Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Construction Solutions in Lacey, WA
Founded in 1983, Laura Skillings has established itself as a leader in civil engineering and construction management across the Pacific Northwest. Our multidisciplinary team of civil engineers, environmental scientists, surveyors, and real estate experts delivers comprehensive solutions for transportation, utilities, and stormwater projects. With over four decades of experience, we prioritize sustainable design practices, integrating innovative technologies and environmentally-conscious methodologies to meet client needs. Our commitment to quality is reflected in the fact that 75% of our projects are for repeat clients, underscoring our reliability and expertise. We maintain strong ties with academic institutions and professional societies, ensuring we remain at the forefront of industry advancements while recruiting top-tier talent.Our culture emphasizes hard work, creativity, and a dedication to building infrastructure that enhances public safety and environmental sustainability. Through strategic partnerships and a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, we provide cost-effective, integrated project delivery from initial planning to final execution. Our services span the entire project lifecycle, including master planning, permitting, construction management, and environmental compliance. Recognized for our technical excellence and client-focused approach, we continue to expand our capabilities to address evolving industry challenges while maintaining our core values of integrity and innovation.
Services
Construction Management
Drinking Water Projects
Environmental Services
Stormwater Management
Surveying
Transportation
Utility Coordination
Wastewater
Site Development
Permitting
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of experience in civil engineering and construction management.
- Our multidisciplinary team includes civil engineers, environmental scientists, and surveying experts.
- We integrate sustainable design practices into all our infrastructure projects.
- 75% of our projects are for repeat clients, demonstrating our reliability and quality.
- We maintain strong academic and professional partnerships to stay at industry forefront.
Services
Construction Management
Laura Skillings provides end-to-end construction management services, ensuring projects meet quality, budget, and timeline requirements. Our experienced team coordinates with local jurisdictions and regulatory agencies to deliver integrated solutions. We specialize in strategic planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication for complex infrastructure projects.
Environmental Services
Our environmental services focus on regulatory compliance and sustainable solutions for infrastructure projects. We handle wetland mitigation, floodplain management, and permitting through expertise in federal and state environmental regulations. Our team ensures projects meet SEPA/NEPA standards while maintaining ecological balance.
Stormwater Management
Laura Skillings offers comprehensive stormwater solutions including hydraulic modeling, retention design, and pollution prevention. Our engineers develop Best Management Practices (BMPs) tailored to local regulations and environmental conditions. We provide certified erosion control plans and stormwater sampling services for municipal and industrial clients.
Drinking Water Systems
We design and manage potable water systems with expertise in hydraulic modeling, treatment, and distribution. Our services cover supply planning, storage tank design, and water rights permitting. With 34+ years of regional experience, we deliver solutions that ensure safe, reliable water delivery for communities.
Transportation Planning
Our transportation services include roadway design, traffic analysis, and utility coordination for municipal and state projects. We integrate sustainable materials and smart infrastructure solutions to enhance public safety and longevity. The team specializes in navigating complex regulatory requirements for transportation corridors.
People
Patrick Skillings
Environmental Services Manager & Vice President
Patrick combines wetland science expertise with civil engineering experience to develop constructable environmental solutions. He leads permitting strategies and regulatory compliance efforts while mentoring junior staff through our academic partnerships.
Questions
What geographic areas do Laura Skillings serve?
We primarily serve the Pacific Northwest region, including Washington, Oregon, and Idaho for infrastructure projects.
What engineering specialties does Laura Skillings offer?
Our core specialties include civil engineering, environmental compliance, transportation planning, stormwater management, and drinking water systems design.
How does Laura Skillings approach sustainable design?
We incorporate pervious materials, tree retention, native landscaping, and solar-powered infrastructure to create environmentally-friendly solutions for all projects.
What experience do you have with regulatory permitting?
Our team has decades of experience securing permits from agencies like the Army Corps of Engineers, Department of Ecology, and local jurisdictions through proven compliance strategies.
Do you work with both public and private clients?
Yes, we provide services to municipal agencies, state departments, and private developers for infrastructure development across sectors.
