Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Transportation Engineering and Construction Management Experts
Founded in 1964, SAI Consulting Engineers has established itself as a leader in transportation-focused civil engineering and construction management. As an employee-owned firm since 1996, we combine decades of technical expertise with a client-centric approach to solve complex infrastructure challenges. Our team of over 140 professionals delivers highway and bridge design, structural inspection, traffic engineering, and construction management services to government and private sector clients. We prioritize cost-effective solutions through design flexibility, leveraging advanced materials and techniques to extend facility service life. With offices in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Philadelphia, and Florida, we maintain a regional presence while tackling national projects.Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through the use of cutting-edge tools like Synchro with SimTraffic and PTV Vissim for traffic analysis. We specialize in managing the complete project lifecycle from conceptual design to final construction documentation. Our value engineering studies and constructability reviews ensure optimal project outcomes within budget constraints. The firm's ESOP structure fosters long-term continuity and accountability in every project we undertake. This combination of technical excellence, operational efficiency, and employee ownership continues to drive our success across five decades.
Services
Highway Design
Structural Design
Traffic Engineering
Bridge Inspection
Construction Management
Details
- Year established: 1964
Highlights and features
- 50+ years of specialized transportation engineering experience
- Employee-owned firm ensuring long-term project accountability
- Comprehensive services covering entire infrastructure lifecycle
- Advanced traffic analysis using Synchro and PTV Vissim tools
- Value engineering expertise for cost-effective solutions
Services
Highway Design
Our highway design services encompass complete transportation solutions from conceptual planning to final construction documentation. We conduct needs analysis, environmental studies, and traffic simulations to create efficient roadway systems. Utilizing CADD technology and value engineering principles, we optimize designs for safety, durability, and cost-effectiveness while meeting federal and state standards.
Structural Design
Specializing in structural design for transportation infrastructure, we provide comprehensive solutions for new construction and rehabilitation projects. Our engineers perform hydraulic studies, finite element analysis, and shop drawing reviews to ensure structural integrity. We deliver complete design packages including demolition plans and construction specifications for bridges and other critical structures.
Traffic Engineering
Our traffic engineering services optimize transportation systems through data-driven analysis and advanced modeling tools. We conduct operational studies, design signal systems, and develop traffic management plans using Synchro and PTV Vissim software. Our PTOE-certified professionals create safety improvements and access management strategies for efficient traffic flow.
Bridge Inspection
We provide comprehensive bridge inspection services for highway, railroad, and pedestrian structures. Our certified inspectors perform condition assessments and develop rehabilitation recommendations using industry-standard evaluation methods. This includes detailed documentation of structural deficiencies and prioritization for maintenance or replacement.
Construction Management
Our construction management services ensure project success through comprehensive oversight of design and construction phases. We provide quality control, schedule monitoring, and coordination between stakeholders. This includes constructability reviews, environmental permitting assistance, and implementation of safety protocols throughout the project lifecycle.
People
Glenn D. Stickel
President
President with extensive civil engineering experience, leading SAI's strategic direction and client relationships while maintaining professional engineering standards across all projects.
Kevin W. Lettrich
Vice President Construction
Vice President overseeing construction services, ensuring quality control and technical excellence in project delivery while managing key client partnerships.
William G. Ferko
Vice President
Experienced Vice President managing engineering operations, focusing on client satisfaction and technical proficiency across transportation infrastructure projects.
Brian S. Long
Vice President
Vice President with expertise in structural engineering, leading technical teams and ensuring adherence to industry standards in all design projects.
Gregory W. Soule
Assistant Vice President
Assistant Vice President managing project coordination and technical reviews, with focus on maintaining SAI's engineering excellence and client service standards.
Questions
What engineering services does SAI specialize in?
We specialize in highway design, structural engineering, bridge inspection, traffic analysis, and construction management for transportation infrastructure projects.
How long has SAI Consulting Engineers been in business?
We've provided engineering services since 1964, with over 50 years of experience in transportation infrastructure projects.
Where are SAI's offices located?
Our headquarters are in Pittsburgh, PA with additional offices in Harrisburg, Philadelphia, and Florida serving regional and national clients.
What makes SAI different from other engineering firms?
As an employee-owned firm, we combine technical expertise with accountability, offering comprehensive transportation solutions from concept through construction.
Does SAI handle both design and construction projects?
Yes, we provide full lifecycle services including design, inspection, and construction management for transportation infrastructure projects.
