Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner Since 1919
Founded in 1919, we are one of Florida's longest-operating engineering and surveying firms, providing comprehensive solutions for civil, structural, transportation, and environmental projects. Our employee-owned company combines century-spanning expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver land development, infrastructure, and community-shaping projects across Florida, Alabama, and the Caribbean basin. With eight regional offices and specialized teams in surveying, GIS, and subsurface utility engineering, we maintain our founder's commitment to integrity, quality, and client-centered service.Our multidisciplinary approach addresses complex challenges in education, healthcare, municipal infrastructure, and commercial development while adhering to evolving industry standards. Recognized for technical excellence and community impact, we've completed over 1,000 projects with a focus on sustainable design and innovative problem-solving that transforms visionary concepts into tangible realities.
Services
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Transportation Engineering
Survey & Mapping
Environmental Science
Subsurface Utility Engineering
Hydrographic Surveying
GIS Services
Details
- Year established: 1919
Highlights and features
- We offer 100+ years of continuous engineering and surveying expertise
- Our employee-owned structure ensures client-focused commitment and accountability
- We provide eight specialized service lines under one integrated platform
- We maintain cutting-edge technology in surveying and GIS applications
- Our multidisciplinary teams handle complex projects from concept to completion
What people say
Exceptional service
Dedicated professionals
Superior expertise
Reliable partner
Technical excellence
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team delivers comprehensive land development solutions for educational, healthcare, municipal, and commercial projects. We specialize in site planning, drainage systems, roadway design, and utility infrastructure that meets evolving community needs. With continuous operation since 1919, our engineers combine historical expertise with modern technology to create sustainable, code-compliant developments that enhance urban environments and support regional growth.
Structural Engineering
We provide full-spectrum structural engineering services for new construction and renovation projects across multiple sectors. Our team with 50+ combined years of experience designs safe, cost-effective structures using advanced analysis techniques. From temporary installations to permanent institutional buildings, we ensure structural integrity while maintaining alignment with architectural vision and project economics through all construction phases.
Transportation Engineering
Our transportation engineers develop comprehensive solutions for roadway networks, traffic management, and multimodal infrastructure. Specializing in FDOT projects and municipal transportation planning, we address community mobility needs through data-driven analysis of traffic patterns, safety improvements, and sustainable design practices that enhance regional connectivity while meeting regulatory requirements.
Survey & Mapping
As Florida's largest surveying firm, we offer traditional and technology-enhanced surveying solutions including 3D laser scanning, drone mapping, and hydrographic surveys. Our services support accurate land development decisions through precise topographic mapping, boundary determination, and digital twin creation that facilitate complex infrastructure projects across diverse terrains and environments.
Environmental Science & Permitting
Our environmental team provides wetland delineation, NEPA documentation, and permitting services integrated with engineering solutions. With 30+ years of specialized expertise, we help clients navigate regulatory requirements through ecological assessments, mitigation planning, and sustainable design practices that balance development needs with environmental protection for both public and private sector projects.
People
Bill Kent
President & CEO
Leading the firm since 2003, Bill directs strategic growth while maintaining our founding commitment to engineering excellence. With decades of industry experience, he ensures our technical teams deliver innovative solutions that meet evolving client needs across Florida's diverse communities.
Brenda Anderson
Chief Financial Officer
Managing financial operations since 2018, Brenda brings extensive accounting expertise to support our growth strategy. She oversees financial planning, budgeting, and reporting while maintaining fiscal responsibility that strengthens our long-term position as an employee-owned engineering firm.
Steven Heise
Sr. VP of Survey/SUE
With 25+ years in surveying, Steven leads our geospatial services division. He specializes in integrating advanced technologies like LiDAR and GIS while maintaining traditional surveying excellence that supports complex infrastructure projects across our eight regional offices.
Jeremy Lunsford
VP Structural Engineering
Jeremy directs structural engineering operations with 20+ years of experience in commercial and institutional projects. He leads technical teams in delivering safe, code-compliant designs while mentoring emerging professionals through our internal training programs that emphasize continuous skill development.
David Deren
Vice President Surveying
A 2019 acquisition leader, David expanded our surveying capabilities through innovative technology adoption. He manages large-scale mapping projects while maintaining field expertise in GPS and sonar applications that enhance accuracy for complex infrastructure developments.
Questions
What engineering services does George F Young offer?
We provide civil, structural, transportation, environmental engineering alongside surveying, GIS, and subsurface utility engineering services for public and private sector projects.
How long has George F Young been in business?
Since 1919, making us one of Florida's oldest continuously operating engineering firms with over 100 years of industry experience.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We operate across Florida, Alabama, and the Caribbean basin with eight regional offices supporting local and international development projects.
Are you an employee-owned company?
Yes, we transitioned to 100% employee ownership in 2018, reinforcing our commitment to client service through shared stakeholder responsibility.
What technology do you use for surveying projects?
We employ 3D laser scanning, drone mapping, LiDAR, and GIS technologies alongside traditional surveying methods for comprehensive geospatial solutions.
How do you handle complex environmental permitting?
Our environmental scientists provide integrated permitting services including wetland delineation, NEPA documentation, and regulatory compliance strategies for development projects.
