Business Details
43 Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering & Planning Services in Jacksonville
Established in 1983, our firm has built a reputation for excellence in civil engineering, highway engineering, and landscape architecture. We serve both public and private sector clients across the Southeastern United States, delivering integrated solutions for transportation and land development projects. Our team of seasoned professionals collaborates closely with architects, contractors, and government agencies to ensure every project meets regulatory standards while aligning with client visions.With over 40 years of experience, we specialize in transforming complex challenges into functional, sustainable spaces that benefit communities. Our leadership team brings a century of combined expertise, ensuring precision in planning, design, and execution. Offices in Jacksonville and Orlando allow us to provide localized service with regional impact, maintaining a commitment to quality control and client satisfaction throughout every project phase.
Services
Civil Engineering
Transportation Planning
Landscape Architecture
Utility Design
Site Planning
Municipal Projects
Government Contracts
Stormwater Management
Roadway Design
Land Development
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in civil and transportation engineering across the Southeastern U.S.
- Our integrated approach combines planning, engineering, and landscape architecture under one team.
- Licensed professionals in Florida, Georgia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands ensure regulatory expertise.
- We maintain direct client collaboration from project inception to final permitting.
- Our leadership team brings a century of combined engineering and municipal project experience.
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team specializes in site development, utility systems, and municipal infrastructure projects. We provide comprehensive solutions for drainage, roadway design, and regulatory compliance, serving both public agencies and private developers. With decades of regional experience, we ensure technical precision while meeting client-specific needs.
Transportation Planning
We deliver transportation engineering services including highway design, traffic analysis, and intersection improvements. Our experts collaborate with state DOTs and local governments to create safe, efficient transportation networks. Services span from conceptual studies through final construction documentation for urban and rural environments.
Landscape Architecture
Our landscape architects create functional outdoor spaces that enhance community livability. Services include site master planning, green infrastructure, and aesthetic enhancements for residential, commercial, and institutional projects. We integrate sustainable practices while maintaining compliance with local zoning and environmental regulations.
Land Development
We support land development projects from initial planning through permitting and construction. Our services include subdivision design, zoning compliance, and infrastructure coordination. We work closely with developers and municipalities to transform raw land into viable residential, commercial, and mixed-use communities across the Southeast.
Municipal Projects
We specialize in municipal engineering for cities and counties, handling stormwater systems, public facilities, and infrastructure upgrades. Our team has extensive experience with federal and state agency requirements, ensuring projects meet funding criteria while addressing local community needs through sustainable, code-compliant solutions.
People
Robert D. Connelly
Founder
Co-founder with extensive civil engineering expertise, Robert established the firm's foundation in 1983. His leadership shaped our commitment to technical excellence and client-focused solutions for land development and transportation projects.
Marvin L. Wicker
Founder
Co-founder brought specialized utility design experience, establishing our early reputation for municipal infrastructure projects. His technical acumen helped define our engineering standards and client service approach during the firm's formative years.
Richard Welch
Senior Vice President
Licensed engineer in three jurisdictions with 35+ years of experience. As President, he oversees major projects and quality assurance, combining transportation expertise with comprehensive site engineering knowledge to deliver complex municipal and private developments.
Andrew Cummings
Vice President
Roadway design specialist with 30+ years of experience. Leads transportation projects for public agencies, applying advanced stormwater management techniques. Holds leadership roles in professional organizations while managing Florida Department of Transportation contracts.
William Hartland
Vice President
Highway engineering expert with 30 years of regional experience. Manages state and local government transportation projects, focusing on design-build solutions and infrastructure improvements that balance technical requirements with community impact considerations.
Questions
What engineering services do you offer?
We provide civil engineering, transportation planning, landscape architecture, utility design, and site planning services for public infrastructure and private development projects across the Southeast.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
Our primary service area includes Florida, Georgia, and the Southeastern United States, with project experience spanning municipal, state, and federal transportation and development initiatives.
How long has your firm been in business?
We've delivered engineering solutions since 1983, combining four decades of regional experience with continuous leadership development to maintain industry expertise.
What project types do you specialize in?
Our expertise covers transportation infrastructure, land development, municipal projects, stormwater management systems, and government-contracted engineering services for both public and private sector clients.
How do you ensure project quality?
We implement rigorous quality control through experienced team leaders who oversee technical accuracy, regulatory compliance, and client communication throughout every project phase.
