Business Details
42 Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering Services in Norwich, CT
Since 1984, CLA Engineers has been a trusted provider of comprehensive civil, structural, and environmental engineering services. Our firm combines technical expertise with a commitment to collaboration, ensuring projects meet regulatory requirements while prioritizing cost efficiency and timely delivery. With a team of licensed professionals, we offer end-to-end solutions from conceptual planning to construction administration.Our LEED-accredited staff and partnerships with specialized firms enable us to address complex challenges in land development, infrastructure, and environmental compliance. Headquartered in Norwich, Connecticut, we serve private and public clients across New England, leveraging decades of experience to deliver sustainable, code-compliant results.
Services
Civil Site Engineering
Structural Engineering
Geotechnical Engineering
Town Services
Wetlands/Soils/Ecological Services
Land Surveying
GPS/GIS
Marine/Dock Engineering
Bridge Engineering
Material Testing
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of engineering experience serving New England clients
- LEED-accredited professionals for sustainable design solutions
- Full-service capabilities from planning to construction administration
- Direct principal involvement in all client projects
- Specialized expertise in regulatory compliance and environmental permitting
Associations and certifications
- U.S. Green Building Council
- LEED Green Building Rating System
Services
Civil Site Engineering
We provide comprehensive site planning and engineering solutions for commercial, industrial, and residential projects. Our services include feasibility studies, zoning compliance, stormwater management, and construction administration. With expertise in fast-track permitting and cost-efficient design, we ensure projects meet regulatory requirements while optimizing budget and schedule parameters for Connecticut-based clients.
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering team specializes in new construction and renovation projects for commercial, institutional, and residential buildings. We offer foundation design, structural system analysis, and coastal flood zone engineering. With expertise in historic preservation and modern materials, we deliver code-compliant solutions that balance technical precision with client-specific needs across Connecticut and New England.
Bridge Engineering
We provide full-spectrum bridge engineering services including rehabilitation, replacement, and new construction. Our capabilities cover structural analysis, foundation design, and regulatory permitting for municipal and private clients. With experience in securing grant funding and navigating federal requirements, we deliver durable bridge solutions that meet both functional needs and environmental compliance standards in Connecticut.
Land Surveying
Our licensed surveyors offer precise boundary, topographic, and construction surveying services for land development projects. Utilizing advanced technologies like robotic systems and GNSS, we support subdivision design, infrastructure projects, and environmental assessments. With over 25 years of field experience, we provide accurate data collection and mapping solutions for Connecticut's municipal and private sector clients.
Environmental Permitting
We specialize in navigating complex environmental regulations for development projects. Our services include wetlands delineation, soil analysis, and permit acquisition for local, state, and federal agencies. With dedicated environmental scientists and partnerships with specialized firms, we ensure compliance while maintaining project timelines and budget efficiency for clients across New England.
People
Ellen M. Bartlett
Principal Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer with LEED accreditation specializing in green building consulting and stormwater management. Joined CLA in 1987, focusing on civil engineering developments and capital improvement projects across Connecticut.
Robert A. DeLuca
Principal Engineer
Civil engineering expert with 35+ years of utility infrastructure experience. Specializes in water supply systems, sanitary engineering, and municipal services. Provides on-call engineering support to Eastern Connecticut municipalities since 1988.
Kyle J. Haubert
Principal Engineer
Experienced in land development and municipal capital projects. Manages engineering services from concept through construction, with expertise in regulatory permitting and infrastructure design for public and private clients in New England.
Ryan Cheverie
Principal Surveyor
Licensed Land Surveyor with 20+ years of field experience. Specializes in boundary surveys, hydrographic mapping, and advanced surveying technologies including laser scanning and drone-based systems for Connecticut land development projects.
Robert C. Russo
Environmental Scientist
Soil scientist with extensive wetland permitting experience. Provides environmental compliance services for utility, roadway, and commercial projects. Offers municipal consulting services for environmental assessments and regulatory inspections in Eastern Connecticut.
Questions
What engineering services does CLA Engineers offer?
We provide civil, structural, geotechnical, bridge, and environmental engineering services, along with land surveying, utility design, and regulatory permitting for municipal and private clients.
How long has CLA Engineers been in business?
Since 1984, we've provided engineering solutions to Connecticut and New England clients, combining decades of experience with modern technical expertise.
Do you work with both public and private sector clients?
Yes, we serve a diverse client base including municipalities, educational institutions, commercial developers, and industrial clients across New England.
Can you handle complex regulatory permitting requirements?
Our team specializes in navigating local, state, and federal regulations, with LEED-accredited professionals and environmental experts ensuring compliance for complex development projects.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Norwich, Connecticut, we serve clients throughout Eastern Connecticut and the broader New England region for all engineering and surveying needs.
How do you ensure project timelines and budgets are met?
Through direct principal involvement, integrated project teams, and proactive regulatory compliance strategies that minimize delays and optimize resource allocation for every engineering project.
