Business Details
40 Years
experience
Expert Civil Engineering Solutions in Colorado
Since our inception in 1986, our highly experienced team has provided comprehensive engineering, planning, construction administration, and building inspection services to cities, counties, special districts, and private developers across Colorado. Our mission centers on delivering responsive support, exceptional customer service, and high-quality solutions tailored to meet each clients unique vision and budget. With decades of collective expertise, we specialize in municipal engineering, water and wastewater systems, roadway design, and flood recovery projects, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.Our team works as an extension of your staff, offering personalized service while maintaining familiarity with rural communities and smaller municipalities. We pride ourselves on fostering long-term relationships, with many clients partnering with us for over 25 years. Our track record includes award-winning projects, such as the Parker multiple-well facility and Alma water treatment plant restoration, demonstrating our commitment to innovative infrastructure solutions. As a DBE, W/MBE, and SBE-certified firm, we ensure equitable partnerships and exceptional value for public and private sector clients.
Services
Civil Engineering
Urban Planning
Construction Management
Flood Recovery
Water Systems
Roadway Design
Drainage Solutions
Grant Assistance
Building Inspection
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of experience in Colorado municipal engineering.
- Our team provides proven solutions for complex infrastructure challenges.
- We maintain long-term partnerships with clients across public and private sectors.
- Our local regulatory expertise streamlines project approvals and compliance.
- We deliver cost-effective, sustainable designs tailored to community needs.
Associations and certifications
- DBE
- W/MBE
- SBE
What people say
High-quality solutions
Responsive team
Proven track record
Innovative project approaches
Long-term partnerships
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services encompass roadway design, drainage systems, and municipal infrastructure projects for public agencies and developers. We deliver site-specific solutions integrating hydrology analysis, regulatory compliance, and lifecycle cost assessments. Our engineers have completed over $200M in infrastructure improvements across Colorado communities.
Flood Recovery
We specialize in flood recovery engineering, including FEMA-compliant reconstruction, channel stabilization, and infrastructure resilience planning. Projects include post-2013 flood repairs in Estes Park and channel improvements along Sulphur Gulch in Parker. Our team coordinates with state and federal agencies to ensure compliant, sustainable solutions.
Water Systems
We design and manage water distribution, wastewater collection, and treatment systems for municipalities. Services include pipeline replacement, lift station design, and water quality compliance. Recent projects include the 15,000 LF Lowell Boulevard water main replacement and design of Parker Water District's raw water transmission lines.
Urban Planning
Our planning expertise includes site development, zoning compliance, and comprehensive plans for growing communities. We collaborate with local governments to create walkable neighborhoods, transportation corridors, and infrastructure financing strategies aligned with community visions.
Construction Management
We provide full-cycle construction administration, from bidding services to final inspections. Our team utilizes proprietary software for cost tracking, schedule management, and quality control on projects ranging from street rehabilitations to regional detention ponds.
People
Ricardo J.F. Gonalves
President
Principal engineer with 30+ years of Colorado infrastructure experience. Specializes in municipal engineering and regulatory compliance for public works projects.
James R. Landry
Chief Operating Officer
Licensed professional engineer overseeing construction management and water systems projects. Expertise in public agency coordination and utility infrastructure.
Gary E. Welp
Senior Project Manager
Senior project manager with expertise in flood control systems and drainage improvements across Colorado's Front Range communities.
Joy McGee
Planning Project Manager
Certified planner managing development reviews and zoning compliance for municipalities and special districts statewide.
Ernest Kern
Chief Building Official
Licensed engineer administering building codes and construction standards for municipal and district clients.
Questions
What services does RG and Associates offer?
We provide civil engineering, urban planning, construction management, flood recovery, water/wastewater systems, and grant assistance for municipalities and developers.
How long has RGA served Colorado communities?
Our firm has delivered engineering solutions since 1986, working with over 50 Colorado municipalities and special districts.
What engineering accreditations does RGA hold?
We maintain DBE, W/MBE, and SBE certifications through state and federal transportation agencies.
How does RGA handle complex regulatory compliance?
Our team navigates state and federal requirements, including FEMA, EPA, and CDOT standards, ensuring full project compliance.
What distinguishes RGA from other engineering firms?
We combine deep local knowledge with 35+ years of experience and a personalized approach to client collaboration.
Can RGA assist with infrastructure grant applications?
Yes, we specialize in preparing grant applications and managing federally funded infrastructure projects for municipalities.
Reviews (1)
Kelsey Fedde
Jan 28, 2020
Report
Our town outsourced to this company, specifically Joy who works here, , for an interim consulting between a filled position with the town for survey, variance, etc. questions. We saw our bill from RG and Associates to our town for was almost $500 for basically phone tag trying to set up a time to meet. We never even met to discuss anything. I recall no engineering advice, in fact no useful advice at all. Not amused.
