Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Solutions
Since 1954, Keck & Wood has been a leader in civil engineering, transportation planning, and infrastructure development, dedicated to building communities through innovative design and ethical service. Our multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, and landscape architects collaborates closely with clients to deliver tailored solutions for transportation systems, water and wastewater management, natural gas distribution, and land development projects. With a legacy of over 70 years, we combine deep technical expertise with a commitment to sustainability and community impact, serving 100+ local governments across the Southeast.Our approach emphasizes clear communication, responsiveness, and technical excellence, ensuring projects meet both functional and environmental needs. We invest in continuous professional development and leverage cutting-edge technology to address complex challenges, from federal funding applications to construction administration. Our reputation for integrity and client-focused service remains the cornerstone of our practice, reflected in long-standing partnerships with municipalities, utility authorities, and private developers.
Services
Transportation Planning
Water Treatment Plants
Wastewater Systems
Natural Gas Distribution
Stormwater Management
Landscape Architecture
Land Surveying
Community Planning
Construction Administration
Funding Assistance
Details
- Year established: 1954
Highlights and features
- We offer over 70 years of civil engineering expertise serving Southeast communities.
- Our team provides personalized service with large-firm capabilities and small-firm responsiveness.
- We specialize in federal funding application assistance for infrastructure projects.
- Our multidisciplinary approach covers transportation, water systems, and land development.
- We maintain long-term partnerships with 100+ local governments across two states.
What people say
Nimble and responsive
Client and owner first
Commitment to see project through
Always responsive
Great at navigating bureaucracy
Services
Transportation Planning
We develop comprehensive transportation solutions from multi-lane highways to pedestrian trails. Our services include traffic studies, intersection design, and federal funding coordination. With GDOT pre-qualifications across 15 categories, we deliver projects that enhance mobility while addressing environmental and community needs through collaborative client partnerships.
Water Treatment Plants
Our engineers design conventional and advanced water treatment facilities producing up to 12 million gallons daily. We specialize in membrane filtration systems, groundwater well development, and distribution network analysis. We help municipalities ensure safe drinking water through hydraulic modeling and infrastructure rehabilitation while meeting regulatory requirements.
Wastewater Systems
We plan and design municipal and industrial wastewater treatment plants along with collection systems. Our services include odor control, inflow/infiltration analysis, and regulatory compliance solutions. We help clients manage sewage infrastructure through lifecycle planning and advanced treatment technologies that protect environmental resources.
Natural Gas Distribution
We provide comprehensive natural gas infrastructure services including system modeling, regulator station design, and pipeline permitting. With two decades of experience, we help utilities maintain proper pressure and flow while planning for future demand growth through regulatory reporting and infrastructure modernization.
Stormwater Management
Our stormwater solutions combine floodplain analysis with green infrastructure to meet regulatory requirements. We specialize in BMP design, culvert hydraulics, and erosion control while helping clients maximize grant funding. Our engineers create systems that manage runoff while protecting water quality and natural habitats.
People
Keith Costley
President & CEO
With decades of engineering leadership, Keith directs strategic growth while maintaining our founding commitment to client service excellence. He oversees operations across multiple offices and ensures technical quality across all projects.
Robert Jacquette
Chief Operating Officer
Robert manages day-to-day operations and business development. His dual engineering and MBA background helps balance technical excellence with operational efficiency across our infrastructure projects.
Erik Grandowski
Chief Marketing Officer
Erik leads business development initiatives and client relations. He focuses on expanding our market presence while maintaining the firm's reputation for technical expertise and ethical conduct.
Daniel Wallace
Market Leader - Water & Wastewater
Daniel directs our water and wastewater engineering services. With specialized expertise in utility systems, he ensures innovative solutions for drinking water treatment and sewer infrastructure projects.
Clay Smith
Market Leader - Traffic
Clay oversees transportation engineering services including traffic operations and roadway design. His technical leadership ensures compliance with state and federal standards across our transportation projects.
Questions
What engineering services does Keck & Wood offer?
We provide transportation planning, water/wastewater systems, natural gas distribution, stormwater management, land development, and construction administration services for public and private clients.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Georgia and South Carolina with infrastructure solutions, maintaining long-term partnerships with over 100 local governments in these states.
How does Keck & Wood handle complex funding requirements?
Our team specializes in federal and state funding application assistance, helping clients secure necessary resources for transportation and utility infrastructure projects.
What makes your firm different from other engineering consultants?
We combine 70+ years of regional experience with a collaborative approach, offering multidisciplinary expertise while maintaining personalized service and rapid responsiveness.
Can you assist with both design and construction phases?
Yes, we provide full lifecycle support including planning, design, funding applications, construction administration, and post-construction evaluation for infrastructure projects.
