Business Details
Trusted Civil Engineering Services in Frankfort, KY
HMB Professional Engineers is a multi-disciplinary civil engineering firm founded in Frankfort, Kentucky, with six decades of experience delivering infrastructure solutions. Our team of over 100 professionals specializes in transportation design, environmental services, water resources, structural engineering, and more, serving public and private sector clients across Alabama, Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee. We combine technical expertise with a client-focused approach, ensuring projects meet regulatory standards while addressing community needs. Our commitment to integrity, innovation, and quality consciousness drives every project, from small-scale inspections to large infrastructure developments.With specialized certifications in construction engineering, cultural resource management, and environmental compliance, we provide end-to-end solutions that prioritize safety, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness. Our leadership team brings decades of industry experience, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement that empowers both staff and clients to achieve long-term success.
Services
Construction Inspection
Cultural Resources
Environmental Services
Highways & Roads
Site Development
Water Resources
Structural Engineering
Surveying
Traffic Planning
Stream Restoration
Highlights and features
- We offer six decades of civil engineering expertise across multiple disciplines.
- Our team includes certified professionals in construction inspection and environmental compliance.
- We provide end-to-end project management from planning to construction oversight.
- Our client-focused approach prioritizes community needs and regulatory requirements.
- We maintain specialized expertise in transportation, water resources, and cultural preservation.
Services
Construction Inspection
HMB's Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services ensure project compliance with design specifications through certified inspectors and quality control processes. Our team manages roadway, bridge, and utility system projects, maintaining safety standards and documentation from bid preparation to project closeout. Specialized certifications include asphalt inspection, concrete testing, and erosion control.
Environmental Services
Our environmental team provides NEPA compliance, wetland delineation, and hazardous waste assessments for infrastructure projects. With permitted biologists and noise analysts, we deliver mitigation strategies that balance development needs with ecological preservation across transportation, industrial, and municipal projects.
Highway Design
HMB engineers develop safe, efficient transportation systems including interstates, parkways, and urban roads. Our services span environmental assessments, hydraulic analysis, and traffic engineering, utilizing advanced software for corridor planning and construction management across five southeastern states.
Water Resources
We design and manage water distribution, wastewater collection, and stormwater management systems. Our expertise includes pipeline location, flood control structures, and permitting compliance for municipal and industrial clients requiring sustainable water infrastructure solutions.
Cultural Resource Management
HMB conducts archaeological surveys, historic cemetery delineations, and National Register nominations for infrastructure projects. Our team ensures compliance with federal and state cultural preservation laws while delivering cost-effective solutions for transportation and development clients in the Ohio River Valley region.
People
Rob Dowler
President
With 27+ years in transportation engineering, Rob Dowler leads HMB's infrastructure projects. A University of Kentucky graduate, he specializes in roadway design and client communication, overseeing project delivery from planning to construction across the Southeast.
Chris Stewart
Vice President
Chris Stewart manages water resource projects with 25+ years of expertise in utility systems and funding procurement. He directs Indiana operations, focusing on water storage, pump stations, and wastewater infrastructure improvements for municipal clients.
Wes Mattingly
Vice President
Wes Mattingly specializes in transportation engineering with 22+ years of experience. As Structures Division leader, he designs roadways, bridges, and stream restoration projects across five states, emphasizing safety and community impact reduction.
Questions
What civil engineering services does HMB offer?
HMB provides transportation design, environmental compliance, water resources management, structural engineering, site development, and cultural resource management services for public and private infrastructure projects.
Which states does HMB serve?
HMB operates in Alabama, Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee, delivering engineering solutions tailored to regional infrastructure needs.
What industries benefit from HMB's expertise?
Our clients include government agencies, transportation departments, utility providers, and private developers requiring specialized civil engineering solutions.
Does HMB handle environmental compliance projects?
Yes, we specialize in NEPA compliance, wetland mitigation, hazardous waste assessment, and ecological surveys for environmentally sensitive developments.
