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We share a vision to connect your dreams for tomorrow to the needs of today. The future is ours for the making.
WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering, community planning, environmental, and construction services. Our staff of more than 1,600 people improve the way people engage with communities, transportation, infrastructure, energy, and our environment. We offer services in over 50 complementary areas that seamlessly integrate planning, design, and implementation. Our coast-to-coast client base is served from offices throughout the country.
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1,600+
dedicated staff
We share a vision to connect your dreams for tomorrow to the needs of today - the future is ours for the making.
WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering, community planning, environmental, and construction services. Our staff of over 1,450 improve the way people engage with communities, transportation, infrastructure, energy and our environment. We offer services in over 50 complementary areas that seamlessly integrate planning, design and implementation. Our coast-to-coast client base is served from 45 offices in 10 states.
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Power
Environmental Compliance Investigation & Remediation Natural Resources Sustainability Water Resources Water Reuse
Environment Services
Damage Prevention Distribution Line Engineering Gas Engineering Hydro Engineering Renewable Natural Gas Substation Engineering Solar Transmission Line Engineering Utility Data Integration Utility Inspection Wind
Power Services
Asset Management Geospatial GIS Solutions & Applications Visualizations
Technology Services
City Engineering Community Planning Drinking Water Economic Development Grants & Funding Land Development Landscape Architecture Public Engagement Wastewater
Community Services
Alternative Project Delivery Constructability Review Construction Materials Testing & Inspection Contractor Modeling Digital Construction Management Design-Build Geotechnical Engineering Health & Safety Compliance Pavement Management Project Management & Construction Administration Survey
Construction Services
Bridges & Structures Intelligent Transportation Systems Roadway Design Right of Way Traffic Engineering Transportation Planning
Transportation Services
Energy
Biogas Energy Utilities Solar Wind Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
The global energy market is undergoing a profound transformation. Traditional utilities are adapting to new technologies, while renewable energy sources are reshaping supply and demand dynamics. This evolution is driven by sustainability goals, regulatory changes, and consumer expectations for cleaner, more reliable energy.
Energy Market OVerview
Current Trends & Drivers
Regulatory Pressure
Stricter compliance standards and incentives for renewables.
Distributed Generation
Growth in solar and wind installations at both utility and consumer levels.
Digitalization
Advanced analytics and smart grids are improving efficiency.
Decarbonization
Governments and corporations are committing to net-zero targets.
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Solar & Wind for Owners & Developers
Services Solar & Wind for Owners & Developers
Design Review & RFP Services
Alta & Third Party Survey Verification
Geotechnical Study
Environmental Site Assessment
Preliminary Civil Design
Landscape Architecture
Visualization
Stormwater Design
Wetland Permitting
Solar & Wind for EPCs
Survey
Project Management Services
Permitting
Geotechnical & Pile Load Testing
Full Hydrology Design
Full Civil Design
Services Solar & Wind for EPCs
Hydro Asset Owners & Developers
Owner's Engineering
Hydraulics & Hydrology
FERC Coordination
Environmental & Permitting Services
ECI Review Facilitation
Dam Removal & Stream Restoration
Civil & Structural Design
Asset Management
Alternative Project Dev. & Delivery
Strategic Communications
Surveying
Alternative Project Development & Delivery
Alternative project delivery includies Feasibility Studies, CMGC Project Delivery, and Design Constructability Reviews utilizing Early Contractor Involvement. Evaluation and strategic plan development for the addition of incremental generation to existing hydro facilities, as well as the addition of generation to non-powered dams. Resident Project Management, Construction Inspection, and Engineering Services.
Prepare an industry-standard land survey, including topography, obstructions, easements, and ALTA requirements for use in all stages or phases of a project. Conduct LIDAR, Bathymetric, Hydrology Structure Surveys as needed and confirm existing survey data throughout the project lifecycle.
Deliver high-quality project management by leading teams and project with realistic schedules, effective coordination, and careful cost management. Provide phase by phase reporting to stakeholders and regular updates on design and construction.
Assist with land use permitting including communication with the local regulatory agency staff, assembly of the plans and other application requirements, preparation of a project narrative and review of the recommended conditions of approval. Creating SWPPP and SPCC narratives and providing permitting support and processing as necessary.
