Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Engineering Solutions for Sustainable Infrastructure
Founded in 1954, we have built a legacy of delivering technically sound engineering solutions and innovative designs across diverse industries. As an employee-owned company, our commitment to client success drives our passion for continuous learning and industry leadership. Our expertise spans infrastructure, aviation, structural engineering, and environmental sustainability, with a focus on creating lasting value for communities. We combine 70 years of experience with cutting-edge technology to address complex challenges in transportation, energy, and public works. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures clients receive comprehensive support from planning through construction.With offices nationwide, we maintain deep local knowledge while executing global projects. Our team of certified professionals prioritizes transparency, ethical practices, and community impact in every engagement. Recognized for excellence in asset management and alternative project delivery, we partner with clients to achieve long-term infrastructure resilience. Through thought leadership and industry advocacy, we shape the future of engineering while maintaining our founding principles of quality and client-centric service.
Services
Alternative Project Delivery
Asset Management
Aviation Engineering
Structural Design
Civil Sitework
Railway Engineering
Sustainability Consulting
Construction Support
Geospatial Analysis
Water Resources
Details
- Year established: 1954
Highlights and features
- We offer 70 years of engineering expertise across 12 specialized service areas
- Our employee-owned structure ensures direct accountability to clients
- We implement patented asset management processes for infrastructure optimization
- Our team includes 15+ FAA-certified aviation planning specialists
- We maintain 24/7 project support for emergency infrastructure needs
Services
Alternative Project Delivery
Our alternative project delivery solutions streamline infrastructure development through integrated design-build and construction management approaches. By combining design and construction under single-point accountability, we reduce project timelines by up to 30% while maintaining strict budget controls. Our team specializes in public-private partnerships and multiprime contracting for complex transportation and municipal projects.
Asset Management and Technology
We optimize infrastructure lifecycle performance through data-driven asset management systems incorporating GIS and predictive analytics. Our four-phase methodology includes comprehensive inventory assessment, geospatial analysis, software integration, and operational optimization. Clients benefit from extended asset lifespans and 20%+ reductions in maintenance costs through our proactive management frameworks.
Aviation Services
Comprehensive aviation solutions cover airport master planning, facility design, and SMART technology integration for commercial and general aviation clients. Our FAA-certified specialists address airfield geometry, terminal operations, and federal grant compliance. We implement digital tower systems and vertiport planning to prepare airports for next-generation aviation technologies.
Building Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services address commercial, industrial, and institutional projects with expertise in seismic retrofitting and forensic analysis. We provide full lifecycle support from condition assessments to construction administration. The team specializes in complex structures including hangars, healthcare facilities, and historic buildings, ensuring code compliance and long-term durability.
Civil Sitework Design
We create functional, code-compliant site designs balancing ADA accessibility with environmental sustainability. Services include stormwater management, utility coordination, and grading plans optimized for existing site conditions. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures seamless integration of transportation networks, utilities, and green infrastructure for municipal and private developments.
People
Todd Merrihew
Senior Vice President, Aviation Market Principal
30-year aviation engineering leader specializing in airport infrastructure development and SMART technology implementation. Directs national aviation strategy while maintaining active client engagement.
Kevin Fuhr
Vice President, Aviation Business Development
Aviation business development executive with expertise in federal grant acquisition and public-private partnerships. Focuses on expanding aviation client relationships nationwide.
Ryne Fiorito
Building Structural Discipline Manager
Structural engineering leader overseeing complex building systems analysis and design. Specializes in integrating sustainability principles with structural integrity requirements.
Kurt Bialobreski
Chief Innovation Officer
Technology strategist driving digital transformation across engineering practices. Focuses on geospatial tools and data analytics integration for infrastructure projects.
Bill Pongracz
Vice President, Construction Practice
Construction management expert with emphasis on asset lifecycle optimization and public infrastructure delivery methods.
Questions
What engineering services does Hanson specialize in?
We provide comprehensive services including infrastructure engineering, aviation planning, structural design, asset management, and environmental consulting across public and private sectors.
How long has Hanson been in business?
Since 1954, delivering engineering solutions across transportation, energy, and community development markets nationwide.
Do you offer airport-specific engineering solutions?
Yes, our FAA-certified aviation team provides master planning, facility design, and SMART technology implementation for airports of all sizes.
What makes Hanson different from other engineering firms?
As an employee-owned company, we combine technical excellence with direct accountability, ensuring client priorities drive every engineering decision.
Can you handle large-scale infrastructure projects?
Our multidisciplinary teams manage complex projects nationwide, from initial planning through construction, with expertise in alternative delivery methods.
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