Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner for Infrastructure Solutions
Founded in 1990, our firm has evolved from a civil engineering practice into a multi-disciplinary organization recognized for exceptional client service. Our commitment to quality forms the foundation of enduring relationships with public agencies, private-sector clients, and leading architects across the Pacific Northwest. With offices in Portland, Salem, Eugene, Bend, and Vancouver, we tailor expert teams to deliver creative solutions for transportation infrastructure, land development, and public works projects. Our engineers, planners, and surveyors combine technical excellence with regulatory expertise to navigate complex permitting processes and ensure timely project delivery.We pioneered sustainable design practices, including North America's first LEED Platinum Neighborhood District under LEED Version 4. Our professionals maintain deep familiarity with regional design standards and agency review protocols, enabling efficient approvals for both public and private clients. Through integrated services spanning structural engineering, landscape architecture, and natural resource management, we transform development visions into constructable realities. Our reputation for on-time, on-budget delivery stems from three decades of successful project execution across Oregon and Southwest Washington.
Services
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Land Surveying
Urban Planning
Landscape Architecture
Environmental Permitting
Transportation Infrastructure
Public Works Design
Sustainable Development
Construction Management
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of engineering experience across Oregon and Washington
- Integrated multi-disciplinary approach to project delivery
- Pioneers in sustainable design with LEED-certified projects
- Established relationships with regional regulatory agencies
- Specialized expertise in complex public infrastructure projects
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineers specialize in transportation systems, utility networks, and public infrastructure projects. We deliver comprehensive solutions for roadway design, stormwater management, and land development that meet regulatory requirements while optimizing functionality. With expertise in both public works and private development, our team ensures projects comply with local standards while maintaining budget and schedule efficiency.
Land Surveying
Combining traditional methods with modern technology, our survey teams utilize laser scanning and drone technology for precise data collection. We provide boundary surveys, topographic mapping, and ALTA/NSPS standards compliance for both public infrastructure and private development projects. Our field crews maintain extensive experience with municipal right-of-way documentation and construction staking requirements.
Urban Planning
Our planners navigate complex zoning regulations and permitting processes for public and private clients. We prepare comprehensive land use applications that balance development goals with regulatory compliance, leveraging our dual experience representing both municipalities and developers. This unique perspective enables efficient entitlement acquisition and streamlined project approvals across multiple jurisdictions.
Structural Engineering
Structural engineers collaborate with architects to realize design visions while ensuring long-term durability. Our expertise spans both architectural structures and transportation infrastructure, with involvement from initial concept through construction completion. We specialize in creating solutions that maintain aesthetic intent while meeting rigorous safety and performance standards for diverse project types.
Environmental Permitting
Natural resource scientists facilitate permitting through current regulatory knowledge and agency relationships. We prepare documentation for local, state, and federal approvals while implementing mitigation strategies that enhance environmental value. Our team works directly with clients or as part of multi-disciplinary project teams to ensure compliance with environmental protection requirements during development processes.
People
Dan Houf
President / Principal Civil Engineer
President and Principal Civil Engineer with over 30 years of experience leading infrastructure projects in Oregon and Washington, specializing in public works and sustainable design. Active member of professional engineering associations and industry advisory groups.
Ron Peterson
Principal Civil Engineer
Principal Civil Engineer with LEED AP certification, focusing on transportation infrastructure and utility systems. Over 25 years of experience managing complex municipal projects and mentoring engineering staff across multiple office locations.
Ben Austin
Vice President Civil Engineer
Vice President and Principal Engineer specializing in land development projects across Oregon. Licensed professional engineer with extensive experience in both urban and rural infrastructure planning, coordinating between public agencies and private developers.
Bruce Haunreiter
Principal Civil Engineer
Principal Civil Engineer with expertise in Washington state infrastructure projects. Provides technical leadership for transportation systems and municipal improvements while maintaining active involvement in professional engineering societies.
Jason Dhanens
Structural Engineering Manager
Structural Engineering Manager with specialized expertise in transportation infrastructure and building systems. Licensed professional and structural engineer who oversees complex structural projects from concept through construction documentation and field support.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Oregon with offices in Portland, Salem, Eugene, and Bend, plus Vancouver, Washington. Our project experience extends across the Pacific Northwest region.
What engineering disciplines do you offer?
Our services include civil, structural, transportation, and environmental engineering, plus land surveying, urban planning, landscape architecture, and natural resource management.
How do you handle complex permitting processes?
Our planners and environmental scientists have extensive experience navigating regulatory requirements, maintaining current knowledge of code changes and agency review protocols for efficient approvals.
Can you assist with sustainable design projects?
Yes, we pioneered sustainable development practices including North America's first LEED Platinum Neighborhood District under LEED Version 4 standards for environmentally responsible development.
What project delivery methods do you support?
We work with design-bid-build, design-build, and public-private partnership models, adapting our approach to meet each client's specific project requirements and procurement preferences.
How do you ensure project quality control?
Our quality assurance program includes multi-tiered technical reviews, experienced project managers, and continuous staff training to maintain high technical standards across all disciplines.
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