Conduct a site visit to obtain soil samples from the proposed site area, conduct a thorough analysis of those soil samples, and prepare preliminary and final report outlining the results and recommendations. Provide industry standard reports and studies including thermal resistivity testing, corrosivity testing, CBR, Field Electrical Resistivity Testing, and Pile Load Testing.
Existing culvert analysis and designing necessary improvements. Erosion control and construction stormwater best management practices design. Stormwater studies and analysis.
Prepare a full civil site design including fencing, public and private road designs, and improvements for permitting and construction. Grading optimization for the lowest cost and maximizing return on investment.
Provide Pile Staging, Pile Elevation Plans, and Drill Depth plans to bring accuracy and consistency to your builds. Create utility crossing exhibits, mass haul plans, and post-clearing/pre-grading analysis to provide detailed drawings and information to the site team during construction. Provide smart services like real-line as-built grading, remote machine file upload, and remote troubleshooting through our construction support technology.
Assist with land use permitting, including communication with the local regulatory agency staff, assembly of the plans and other application requirements, preparation of a project narrative, and review of the recommended conditions of approval. Work with a team of scientists and the landowner to determine if wetland areas can be avoided, and if not, ensure proper wetland permitting is conducted.
Communicate clearly what the project will look like and gain public buy-in. Provide state-of-the-art 3D drawings and record drawings for owners or developers.
Preliminary Stormwater Design
Determine if additional stormwater management BMPs and project SWPPs are necessary to meet local, state, and federal requirements.
Preliminary civil design combines survey, environmental, planning, and site constraints to develop an efficient infrastructure layout and site improvements up to a 30% level to maximize return on investment. Basis of Design (BOD) and Buildable Area Maps (BAM) dictate the available space for a PV Layout.
Prepare plans and specifications of ground cover throughout the site. This can include pollinator-friendly vegetation, low-maintenance screening, and planting assistance with stormwater management and soil stabilization.
Conduct a site visit to obtain soil samples from the proposed site area, conduct a thorough analysis of those soil samples, and prepare a final report outlining the results and recommendations.
Perform a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) in general compliance with the ASTM E1527-13 Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessments. Prepare natural resources assessments, a wetland and cultural resources review, and a regulatory review. A critical issues analysis (CIA) is important to understand the cost of development before incurring expenses.
Work with owners to review existing or contractor designs and confirm project compliance with national and local codes Assist owners and developers in creating RFPs according to best industry practices including technical exhibits, O&M requirements, schedule, and cost review services. Perform site visits to determine and mitigate access, hydrology, and potential issues before the build.
Alta & Third-Party Survey Verification
Prepare an industry-standard land survey, including topography, obstructions, easements, and ALTA requirements for use in all stages or phases of a project. Provide Third-Party Services Verification. Incorporate Title Management, Acquisition, and Landowner Relations in the initial stages of your project with our Right of Way services.
Professional services as an Owner’s Representative, serving as a project manager and quality assurance representative. Our goal is to provide support throughout the project life cycle, from feasibility stages to planning, construction, operation, and maintenance. Services may include engineering reviews, capital planning, representation during ownership transitions, design and construction support, as well as operation and maintenance support.
Hydraulics and Hydrology services include Dam Breach Studies & Digital Inundation Mapping, Flood Hazard Evaluation & Modeling, HEC-RAS Modeling, HEC-HMS for Dam Inflow Design Flood Studies, Hazard Classification Evaluations, Spill Capacity Assessments, and Stormwater Management.
Professional services for FERC Coordination include engineering consultation and support, annual inspections, permitting, reporting support services, correspondence, and representation. Emergency Action Plan support and preparation. FERC licensing & relicensing.
WSB provides environmental support services, including Wetland Delineation, Fish and Eel Passage Feasibility Studies and Design, Stream and Aquatic Habitat Restoration, Bank/Stream Stabilization, and Environmental Impact Studies.
ECI Review Facilitation supports hydro asset owners proving independent review of option evaluation studies and preliminary design reports, including constructability reviews utilizing industry partners to provide improved job costing and construction risk assessments.
Dam Removal ans Stream Restoration includes the development of engineering feasibility studies, environmental studies, permitting, FERC coordination, and public relations communication. Engineering designs, including risk assessment / evaluation, public safety and engagement, sediment transport and management plans, and project cost estimation.
