Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Civil Engineering Partner in Southern California
TKE Engineering was founded in 2000 with a mission to deliver high-value, turnkey professional services while maintaining a personal touch. Our firm specializes in civil engineering, municipal consulting, and construction management, serving as a lasting benefit to society through infrastructure development. We prioritize understanding community needs to ensure successful project outcomes, combining technical expertise with a commitment to public and private resource stewardship. Our multidisciplinary team brings decades of experience in water resources, traffic engineering, land development, and grant acquisition. We have earned industry recognition, including APWA BEST Awards for projects like Bob Belts Beach Park and Juan Bautista Trail.Our systematic approach to construction management ensures quality control, efficient project execution, and comprehensive documentation. With offices in Riverside, California, we serve clients across Southern California, including multiple municipal water districts and cities. Our leadership team includes seasoned professionals with specialized expertise in civil, traffic, and water resources engineering. Through a culture of continuous improvement and community-focused solutions, we maintain long-standing client relationships and deliver infrastructure that enhances quality of life.
Services
Civil Engineering
Municipal Consulting
Grant Writing
Construction Management
Water Resources
Traffic Engineering
Drainage
Surveying
Land Development
Transportation Engineering
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years of experience in civil engineering and infrastructure projects
- Award-winning projects recognized by APWA
- Multidisciplinary team with expertise in civil, traffic, and water resources engineering
- Community-focused approach ensuring projects meet local needs
- Proven systematic methods for efficient construction project management
Services
Civil Engineering
TKE Engineering provides comprehensive civil engineering services spanning project design, planning, and implementation. Our team delivers sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance community quality of life through efficient, cost-effective construction. We specialize in municipal projects that optimize resource utilization while meeting regulatory standards.
Construction Management
Our construction management services ensure project designs are executed as intended through rigorous quality control and systematic oversight. We manage all phases from design review to contract administration, providing detailed documentation to prevent disputes and ensure successful project completion across roadways, water systems, and public facilities.
Surveying
TKE's surveying division offers boundary, topographic, and construction staking services using advanced GPS and aerial mapping technologies. Our precise data collection supports accurate project planning and field adjustments, reducing construction delays while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Water Resources
We provide end-to-end water resources management including master planning, hydraulic analysis, and stormwater pollution prevention. Our expertise covers water distribution systems, wastewater treatment plants, and flood control infrastructure to ensure reliable, sustainable water management solutions for municipalities.
Drainage
TKE Engineering designs regional drainage systems and floodplain management solutions using advanced hydrologic modeling. Our services include FEMA CLOMR/LOMR updates, stream bank protection, and multi-use landscape facilities to mitigate flood risks while enhancing community infrastructure.
People
Michael P. Thornton
President
Principal-in-Charge with 37 years of experience in public works engineering projects including water infrastructure, transportation improvements, and construction management across Southern California.
Terry Renner
Senior Vice President
25+ years of expertise in civil engineering design, traffic engineering, and construction management for infrastructure projects including drainage and water systems improvements.
Steven Ledbetter
Vice President
24 years of experience managing civil engineering projects with specialization in utility master planning, computer modeling, and infrastructure specifications development.
Joanna Rembis
Senior Engineer
20+ years in project engineering and management with expertise in water infrastructure design, technical reporting, and quality control inspection for municipal projects.
Justin Schlaefli
Resident Traffic Engineer
24 years of transportation engineering experience specializing in intelligent transportation systems, traffic operations, and signal maintenance for both public and private sector projects.
Questions
What services does TKE Engineering offer?
We provide civil engineering, municipal consulting, construction management, water resources, drainage solutions, traffic engineering, and grant writing services across Southern California.
Which areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Southern California, including Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, Orange, and Los Angeles counties.
What awards has TKE Engineering received?
We've earned APWA BEST Awards for projects like Bob Belts Beach Park and Juan Bautista Trail for excellence in infrastructure development.
What makes TKE Engineering unique?
Our community-focused approach combines multidisciplinary expertise with systematic construction management to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions tailored to local needs.
