Business Details
11 Years
experience
Expert Civil Engineering and Landscape Architecture Services
Harbor Engineering has been delivering innovative civil engineering and landscape architecture solutions since 2015. Our team of licensed professionals brings decades of combined experience in land development, stormwater management, and infrastructure design. We prioritize honesty and integrity in every project, ensuring compliance with municipal regulations and environmental standards. Our expertise spans zoning variances, subdivision plans, and construction inspections, supported by advanced technical tools like AutoCAD Civil 3D. With a focus on affordability and creativity, we serve clients across Pennsylvania through personalized project management.Our staff includes registered landscape architects, professional engineers, and certified technicians committed to technical excellence. Through partnerships with organizations like the Chiques Creek Watershed Alliance, we maintain industry leadership. Our 24-year legacy of project execution demonstrates our ability to handle complex development challenges. By integrating green design principles and LEED-certified practices, we deliver sustainable solutions. Every project reflects our unwavering commitment to 100% client satisfaction through transparent communication and precise execution.
Services
Stormwater Management
Land Development
Erosion Control
Zoning Applications
Subdivision Plans
Floodplain Studies
Landscape Architecture
Infrastructure Design
Construction Inspections
Topographic Surveys
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in civil engineering and landscape architecture
- Our team includes registered professionals with specialized expertise in stormwater management
- We guarantee 100% client satisfaction through transparent project execution
- Our services integrate LEED-certified sustainable design practices
- We maintain active industry partnerships for comprehensive watershed management solutions
Services
Stormwater Management
Our stormwater management plans ensure proper drainage and environmental protection for development projects. We design systems that comply with Pennsylvania regulations while preventing erosion and water quality issues. Our engineers create customized solutions for residential, commercial, and municipal properties.
Land Development
We provide comprehensive land development services including zoning analysis, site layout, and infrastructure design. Our team handles all aspects from initial concept through final permitting. Services include subdivision planning, utility design, and roadway improvements that meet municipal requirements.
Erosion Control
Our erosion and sedimentation control plans prevent soil loss during construction projects. We implement best management practices that protect water quality while maintaining site stability. Solutions include silt fences, vegetative buffers, and temporary stabilization measures for compliance with environmental regulations.
Zoning Applications
We prepare and submit zoning variances, special exceptions, and conditional use applications for development projects. Our team works with local municipalities to ensure regulatory compliance while advocating for client needs. Services include documentation preparation and public hearing representation.
Infrastructure Design
We design complete infrastructure systems including sanitary sewer, domestic water, and roadway improvements. Our engineers create detailed plans that meet PennDOT and municipal specifications. Services include utility coordination, material specifications, and construction documentation for public and private infrastructure projects.
People
Steven P. Gergely
Partner
Registered Landscape Architect with 20+ years of experience managing land development projects. Graduated from West Virginia University in 2001 and leads client relations at Harbor Engineering.
Amanda Groff
Partner
Professional Engineer with 12+ years of civil engineering experience specializing in stormwater management. Holds dual PE licenses in Pennsylvania and West Virginia with expertise in site planning.
Emily L. Dullen
Landscape Architect
LEED-certified landscape architect with 14+ years of experience in sustainable design. Specializes in green infrastructure solutions and has been with Harbor Engineering since 2013.
Ryan C. Weck
Project Designer
Project designer with experience in erosion control and water quality programs. Former Navy aircraft handler who joined Harbor Engineering in 2022 after working with the Lancaster County Conservation District.
Nathan Boyer
Project Designer
Engineer in Training with civil engineering degree from Penn State Harrisburg. Brings real estate and landscape contracting experience to infrastructure design projects since joining in 2023.
Questions
What engineering services do you offer?
We provide civil engineering, landscape architecture, stormwater management, land development plans, and infrastructure design services for residential, commercial, and municipal projects.
Are you licensed professionals?
Yes, our team includes Registered Landscape Architects, Professional Engineers, and Engineer-in-Training certified professionals licensed in Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Do you handle municipal permitting?
Yes, we prepare and submit zoning variances, special exceptions, conditional use applications, and other municipal permits required for development projects in Pennsylvania.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Manheim, Pennsylvania, we serve clients throughout Lancaster County and across Pennsylvania for various engineering and design projects.
How do you ensure project compliance?
We maintain compliance through detailed erosion control plans, stormwater management systems, and construction inspections that meet Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection requirements.
Can you handle complete land development projects?
Yes, we manage full land development projects from initial concept through final permitting, including site planning, utility design, roadway improvements, and environmental compliance.