Included in our Civil and Structural Design expertise is Dam Design and Construction, Gate Rehabilitation, Spillway & Concrete Rehabilitation, Barrier Design and Installation Support, Hazard Classification Studies & Consultation, Dam Safety Inspections/Evaluation, Dam Safety Training for Asset Owners, Project Risk Assessments, Site Inspection and Investigations. Resident Construction Inspection and Engineering Services.
Asset Management includes documentation and inventory of assets, site and condition assessment, prioritization strategies for modernizing owned and operated assets, and independent reviews of capital budget plans. Facility Condition Assessment.
Development of Strategic Communication strategies to support FERC Relicensing, General Public Relations and Engagement, Public Hearings, and Strategic Negotiations related to License Surrender and Dam Removal. Support Asset Owners in preparation of applications for State and Federal Funding Opportunities.
Renewables Overview
RENEWABLE ENERGY SERVICES
Growth of Renewable
Renewable energy is the fastest-growing segment of the energy market, driven by falling costs and strong policy support.
Market Opportunities & Incentives
Tax credits and subsidies | Corporate sustainability commitments | Technological advancements lowering costs
Utility Data Integration
Damage Prevention
Hydro
Gas Engineering
Substation Engineering
Inspection Services
Transmission & Distribution Line Engineering
Solar
Wind
We provide end-to-end engineering for overhead and underground lines, including route planning, structural analysis, and environmental permitting. Our work ensures reliable delivery of electricity across vast networks.
We assist utilities in integrating solar energy into their portfolios through site assessments, engineering design, and interconnection planning. Our solutions enable large-scale solar projects to connect seamlessly with existing infrastructure.
We design, upgrade, and maintain substations to handle modern grid demands. Our services include electrical layout, protection systems, and automation integration to ensure efficient power flow and grid stability.
Our inspection teams deploy advanced tools such as drones, thermal imaging, and ultrasonic testing to assess the condition of critical assets. We identify potential failures before they occur, reducing downtime and improving safety.
We provide engineering and operational support for hydroelectric facilities, including dam inspections, turbine maintenance, and environmental compliance. Our expertise helps utilities maximize renewable generation while protecting ecosystems.
Our gas engineering services cover design, planning, and maintenance of gas distribution networks. We ensure systems meet stringent safety standards, optimize flow efficiency, and incorporate modern materials and technologies for long-term reliability.
We streamline data from multiple sources like asset management systems, GIS platforms, and operational databases into a unified view. This integration improves decision-making, enhances compliance reporting, and supports predictive maintenance strategies.
We help utilities protect underground infrastructure by providing advanced locating and monitoring services. Our teams use cutting-edge detection technology and GIS mapping to prevent accidental strikes during excavation, reducing costly outages and ensuring public safety.
Energy Utilities Field Services
Role in Traditional Energy Supply
Key Services
Challenges
Regulatory Compliance Sustainability Aging Infrastructure
Infrastructure and Reliability
Maintaining transmission lines, substations, and pipelines is critical for uninterrupted service. Field services provide the expertise to keep systems safe and efficient.
Utilities remain the backbone of energy delivery, ensuring reliable power through robust infrastructure and skilled field services.
Our wind energy services include turbine siting, structural engineering, and grid interconnection. We help utilities harness wind power effectively, supporting renewable targets and diversifying energy sources.
CHALLENGES
INTEGRATION & TIMELINE
How Utilities & Renewables Intersect
Utilities are partnering with renewable developers to create hybrid systems.
Grid Modernization
Smart grids, advanced metering, and automation enable seamless integration.
Policy & Investment Outlook
Governments are prioritizing infrastructure upgrades and renewable incentives.
FuTURE OUTLOOK
Hydrogen power Advanced energy storage AI-driven grid optimization
Emerging Technologies
Achieving carbon neutrality by mid-century requires collaboration.
Sustainability Goals
Invest in digital transformation Expand renewable portfolios Foster partnerships for innovation
Strategic Recommendations
Say “yes” to opportunities
We are a curious firm that explores new ideas to push our industry and differentiate for our clients. We encourage our staff to say “yes” and have training and programs to tap into our entrepreneurial foundation that WSB was built off.
Never lose sight of our clients & projects
We are client focused and always consider perspective, and the needs of the client, their projects, and the many stakeholders who rely on our work.
