Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Civil Engineering Services in Cleburne, TX
Since 1963, Childress Engineers has delivered high-value civil engineering solutions rooted in technical expertise and client collaboration. Our firm minimizes project costs through meticulous planning, construction knowledge, and strong partnerships with local contractors. With over six decades of experience, we specialize in water systems, wastewater management, infrastructure development, and transportation projects. Our leadership team remains directly involved in every phase, ensuring personalized service and accountability.Backed by licensed Professional Engineers, we maintain a reputation for solving complex challenges while adhering to strict regulatory standards. Our commitment extends beyond technical excellencewe prioritize transparent communication and long-term client relationships. Whether designing municipal utilities or aviation facilities, our approach balances innovation with practical execution. From our headquarters in Cleburne, Texas, we continue to serve North Central Texas with the same dedication established by our founders.
Services
Water Systems
Wastewater Design
Street & Drainage
Development Projects
Sports Facilities
Railway Design
Airport Engineering
CAD & Mapping
Regulatory Compliance
Cost Estimating
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience in civil engineering projects.
- Our principals are directly involved in every project phase.
- Detailed planning minimizes construction delays and change orders.
- Proven expertise in municipal and rural infrastructure design.
- Licensed Professional Engineers with localized construction knowledge.
Services
Water Systems Design
We design municipal and rural water distribution systems with expertise in pipeline routing, pump station placement, and storage solutions. Our services include regulatory compliance evaluations, system modeling, and corrosion protection assessments. Clients benefit from cost-effective designs that ensure reliable water supply for growing communities.
Wastewater Systems
Specializing in sanitary sewer collection networks, we offer lift station design, pipeline routing, and system rehabilitation services. Our engineers create master plans that address population growth while maintaining environmental standards. Projects include route optimization and material selection for long-term infrastructure resilience.
Street & Drainage Design
We deliver comprehensive roadway solutions including grading plans, storm drain systems, and detention pond design. Our approach integrates watershed analysis with pavement engineering to create safe, durable infrastructure. Projects address both urban stormwater management and rural drainage challenges.
Development Projects
Our team designs residential and commercial developments featuring utility networks, grading plans, and erosion control measures. We specialize in multifamily complexes and industrial parks with customized drainage solutions. Services include permit acquisition and construction cost estimation.
Sports Facilities Design
We design complete sports complexes including football fields, baseball diamonds, and multi-use courts. Our layouts incorporate drainage systems that maintain playability in varying weather conditions. Projects integrate seamlessly with surrounding infrastructure while meeting safety standards.
People
Benjamin S. Shanklin
President
President with 40+ years of civil engineering experience specializing in infrastructure development including water systems, airports, and sports facilities. Graduated from Texas A&M and University of Texas with dual engineering degrees.
Robert T. Childress III
Vice President
Vice President focused on water distribution and roadway design with expertise in municipal infrastructure. 30+ years of experience managing complex sewer and stormwater projects across North Central Texas.
Tom D. Traut
Project Manager
Project Manager with 35+ years designing public and private infrastructure including commercial sites and aviation facilities. Specializes in grading solutions for challenging terrain and compliance with federal transportation standards.
Joshua J. Brockett
Project Engineer
Project Engineer with military service background who specializes in municipal utility networks and rural infrastructure. Expertise in stormwater management systems and construction phase support for large-scale developments.
Victoria Childress Gutierrez
Project Engineer
Project Engineer focusing on water distribution systems and commercial site development since 2020. Recent graduate from Texas A&M with specialization in municipal infrastructure projects across North Central Texas.
Questions
What civil engineering services do you specialize in?
We specialize in water systems, wastewater networks, roadway design, sports facilities, and land development projects across North Central Texas.
How do you control project costs?
Through detailed initial planning, material selection optimization, and minimizing construction change orders with precise design documentation.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve North Central Texas, including Cleburne, Justin, Corsicana, and surrounding communities.
Who leads your projects?
Our licensed Professional Engineers and senior principals directly oversee all project phases from design to completion.
Can you handle complex municipal projects?
Yes, with 60+ years of experience managing multi-phase infrastructure projects including schools, water plants, and transportation corridors.
Do you offer construction phase services?
We provide full construction administration including permitting coordination and field issue resolution throughout project execution.
