Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Professional Surveying & Civil Engineering Services in Glendale, CA
Founded in 1924, our firm has built a legacy of excellence in surveying, civil engineering, and 3D scanning technologies. With nearly a century of experience, we serve diverse sectors including commercial, residential, and public infrastructure projects. Our team of licensed professionals combines deep technical expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver precise, reliable solutions. We maintain long-standing relationships with government agencies, developers, and architectural firms through consistent quality and client-focused service. Headquartered in Glendale, California, we continue to innovate while upholding the integrity and professionalism that have defined our practice for generations. 
Services
Land Surveying
Civil Engineering
3D Laser Scanning
Building Information Modeling
Construction Surveying
Details
- Year established: 1924
Highlights and features
- We offer 99 years of continuous experience in Southern California land development
- Our specialized technical staff maintains state-of-the-art surveying and engineering capabilities
- We provide integrated 3D scanning and BIM solutions since 2003
- Our project managers remain directly involved from concept to completion
- We serve major institutions including Los Angeles Unified School District and Kaiser Permanente
What people say
Quality deliverables
Unparalleled expertise
Accurate and timely
Successful partnerships
Innovative solutions
Services
Land Surveying
Mollenhauer Group provides comprehensive land surveying services including ALTA/ACSM standards, boundary determinations, and topographic mapping. Our team utilizes GPS and 3D scanning technologies to deliver precise measurements for commercial developments, residential projects, and public infrastructure. With over 95 years of experience in Southern California, we ensure regulatory compliance and technical accuracy for complex urban environments.
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering division specializes in site development, stormwater management, and utility design for commercial, educational, and industrial projects. Services include grading plans, drainage systems, and ADA compliance solutions. Registered engineers oversee projects from concept through permitting, working with clients like Los Angeles Unified School District and Kaiser Permanente to create functional, code-compliant developments.
3D Laser Scanning
Since 2003, we've provided 3D laser scanning and BIM modeling using FARO Focus technology. Our services convert physical spaces into accurate digital models for architects, contractors, and facility managers. Applications include as-built documentation, historical preservation, and construction coordination, delivering precise point cloud data and Revit models for complex building systems.
People
Gregory D. Hindson
Principal Professional Land Surveyor
Licensed surveyor with decades of experience managing complex land development projects across Southern California's urban environments.
Thomas Tran
Senior Vice-President Professional Civil Engineer
Senior engineering leader responsible for overseeing infrastructure projects, including site development and regulatory compliance solutions for major institutions.
Rick Harris
Innovation/Technology Manager
Technology director specializing in 3D scanning applications and BIM integration since the firm's adoption of laser scanning in 2003.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Southern California with particular expertise in metropolitan Los Angeles and surrounding counties.
What industries do you work with?
Our clients include government agencies, school districts, developers, architects, and healthcare providers across commercial, residential, and public sectors.
How long have you provided 3D scanning services?
We've offered laser scanning technology since 2003, creating accurate BIM models for complex building systems.
Are your engineers licensed professionals?
Yes, our project managers are registered professional engineers who maintain direct involvement throughout each project lifecycle.
What makes your firm different from competitors?
With 99 years of continuous operation, we combine deep local experience with cutting-edge technology for reliable, innovative solutions.
