Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Engineering & Land Surveying Services in Hudson, NY
Crawford & Associates Engineering & Land Surveying Engineering & Land Surveying was founded in 1992 to address the civil engineering needs of communities in Columbia, Greene, and northern Dutchess counties. Over three decades, we expanded our expertise to include environmental engineering, land surveying, mechanical/electrical engineering, and solar development services, serving clients nationwide with a focus on upstate New York. Our multidisciplinary team combines the technical capabilities of a large firm with personalized service, delivering innovative solutions for land development, infrastructure, and sustainability projects.We prioritize regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, and client collaboration, maintaining a staff of 25 professionals with advanced certifications including LEED AP, SECB, and CPESC. As a Women-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) and Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), we emphasize integrity, technical excellence, and community engagement through initiatives like local planning board participation and volunteer firefighting efforts.
Services
Civil Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Land Surveying
Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
Solar Development
Structural Engineering
Stormwater Management
Site Planning
Permitting Services
Wetland Delineation
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in civil and environmental engineering.
- Our multidisciplinary team holds advanced certifications including LEED AP and CPESC.
- We provide end-to-end project support from concept to construction.
- Our WBE/WOSB certifications demonstrate commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- We maintain a proprietary survey database with historical records dating to the 1920s.
Associations and certifications
- Women-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)
- Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team specializes in land development projects including site planning, road design, and stormwater management systems. We provide master planning, subdivision layouts, and regulatory compliance services for public and private clients. With expertise in SEQR requirements and municipal permitting, we guide projects from concept through construction while integrating sustainable design principles and LEED-certified practices.
Environmental Engineering
We offer comprehensive environmental consulting services including site assessments, remediation planning, and regulatory compliance. Our experts handle wetland delineation, stormwater permitting (SPDES), and environmental impact statements. We assist clients with petroleum spill cleanup, industrial compliance audits, and ecological resource surveys while ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local environmental regulations throughout the project lifecycle.
Land Surveying
Our surveying division maintains Columbia County's most extensive property database with records dating to the 1920s. We conduct boundary surveys, topographic mapping, and ALTA/ACSM surveys using advanced GPS and robotic equipment. Services include construction staking, aerial ground control, and planning board representation, with rapid turnaround times and all-weather survey capabilities for both small and large-scale projects.
Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
Our MEP engineers design energy-efficient mechanical and electrical systems for commercial, institutional, and industrial clients. Services include HVAC system design, plumbing engineering, and electrical distribution analysis. We ensure compliance with New York State energy codes and national standards while providing feasibility studies, cost estimation, and system investigation services to optimize building performance and operational efficiency.
Solar Development Services
We offer full-service engineering for solar projects from 2MW to 100MW scale. Our services include site assessment, glare analysis, and electrical interconnection design. Using specialized software like HelioScope and PVSyst, we optimize solar layouts and perform energy modeling. Our team manages permitting through New York's Article 10 process and provides construction support including SWPPP inspections and record drawing preparation for utility-scale solar facilities.
People
Jennifer Crawford
President, Majority Shareholder
Licensed Professional Engineer with over 10 years of solar industry experience. Leads as majority shareholder after purchasing founder's shares. Certified WBE/WOSB owner actively involved in local planning boards and community volunteer firefighting initiatives.
Donna M. Verna
Senior Advisor
Experienced Professional Engineer providing strategic guidance. Formerly held leadership roles in engineering projects. Contributes technical expertise and industry knowledge to support client solutions and team development initiatives.
Andrew Aubin
Engineering Manager, Shareholder
Licensed Professional Engineer with LEED AP certification. Leads engineering projects and serves as shareholder. Specializes in solar development with extensive experience in municipal permitting processes and SEQR compliance requirements.
Daniel Russell
Surveying Manager, Shareholder
Licensed Land Surveyor managing surveying operations. Holds shareholder position with technical expertise in boundary surveys and topographic mapping. Leads team using advanced GPS and robotic survey equipment for precise data collection.
Christopher Knox
Engineering Manager, Shareholder
Licensed Professional Engineer and shareholder with leadership role in engineering projects. Contributes technical expertise in civil infrastructure and solar development. Active in client advocacy during public meetings and regulatory processes.
Questions
What engineering services do you offer?
We provide civil, environmental, mechanical/electrical, structural, and solar engineering services, along with land surveying and permitting support for land development projects.
Do you specialize in renewable energy projects?
Yes, our solar development team has completed over 80 projects totaling 1,721 MW, offering full lifecycle support from site assessment to construction.
Are you certified as a women-owned business?
Yes, we hold New York State WBE and SBA WOSB certifications under President Jennifer Crawford's leadership.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Hudson, NY, we serve all of New York State with a focus on the Hudson Valley and upstate regions.
What makes your firm unique?
We combine the technical capabilities of a large firm with personalized service, maintaining a small team of 25 multidisciplinary experts with deep local knowledge.
