Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Civil Engineering Partner in Olathe, KS
Phelps Engineering has been a trusted civil engineering and land surveying firm since 1990, serving clients across Kansas and Missouri. Our team of licensed engineers, surveyors, and landscape architects delivers comprehensive solutions for residential, commercial, and municipal projects. We specialize in balancing construction requirements with environmental stewardship, ensuring sustainable outcomes. With over 45 employees and decades of collective experience, we provide end-to-end project management from conceptual planning to final construction.Our reputation for transforming client visions into successful developments has been built through consistent adherence to quality, innovation, and client collaboration. Headquartered in Olathe, Kansas, we maintain a client-centric approach while upholding the highest professional standards in every project phase.
Services
Site Development
Land Surveying
Landscape Architecture
Stormwater Management
Municipal Engineering
Construction Observation
Urban Planning
Floodplain Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 35 years of specialized civil engineering experience in Kansas and Missouri.
- Our full-service approach covers every project phase from concept to completion.
- We maintain licensed professionals in engineering, surveying, and landscape architecture.
- Our team prioritizes sustainable solutions that balance development with environmental needs.
- We provide dedicated client support through all stages of project implementation.
Services
Site Development
Our site development services include feasibility analysis, grading plans, and infrastructure design for commercial and industrial projects. We optimize land use while meeting regulatory requirements. Clients benefit from our expertise in zoning entitlements and construction documentation.
Land Surveying
We provide comprehensive land surveying including boundary determination, topographic mapping, and construction staking. Our ALTA/ASCM standards surveys ensure accurate property documentation. Clients rely on our precise data for development and legal purposes.
Stormwater Management
Our stormwater services feature floodplain analysis, detention basin design, and BMP implementation. We use HEC-RAS modeling to create effective drainage systems. Clients receive compliant solutions that mitigate flood risks and environmental impact.
Landscape Architecture
We create functional outdoor spaces through master planning, streetscape design, and planting plans. Our approach integrates aesthetics with practical needs. Clients gain visually appealing environments that enhance property value and community appeal.
Municipal Engineering
Our municipal services include roadway design, traffic engineering, and infrastructure improvements. We collaborate with local governments on benefit district projects. Clients receive infrastructure solutions that improve community functionality and safety.
People
Harold Phelps
Principal Engineer
With over 30 years of experience, Harold Phelps leads complex engineering projects, specializing in public infrastructure and land development. He ensures technical excellence across all client engagements.
Tim Tucker
Project Manager
Tim Tucker manages residential and stormwater projects, bringing expertise in subdivision design and drainage solutions. He coordinates teams to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
Michael McGrew
Landscape Architect
Michael McGrew specializes in urban planning and sustainable landscape design. His creative solutions balance aesthetic appeal with environmental responsibility for mixed-use developments.
Judd Claussen
Public Works Director
Judd Claussen oversees municipal projects, applying his expertise in roadway design and traffic engineering to improve community infrastructure and public safety initiatives.
David Jones
Survey Manager
David Jones leads land surveying operations, ensuring precise data collection for boundary determination and construction projects using advanced geospatial technologies.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Kansas and Missouri, with projects across the Midwest region.
What project types do you specialize in?
We handle residential subdivisions, commercial developments, municipal infrastructure, and stormwater management projects.
How do you manage project timelines?
Our phased approach includes detailed scheduling with regular progress monitoring to ensure timely delivery.
What makes your firm different?
We combine engineering expertise with environmental stewardship and single-source accountability for all project phases.
How do you handle regulatory compliance?
Our team navigates zoning requirements, permitting processes, and environmental regulations to ensure full compliance.
Reviews (1)
Brick Owens
Jun 09, 2020
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My favorite survey and civil engineering firm. A go to place for competent development plans A Johnson County wealth of information and current pulse of the municipal machinations.
