Business Details
50+ Years
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Your Trusted Partner for Engineering & Surveying Solutions
Polena Engineering has been delivering exceptional civil engineering and land surveying services since 1968. Our firm combines decades of experience with advanced technology to provide efficient, client-focused solutions for residential, commercial, and municipal projects. With over 50 years of archived survey data and a team of licensed professionals, we specialize in boundary surveys, subdivision design, stormwater management, and onsite wastewater systems. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our rapid turnaround times, with residential surveys completed in as little as 24 hours. We maintain interconnected offices in Wheaton and Lake in the Hills, Illinois, enabling seamless project coordination across the Midwest.Our team includes Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Certified Septic Installers who utilize Trimble robotic units and AutoCAD software to ensure precision. We pride ourselves on being a one-stop shop for engineering and surveying needs, serving real estate attorneys, builders, municipalities, and private clients. Our electronic database of 75,000 surveys in DuPage County and surrounding areas enhances efficiency and reduces project timelines. We offer customized Plat options and maintain three field crews to meet client deadlines. Our expertise extends to complex projects requiring flood compensation, erosion control, and commercial septic design, supported by 25+ years of specialized septic system records.
Services
Land Surveying
Civil Engineering Design
Onsite Wastewater Systems
Subdivision Engineering
Construction Staking
Stormwater Management
Septic System Design
Boundary Surveys
Site Grading Plans
Erosion Control
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined experience in Illinois land surveying records
- Our team includes licensed Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
- We maintain a database of 75,000+ local surveys for efficient project execution
- Our field crews utilize Trimble robotic units for survey accuracy
- We provide 24-hour rush survey options with standard two-week turnaround
Services
Land Surveying
Our land surveying services include staked boundary surveys, subdivision plats, and construction layout. We maintain 50+ years of local survey records to enhance accuracy and reduce turnaround times. Our three field crews utilize robotic total stations for precise measurements.
Civil Engineering
We provide full-service civil engineering for residential and commercial projects. Our capabilities include site grading, stormwater modeling, erosion control, and utility planning. Our engineers use HydraCad software for complex drainage solutions and detention sizing.
Septic System Design
As Illinois' premier septic design firm, we create residential and commercial onsite wastewater systems. Our 25+ years of specialized experience ensures compliance with local regulations. We maintain detailed records for efficient system planning and permitting.
Subdivision Engineering
Our subdivision services include conceptual design, erosion control plans, and construction documentation. We assist with municipal approvals and provide grading solutions for developments ranging from suburban communities to estate properties.
Construction Staking
We offer precise construction layout services with 48-hour notice capability. Our crews use GPS and robotic equipment for accurate building placement, utility installation, and grading verification across residential and commercial sites.
People
Roena Polena
President
Managing all business operations with a Masters in Public Health and Biomedical Science background. Completed land surveying certification and oversees daily operations and client satisfaction.
Bruce Smolinski
Surveying Director
Licensed Professional Land Surveyor with extensive field and office experience. Primary reviewer for boundary surveys and key resource for field crew training and project quality control.
Dana Dubois
Senior Designer
25-year design expert specializing in septic systems and stormwater management. Trains junior staff and develops complex grading plans while maintaining compliance with environmental regulations.
Spiro Bello
Senior Crew Chief
30+ year surveying veteran with Mining Engineering background. Oversees field data collection, ensures complete documentation, and works toward Illinois Professional Surveyor licensure.
Piro Mukelli
Senior Survey Drafter
15+ year drafting expert handling boundary surveys and civil design projects. Also serves as field crew support and shares geotechnical engineering expertise as university professor.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We primarily serve Illinois counties including DuPage, McHenry, Kane, and Cook, with projects extending throughout the Midwest and select locations in Wisconsin.
How quickly can you complete a survey?
Our standard residential boundary surveys take approximately two weeks, with rush options available in as little as 24 hours when needed.
Do you handle commercial engineering projects?
Yes, we provide full-service commercial engineering including stormwater management, detention systems, and site grading plans for developments of all sizes.
Are your engineers licensed professionals?
Our team includes Licensed Professional Engineers, Certified Land Surveyors, and trained designers who maintain current industry certifications and standards.
Can you assist with septic system permitting?
We specialize in septic design and permitting, maintaining 25+ years of records to streamline approvals and ensure compliance with local regulations.
What survey technology do you use?
Our crews utilize Trimble robotic total stations and GPS equipment, with AutoCAD Civil software for precise data processing and deliverable creation.