Position all staff for success
At WSB, we are committed to creating new opportunities for leaders to emerge, our strategies are growth-focused, which create natural leadership opportunities; we also provide training and mentorship to support the growth of talented staff.
WSB's DIgital Lifecycle
Lead the AEC industry in advancing technology
We are committed to being an industry leader in the advancement of technology through new and existing partnerships and how we implement tools and solutions on our projects.
Partner with like-minded people
We partner with stakeholders that have a similar approach and aren’t afraid of disrupting the status quo to better support infrastructure in our communities. Together, we take a bold approach to shaping the communities we serve.
Our approach
Innovation
Committed to creating effciencies through cutting edge solutions. Leading the industry in our approach to project delivery
Quality
Projects that are delivered on-time and on-budget Active engagement in quality management and improved processes
Technical Excellence
Skills that are internally and externally recognized. Significant contributions to professional organizations and/or partnerships
Community-Driven
Local expertise focused on delivering with a community-based approach. Understanding that every client's needs are unique.
We are results driven.
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Local Government Services
Civil Engineering
Community Planning
Drinking Water
Natural Resources
Investigation & Remediation
Grants & Funding
Environmental Compliance
Economic Devlopment
Sustainability
Smart Cities
Road Design
Public Engagement
Parks & Open Spaces
Water Resources
Wastewater
Transportation Planning
Infrastructure asset management is an actionable, lifecycle planning strategy that helps agencies minimize the total cost of ownership, increase asset reliability and extract value from critical and natural infrastructures such as roads, bridges, energy and parks. WSB firmly believes asset management is most effective and innovative when discussions happen across an agency. To maximize these conversations, we help clients navigate the asset management process, create strategic plans, implement technology and identify risk areas. The collaborative process develops a platform to communicate funding needs and the technical tools and planning to optimize those investments.
Civil engineering creates designs and plans tailored with the citizens in mind. Working closely with community leaders, our civil engineers and project managers collaborate to improve the community and creatively deliver those goals. We are an extension of your community and design every project to help shape the world we live in.
Community and business needs constantly evolve and often involve complex infrastructure challenges. Economic, social and environmental goals are driving communities and business to seek more sustainable solutions. Small Area Plans Zoning Ordinance Amendments Review Planning Applications and Make Recommendations Work with the Residents and Applicants to achieve Implementable Projects Community Code Enforcement Tree Preservation and Sidewalk Policies
We have experts for every stage of the construction process. We are on-site and in the field to ensure your project is completed and documented every step of the way. Your project will be completed accurately, on time and on budget. Constructability Review Construction Materials Testing & Inspection Geotechnical Engineering Contract Administration Survey
Planning for your community’s growth and increasing drinking water demands is imperative. From rehabilitating existing storage tanks to performing comprehensive water studies, our hydrologists, engineers and scientists partner with you to identify solutions that provide safe and clean drinking water for years to come.
Economic Development
Gathering and sharing information about a community should be ongoing. We position communities to the right audiences quickly, affordably and effectively. We serve as the first point of contact and are the one-stop shop for all business and economic development inquiries. From the initial contact to the development agreement, we are actively engaged in providing information to prospects that lead to successful market matches. Downtown Master Plans Small Area Plans Strategic Implementation Plans Shovel Ready Site Assistance Assistance with Funding and Grant Sources
Environmental regulations are not in place to prevent progress; they exist to enhance progress. Understanding regulations and protocols is the first step in identifying cost-effective, long-term solutions. We help clients understand policies and protect environmental resources without sacrificing progress or project success.
Funding can make or break project success. Finding opportunities and completing application processes can be challenging for communities. Knowing how critical this support is, we’ve developed a web-based database that notifies our clients of financial opportunities. We create awareness and assist with the grant and funding application processes. Parks Trails/Sidewalks Infrastructure Drinking Water/Wastewater Economic Development Natural Resources Climate Change and Resiliency
Creating value in unexpected places is what drives us forward. Identifying and quantifying environmental liabilities is the first of many steps in the environmental investigation and remediation process. Whether a project is in the urban core or a rural setting, our scientists, geologists, and environmental specialists keep projects moving forward.
Identifying, protecting and improving natural resources is critical, especially during a project. Part of a community’s personality is defined by its natural resources. From invasive species management to habitat restoration, we achieve project goals without compromising resources.
