Business Details
29 Years
experience
Trusted Environmental & Engineering Services in Tucson, AZ
Since 1997, Westland Resources has evolved from a small team into a dynamic organization of over 170 dedicated professionals. Our foundation is built on collaboration, integrity, and technical excellence, delivering engineering, environmental, and geospatial solutions to clients nationwide. We prioritize client success through interdisciplinary expertise, combining rigorous science with innovative approaches to address complex challenges. Our team includes engineers, scientists, archaeologists, and landscape architects committed to regulatory compliance and sustainable outcomes. With offices across six western states, we maintain a client-focused culture that values professional growth and community impact.Our leadership in environmental permitting, cultural resources, and infrastructure projects reflects decades of experience and technical mastery. We approach every project with a commitment to quality, transparency, and measurable results that protect natural resources while supporting economic development. This philosophy has established WestLand as a trusted partner for government agencies, tribal entities, and private sector clients seeking reliable, forward-thinking solutions.
Services
Environmental Consulting
Engineering Services
GIS Mapping
Cultural Resources
Landscape Architecture
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- Established in 1997 with proven expertise in environmental regulations
- Interdisciplinary teams of 170+ engineers, scientists, and planners
- Client-focused approach combining technical excellence with practical solutions
- Commitment to integrity in regulatory compliance and project delivery
- Regional presence with six office locations across western states
Services
Environmental Consulting
Our environmental consultants provide regulatory compliance, permitting, and remediation solutions for industrial and public sector clients. With expertise in water resources, endangered species, and environmental impact assessments, we help clients achieve compliance while protecting natural ecosystems. Our approach combines field data collection with advanced analytical tools to develop actionable strategies that balance development needs with environmental stewardship.
Engineering Services
We deliver civil and environmental engineering solutions for water/wastewater systems, transportation infrastructure, and land development projects. Our engineers specialize in designing sustainable infrastructure that meets regulatory requirements while optimizing operational efficiency. From conceptual planning through construction management, we provide technical expertise that ensures project success across municipal, tribal, and private sector markets.
Cultural Resources
Our cultural resources team conducts archaeological surveys, historic building assessments, and Native American consultation services. With principal investigators and field archaeologists certified in multiple states, we help clients navigate Section 106 compliance and National Historic Preservation Act requirements. Our services include site documentation, mitigation planning, and development of cultural resource management frameworks for public and private projects.
GIS Mapping
We utilize advanced GIS technology and UAV imaging to create spatial data solutions for environmental planning and infrastructure management. Our geospatial services include terrain modeling, asset mapping, and environmental monitoring applications. By integrating field data with digital platforms, we help clients visualize complex datasets to support informed decision-making for land use planning, resource management, and project development.
Landscape Architecture
Our landscape architects create functional, sustainable designs for public spaces, urban developments, and environmental restoration projects. Services include master planning, stormwater management design, and sustainable site development. We integrate ecological principles with aesthetic considerations to create spaces that enhance community value while meeting regulatory requirements for both private and public sector clients.
People
Jim Tress
President/CEO
As founding partner and CEO, Jim Tress leads WestLand's strategic growth and client relations. With over 25 years in environmental consulting, he specializes in regulatory compliance and multidisciplinary project management across western states.
Mark Taylor
Senior VP
Mark Taylor, founding partner and Senior VP, oversees technical operations and project delivery. His expertise in environmental permitting and tribal relations has established WestLand as a leader in culturally sensitive project execution across multiple states.
Questions
What services does WestLand Resources offer?
WestLand provides engineering, environmental consulting, GIS mapping, cultural resources management, and landscape architecture services for public and private sector clients across the western United States.
When did WestLand Resources join Trinity Consultants?
WestLand Resources joined the Trinity Consultants Water & Ecology team in November 2023 to enhance technical capabilities and expand service offerings through combined expertise.
What geographic areas does WestLand serve?
WestLand operates in Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Utah, and New Mexico with six regional offices providing localized expertise for environmental and infrastructure projects.
What industries does WestLand specialize in?
We specialize in serving government agencies, tribal entities, educational institutions, and industrial clients with expertise in regulatory compliance, infrastructure development, and ecological management.
How many employees does WestLand have?
WestLand Resources employs over 170 professionals including engineers, scientists, archaeologists, and environmental planners across its western US locations.
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