Business Details
39 Years
experience
Trusted Environmental & Civil Engineering Services in California
Founded in 1987, Trans Tech Consultants has served California's families and businesses for over 38 years. Our team of registered civil engineers, geologists, and environmental professionals delivers comprehensive solutions in civil engineering, environmental consulting, hazardous material management, and wildfire recovery. With over 80 years of combined experience, we specialize in regulatory compliance, site remediation, and stormwater permitting across Northern California. We serve diverse clients including property owners, law firms, developers, and agricultural entities.Our expertise in California's complex environmental regulations ensures efficient permitting and compliance for projects ranging from petroleum systems to vineyard management. We prioritize client collaboration, offering upfront cost estimates and leveraging strong agency relationships to streamline processes. Our team's technical proficiency and commitment to quality control have completed over 500 wildfire recovery projects, maintaining a reputation for reliability and technical excellence since our founding.
Services
Civil Engineering
Environmental Consulting
Hazardous Material Management
Stormwater Permitting
Environmental Site Assessment
Site Investigation
Site Remediation
Wildfire Recovery
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 38 years of experience in California environmental compliance
- Our team has over 80 years combined experience in civil engineering and geology
- We've completed over 500 wildfire recovery projects
- We maintain strong working relationships with California regulatory agencies
- We provide upfront cost estimates for remediation projects at no charge
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services specialize in petroleum marketing infrastructure, including service stations, card-lock fueling systems, and petroleum bulk plants. We provide complete design packages with grading plans, drainage solutions, and construction documents that meet all regulatory requirements. With licensed professionals who understand California's unique permitting landscape, we streamline approvals for complex projects like convenience stores with quick serve restaurants.
Environmental Consulting
We offer comprehensive environmental consulting covering hazardous material management, regulatory compliance, and site assessments. Our team assists with CERS reporting, SPCC plans, and waste discharge regulations for vineyards and cannabis cultivation operations. With ASTM-compliant Phase I ESAs accepted by banks and municipalities, we help clients navigate California's complex environmental laws while minimizing project delays.
Wildfire Recovery
Our wildfire recovery services address contaminated site remediation and regulatory compliance following fire events. We manage the complete remediation process including risk assessments, feasibility studies, and implementation of soil vapor extraction systems. With experience in PFAS detection and remediation, we help property owners achieve 'no further action' status through state-approved cleanup processes while securing available financial aid programs.
Stormwater Permitting
We specialize in California stormwater compliance programs including SWPPP development and SMARTS reporting. Our experts manage permitting for construction and industrial sites, ensuring adherence to waste discharge requirements. We help clients avoid project stoppages by creating effective pollution prevention plans and maintaining compliance with both local and state water quality regulations.
Site Remediation
Our site remediation services address contaminated properties through comprehensive investigation and cleanup solutions. We handle leaking UST sites, dry cleaner contamination, and industrial facility remediation using methods like soil vapor extraction and groundwater treatment. With regulatory agency expertise, we develop cost-effective remediation plans that achieve closure while maintaining compliance with California's environmental standards.
People
Bill C. Wiggins
President
Registered Professional Engineer with 30+ years of experience managing hazardous material remediation projects. Holds California General Engineering Contractors License with hazardous substance removal certification. Provides expert witness testimony for environmental cases.
Matt Donohue
Director of Engineering
Petroleum engineering expert specializing in fueling system design and regulatory compliance. Manages civil engineering projects for retail service stations and bulk plants. Provides expert witness services for petroleum industry clients.
Brian Hasik
Professional Geologist
Geologist with expertise in groundwater monitoring, soil remediation, and hazardous waste characterization. Supervises field investigations and monitoring well installations for hydrogeologic projects across Northern California.
Steve Silva
Senior Geologist
20+ year environmental consulting veteran specializing in petroleum and solvent-impacted site remediation. Manages QA/QC processes and regulatory compliance documentation for complex environmental projects in Northern California.
Questions
What environmental services do you offer for property owners?
We provide Phase I/II environmental site assessments, hazardous material management, and site remediation services to help property owners achieve regulatory compliance and property clearance.
Do you handle wildfire-related environmental cleanup?
Yes, we specialize in wildfire recovery projects including contaminated site remediation, regulatory compliance, and achieving 'no further action' status for affected properties.
Can you assist with stormwater compliance for construction projects?
We develop SWPPP plans, manage SMARTS reporting, and ensure compliance with California's stormwater regulations to prevent project delays and regulatory violations.
What areas of California do you serve?
We serve all of Northern California from Los Angeles to the Oregon border, including the Bay Area, Wine Country, and Humboldt County regions.
How do you handle hazardous material remediation projects?
Our process includes site investigation, risk assessment, remediation plan development, and implementation using methods like soil vapor extraction and groundwater treatment systems.
What engineering services do you provide for fueling stations?
We offer complete design and permitting services for service stations, card-lock facilities, and petroleum bulk plants including all required engineering documentation and agency coordination.
