Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Civil Engineering & Land Surveying Experts in Santa Cruz
Founded in 1908, Bowman & Williams Civil Engineers & Land Surveyors has built a legacy of excellence in civil engineering and land surveying services. Our firm combines over a century of experience with a team of licensed professionals dedicated to delivering precise, client-focused solutions. We specialize in residential, commercial, and public works projects, leveraging historical data and modern technology to address complex challenges. Our expertise in grading, drainage, boundary surveys, and construction management ensures successful outcomes for homeowners, developers, and educational institutions.With deep roots in Santa Cruz County, we maintain close partnerships with local agencies to navigate regulatory requirements efficiently. Our commitment to quality, professionalism, and community-driven results has made us a trusted leader in the region's engineering landscape.
Services
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Topographic Surveys
Boundary Surveys
Construction Staking
Drainage Plans
Erosion Control
Subdivision Maps
Public Works Projects
School Facility Development
Details
- Year established: 1908
Highlights and features
- We offer over 115 years of continuous service in Santa Cruz County.
- Our team includes licensed civil engineers and land surveyors with local expertise.
- We provide comprehensive services from feasibility studies to construction management.
- We maintain historical records dating to the early 1900s for accurate surveys.
- Our firm specializes in navigating local, state, and federal permitting processes.
Services
Civil Engineering
We deliver comprehensive civil engineering solutions for residential and commercial developments. Our services include grading plans, drainage systems, utility coordination, and erosion control. With expertise in public infrastructure projects, we ensure compliance with local regulations and environmental standards.
Land Surveying
Our land surveying services establish precise property boundaries using historical records and modern technology. We provide topographic maps, subdivision plats, and construction staking for accurate development planning in Santa Cruz County's diverse terrain.
Construction Management
We manage construction projects from planning to completion, handling site coordination, material reviews, and documentation. Our team ensures adherence to design specifications while maintaining communication between stakeholders for successful project delivery.
People
Ben Rylander
Principal Civil Engineer, President
Licensed Professional Engineer with expertise in civil design and project management. Leads firm operations while maintaining active involvement in complex engineering projects across Santa Cruz County.
Joel F. Ricca
Principal Civil Engineer, Vice President
Experienced civil engineer specializing in public works and infrastructure development. Oversees technical operations and ensures adherence to engineering standards in all firm projects.
Bryan Happee
Director of Land Surveying
Professional Land Surveyor managing survey operations with emphasis on historical record integration and boundary re-establishment in challenging coastal and mountainous terrains.
Questions
What civil engineering services do you offer?
We provide grading plans, drainage systems, utility coordination, erosion control, and public infrastructure design for residential, commercial, and institutional clients.
How does your land surveying expertise benefit Santa Cruz County projects?
Our historical records dating to 1900s combined with modern technology ensure accurate boundary establishment in Santa Cruz County's challenging terrain.
Do you work with educational institutions?
Yes, we've completed projects for UCSC, Cabrillo College, and multiple school districts, specializing in campus infrastructure and facility development.
What construction management services do you provide?
We offer site management, material reviews, documentation coordination, and stakeholder communication to ensure projects meet design specifications and regulatory requirements.
Reviews (1)
Cary Goff
Nov 16, 2021
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Great group of Engineers! They work well with clients and contractors to achieve the goals needed to complete their main objectives.
