Business Details
45 Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering & Land Surveying Services in Kirkland, WA
DR Strong Consulting Engineers has been delivering civil engineering and land surveying solutions since 1981. Our team of licensed professionals combines decades of experience with cutting-edge technology to address complex design challenges. We specialize in site development, land surveying, and regulatory compliance for residential, commercial, and municipal projects. Our engineers and surveyors maintain expertise in municipal, state, and federal regulations to streamline permitting processes. We prioritize cost-effective, environmentally responsible solutions while maintaining close collaboration between engineering and surveying departments.With over 40 years of regional expertise, we serve individual landowners, developers, and public agencies across the Pacific Northwest. Our leadership team includes professionals with 10 - 35 years of specialized experience in stormwater management, subdivision planning, and high-rise construction projects. We invest in advanced tools like GPS and robotic instrumentation to ensure precision in boundary surveys and construction staking. Our commitment to innovation and client partnerships has established us as a trusted regional engineering firm.
Services
Site Development Engineering
Land Surveying Services
Land Subdivision
Drainage System Design
Sanitary Sewer Design
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined experience in civil engineering and land surveying.
- Our team includes licensed professionals with expertise in municipal regulations and permitting.
- We utilize advanced GPS and robotic surveying technology for precise measurements.
- We specialize in environmentally responsible solutions for complex site development projects.
- Our engineers manage projects ranging from small subdivisions to high-rise buildings.
Services
Site Development Engineering
Our engineers design site development plans for residential and commercial properties. We handle grading, drainage, water distribution, and sanitary sewer systems while ensuring compliance with municipal, state, and federal regulations. Our team collaborates with clients from concept stage through final construction-ready plans.
Land Surveying Services
We provide boundary, topographic, and construction staking surveys using GPS and robotic technology. Our services support ALTA surveys, short plats, subdivisions, and FEMA elevation certificates. Survey crews deliver accurate data for urban and rural projects across the Puget Sound region.
Land Subdivision
We design residential and commercial land subdivisions with expertise in lot line adjustments and platting. Our engineers address zoning requirements, erosion control, and infrastructure needs. We coordinate with jurisdictions to expedite approval processes for small parcels to large-scale developments.
People
Maher A. Joudi
President
Licensed Professional Engineer with 20+ years of experience overseeing projects from subdivisions to high-rise buildings. Joined D.R. STRONG as an intern in 2001 and leads strategic operations.
Luay R. Joudeh
Co-Founder
35+ years of expertise in stormwater management, wastewater systems, and site grading. Specializes in institutional and commercial projects across the Pacific Northwest with advanced hydrologic modeling skills.
Douglas J. Coombes
Director of Surveying
30+ years of surveying experience managing GPS, robotic instrumentation, and CAD software. Directs surveying operations while maintaining client communication and agency coordination for complex land projects.
Questions
What services does D.R. STRONG offer?
We provide civil engineering and land surveying services including site development, subdivisions, boundary surveys, drainage design, and construction staking for residential and commercial clients.
How long has D.R. STRONG been in business?
Founded in 1981, we have over 40 years of experience delivering engineering and surveying solutions across the Pacific Northwest region.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Puget Sound region but have completed projects throughout the Pacific Northwest, including Washington, Oregon, and Idaho.
What technologies do you use?
Our survey teams use GPS, robotic total stations, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Carlson software to ensure precise measurements and efficient project execution.
