2024 Year in Review
As we conclude 2024, we reflect on a year filled with growth, new partnerships, strengthened client relationships, and expanded service offerings. We are proud to celebrate our success, supported by a culture of driven, talented, and collaborative professionals.
Project Success
Public Infrastructure
Crowley Main Street, Crowley, Texas
In Crowley, TX, we partnered with the City of Crowley to enhance the downtown area through comprehensive street and landscape improvements. This project focused on creating a pedestrian and bicycle-friendly environment, featuring upgraded bike and pedestrian facilities, traffic design, and a railroad quiet zone crossing.
Learn more about the project: Crowley Main Street
Renewables
Edwards & Sanborn Solar and Energy Storage, Kern Country, California
The Edwards-Sanborn Solar & Energy Storage project, located in Kern County, CA, is the largest of its kind in the US. As lead engineer, we deployed six specialized service groups to support its planning, design, and construction. Completed in January, the 4,600-acre project features over 1.9 million solar modules generating 875 MWDC and 3,287 MWh of energy storage capacity, significantly enhancing renewable energy generation and grid resiliency.
Learn more about the project: Edwards-Sanborn Solar + Storage
Commercial & Residential Development
The Terminal at Katy Trail, Dallas, Texas
Developed by Capitol Peak Ventures in Dallas, TX, this boutique luxury residence features 16 condos, two restaurants, and two fitness retail concepts with direct access to the Katy Trail. Located between the Uptown and Knox neighborhoods, it offers a blend of sophistication and convenience, including a public park honoring the legacy of Caroline Rose Hunt. Our team is proud to have provided land survey and civil engineering services for this innovative project, showcasing our commitment to delivering a distinctive living experience.
Learn more about the project: The Terminal at Katy Trail
Power
Cimarron Link, Oklahoma
This year, we’ve been providing critical Geospatial Services for the ongoing Cimarron Link Transmission Line Project, a 400-mile initiative in Oklahoma. Our team is conducting boundary surveys, utility sweeps with advanced geophysical equipment, and preparing a full ALTA survey. We are also creating base maps in CAD and GIS formats and developing a GIS web application for project management. Our collaboration with Invenergy ensures efficient and accurate survey work, solidifying our role as a trusted partner in this complex project.
Learn more about the project here: Cimarron Link
Awards
We received several awards and national rankings across various categories for our workplace culture, project designs, marketing excellence, and other achievements, which recognize our commitment to enhancing communities. We’re proud to share a few award highlights from 2024:
ENR
Zweig Group
American Society of Landscape Architecture (ASLA)
- Texas Chapter Merit Award: Central Social Park District
- Sierra Chapter Merit Award: GEM Village, Uganda
- 2024 Outstanding Service Award: Chad Kennedy, Director of Landscape Architecture
- 2024 Legacy Award: Chad Kennedy, Director of Landscape Architecture
Texas Downtown Conference
- People’s Choice, Best New Construction: Crowley Main Street
- President’s Award, Best New Construction, Best Public Improvement: Crowley Main Street
American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) Wisconsin
- 2024 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Award: Tri-County Airport Drainage Project
USA Today
- Top Workplace Award: Top Places to Work
Each award represents a commitment made by an individual, their team, and our organization to make the world a better place, one project at a time.
Culture
2024 marked our first annual Giving Back Week, where our professionals across the country came together to support their communities through volunteer work and fundraising. Our culture thrives on the dedication of our team members, who foster a sense of community. This year, we enjoyed summer BBQs, holiday potlucks, and friendly competitions, including mini golf and costume contests. Team outings and events, such as the solar eclipse viewing, were memorable highlights for us all.
Growth
This year, we welcomed 24 new shareholders and 35 new associates, recognized for their commitment and contributions to our growth and client service. Over 140 interns from over 40 universities joined us, gaining valuable insights into our work as they build their careers. Additionally, we completed three successful acquisitions with Peloton Land Solutions, O’Dell Engineering, and Balzer & Associates, each bringing new team members, enhancing our market and service offerings, and expanding our geographical reach.
Check out our year in review video!
The Future
Looking ahead to 2025, we will continue to live our purpose of creating a better world for people through our work by building resilient infrastructure, innovating solutions, and supporting community development. Our focus on sustainability and operational excellence will guide our projects to meet the evolving needs of our clients and communities.
We're ready to make 2025 our best year yet!
