Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering and Environmental Consulting Services in Lynchburg, VA
Hurt & Proffitt has been a trusted provider of multi-discipline professional services since 1973, combining personal service, institutional knowledge, and advanced technology to deliver integrated solutions. Our team of licensed professionals prioritizes safety, integrity, and civic responsibility, serving clients across the Mid-Atlantic region with expertise in civil engineering, environmental consulting, surveying, and geotechnical services. We maintain a consistent staff of highly trained experts and utilize state-of-the-art tools to ensure projects are completed on time and on budget. Our institutional knowledge spans decades, allowing us to scale from simple to complex projects while securing additional resources when needed. We are committed to exceeding client expectations through responsive customer service and a focus on creating lasting relationships with partners and communities.Our work emphasizes sustainable design, low-impact development, and compliance with environmental regulations, including NEPA assessments and hazardous materials management. We hold accreditations through programs like AASHTO and certifications in asbestos/lead consulting, ensuring adherence to rigorous quality standards. Our approach balances development with cultural preservation through services like historic structures reporting and archaeological artifact analysis. We specialize in grant writing, economic development planning, and pipeline inspections, leveraging technology like GIS for asset management and data-driven decision-making. Our mission remains rooted in improving communities through professional excellence and a dedication to civic-minded solutions.
Services
Civil Engineering
Environmental Consulting
Geotechnical Engineering
GIS Services
Cultural Resource Management
Pipeline Inspections
Economic Development
Materials Testing
Land Development
Dam Design
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer multi-discipline professional services with over 50 years of experience.
- Our team utilizes state-of-the-art technology for efficient solutions.
- We maintain a consistent staff of highly trained, competent professionals.
- We provide value through common sense design solutions yielding client savings.
- We deliver projects on time with responsive customer service.
Associations and certifications
- AASHTO Accreditation Program
- Virginia SWAM 009824S
- EPA Accredited Asbestos & Lead Consultants
- AMRL/CCRL Certified Laboratory
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team provides comprehensive planning, design, and project management for infrastructure projects. Services include roadway design, water system planning, and dam safety assessments. We integrate regulatory permitting and construction administration to deliver turn-key solutions for municipal and private clients.
Environmental Consulting
We offer environmental compliance, hazardous materials management, and Phase I/II site assessments. Our experts ensure projects meet Virginia DEQ and EPA standards through services like brownfield remediation and NEPA compliance. We specialize in sustainable design and low-impact development strategies.
Geotechnical Engineering
Our geotechnical services include subsurface investigations, foundation design, and slope stability analysis. Using advanced equipment like track drill rigs, we assess soil and rock properties to prevent construction issues. Laboratory testing ensures accurate material evaluations for infrastructure projects.
Cultural Resource Management
We provide archaeological surveys, historic preservation, and artifact analysis meeting federal standards. Services include Phase I/II/III assessments, HABS/HAER documentation, and cemetery delineation. Our labs offer metals conservation and artifact processing for public and private clients.
Pipeline Inspections
Our team conducts CCTV pipeline inspections using NASSCO standards. Services include smoke testing, inflow/infiltration analysis, and infrastructure mapping. We provide detailed reports for maintenance planning and capital outlay decisions for municipal and private clients.
People
Brian Cossman
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Licensed professional with expertise in civil engineering and project management. Specializes in roadway design and regulatory permitting.
Chris Nixon
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Environmental consultant with accreditations in hazardous materials management and Phase I/II assessments.
Ken Meritt
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Geotechnical engineer overseeing subsurface investigations and laboratory testing for infrastructure projects.
Dwayne Pickett
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Cultural resource manager specializing in archaeological surveys and historic preservation planning.
Corey Rowan
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Pipeline inspection specialist with expertise in CCTV analysis and infrastructure mapping.
Questions
What services does Hurt & Proffitt offer?
We provide civil engineering, environmental consulting, geotechnical services, GIS, cultural resource management, and pipeline inspections.
How long has the company been in business?
Hurt & Proffitt has served clients since 1973, with nearly 50 years of experience in engineering and consulting.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic region, with licensed staff across multiple states.
Are your services compliant with environmental regulations?
Yes, our environmental consulting meets Virginia DEQ and EPA standards, including NEPA assessments and hazardous materials management.
Do you offer grant writing assistance?
Yes, we provide grant writing and economic development services for federal and state programs like CDBG and USDA-RD.
How do you ensure project quality control?
We use AASHTO-accredited laboratory testing, state-of-the-art technology, and licensed professionals for all projects.
