Business Details
43 Years
experience
Trusted Engineering and Planning Solutions in Cary, NC
Withers & Ravenel is an employee-owned multidisciplinary firm specializing in engineering, planning, surveying, and environmental consulting services. Founded in 1983, we have over 42 years of experience delivering innovative solutions for public and private sector clients across North Carolina, Georgia, and South Carolina. Our team of 470+ employee-owners combines technical expertise with a commitment to community-driven outcomes, offering services in construction administration, environmental remediation, GIS, infrastructure asset management, stormwater management, and utility planning.We prioritize integrity, collaboration, and sustainability, ensuring projects align with client goals while enhancing community well-being. Our proven track record includes securing $1 billion in public funding and maintaining an 86 Net Promoter Score, reflecting client trust in our ability to transform visions into reality through exceptional service and technical excellence.
Services
Construction Administration
Environmental Services
GIS Mapping
Stormwater Management
Infrastructure Asset Management
Land Development
Utility Planning
Funding Assistance
Disaster Recovery
Urban Design
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- 42 years of experience in engineering and planning services
- Employee-owned structure ensures client-focused commitment and accountability
- Comprehensive services spanning 10+ technical disciplines
- Proven success securing $1 billion in public funding for clients
- Integrated approach combining technical expertise with community engagement
What people say
Exceptional expertise
Proactive problem-solving
Successful funding
Community-focused
Project execution
Services
Construction Administration
Our construction administration team ensures seamless execution of engineering plans through quality control, regulatory compliance, and field coordination. We provide real-time problem-solving for scheduling conflicts, material shortages, and utility issues, maintaining project timelines and budgets while upholding technical standards. Our expertise spans public infrastructure and private development projects across North Carolina.
Environmental Services
We deliver comprehensive environmental permitting, remediation, and mitigation solutions for coastal and inland projects. Our services include wetland delineation, endangered species assessments, and NEPA documentation, ensuring regulatory compliance while protecting natural resources. Our team's expertise in brownfield redevelopment transforms contaminated sites into productive community assets.
GIS Mapping
Our GIS specialists create integrated mapping systems for infrastructure management, land use planning, and emergency response. We implement enterprise GIS solutions, perform data collection through remote sensing, and develop interactive platforms for public access to spatial data, enhancing decision-making for municipal clients and developers.
Stormwater Management
We design comprehensive stormwater solutions addressing floodplain management, watershed planning, and utility systems. Our services include green infrastructure implementation, MS4 permit compliance, and hydraulic modeling to mitigate urban flooding while improving water quality through innovative detention and treatment systems.
Infrastructure Asset Management
We develop data-driven strategies for maintaining and upgrading public infrastructure through lifecycle modeling and condition assessments. Our services cover pavement management, utility systems, and building portfolios, providing cost-effective maintenance schedules and funding strategies to optimize municipal capital investments.
People
Joe Turner
Director of Construction Administration
Withers & Ravenel's Construction Administration Director brings 20+ years of experience managing engineering projects across North Carolina. He specializes in quality control and regulatory compliance for public infrastructure developments.
Ty Colwell
Senior Director of Business Development
As Senior Director of Business Development, Ty Colwell leads environmental service expansion efforts with a focus on coastal permitting and remediation projects across the southeastern United States.
Brandon Inscore
Funding and Asset Management Lead
Brandon Inscore directs funding and asset management services, helping municipalities secure grants and develop infrastructure maintenance strategies through data-driven lifecycle modeling and financial planning.
Dori Sabeh
Stormwater Practice Lead
Dori Sabeh leads the stormwater engineering team, specializing in coastal resilience projects and MS4 permit compliance programs for municipalities facing climate adaptation challenges.
Glynn Fleming
Utilities Practice Lead
As Utilities Practice Lead, Glynn Fleming oversees water and wastewater system planning, directing teams in treatment plant design and distribution network upgrades for growing communities.
Questions
What geographic areas does WithersRavenel serve?
We operate across North Carolina, Georgia, and South Carolina, with regional offices in major metropolitan areas including Raleigh, Charlotte, and Savannah.
What engineering services does WithersRavenel offer?
Our services include construction administration, environmental engineering, GIS mapping, stormwater management, infrastructure asset management, and utility planning.
How does WithersRavenel handle regulatory compliance?
We maintain expertise in federal, state, and local regulations, providing permitting assistance, environmental documentation, and compliance monitoring for all project phases.
Can WithersRavenel help with funding applications?
Yes, our funding specialists have secured $1 billion in grants and loans for infrastructure projects through federal and state programs.
Is WithersRavenel an employee-owned company?
Yes, we transitioned to 100% employee ownership in 2014, aligning our team's commitment with client success through our ESOP structure.
What industries does WithersRavenel work with?
We serve public sector clients including municipalities, as well as private developers in residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
