Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Civil Engineering Solutions
Since 1979, Merrill Engineers & Land Surveyors has established itself as a leading full-service civil engineering and land surveying firm across Massachusetts' South Shore. Our team combines decades of collective experience with advanced technology to deliver tailored solutions for commercial, residential, industrial, and municipal projects. We specialize in land use planning, site design, environmental permitting, and construction phase services, guiding clients through every project stage with precision and innovation. Our engineers and surveyors hold professional certifications and maintain deep familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations, ensuring compliance while maximizing development potential.With offices in Hanover, Plymouth, and Falmouth, we provide personalized service backed by a proven track record of transforming complex challenges into successful, permitted projects. Our commitment to community engagement and technical excellence has earned long-term partnerships with clients ranging from individual property owners to major utility providers.
Services
Land Use Planning
Site Assessments
Civil Site Design
Land Surveying
Environmental Permitting
Construction Phase Services
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of continuous service to Massachusetts clients
- Our in-house land surveying division handles projects from small home additions to 100-acre subdivisions
- Team includes licensed Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors with specialized certifications
- We utilize advanced surveying systems and design software for precision and efficiency
- Our community involvement demonstrates commitment to local stakeholders
What people say
Responsive and precise
Difficult process seamless
Reasonable cost
Extremely talented people
Proven track record
Services
Land Use Planning
Our land use planning services help clients understand development options through data collection, regulatory review, and feasibility analysis. We conduct topographic surveys, wetland delineations, and soils assessments to inform strategic decision-making. Our team prepares conceptual designs and presentation materials to streamline permitting processes for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
Land Surveying
Merrill Engineers & Land Surveyors's in-house surveying division provides certified plot plans, ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, and construction layout services. We utilize advanced equipment for boundary determination, topographic mapping, and bathymetric surveys. Our licensed surveyors deliver precise measurements for property transactions, subdivision approvals, and infrastructure development projects.
Environmental Permitting
We navigate complex environmental regulations for wetlands, waterways, and stormwater management. Our services include Chapter 91 filings, Army Corps of Engineers permits, and Massachusetts DEP compliance documentation. We specialize in balancing development needs with environmental protection requirements for coastal and inland projects.
Civil Site Design
Our civil engineers create site plans that optimize land use while meeting zoning requirements. We handle subdivision design, stormwater management systems, and infrastructure planning for commercial, residential, and municipal clients. Our designs incorporate grading, drainage, and utility coordination to ensure constructability and regulatory approval.
Construction Phase Services
We provide construction management, quality control testing, and as-built documentation throughout project execution. Our team offers field layout support, foundation certifications, and lender review services. We ensure projects maintain compliance with approved plans while addressing field adjustments during construction.
People
Joshua M. Bows
President
Licensed Professional Engineer with 20+ years of experience managing residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Leads Merrill Engineers & Land Surveyors's strategic growth while maintaining hands-on involvement in project execution and client service.
Deborah W. Keller
Director of Engineering
22+ years of civil engineering experience specializing in site design, stormwater management, and permitting. Oversees engineering operations and technical quality control for Merrill Engineers & Land Surveyors's design projects across Massachusetts.
Bradley K. Lemont
Director of Land Survey, Hanover
Licensed Professional Land Surveyor with expertise in property line determination, ALTA surveys, and construction layout. Manages survey operations while maintaining active field and office technical involvement.
Tom Tremblay
Design Engineer
Civil engineer specializing in stormwater analysis and residential/commercial site design. Applies technical expertise to create practical solutions that meet regulatory requirements and client objectives.
Michael C. Morris
Survey Manager
35+ years of land surveying experience managing complex mapping projects. Ensures precision in residential, commercial, and municipal survey deliverables while mentoring junior surveying staff.
Questions
What geographic areas does Merrill serve?
Merrill primarily serves Massachusetts, with offices in Hanover, Plymouth, and Falmouth. Our capabilities extend across the South Shore, Cape Cod, and southeastern Massachusetts.
What types of projects does Merrill handle?
We work on residential, commercial, industrial, municipal, and utility projects requiring civil engineering, land surveying, environmental permitting, and construction phase services.
How does Merrill handle complex permitting processes?
Our team has decades of experience navigating local, state, and federal regulations. We prepare comprehensive applications, represent clients at public hearings, and maintain ongoing communication with regulatory agencies.
What surveying services does Merrill offer?
We provide boundary surveys, ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, topographic mapping, construction layout, and bathymetric surveys using advanced equipment and techniques.
Can Merrill assist with environmental compliance?
Yes, we specialize in wetland delineations, Chapter 91 waterways permitting, Army Corps of Engineers filings, and stormwater management compliance for both land and marine projects.
How does Merrill support construction projects?
We offer construction management, quality control testing, as-built documentation, and lender review services to ensure projects maintain compliance and meet design specifications.
