Business Details
27 Years
experience
Civil Engineering Services in Valdosta, GA
LEA is a full-service civil, survey, environmental, and agricultural consulting firm headquartered in Valdosta, Georgia. Established in 1999, we have expanded our expertise across Central and North Georgia, Florida, and Alabama. Our mission centers on collaborative client partnerships, prioritizing their vision and needs through business integrity, attention to detail, and open communication. With a focus on innovative solutions, we deliver engineering excellence across industrial, commercial, residential, educational, and municipal sectors.Our team adheres to rigorous ethical standards, emphasizing safety, environmental stewardship, and sustainable practices. We are committed to quality, fostering long-term client relationships built on trust and technical proficiency. As a GDOT prequalified consultant, we specialize in roadway design, stormwater management, and environmental compliance. Our culture champions innovation, teamwork, and a results-driven approach to exceed client expectations.
Services
Site Engineering
Environmental Services
Roadway Design
Stormwater Management
Water Mains
Wastewater Systems
Residential Development
Solid Waste Management
Surveying
Land Planning
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in civil engineering.
- Our team offers comprehensive environmental compliance solutions.
- We prioritize open communication and client collaboration.
- We are GDOT prequalified consultants in multiple disciplines.
- We emphasize innovation and sustainability in all projects.
Services
Site Engineering
LEA provides comprehensive site engineering for commercial developments, including grading, drainage, utility design, and zoning compliance. Our expertise ensures functional, code-compliant layouts for shopping centers, office complexes, and recreational facilities. We integrate environmental considerations with practical design to optimize land use and infrastructure efficiency.
Environmental Services
Our environmental services address regulatory compliance through assessments, stormwater permits, and pollution control plans. We specialize in Phase I ESA, wetland delineation, and NPDES inspections, ensuring client projects meet federal and state environmental standards while minimizing ecological impact.
Roadway Design
LEA designs safe, efficient roadways for urban and rural settings, including widening, realignment, and pedestrian facilities. We handle permitting, erosion control, and right-of-way acquisition, prioritizing traffic flow improvements and long-term infrastructure resilience for municipal clients.
Water Mains
We engineer complete water distribution systems, from source assessment to treatment and storage. Our services include master planning, pump station design, and compliance with water quality regulations, ensuring reliable, sustainable water supply solutions for municipalities and industries.
Wastewater Systems
LEA designs and upgrades wastewater treatment plants, sewer lines, and septic systems. Our approach balances hydraulic efficiency with environmental compliance, offering cost-effective solutions for municipal and industrial clients through detailed planning and regulatory permitting.
People
Jeff Lovell
President
Jeff Lovell, PE, founded LEA in 1999 and oversees strategic operations. With over 25 years in civil engineering, he specializes in project management and client relations, driving the firm's growth and technical excellence across the Southeast.
Clayton Milligan
Executive Vice President
Clayton Milligan, PE, leads engineering teams with expertise in municipal infrastructure. As Executive Vice President, he ensures technical quality and innovation in roadway, water, and wastewater projects, maintaining LEA's commitment to client-focused solutions.
Rob Rickert
Vice President
Rob Rickert manages operations at LEA, focusing on project execution and team coordination. His leadership ensures efficient delivery of engineering services while upholding the firm's standards for safety, compliance, and client satisfaction.
Dale Arrowood
Survey Manager
Dale Arrowood directs LEA's surveying division, overseeing boundary, topographic, and construction surveys. His expertise in ALTA/ACSM standards and field operations supports accurate data collection for land development and infrastructure projects.
Jeff Guess
Professional Land Surveyor
Jeff Guess, PLS, contributes to LEA's surveying projects with precision in boundary analysis and site mapping. His work ensures regulatory compliance and technical accuracy for clients in commercial, residential, and municipal sectors.
Questions
What services does LEA, PC offer?
LEA provides civil engineering, environmental consulting, and agricultural services, including site engineering, roadway design, water/wastewater systems, stormwater management, and surveying for commercial, residential, and municipal clients.
How long has LEA, PC been in business?
LEA was founded in 1999 and has served clients across Georgia, Florida, and Alabama for over 25 years, building a reputation for technical excellence and client collaboration.
Do you serve areas outside Georgia?
Yes, while based in Valdosta, Georgia, LEA works throughout Central and North Georgia, Florida, and Alabama, delivering engineering solutions tailored to regional regulatory and environmental needs.
What sets LEA apart from other engineering firms?
LEA combines technical expertise with a client-focused approach, emphasizing innovation, sustainability, and compliance. Our GDOT prequalification and multidisciplinary services ensure comprehensive, reliable project execution.
