Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Civil Engineering Partner in Atascadero
Eikhof Design Group was founded in 2007 to deliver premier civil engineering solutions to public and private clients across Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Monterey Counties. As a family-owned business based in Atascadero, California, we have served our community for nearly four decades with expertise in municipal engineering, infrastructure development, and construction oversight. Our team's experience spans roles with local governments, including former City Engineer positions, ensuring deep local knowledge and regulatory familiarity. We specialize in capital improvement projects, septic system design, stormwater compliance, and public space development, exemplified by iconic projects like the Atascadero Veterans Memorial.Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through pro bono contributions exceeding $50,000 for community projects and partnerships with local organizations. We maintain technical proficiency through continuous engagement with engineering standards and professional associations. Our approach combines technical precision with community-focused design, prioritizing accessibility, safety, and environmental responsibility. This philosophy has earned recognition through client partnerships spanning decades and visible infrastructure improvements across the Central Coast region.
Services
Municipal Engineering
Septic System Design
Development Review
Construction Management
Roadway Design
Stormwater Compliance
Site Development
Public Space Engineering
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- 27 years of engineering experience with former municipal leadership roles
- Pro bono contributions exceeding $50,000 for community infrastructure projects
- Deep local regulatory expertise from former City Engineer positions
- Client-focused approach serving public agencies since 2007
- Award-winning team with proven municipal project delivery success
Associations and certifications
- Registered Civil Engineer (California)
Services
Municipal Engineering
Our municipal engineering services provide comprehensive solutions for public infrastructure projects. We specialize in capital improvement programs, roadway design, and public space development for cities and counties. Our team's experience includes former City Engineer roles and over 27 years of municipal project delivery expertise across Central California.
Septic System Design
We offer specialized septic system design services for residential and commercial developments. Our engineers create code-compliant, environmentally responsible wastewater solutions tailored to local soil conditions and regulatory requirements across San Luis Obispo and neighboring counties.
Construction Management
Our construction management services ensure project success through quality control, schedule coordination, and budget monitoring. We provide expert oversight from groundbreaking to completion, leveraging decades of field experience and former public works leadership positions to deliver successful outcomes.
Stormwater Compliance
We develop comprehensive stormwater compliance solutions meeting federal, state, and local regulations. Our services include drainage planning, erosion control, and permit documentation to ensure environmental protection while maintaining project viability across diverse development types.
Public Space Development
Our public space development expertise creates lasting community assets through park design, memorial construction, and recreational facility planning. Notable projects include the Atascadero Veterans Memorial and Three Bridges Trailhead, demonstrating our commitment to enhancing public environments through engineering excellence.
People
Jeff van den Eikhof
Owner and Principal Engineer
Registered Civil Engineer with 27+ years of municipal and private sector experience. Former City Engineer for Guadalupe and Deputy Director of Public Works in Atascadero. Graduated from Brigham Young University in 1994. Active community volunteer and theater arts participant.
Geoff English
Project Manager
Former Director of Public Works in Arroyo Grande with 30+ years of municipal service. Retired after 23 years in Atascadero and now active in Templeton community organizations. Specializes in project coordination and public infrastructure development.
Questions
What civil engineering services do you offer?
We provide municipal engineering, septic design, construction management, stormwater compliance, and public space development services for clients across Central California.
Which areas do you serve?
Our primary service areas include Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Monterey Counties, with particular expertise in local regulatory requirements.
What community projects have you completed?
Notable projects include the Atascadero Veterans Memorial, Three Bridges Trailhead, and Riley Betita's Eagle Scout playground project. We've contributed over $50,000 in pro bono engineering services.
What experience does your team have?
Our engineers hold California licenses with combined experience spanning 50+ years, including former municipal leadership roles in multiple Central Coast cities.
