Business Details
33 Years
experience
Expert Engineering Services in Laurel, MD
Founded in 1993 by Sunny Kim, Kim Engineering, Inc. (KEI) is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm dedicated to delivering comprehensive solutions for public and private sector projects. Our expertise spans geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, surveying, construction materials testing, and landscape architecture, enabling us to support clients from project inception to completion. With 70 employees and five drill rigs, we maintain an AASHTO R18 accredited laboratory and hold certifications as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE). Our commitment to technical excellence and personalized service has sustained relationships with over 100 clients for 32 years. Headquartered in Laurel, Maryland, we serve Maryland, Virginia, Washington D.C., and beyond, prioritizing client needs through innovative engineering solutions.Our team includes licensed professionals with decades of experience in geotechnical studies, stormwater management, and construction oversight. KEIs accreditations, including MDOT MBE and ACI certifications, underscore our adherence to industry standards. We specialize in high-rise foundations, site investigations, and infrastructure projects, combining regulatory expertise with cutting-edge methodologies. Our mission is to enhance community quality of life through engineering excellence, ensuring every project meets rigorous technical and sustainability criteria. This legacy of reliability and innovation positions us as a trusted partner in the engineering and construction industry.
Services
Geotechnical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Surveying
QA/QC Materials Testing
Drilling Services
Subsurface Utility Engineering
Construction Inspections
Stormwater Management
Land Planning
Foundation Design
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have 32 years of experience in the A/E and construction industry.
- We maintain an AASHTO R18 accredited geotechnical and materials testing laboratory.
- Our team includes licensed professionals with decades of regulatory expertise.
- We offer comprehensive services from geotechnical studies to construction oversight.
- We are certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE).
Associations and certifications
- AASHTO R18
- ACI
- MARTCP
- MDOT MBE
- City of Baltimore MWBOO
- Howard County EBO
- Prince Georges County CBSB
- WSSC SLBE
- MWAA LDBE
- VA DBE
- VA SWAM
- VA SBSD
- DBE DDOT DBE
Services
Geotechnical Engineering
Kim Engineering provides geotechnical investigations including soil testing, foundation design, and site assessments. Our services support high-rise buildings, infrastructure, and environmental projects with accurate data for safe, durable construction solutions.
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team specializes in stormwater management, grading, and utility design. We deliver regulatory-compliant solutions for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, ensuring efficient project execution from planning to approval.
Surveying
We offer topographic surveys, boundary mapping, and construction stakeout services. Our surveying division ensures precise data collection for infrastructure, transportation, and land development projects across Maryland and surrounding regions.
QA/QC Materials Testing
Kim Engineerings AASHTO R18 accredited lab performs construction materials testing and inspections. Our quality assurance services ensure compliance with industry standards for concrete, asphalt, and soil samples in public and private projects.
Drilling Services
We operate five drill rigs for geotechnical investigations, including hollow stem auger and rock core drilling. Our equipment handles challenging terrains, providing critical subsurface data for infrastructure and environmental assessments.
People
Sunny Kim
President
Sunny Kim, a registered P.E. with 40+ years of experience, oversees engineering services for over 1,000 projects, including high-rise foundations and stormwater systems. He holds a Master of Engineering from Virginia Tech.
Fara Jawara
V.P. of Construction Services
Fara Jawara, a certified engineering technologist, manages construction projects with expertise in environmental drilling and OSHA-compliant safety protocols. He has led major projects like the New American Red Cross HQ renovation.
Richard Kimes
V.P. of Drilling Services
Richard Kimes directs geotechnical drilling operations with 35+ years of experience in environmental and infrastructure projects, including work at DOD facilities and Superfund sites across the eastern U.S.
Nathan Small
V.P. of Surveying
Nathan Small leads surveying operations with expertise in topographic mapping and construction stakeout, ensuring precision for public infrastructure and land development projects in Maryland and D.C.
Joshua Kim
Assistant Vice President
Joshua Kim specializes in civil engineering with a focus on stormwater management and site development, supporting residential and commercial projects through regulatory approvals and technical design.
Questions
What services does Kim Engineering offer?
We provide geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, surveying, materials testing, drilling, and construction oversight for public and private sector projects.
Is Kim Engineering certified as a minority-owned business?
Yes, we are certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and hold additional accreditations like MDOT MBE and VA DBE.
What areas do you serve?
We operate in Maryland, Virginia, Washington D.C., and other states, with offices in Laurel and Baltimore, MD.
Do you have in-house materials testing capabilities?
Yes, we maintain an AASHTO R18 accredited laboratory in Beltsville, MD, for geotechnical and construction materials testing.
Can you handle complex environmental drilling projects?
Our team has 35+ years of experience in environmental drilling, including work at Superfund sites and DOD facilities with specialized equipment.
