Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Colorado Civil Engineering Partner
Baseline Engineering was founded in 1998 with a mission to deliver integrated land development solutions as trusted advisors to our clients. Over 25 years, we've grown into an employee-owned company recognized for combining the agility of a small firm with the expertise of seasoned professionals. Our culture prioritizes responsiveness, budget consciousness, and technical excellence across all project phasesfrom initial planning to final construction oversight. As an Evergreen Company, we remain committed to long-term client relationships and community impact rather than short-term gains.Our team leverages cutting-edge technology while maintaining personal service, ensuring every project meets both functional requirements and sustainability goals. With divisions in civil engineering, land surveying, and environmental services, we serve Colorado's evolving infrastructure needs while maintaining our founding principles of integrity and client focus.
Services
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Environmental Services
Water/Wastewater Engineering
Community Planning
GIS Mapping
Construction Administration
Subdivision Development
Floodplain Analysis
As-Built Surveys
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have 25+ years of Colorado-specific civil engineering experience
- Our employee-owned structure ensures personal accountability and service quality
- We utilize drones, GPS, and CAD for precise surveying and design
- Full-service capabilities from planning to construction administration
- Certified professionals in civil engineering, surveying, and environmental compliance
What people say
Responsive and thorough
Quality and responsive services
Excellent
Prompt and thorough
Go-to civil engineer
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team specializes in transportation systems, utility networks, and site development projects. We handle complete infrastructure lifecycle management from feasibility studies to construction oversight. Our engineers employ sustainable design principles while ensuring compliance with Colorado's evolving regulations. With expertise in roadway improvements, stormwater management, and municipal projects, we deliver cost-effective solutions that enhance community infrastructure and support economic growth.
Land Surveying
We provide comprehensive land surveying services using drones, GPS, and robotic total stations for maximum accuracy. Our surveyors conduct boundary determinations, topographic mapping, and construction staking for residential, commercial, and public works projects. We maintain rigorous quality control standards to ensure precise data collection and regulatory compliance. Our team's expertise includes ALTA surveys, flood elevation certifications, and oil & gas surveying for Colorado's unique terrain.
Environmental Services
Our environmental division addresses complex contamination issues through site assessments and remediation planning. We specialize in groundwater treatment, soil vapor monitoring, and regulatory compliance for industrial and municipal clients. With expertise in both traditional and innovative remediation technologies, we develop tailored solutions for brownfield redevelopment and environmental compliance. Our team holds multiple certifications in hazardous waste management and environmental safety protocols.
Water/Wastewater Engineering
We design and optimize water distribution networks, wastewater treatment facilities, and stormwater management systems. Our engineers address aging infrastructure challenges while incorporating sustainable water conservation practices. We provide hydraulic modeling, pipeline design, and regulatory permitting services for municipal and private sector clients. Our solutions focus on system reliability, energy efficiency, and compliance with environmental protection standards.
Community Planning
Our planners create sustainable master plans and subdivision designs that balance growth with environmental stewardship. We navigate Colorado's complex regulatory landscape to secure entitlements and development approvals. Services include zoning analysis, public engagement, and infrastructure planning for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. We emphasize walkable communities, open space preservation, and transportation connectivity in all our planning projects.
People
John McLain
Managing Principal
With 35 years of civil engineering experience, John founded Baseline in 1998 to create a client-focused engineering firm. He leads our technical operations and strategic direction while maintaining active involvement in major projects. His expertise spans infrastructure design, water resources, and construction administration for public and private sector clients across Colorado.
Steve Baggs
Project Manager
A Colorado native with 25+ years of experience, Steve specializes in municipal infrastructure projects. He has managed multiple phases of the United States Olympic Training Center expansion in Colorado Springs. His technical expertise includes transportation engineering, utility design, and construction management for public sector clients throughout the state.
Vincent Barlock
Environmental Division Manager
With 35 years of environmental consulting experience, Vincent leads our environmental remediation team. He holds multiple certifications in hazardous waste management and has completed over 150 environmental site assessments. His technical expertise includes groundwater remediation, soil vapor monitoring, and compliance with CERCLA regulations for industrial and municipal clients.
Aaron Demo
Survey Division Manager
A licensed Professional Land Surveyor, Aaron manages all survey operations across Colorado. He integrates drone technology and CAD systems to deliver precise mapping solutions for schools, metro districts, and utility infrastructure. With FAA commercial drone certification, he specializes in complex boundary surveys and construction staking projects throughout the state.
Andrew Baker
Senior Planner
An AICP-certified planner, Andrew focuses on sustainable community development and zoning code updates. He has managed planning projects for multiple Colorado municipalities, emphasizing social equity and environmental justice. His expertise includes public engagement strategies, historic preservation, and long-range planning for growing communities across the Front Range.
Questions
What civil engineering services do you offer in Colorado?
We provide complete civil engineering solutions including transportation design, utility systems, land development, stormwater management, and construction administration for residential, commercial, and municipal projects across Colorado.
How do you ensure regulatory compliance for Colorado projects?
Our team maintains current knowledge of Colorado's evolving regulations and works closely with local agencies to secure necessary permits. We incorporate compliance measures into designs and maintain open communication with regulatory bodies throughout each project lifecycle.
What surveying technologies do you use?
We employ drones, GPS systems, robotic total stations, and advanced CAD software to ensure precise data collection and mapping for boundary surveys, construction staking, and topographic analysis across Colorado's diverse terrain.
How do you handle environmental remediation projects?
We conduct Phase I/II environmental assessments, develop corrective action plans, and implement remediation technologies like bioremediation and chemical oxidation. Our certified professionals ensure compliance with state and federal environmental regulations.
What makes your firm different from other engineering companies?
As an employee-owned firm, we combine personalized service with technical expertise. Our multidisciplinary approach, Colorado-specific experience, and commitment to long-term client relationships set us apart in project quality and service delivery.
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