Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner in Dallas, TX
APM & Associates is a multidisciplinary engineering firm established in 1989 in Dallas, Texas, founded to address the demand for a qualified minority firm offering comprehensive civil and structural engineering design services. With over 30 years of experience, we have completed 500+ projects across public and private sectors, consistently exceeding client expectations while maintaining budget integrity. Our team brings over 250 years of combined design expertise to every project, supported by national awards such as the 2013 ACEC National Engineering Excellence Award for the DART Police Headquarters. We specialize in transportation infrastructure, water and wastewater systems, and transit solutions, serving clients throughout Texas with a small-firm commitment to personalized attention.Our staffs diverse backgrounds enable tailored design teams for any project, combining technical proficiency with a hands-on, collaborative approach. We prioritize sustainable practices, exemplified by the first LEED Platinum Certification in Texas for historical sensitivity and innovation. Our long-standing partnerships, including a 20+ year collaboration with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), underscore our reliability and technical excellence. From highways and bridges to stormwater management and airport infrastructure, we deliver projects on time and within budget, ensuring client satisfaction at every stage.
Services
Highway Design
Bridge Construction
Transit Systems
Water Treatment
Stormwater Management
Construction Management
Aviation Infrastructure
Building Structures
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in civil and structural engineering projects across Texas.
- Our team brings 250+ combined years of design expertise to every project.
- We maintain a small-firm commitment to personalized attention and client collaboration.
- Our projects prioritize sustainability, including LEED Platinum-certified designs.
- We have completed 500+ projects, consistently meeting deadlines and budget requirements.
Services
Highway Design
APM & Associates specializes in highway and roadway design, delivering projects across Texas from two-lane roads to interstate highways. Our expertise ensures compliance with safety standards and client needs while prioritizing cost-effectiveness and timely completion. We integrate advanced planning and construction management to enhance regional mobility and infrastructure resilience.
Bridge Construction
We design and construct bridges ranging from small creek crossings to complex highway and rail structures. Our team leverages decades of experience to deliver durable, code-compliant solutions tailored to project-specific challenges, including historical preservation and environmental considerations.
Transit Systems
APM partners with organizations like DART to design and expand transit networks, including rail systems and airport infrastructure. Our services cover planning, design, and oversight, ensuring efficient, sustainable transportation solutions that improve urban connectivity and reliability.
Water Treatment
We provide comprehensive water and wastewater treatment plant design, focusing on safety, sustainability, and regulatory compliance. Our projects include pump station upgrades, chlorine basin improvements, and pipeline rehabilitation to ensure public health and environmental protection.
Stormwater Management
Our stormwater solutions include hydrology analysis and drainage system design to mitigate flood risks and manage runoff. We prioritize cost-effective, environmentally responsible designs that align with municipal requirements and long-term infrastructure goals.
People
Afisu Olabimtan
President
Afisu Olabimtan is the President of APM & Associates, leading the firm since its founding in 1989. With decades of engineering experience, he oversees strategic growth and project execution, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction.
Anthony Okafor
Vice President
Anthony Okafor, a Vice President at APM, brings 38 years of structural engineering expertise, specializing in bridge systems. He joined APM in 2010, contributing to complex infrastructure projects with a focus on innovation and safety.
Ronald O'Connell
Associate
Ronald O'Connell, an Associate at APM, has over 25 years of civil engineering experience. He joined the firm in 1997 and specializes in project management, ensuring efficient delivery of transportation and infrastructure projects.
Eric Kroner
Associate
Eric Kroner, a registered Professional Engineer in Texas, has 25+ years of experience in project planning and management. He contributes to APMs transportation and structural projects, emphasizing technical precision and client collaboration.
Questions
What services does APM & Associates offer?
We specialize in civil and structural engineering for highways, bridges, transit systems, water/wastewater treatment, and stormwater management projects across Texas.
How long has APM & Associates been in business?
We were founded in 1989 and have completed over 500 projects, serving public and private clients for 30+ years.
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Texas, with a focus on Dallas and surrounding regions, delivering infrastructure solutions statewide.
What awards has APM & Associates won?
We’ve received 26 awards, including the 2013 ACEC National Engineering Excellence Award for the DART Police Headquarters in Dallas.
