C E Group

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28 Years

experience

Your Trusted Civil Engineering Partner in Raleigh, NC

Founded in 1998 by NC State University graduates, C E Group has established itself as a trusted multi-disciplinary firm specializing in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering, and Landscape Architecture. With over 25 years of experience, we deliver comprehensive services from conceptualization and entitlement to construction, serving clients across North Carolina's diverse landscapes. Our team collaborates closely with architects, environmental consultants, and government professionals to ensure seamless project execution. Principals remain directly involved in every project, leveraging advanced technology to enhance precision and efficiency.

We prioritize sustainable solutions that balance client needs with environmental stewardship, excelling in complex site challenges and team-based problem-solving. Our reputation for integrity, technical excellence, and client-focused service has made us a preferred partner for developers, builders, and municipalities throughout the Carolinas. We maintain rigorous standards in all deliverables, from boundary surveys and topographic mapping to master-planned community designs. Our commitment to innovation ensures clients benefit from cost-effective, forward-thinking engineering practices tailored to evolving industry demands.

Services

Civil Engineering Land Surveying Landscape Architecture Entitlement Services Due Diligence Construction Staking Topographic Surveys Wastewater Systems Golf Course Design Sustainable Development

Details

Year established: 1998

Highlights and features

We offer 25+ years of Carolinas-specific engineering experience
Our team integrates advanced technology in surveying and design
Principals maintain direct involvement in every project
Proven expertise with challenging site conditions and permitting
We deliver cost-effective solutions through collaborative teamwork

What people say

Exacting and professional Creative problem solvers Trust them as individuals Quality of work Responsive to challenges

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Services

Civil Engineering

Our civil engineering services cover site development, infrastructure design, and construction management for commercial and residential projects. We specialize in utility systems, stormwater management, and regulatory compliance solutions. With extensive experience in both traditional and design/build formats, we deliver technically sound, cost-effective engineering that meets evolving project requirements.

Land Surveying

We provide comprehensive land surveying including boundary determination, topographic mapping, and construction staking. Our expertise extends to ALTA/NSPS standards, subdivision plats, and laser scanning technology. These precise measurements support accurate project planning and legal documentation while maintaining compliance with North Carolina surveying regulations.

Landscape Architecture

Our landscape architecture practice focuses on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces. Services include site planning, greenway development, and sustainable planting design. We integrate low-impact development principles with recreational amenities to enhance project value while maintaining environmental responsibility across diverse project types.

Entitlement Services

We guide clients through complex entitlement processes including rezoning, comprehensive plan amendments, and regulatory approvals. Our team conducts site suitability analyses and prepares technical documentation for municipal reviews. This proactive approach ensures projects meet jurisdictional requirements while maintaining development timelines and budget constraints.

Construction Staking

Our construction staking services ensure accurate field implementation of design plans. Using advanced GPS and robotic total station technology, we establish precise reference points for grading, utilities, and structures. This critical service maintains dimensional control throughout construction phases, minimizing costly field adjustments and ensuring compliance with approved site plans.

People

Joe Faulkner

Principal, RLA, ASLA

Co-founder with 25+ years of landscape architecture experience, specializing in sustainable site design and regulatory compliance. Licensed in multiple states, he leads multidisciplinary teams to deliver award-winning developments.

Mark Ashness

Principal, PE, ASLA

NC State graduate with extensive civil engineering and landscape architecture expertise. Focuses on complex site development challenges and technical oversight of engineering deliverables across the Carolinas' diverse terrain.

Mitch Craig

Principal, PE

Licensed professional engineer managing infrastructure projects and utility systems. Brings technical precision to wastewater lift stations, water storage facilities, and industrial site development challenges.

David Clark

Principal, PLS

Professional land surveyor overseeing boundary determinations and topographic surveys. Expert in ALTA standards and construction layout for commercial and residential developments across North Carolina.

Jeff Foster

Principal, PE

Civil engineering specialist with deep expertise in municipal infrastructure and stormwater management systems. Leads technical teams in delivering compliant, sustainable solutions for public and private sector clients.

Questions

What engineering services does CE Group offer?

We provide civil engineering for site development, infrastructure design, and construction management including utility systems and stormwater solutions.

Do you handle land surveying projects?

Yes, we offer boundary surveys, topographic mapping, ALTA/NSPS standards surveys, and construction staking using advanced technology.

What geographic areas do you serve?

We operate throughout North Carolina, from the mountains to the coast, with offices in Raleigh and Pittsboro.

How experienced is your team?

Our principals have over 25 years of combined experience delivering engineering and surveying solutions across the Carolinas.

Can you assist with project entitlements?

Yes, we handle rezoning, comprehensive plan amendments, and regulatory approvals for commercial and residential developments.

Reviews (6)

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Lekeisha Johnson

May 11, 2021 Report

The CE Group served as an invaluable partner in helping our organization plan and host a recent large scale event. Their attention to detail, responsiveness to requests and changes, unconditional support, and stellar team leads, production team/staff, and creative team resulted in an event that surpassed expectations. I highly recommend the CE Group as a partner for your next event!

UnitedWaySATX

Dec 11, 2020 Report

We had the pleasure of working with the CE Group on a recent public-facing community engagement campaigns, ToGo4Good and HolidayGifting4Good. Both of these charitable campaigns required heavy coordination and communication, and the team at CE Group not only stepped up to the plate, but led the way. From pre-planning to execution, the CE Group team provided consistent and responsive communication, always available to address issues, concerns and solve for any unforeseen challenges that popped up.

Our lead contact, Krista, was top-notch and attentive -- with a can-do attitude from start to finish. We could not be more pleased with the results of our campaigns and the professionalism and experience the CE Group brought to the table.

Hugo Hernandez

Jan 16, 2020 Report

The staff at the CE Group are amazing! We love working with Janet, Lesley, Krista, Chelsea, and Rebecca just to name a few. Our Walk for Autism continues to grow and it is because of their support and guidance. They are always prepared, consistently remain calm when we are presented with a challenge and work until the job is done. I appreciate that they are reliable and easily accessible. We recently also used them to help us while our Communications Director was out for 3 months. The staff were amazing and helped us grow our social media presence and provided us some great ideas we are now implementing.

Kristine Smith

May 08, 2019 Report

CE Group is more than a vendor. They are a true partner, dedicated to putting on flawless events for our shared clients. It's a pleasure to collaborate with them each and every time.

Steven Moya

May 01, 2019 Report

For over 10 years, I have had the distinct pleasure of working directly with The CE Group on many events in San Antonio, Texas. No matter the size, the CE team is top notch in all aspects of event production. When you work alongside the CE team, you can expect superb attention to detail, excellent communication and a fantastic team who truly makes you feel like family! They are committed to producing the best events for their clients, their longevity speaks volumes as they continue to serve our San Antonio community and beyond. Keep up the amazing work, CE Group.

Stephanie Chavira

Feb 11, 2019 Report

The team at The CE Group is fantastic! I have worked with them for a few years now on multiple projects. They have always addressed logistic and budget concerns with professionalism and made it work no matter what. They are reliable, fun, friendly and quickly become like family!