Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Transportation Planning Partner in Houston
Established in 1969, TEI has been at the forefront of transportation planning and traffic engineering, dedicated to creating connected, safe, and convenient mobility solutions. Our team of experts combines technical proficiency with a deep understanding of community needs to deliver context-sensitive designs that align with local goals. With decades of experience across 23 states, we specialize in multimodal transportation systems, intelligent transportation solutions, and inclusive planning processes that prioritize public engagement.Our employee-owned structure fosters a culture of innovation and accountability, ensuring every project reflects our commitment to advancing community health and prosperity through transportation. We leverage our firsthand experiences as daily commuters to address barriers and opportunities in walking, biking, and transit use, providing tailored solutions that stand the test of time.
Services
Transportation Planning
Traffic Engineering
Community Engagement
Multimodal Design
Intelligent Transportation Systems
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of specialized experience in transportation planning and engineering.
- Our team combines technical expertise with firsthand insights from daily multimodal commuting.
- We prioritize community engagement to create context-sensitive, implementable solutions.
- Our employee-owned structure ensures accountability and long-term project commitment.
- We deliver state-of-the-practice results across 23 states and diverse transportation modes.
What people say
Creative and implementable solutions
Exceptional community engagement
Deep technical expertise
Responsive and professional team
Unparalleled multimodal knowledge
Services
Transportation Planning
We develop comprehensive transportation strategies that address current and future mobility needs while aligning with community values. Our approach integrates economic development, environmental sustainability, and accessibility considerations to create actionable plans. Clients benefit from our expertise in securing broad community support for implementation.
Traffic Engineering
Our traffic engineering services focus on optimizing roadway functionality while prioritizing safety for all users. We apply national standards through context-sensitive designs that consider local land use patterns and community priorities. This approach ensures solutions that are both technically sound and socially responsible.
Community Engagement
We facilitate meaningful community participation throughout the planning process to ensure diverse perspectives shape final solutions. Our methods combine traditional outreach with innovative techniques to engage underrepresented groups. This commitment to inclusivity has consistently resulted in projects with strong public consensus.
Multimodal Design
We create integrated transportation networks that accommodate pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users alongside vehicular traffic. Our designs emphasize accessibility and connectivity while addressing specific local challenges. This holistic approach helps communities build transportation systems that serve all residents equitably.
Intelligent Transportation Systems
We implement advanced technologies to improve transportation efficiency and safety across urban and rural environments. Our ITS expertise includes traffic signal optimization and real-time monitoring systems. These solutions help clients maximize existing infrastructure capacity while preparing for future mobility demands.
People
Geoff Carleton
Senior Principal
With decades of leadership experience, Geoff Carleton guides TEI's strategic direction while maintaining hands-on involvement in complex transportation projects across multiple states.
Dan Lynch
Senior Principal
A former majority shareholder, Dan Lynch expanded TEI's engineering practice and mentored generations of transportation professionals before transitioning leadership responsibilities.
Rachel Carleton
Majority Shareholder
As majority shareholder, Rachel Carleton leads TEI's commitment to innovative transportation solutions while maintaining the firm's founding principles of community-focused engineering.
Brad Eaves
Senior Principal
Brad Eaves contributes extensive technical expertise in transportation systems while ensuring project teams maintain TEI's high standards for engineering excellence.
Martha Eaves
Principal
Martha Eaves leads key planning initiatives with a focus on creating transportation solutions that align with community development goals and sustainability principles.
Questions
What transportation services does TEI specialize in?
We specialize in multimodal transportation planning, traffic engineering, intelligent transportation systems, and community engagement for mobility projects.
How does TEI involve communities in transportation planning?
We use inclusive engagement strategies to gather diverse perspectives, ensuring transportation solutions reflect community needs and priorities.
What geographic areas does TEI serve?
While based in Texas, we deliver transportation solutions across 23 states, with particular expertise in urban and regional mobility challenges.
How does TEI ensure transportation projects are implementable?
We combine technical analysis with community input to create actionable plans that balance practical constraints with visionary goals.
What makes TEI different from other engineering firms?
Our unique combination of technical expertise, community focus, and employee-owned accountability creates lasting transportation solutions that benefit all users.
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