Business Details
41 Years
experience
Engineering Solutions for Complex Infrastructure Projects
Howard Stein Hudson (HSH) is a full-service planning and engineering firm dedicated to improving communities through inclusive engagements and creative solutions. Our collaborative approach combines sound technical expertise with deep understanding of community needs, fostering respectful partnerships with clients, stakeholders, and reviewing agencies. With over 37 years of experience in Boston and surrounding regions, we specialize in delivering complex engineering projects that require both technical excellence and community buy-in. Our multidisciplinary team excels in public infrastructure, land development, construction management, and environmental services, ensuring projects meet regulatory requirements while achieving transformative outcomes. We maintain strong relationships with local municipalities to streamline permitting processes and deliver timely solutions. Our values of integrity, accountability, and continuous professional development guide our work in transportation planning, structural engineering, and sustainable development.From initial concept to project completion, we provide holistic support for clients seeking to enhance urban environments through innovative design and practical implementation. Our expertise in environmental compliance and stakeholder engagement helps clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes while maintaining focus on community benefits. With a proven track record in both large-scale infrastructure projects and local development initiatives, we combine technical proficiency with contextual awareness to deliver solutions that balance engineering excellence with community needs. Our commitment to work-life balance and professional advancement ensures our team remains at the forefront of industry best practices while maintaining the highest standards of client service.
Services
Public Infrastructure
Land Development
Construction Management
Environmental Services
Transportation Planning
Structural Engineering
Permitting Assistance
Stormwater Management
Community Engagement
Project Coordination
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 37+ years of engineering experience in Massachusetts infrastructure projects
- Our team combines technical expertise with deep understanding of local regulations
- We provide holistic project support from planning through construction management
- Our environmental services group ensures regulatory compliance and sustainability
- We maintain strong relationships with regional reviewing agencies for efficient permitting
Services
Public Infrastructure
Our transportation corridor planning integrates traffic operations, transit solutions, and pedestrian safety with urban design. We develop Complete Streets plans, connectivity programs, and roadway improvements that balance local needs with regional requirements. Our engineers deliver practical solutions for municipalities seeking to enhance infrastructure while attracting private investment through context-sensitive design.
Land Development
We provide comprehensive land development services including zoning compliance, stormwater management, and transportation impact assessments. Our team guides clients through regulatory processes like Article 80/MEPA permitting while delivering sustainable site solutions for commercial, residential, and institutional projects. With 37+ years of Boston-area experience, we transform development visions into reality.
Construction Management
Our construction services cover project lifecycle management from bidding to closeout. We develop traffic control plans, erosion control strategies, and inspection protocols while providing daily project management. Our engineers collaborate with owners and contractors to ensure construction aligns with design intent while maintaining schedule and budget parameters for complex infrastructure projects.
Environmental Services
We simplify environmental compliance through permitting expertise and sustainability-focused solutions. Our services include NEPA/MEPA filings, wetland protection plans, and stormwater pollution prevention strategies. We help clients navigate federal, state, and local regulations while implementing monitoring programs that ensure long-term environmental stewardship for infrastructure and development projects.
Transportation Planning
We create multi-modal transportation systems that enhance safety and efficiency for all users. Our planning incorporates bicycle/pedestrian improvements, traffic engineering, and transit solutions. With extensive experience in municipal vulnerability programs and roadway design, we develop transportation networks that improve community connectivity while meeting modern mobility demands.
People
Steve Tyler
Municipal Services Leader
With extensive experience in municipal engineering, Steve Tyler leads our municipal services division. He specializes in infrastructure planning and community engagement, ensuring projects meet both technical requirements and local needs. His leadership focuses on delivering practical solutions for public works challenges across Massachusetts communities.
Jessica Kenny
Environmental Services Leader
Jessica Kenny directs our environmental services group with expertise in regulatory compliance and sustainability. She manages complex permitting processes and environmental monitoring programs, helping clients achieve project goals while maintaining strict adherence to state and federal environmental regulations through innovative, practical solutions.
Questions
What engineering services does Howard Stein Hudson offer?
We provide public infrastructure, land development, construction management, and environmental services for municipal and private clients across Massachusetts.
How does HSH handle regulatory permitting for projects?
Our team specializes in navigating Article 80/MEPA processes and other local regulations, leveraging deep agency relationships to streamline permitting while maintaining compliance.
What transportation planning expertise does HSH have?
We develop multi-modal transportation systems including Complete Streets plans, bicycle/pedestrian improvements, and traffic engineering solutions tailored to community needs.
How long has HSH been in business?
Howard Stein Hudson has delivered engineering solutions since 1985, with 37+ years of experience in Boston-area infrastructure projects.
What environmental compliance services do you provide?
We offer NEPA/MEPA filings, wetland protection plans, stormwater management systems, and environmental monitoring programs for infrastructure and development projects.
Do you work with both public and private sector clients?
Yes, we partner with municipalities, state agencies, and private developers to deliver infrastructure improvements and development projects across Massachusetts.
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