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Your Trusted Engineering Partner in Portland, OR
AKS Engineering & Forestry is a locally owned multidisciplinary consulting firm dedicated to developing infrastructure solutions for clients across the Pacific Northwest. Our team of professionals follows projects from conception through construction, prioritizing quality deliverables that consistently exceed industry standards. With a reputation built on personal responsibility, practical solutions, and exceptional client service, we provide a diverse range of engineering, surveying, and environmental services tailored to meet specific project needs. Our expertise spans civil engineering, forestry management, landscape architecture, and natural resource planning, supported by advanced technologies like GIS and hydrographic surveying. We maintain strong relationships with public agencies, private developers, and municipalities while fostering a collaborative culture that values innovation and technical excellence.Our commitment to community development is reflected in notable projects such as the Geren Island Water Treatment Plant and Hillsboro Hops Stadium. The firm's recent merger with Lancaster Mobley has expanded our capabilities while maintaining our core values of transparency and accountability. We invest in workforce development through internship programs that prepare future professionals for careers in engineering and environmental sciences. Our offices in Portland, Bend, and other regional locations enable us to provide localized expertise with statewide impact. Recognized as a 2025 Top Workplaces award winner, we continue to attract talented professionals who share our dedication to delivering measurable value through engineering excellence.
Services
Civil Engineering
Aerial Surveying
Construction Support
Forestry Management
Landscape Architecture
Land Use Planning
Natural Resources
Water Resources
GIS Mapping
Hydrographic Surveying
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of combined experience through our merger with Lancaster Mobley
- Our team follows projects from concept to construction completion
- We provide quality deliverables exceeding industry standards
- Our multidisciplinary approach combines 12+ service specialties
- We maintain local knowledge with offices across the Pacific Northwest
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team specializes in designing infrastructure solutions for municipal and private sector clients. We handle transportation systems, water treatment facilities, and land development projects from initial planning through construction. Our engineers apply technical expertise to create sustainable, code-compliant infrastructure that meets community needs while maintaining budget constraints.
Aerial Surveying
We utilize advanced drone technology for high-precision aerial surveying and mapping projects. Our services include topographic mapping, construction site monitoring, and asset inspections using LiDAR and photogrammetry. This technology provides cost-effective data collection for large areas while maintaining survey-grade accuracy for engineering applications.
Forestry Management
Our forestry services combine ecological expertise with engineering solutions for sustainable forest management. We provide timber inventory assessments, harvest planning, and habitat conservation strategies. The team develops forest management plans that balance environmental protection with economic viability for public and private landowners.
Land Use Planning
We help clients navigate complex land use regulations and development processes. Our planners assist with site feasibility studies, zoning variances, and permit applications. The service includes creating comprehensive development plans that align with municipal codes while optimizing land use potential for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
Water Resources
Our water resources team addresses stormwater management, floodplain analysis, and watershed planning challenges. We design sustainable water infrastructure systems and provide regulatory compliance support for water-related projects. The service includes hydrologic modeling and hydraulic analysis to ensure resilient water management solutions for urban and rural environments.
Questions
What engineering services do you offer?
We provide civil engineering services including infrastructure design, transportation systems, water treatment facilities, and land development projects across the Pacific Northwest.
Do you work with both public and private sector clients?
Yes, we serve municipalities, public agencies, and private developers with engineering, surveying, and environmental consulting services tailored to each project's needs.
What geographic areas do you cover?
We operate from multiple offices in Oregon and Washington, serving clients throughout the Pacific Northwest including Portland, Bend, Vancouver, and Wenatchee.
How do you handle complex environmental projects?
Our multidisciplinary approach combines engineering expertise with environmental science to develop sustainable solutions for natural resource management and land development challenges.
What makes your firm different from other engineering consultants?
Our unique combination of technical expertise, local knowledge, and commitment to quality deliverables sets us apart as a trusted partner for infrastructure projects.
Do you offer internship opportunities?
Yes, we maintain an active internship program that provides hands-on experience for students pursuing careers in engineering and environmental sciences.
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Stephen Burley
Apr 23, 2021
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Critical: Professionalism They are currently working on the property next door. They seem to make sure that they make it harder to access my property every day. Nothing against the gentleman I believe is the owner. Its his useless crew being the jerks.
