Business Details
25 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Civil Engineering Partner in Tumwater, WA
Vector Engineering was founded in 2001 by Ben Cook, establishing itself as a trusted multi-disciplinary civil engineering firm based in Tumwater, Washington. Our expertise spans infrastructure design, structural engineering, bridge projects, and emergency services, serving clients from homeowners to national defense entities. With a satellite office in Elma since 2014, we specialize in public works, tribal projects, and government collaborations. Our team combines decades of experience in transportation structures, hydraulic modeling, and construction management, prioritizing client collaboration and regulatory compliance. We maintain strong relationships with local jurisdictions and offer tailored solutions for complex engineering challenges.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our work on school districts, coastal construction, and disaster recovery projects. We emphasize transparency, technical precision, and community-focused outcomes in every project. Our engineers hold deep institutional knowledge of the Olympic Peninsula and Grays Harbor County. Through adaptive strategies and a client-first approach, we deliver sustainable, code-compliant infrastructure solutions. Our track record includes rapid-response emergency engineering and long-term capital improvement planning.
Services
Emergency Engineering
Structural Design
Bridge Projects
Hydraulic Modeling
Construction Management
Tribal Infrastructure
Permitting Services
Capital Planning
Disaster Recovery
Site Development
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in civil and structural engineering projects.
- Our team specializes in emergency engineering response for fire, flood, and structural failures.
- We maintain established relationships with Washington State jurisdictions and tribal entities.
- Our engineers provide hands-on project management from concept to construction completion.
- We combine technical expertise with localized knowledge of Pacific Northwest regulations.
Services
Emergency Engineering
Vector Engineering provides rapid-response structural assessments and repair plans following disasters like fires, floods, and collisions. Our team coordinates with local authorities to ensure safety protocols and code compliance. We specialize in temporary shoring and expedited permitting for critical infrastructure recovery.
Bridge Engineering
We design and inspect rural highway, forest road, and recreational bridges across Washington State. Our expertise includes hydraulic modeling for stream crossings and compliance with federal safety standards. The team manages projects from initial assessments to final construction documentation for public and private clients.
Construction Management
Vector oversees construction projects from planning to completion, ensuring adherence to specifications and budgets. Our services include bid package preparation, contractor coordination, and on-site inspections. We provide technical support for complex infrastructure developments and renovations.
Permitting Services
We streamline the permitting process for civil engineering projects by preparing documentation and coordinating with local jurisdictions. Our team ensures compliance with building codes, environmental regulations, and safety standards for commercial, industrial, and municipal developments.
Tribal Infrastructure
Vector collaborates with tribal governments on infrastructure projects including roads, utilities, and public facilities. We combine technical expertise with cultural sensitivity to deliver sustainable solutions. Our experience includes working with the Bureau of Indian Affairs and tribal planning departments.
People
Ryan Moore
Project Manager
Ryan specializes in client relations and project management for small districts. He coordinates funding applications and regulatory compliance for school and fire districts across Western Washington.
Benton Cook
Principal Engineer
With 30+ years of experience, Ben leads transportation structure designs and structural assessments. He manages complex bridge projects and provides technical oversight for highway construction initiatives.
Kyle Freeman
Civil Engineer
Kyle focuses on hydrologic analysis and utility design for commercial and industrial sites. He manages coastal construction projects and floodplain impact assessments for surface mining operations.
Collin McMaster
CAD Specialist
Collin oversees drafting standards and IT operations while leading residential and multi-family development projects. He coordinates bridge inspections and regulatory entitlement processes for infrastructure projects.
Questions
What engineering services does Vector offer?
We provide civil, structural, bridge, and emergency engineering services, along with permitting assistance and construction management for public and private sector clients.
Do you handle emergency structural repairs?
Yes, we offer rapid-response engineering for fire, flood, and structural damage with expedited permitting and safety protocol implementation.
Which areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Western Washington including Olympia, Tumwater, Grays Harbor County, and the Olympic Peninsula.
Can you assist with tribal projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience working with tribal governments on infrastructure and facility improvement projects.
Are your engineers licensed?
All our engineers are licensed Professional Engineers (PE) in the state of Washington with specialized certifications.
