisciplinary engineering and environmental consulting firm with its US flagship office in Phoenix, Arizona, and additional offices in Irvine, California, and Denver, Colorado. Founded in 1992 as AZTEC Engineering Group, the firm joined the TYPSA Group in 2006, an international leader based in Spain with 60+ offices worldwide. As TYPSA US, we build on AZTEC's legacy of local expertise while offering clients the resources and global experience of the TYPSA network. Our team delivers tailored local solutions with the depth and reach of a global firm, focusing on transportation, rail, transit, environmental, landscape architecture, energy, and digital services.We pride ourselves on proactive project management, commitment to quality deliverables, and balancing economic, environmental, and social responsibilities. Our business strategy centers on building long-term client relationships through trust, repeat clients, and attracting top industry talent. The skills, expertise, and dedication of our people drive the value behind our services, supported by innovation like our proprietary PVGRAd software for solar optimization.
Services
Transportation Engineering
Rail & Transit
Environmental Services
Landscape Architecture
Energy Solutions
Construction Administration
Surveying
Subsurface Utility Engineering
Digital Services
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in engineering and environmental consulting.
- Our team leverages global expertise through the TYPSA Group's 60+ international offices.
- We utilize proprietary software like PVGRAd for solar project optimization.
- Our commitment to quality deliverables spans all project phases from planning to commissioning.
- We maintain strong local presence with offices in Arizona, California, and Colorado.
Services
Transportation Engineering
TYPSA US provides comprehensive transportation engineering services for federal, state, and local agencies. Our expertise includes roadway design, traffic analysis, bridge engineering, and drainage solutions. We utilize advanced software like SelectCAD and Civil 3D to deliver cost-effective, sustainable infrastructure projects that meet modern mobility demands.
Rail & Transit
Our rail and transit division offers planning, design, and construction services for high-speed rail, light rail, and metro systems. With global experience across six continents, we implement innovative delivery methods and alternative project financing models to optimize transit solutions for urban and regional clients.
Environmental Services
TYPSA US delivers environmental planning, permitting, and compliance services for infrastructure projects. Our team handles NEPA/CEQA documentation, biological and cultural resource assessments, and erosion control plans. We maintain professional accreditations to ensure regulatory compliance while balancing ecological and community needs.
Energy Solutions
We specialize in renewable energy engineering with expertise in solar PV design, energy yield optimization, and grid integration. Our proprietary PVGRAd software reduces earthwork costs and improves LCOE metrics. Services include feasibility studies, technical due diligence, and construction management for utility-scale and community solar projects.
Construction Administration
Our field teams provide QA/QC oversight during construction phases, ensuring projects meet budget, schedule, and quality standards. Services include inspection point lists, document control, progress monitoring, and commissioning support for solar farms, transportation infrastructure, and energy storage facilities.
People
Scott McKenzie
Chief Executive Officer
Scott McKenzie leads TYPSA US with over 30 years of infrastructure consulting experience. He transitioned the firm from AZTEC Engineering Group to TYPSA US, maintaining a client-focused approach while expanding global capabilities through the TYPSA Group network.
Mark Chase
Chief Operating Officer
Mark Chase oversees daily operations and strategic growth initiatives for TYPSA US. With extensive experience in engineering management, he ensures seamless integration of TYPSA's global resources with local project execution across multiple disciplines.
Rafael Valero
President
Rafael Valero directs TYPSA US's corporate strategy and international collaboration. As President, he maintains alignment with the TYPSA Group's vision while fostering innovation in infrastructure solutions for transportation, energy, and environmental sectors.
Questions
What services does TYPSA US offer?
We provide engineering and environmental consulting services for transportation, rail, transit, energy, environmental planning, landscape architecture, construction administration, and digital infrastructure projects nationwide.
How long has TYPSA US operated in the United States?
Our firm was founded in 1992 as AZTEC Engineering Group and joined the TYPSA Group in 2006, maintaining 30+ years of US infrastructure expertise.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate from offices in Phoenix (AZ), Irvine (CA), and Denver (CO), serving clients nationwide with local presence and global resources.
What makes TYPSA US different from competitors?
We combine local expertise with global innovation through the TYPSA Group's 60+ international offices and proprietary tools like PVGRAd for solar optimization.
Do you handle both public and private sector projects?
Yes, we serve both public agencies and private developers, offering tailored solutions for infrastructure challenges across transportation, energy, and environmental sectors.
