Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Civil Engineering Solutions
Civil 1 has been a trusted partner in site development since 1993, specializing in civil engineering, land surveying, and land use permitting. Our team of experienced professionals collaborates closely with developers, municipalities, and design-build firms across the Northeast to transform land into functional, compliant spaces. With over 40 years of combined expertise, we prioritize strategic planning, technical precision, and regulatory compliance to overcome project challenges.Our deep understanding of local permitting landscapes and commitment to client collaboration ensures streamlined approvals and successful outcomes. We deliver innovative solutions tailored to commercial, energy, industrial, and community sectors, emphasizing transparency, reliability, and long-term value for every project.
Services
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Land Use Permitting
Stormwater Management
Feasibility Studies
Master Planning
Erosion Control
Septic System Design
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of hands-on experience in Northeast land development projects.
- Our team holds professional engineering licenses in six states and specialized certifications.
- We implement a streamlined process from concept to construction completion.
- We maintain deep relationships with local permitting agencies and regulatory bodies.
- We provide collaborative, client-focused solutions tailored to project-specific needs.
What people say
Excellent service
Met expectations
Professional team
Timely approvals
Technical expertise
Services
Civil Engineering
Civil 1 delivers practical civil engineering solutions for land development projects. Our services include grading, drainage, utility design, and infrastructure planning that align with regulatory requirements. We focus on creating buildable, cost-effective designs that maximize property potential while addressing environmental constraints. Our engineers collaborate with clients to ensure projects meet technical and compliance standards from concept to completion.
Land Surveying
Our professional land surveying services provide accurate data for planning and construction. We conduct boundary, topographic, and construction stakeout surveys using advanced technology. These surveys ensure legal compliance, prevent encroachments, and support precise project execution. Our team delivers detailed documentation required for permits, design, and land transactions across residential, commercial, and municipal projects.
Land Use Permitting
Civil 1 streamlines land use permitting through strategic agency coordination. We secure local, state, and federal approvals for zoning, wetlands, and stormwater compliance. Our team prepares technical documentation, represents clients at public hearings, and anticipates regulatory challenges. This proactive approach minimizes delays and ensures projects meet environmental and zoning requirements efficiently.
Stormwater Management
We design stormwater systems that prevent flooding, erosion, and environmental damage. Our solutions include detention basins, bioswales, and low-impact development strategies. These systems comply with CT DEEP and municipal regulations while supporting site functionality. We use hydrologic modeling to create sustainable drainage plans that reduce long-term maintenance costs and enhance project resilience.
Feasibility Studies
Our feasibility studies evaluate site potential and regulatory constraints before development. We analyze zoning, topography, utilities, and environmental factors to guide decision-making. These studies identify risks early, saving time and costs during permitting and construction. Clients receive data-driven recommendations to align project visions with practical implementation strategies.
People
Curtis C. Jones
President
Curtis C. Jones, P.E., LEED AP, founded Civil 1 and oversees all projects. With a degree from the University of New Haven and licenses in six states, he specializes in Northeast land use planning. Curt leverages 40+ years of experience to assemble customized teams that solve complex development challenges while maintaining active client collaboration.
Brian J. Baker
Director of Engineering
Brian J. Baker, P.E., CPESC, CPSWQ, directs engineering operations at Civil 1. He has secured hundreds of Connecticut land use approvals since 1997. Brian combines technical expertise with customer service experience from Toyota to lead teams in delivering quality projects on schedule and budget while managing client expectations proactively.
Emily Jones
Project Manager
Emily Jones, P.E., manages site planning and utility design projects at Civil 1. Her decade of engineering experience includes mechanical project management at Pratt & Whitney. She applies complex scheduling skills to coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction across diverse development projects.
Questions
What civil engineering services do you offer?
We provide site design, grading, drainage, utility planning, and infrastructure engineering for commercial, industrial, and municipal projects.
How long have you specialized in land surveying?
Our team has delivered professional surveying services for over 40 years across Connecticut and the Northeast region.
Can you assist with out-of-state permitting?
Yes, we frequently support out-of-state developers with local Connecticut permitting requirements and agency coordination.
What industries do you serve?
We work with commercial, energy, healthcare, industrial, multi-family residential, and transportation sector clients on development projects.
How do you handle complex regulatory challenges?
Our team proactively identifies regulatory issues early and develops strategic solutions to streamline approvals and minimize delays.
