Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Land Surveying & Engineering Services
Frank O Waterman & Associates has been a trusted name in land surveying and construction engineering since 1970. Founded by Frank O. Waterman, our family-owned business has served thousands of projects across New England with a commitment to precision and care. Our team combines decades of experience with technical expertise in land surveying, construction layout, and engineering services. Based in the Boston area, we specialize in boundary determination, subdivision design, and structural planning for residential and commercial developments. With over 50 years of service, we maintain a legacy of reliability and technical excellence.Our certified professionals have completed 1,000+ projects and 5,000+ plans, supporting clients through every project phase. We prioritize clear communication and timely execution, ensuring projects meet regulatory standards and client expectations. Our Woman Business Enterprise certification reflects our dedication to diversity and excellence in engineering services. Through generational leadership, we continue delivering solutions that balance innovation with proven methodologies. Clients benefit from our deep regional knowledge and responsive service approach, which has sustained our reputation for over half a century.
Services
Land Surveying
Construction Layout
Engineering Services
Subdivision Design
Project Planning
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of experience in land surveying and engineering services
- Family-owned and operated since 1970 with generational expertise
- Certified professionals with 1,000+ completed projects across New England
- Specialized in boundary determination, subdivisions, and construction layout
- Responsive service with same-day survey availability
Associations and certifications
- Woman Business Enterprise (WBE)
What people say
Came out within a day
Survey done same day
Excellent job
Will use again
Appreciate dedication
Services
Land Surveying
We locate legal property boundaries and features through certified plot plans and boundary analysis. Our services resolve property disputes, identify wetlands, and prepare documentation for development projects. Clients receive precise measurements and regulatory-compliant reports for residential and commercial properties.
Construction Layout
Our team implements design frameworks through foundation control, elevation marking, and component placement. We ensure accurate execution of architectural plans with as-built documentation and risk management support during construction phases.
Engineering Services
We apply architectural designs to structural requirements while managing on-site planning challenges. Our engineering support covers drainage solutions, subdivision infrastructure, and technical compliance for residential and commercial developments.
Subdivision Design
We create certified subdivision plans for neighborhood development including boundary plans and drainage systems. Our services support landowners through regulatory approval processes and infrastructure planning for new residential or commercial communities.
People
Jean Waterman
Owner & President
Mechanical Engineering graduate from Worcester Polytechnic Institute with 20+ years of leadership experience in surveying and engineering services. Oversees project execution and client relations.
Dave Waterman
Vice President
Dual degree holder in Electrical and Civil Engineering from Northeastern University and Wentworth Institute. Brings 35+ years of technical expertise to construction layout and engineering projects.
Questions
What services does Waterman Associates offer?
We provide land surveying, construction layout, engineering services, and subdivision design for residential and commercial projects in the Boston area.
How long have you been in business?
We've been family-owned and operated since 1970, serving New England with surveying and engineering expertise for over 50 years.
Are you WBE certified?
Yes, we're certified as a Woman Business Enterprise with the Supplier Diversity Office, reflecting our commitment to industry diversity standards.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Boston area and throughout New England, supporting projects from initial survey through final construction phases.
What's your emergency response time?
We offer same-day survey services for urgent requests, with field teams available within 24 hours for critical project needs.
