Business Details
Your Trusted Engineering & Consulting Partner in Palm Desert
The Altum Group is a multidisciplinary consulting firm dedicated to delivering comprehensive engineering, surveying, planning, urban design, and environmental services. With operations spanning California and Texas, our team of seasoned professionals combines technical expertise with collaborative problem-solving to address complex project challenges. We prioritize client success through personalized service, regulatory navigation, and innovative solutions tailored to each project's unique requirements. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget while maintaining strict adherence to industry standards. The firm's culture emphasizes cross-disciplinary collaboration, ensuring clients benefit from integrated expertise that streamlines project execution. Our senior staff directly engage in all projects, leveraging decades of collective experience to develop forward-thinking strategies that align with local regulatory frameworks.Through strategic partnerships and SBE certifications, we support diverse project delivery models while maintaining agility to respond to evolving client needs. Our professionals possess deep regional knowledge of both California and Texas regulatory environments, enabling efficient project approvals and implementation. The firm's approach balances technical rigor with practical solutions, ensuring sustainable outcomes that address economic, social, and environmental considerations. By fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development, we maintain cutting-edge capabilities while upholding our core values of integrity, collaboration, and client-centric service delivery.
Services
Civil Engineering
Survey and Mapping
Environmental Planning
Urban Design
Geospatial Services
Construction Administration
Land Surveying
Project Management
Highlights and features
- We maintain SBE certifications with multiple state and federal agencies
- Our team includes licensed professionals with regional regulatory expertise
- We offer integrated engineering, surveying, and planning services under one roof
- Senior staff directly engage in all project phases from inception to completion
- We combine technical horsepower with agile client responsiveness
Associations and certifications
- California Department of General Services Small Business Enterprise
- Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors Firm
- San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) Bench
- Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Small Business Enterprise
- San Diego County Water Authority Small Business Enterprise
- Port of Long Beach Small Business Enterprise
- Los Angeles Unified School District Small Business Enterprise
- Los Angeles Community College District Small Business Enterprise
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team delivers comprehensive solutions for infrastructure projects including site development, transportation systems, and utility networks. We provide full lifecycle support from feasibility studies through construction administration. Our engineers specialize in regulatory compliance and innovative design solutions that balance technical requirements with budget constraints.
Survey and Mapping
With over 100 combined years of experience, our licensed surveyors provide boundary determination, construction staking, and topographic mapping services. We utilize advanced technologies for precise data collection and deliver actionable geospatial information for development projects across multiple sectors including renewable energy and transportation infrastructure.
Environmental Planning
Our environmental team prepares CEQA and NEPA documentation to ensure project compliance with environmental regulations. We develop mitigation strategies to address potential impacts while maintaining project viability. Our integrated approach combines technical analysis with stakeholder engagement to achieve successful permitting outcomes.
Urban Design
We create holistic urban design solutions that balance economic vitality with sustainable development. Our multidisciplinary team develops master plans, design guidelines, and feasibility studies that enhance community character while addressing infrastructure requirements and market demands for mixed-use developments.
Construction Administration
Our construction administration services ensure project execution aligns with design intent and regulatory requirements. We provide field observation, quality control, and coordination between stakeholders to maintain schedule adherence and budget compliance throughout the construction process.
People
Doug Franklin
President
Licensed Professional Engineer with extensive leadership experience in multidisciplinary consulting. Specializes in strategic project management and client relationship development while maintaining technical oversight of engineering operations.
Tonya Carnevale
Chief Administrative Officer
Oversees organizational operations and administrative functions with focus on process optimization and staff development. Ensures efficient resource allocation across engineering, surveying, and planning departments.
James Bazua
Vice President, Chief Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer and Qualified SWPPP Practitioner with expertise in civil infrastructure projects. Leads technical teams in delivering complex engineering solutions while maintaining regulatory compliance standards.
Questions
What geographic areas does The Altum Group serve?
We primarily serve California and Texas with specialized knowledge of regional regulatory frameworks in both states.
What SBE certifications does The Altum Group hold?
We maintain SBE certifications with multiple agencies including SANDAG, Metropolitan Water District, and Port of Long Beach.
What engineering services are offered?
Our civil engineering services include site development, transportation systems, utility design, and construction administration for public and private sector projects.
How does the firm approach environmental compliance?
We prepare CEQA/NEPA documentation with clear impact analysis and develop mitigation strategies through integrated environmental planning services.
What surveying capabilities are available?
We offer boundary surveys, construction staking, topographic mapping, and as-built documentation using advanced geospatial technologies.
