Business Details
46 Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering Solutions in Lakewood, Colorado
Muller Engineering CO - Robert G Carlson Pe Company has been dedicated to civil engineering excellence since 1980, specializing in transportation, stormwater management, and infrastructure projects. Our employee-owned firm prioritizes innovative, context-sensitive solutions that balance community needs with environmental stewardship. With decades of experience in public-sector projects, we emphasize stakeholder collaboration, technical expertise, and sustainable design. Our team of licensed engineers and technical professionals delivers comprehensive services from planning through construction, focusing on safety, resilience, and cost-effectiveness. We maintain long-term partnerships with public agencies by adhering to rigorous engineering standards and ethical practices.Our history of award-winning projects demonstrates our commitment to advancing Colorado's infrastructure while fostering employee growth and community engagement. Through continuous innovation and a Project First philosophy, we address complex challenges in transportation, water systems, and recreational spaces. Our culture of mentorship ensures knowledge transfer across generations of engineers, maintaining high technical standards. By integrating advanced technologies like hydraulic modeling and GIS, we provide data-driven solutions tailored to each project's unique requirements. This approach has earned us recognition as a trusted advisor in civil engineering for over four decades.
Services
Stormwater Management
Bridge Design
Transportation Planning
River Recreation
Environmental Services
Water Utilities
Traffic Engineering
Structural Design
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We are employee-owned with 40+ years of Colorado-specific engineering experience
- Our Project First philosophy ensures dedicated shareholder-level leadership on every project
- We integrate advanced hydraulic modeling for flood-resistant river recreation designs
- Our multidisciplinary teams handle complex projects from initial planning to construction
- We maintain an unmatched safety record in whitewater feature engineering
What people say
Exceeded expectations
Creative solutions
Reliable partners
High-quality designs
Expertise in floodplain management
Services
Stormwater & Floodplain Management
Our team specializes in river restoration, flood control, and stormwater detention systems. We provide comprehensive floodplain analysis, erosion control, and MS-4 permitting services. Using advanced modeling techniques, we design resilient infrastructure that minimizes environmental impacts while protecting communities from water-related hazards. Our expertise includes bridge scour mitigation and urban runoff management.
River Recreation Design
We create innovative river recreation spaces that combine safety with community engagement. Our designs incorporate adjustable waves, ADA-accessible trails, and swift water rescue training elements. Through hydraulic modeling and sustainable water management practices, we develop flood-resistant courses that enhance local economies while preserving natural ecosystems.
Transportation Planning & Design
Our services cover complete streets, multimodal facilities, and highway reconstruction projects. We specialize in urban/rural roadway design, interchange improvements, and trail systems. The team handles corridor planning, traffic operations modeling, and CDOT 1601 approval processes to create safe, efficient transportation networks that meet evolving community needs.
Structural & Bridge Design
We design conventional and complex bridges for highways, railroads, and pedestrians. Our capabilities include load ratings, rehabilitation plans, and construction management. From stream crossings to multi-span structures, we ensure safety and durability while addressing unique site challenges through innovative engineering solutions.
Environmental Services
Our environmental team balances infrastructure needs with ecological protection. We conduct NEPA documentation, habitat assessments, and permit compliance for sensitive areas. Services include social impact analysis, mitigation planning, and stakeholder engagement to ensure projects meet regulatory requirements while preserving natural resources.
People
Nancy Lambertson
Principal, Group Manager, Transportation
With over 17 years at Muller, Nancy leads transportation initiatives while mentoring engineers. She focuses on innovative intersection designs and multimodal solutions, applying her PTOE certification to improve traffic flow and safety across Colorado's growing communities.
Karen Fuhr
Senior Project Manager, Transportation
Karen has progressed from project engineer to leadership roles over 15 years. She manages complex transportation projects, emphasizing cost-effective solutions and quality control. Her expertise includes corridor planning and construction management for major infrastructure improvements.
Matt Andrews
Operations Director
As a 20+ year veteran, Matt oversees daily operations while connecting his cycling passion to transportation design. He specializes in integrating bicycle infrastructure into urban planning, ensuring safe, accessible routes for commuters and recreational users alike.
Sara Trout
Project Engineer, Stormwater
Sara applies her stormwater expertise to create resilient infrastructure. Since joining in 2017, she's focused on sustainable drainage systems and floodplain management, combining technical precision with environmental stewardship to protect Colorado's water resources.
Rob Carlson
Senior Consultant
With 40 years in the industry, Rob provides strategic guidance based on decades of experience. As former president, he shaped the firm's growth while maintaining its employee-owned culture. His insights continue to influence major transportation and infrastructure projects.
Questions
What engineering services does Muller specialize in?
We focus on transportation, stormwater/floodplain management, river recreation, structural design, and environmental services for public infrastructure projects.
How long has Muller Engineering CO - Robert G Carlson Pe Company been in business?
Since 1980, providing civil engineering solutions for over four decades with an employee-owned structure since 1995.
Do you handle large-scale infrastructure projects?
Yes, we manage complex projects like highway reconstructions, regional drainage systems, and multi-jurisdictional trail networks across Colorado.
What makes Muller's approach unique?
Our employee ownership model ensures dedicated leadership, while advanced hydraulic modeling and collaborative stakeholder engagement deliver tailored solutions.
How do you ensure project sustainability?
We integrate environmental assessments early in design, use resilient materials, and prioritize natural system integration to create lasting infrastructure.