Creating a unique environment that compliments project goals is achieved through an Integrated Design Approach (IDA). Working collaboratively with engineers and planners, our landscape architecture team identifies creative ways to solve problems, resulting in inspiring designs that achieve goals. Parks and Trails Public Waterfronts Outdoor Performance Venues Memorials Campgrounds Interpretive and Wayfinding Signs Urban Design / Streetscape Sr. Housing / Mixed-Use / Residential Developments
As a firm, we recognize the vital role public engagement plays in facilitating communication, engaging stakeholders and communities, and achieving success for our clients. In the end, these projects impact our quality of life. Ensuring the public has a voice is key to project success. We are a team of public engagement professionals with a deep background in strategic communications. We think beyond the traditional open house to strategically address engagement and communications needs. Public engagement means listening, understanding, and addressing stakeholder needs. We tailor engagement strategies to meet the unique goals of each project through an innovative, collaborative, and inclusive process.
Where new or better roads are needed to improve mobility and safety, we can help you find solutions. Our design teams deliver well-considered and constructed highways, freeways, roundabouts and urban streets that stand the test of time.
Is your city ready to collect data and produce insights to manage your assets, resources and services more efficiently? Data collected from citizens, devices and assets can monitor and manage traffic and transportation systems, power plants, utilities, water supply networks, waste management, crime detection, information systems, schools, libraries, hospitals and other community services unlike ever before.
Community and business needs constantly evolve and often involve complex infrastructure challenges. Economic, social and environmental goals are driving communities and business to seek more sustainable solutions. Innovative Stormwater Solutions Cutting Edge Infrastructure Design Local Economy Resiliency Renewable Energy Solutions Natural Resource Preservation and Management
Transportation Planning is not simply about planning a road or trail – it’s about preparing for the future. Our creative and experienced staff take the time to understand your goals and identify opportunities to merge functionality, mobility and quality of life seamlessly. Our collaborative approach encourages true partnership with our clients to discover new possibilities for projects together. Corridor studies Small area studies and plans Transportation plans Multimodal planning Funding and grant applications NEPA and MEPA process Agency and stakeholder coordination
Wastewater treatment and collection are critical components of your infrastructure. We look at the full life cycle of wastewater management from ease of maintenance and financial impact. Our knowledge of regulatory agencies keeps your project from encountering regulatory or permitting obstacles while identifying funding opportunities to help make your projects work within your budget.
The balance of engineering, ecosystems and social impacts come together to create sustainable water infrastructure. Water resources focus on flooding and resiliency as well as improving water quality, impaired water bodies, and regulatory compliance. Our approach has evolved to include integrated design and analysis with expertise in engineering, biology, ecology, landscape architecture and policy development.
Altus Reservoir Phase 1
Project Feature
WSB worked with the City of Maple Grove to revitalize Main Street - a focal point of the community for more than two decades, by coordinating planning efforts and managing the reconstruction of the corridor. During the planning process, a unified vision was identified which would revitalize the corridor. A significant challenge in the project was ensuring that all the businesses were able to maintain access during construction. WSB broke the project into three phases to ensure safe access for users throughout the construction process. Since several businesses had only one entrance, phasing and staging were critical to the success of the project. Now complete, the Main Street Corridor has been transformed into an updated, visually stunning centerpiece of Maple Grove that residents and visitors will enjoy for years to come.
Maple Grove Main Street Redevelopment
Tulsa, OK
Client | City of Altus
In 2016, the City of Altus initiated the planning process for the redevelopment of Altus Lake and Hoyt Shadid Park. By 2020, the city hired WSB to develop construction plans and specifications for Phase I of this project. Phase I encompassed dredging and grading the lake bottom, alongside realigning the lake’s perimeter. The plans also included the installation of a 10-foot walking trail, the creation of two new parking lots and the construction of a sheet pile retaining wall to provide a dedicated deep-water fishing area. The perimeter was reshaped to enhance aesthetic interest and provide more articulation. Additionally, a Flexamat strip was installed around the edge at the water surface elevation to secure the perimeter against erosion caused by wave action. Material dredged from the lake bottom was used to reshape the 15-acre Hoyt Shadid Park, which was subsequently resodded, creating a refreshed and sustainable environment for community use.
