Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Civil Engineering Services in Kansas & Missouri
CFS Engineers has been a leading civil engineering consulting firm since 1961, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the communities we serve. Our expertise spans public infrastructure projects including transportation networks, bridges, detention dams, parks, and utility design. We focus on creating collaborative relationships with clients to develop a unified vision that integrates sustainable design, aesthetic value, and community resources. With multidisciplinary teams, we deliver comprehensive solutions from planning and platting to construction administration.Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through accurate cost estimation, proactive utility coordination, and innovative funding strategies that help clients achieve their goals. Operating across Kansas and Missouri, we prioritize face-to-face stakeholder engagement and leverage technology to ensure projects meet the highest standards of quality and functionality.
Services
Site Development
Transportation Planning
Structural Engineering
Water Resources
Design Build
Project Management
Construction Administration
Special Inspections
Geotechnical Investigation
Construction Materials Testing
Details
- Year established: 1961
Highlights and features
- We offer over 60 years of civil engineering expertise.
- Our multidisciplinary teams ensure comprehensive project solutions.
- We prioritize community collaboration in all infrastructure projects.
- Our cost estimates are 100% accurate based on local market data.
- We implement proactive utility coordination to prevent delays.
Associations and certifications
- AASHTO
- CCRL
What people say
High quality work
Completed on schedule
Professional courteous team
Accurate cost estimates
Commendable job performance
Services
Transportation Planning
Our transportation planning services focus on reducing traffic congestion and enhancing mobility through complete streets, alternative intersections, and transit-oriented designs. We conduct traffic impact studies and develop master plans that integrate pedestrian, cyclist, and public transit needs. By prioritizing safety and environmental sustainability, we deliver solutions that improve community connectivity and infrastructure efficiency.
Geotechnical Investigation
Our geotechnical investigations evaluate subsurface conditions to inform foundation design and pavement solutions. Through soil borings, slope stability analysis, and laboratory testing, we identify risks and develop mitigation strategies. This ensures structural integrity for bridges, buildings, and infrastructure while addressing challenges like drainage and soil compaction in diverse geological settings.
Design Build
CFS Engineers provides end-to-end design-build services for highway and roadway projects, combining planning, design, and construction management. We optimize project timelines through fast-track delivery while ensuring quality in elements like stormwater management, ADA compliance, and smart corridor technology. Our collaborative approach with contractors guarantees adherence to budgets and community needs.
Construction Administration
We provide certified inspectors to ensure construction compliance with design specifications for highways, bridges, and dams. Our team conducts regular site visits, material testing, and documentation to maintain quality standards. With expertise in spillway installation and embankment regrading, we ensure projects meet safety and regulatory requirements throughout execution.
Special Inspections
Our special inspections monitor construction phases to verify conformance with plans, covering structural steel, concrete, and masonry. Field testing includes asphalt compaction and floor flatness. In-house lab analyses support moisture content and strength testing. We document findings in real-time reports and collaborate with teams to resolve issues, ensuring durable, code-compliant infrastructure.
People
David Cronin
City Engineer
With extensive experience in municipal infrastructure projects, David oversees technical aspects of engineering design and construction administration for the City of Lawrence.
Mike Brungardt
City Administrator
As City Administrator of De Soto, Mike collaborates with engineers on project planning and execution, emphasizing responsiveness and technical precision.
Questions
What civil engineering services does CFS Engineers offer?
We provide transportation planning, structural design, water resource management, geotechnical investigations, and construction administration across Kansas and Missouri.
How does CFS Engineers involve communities in projects?
We conduct public meetings, stakeholder outreach, and educational programs to incorporate local perspectives into project designs.
What experience does CFS Engineers have with design-build projects?
We have completed major design-build initiatives like the Grant Avenue Streetscape Project, integrating fast-track delivery and smart corridor technology.
How accurate are CFS Engineers' project cost estimates?
Our estimates leverage local construction market knowledge to ensure precision, reducing contractor bid uncertainty through value engineering.
Does CFS Engineers assist with funding for infrastructure projects?
Yes, we help clients identify public/private partnerships, grants, and state revolving loans to finance improvements.
