Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering Since 1908
Founded in 1908, Bowman & Williams has established itself as a trusted leader in civil engineering and land surveying services across Santa Cruz County and the Monterey Bay region. Our firm combines over a century of experience with modern technological advancements to deliver tailored solutions for residential, commercial, and public sector projects. We specialize in grading and drainage design, boundary surveys, construction management, and erosion control, leveraging historical records dating back to the early 1900s to ensure precision in every project. Our team of licensed civil engineers and land surveyors prioritizes proactive problem-solving and maintains strong relationships with local permitting agencies to streamline project execution.With expertise in school facility development, public works infrastructure, and subdivision design, we are committed to enhancing community growth through sustainable and code-compliant engineering practices. Our principals take personal pride in every assignment, whether large-scale municipal work or private homeowner projects, ensuring the same rigorous standards of quality and client care across all engagements.
Services
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Construction Management
Boundary Surveys
Drainage Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1908
Highlights and features
- We offer 115+ years of combined civil engineering experience in Santa Cruz County
- Our in-house historical records improve survey accuracy in challenging terrains
- We maintain active partnerships with local permitting agencies for streamlined approvals
- Our team includes licensed engineers with specialized stormwater management expertise
- We provide construction administration services for both private and government entities
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services encompass infrastructure development for residential and commercial projects. We specialize in grading plans, drainage solutions, and erosion control while coordinating utility installations for water, sewer, and storm systems. Our team provides construction documentation and stormwater management plans that meet federal and state regulatory requirements.
Land Surveying
Land surveying services include boundary determination, topographic mapping, and subdivision plats using historical records dating to 1902. We conduct construction staking, elevation certifications, and hydraulic topographic surveys to support drainage analysis in Santa Cruz County's diverse terrain.
Construction Management
We offer comprehensive construction management for public and private projects, including site oversight, document coordination, and agency communication. Our services cover pre-construction planning, material submittal reviews, and as-built documentation to ensure project compliance and successful completion.
People
Ben Rylander
Principal Civil Engineer, President
Licensed Professional Engineer with Qualified Stormwater Developer certification. Leads engineering operations and strategic direction while maintaining active involvement in complex project execution across Santa Cruz County.
Joel F. Ricca
Principal Civil Engineer
Vice President and senior engineer with extensive experience in public works infrastructure and regulatory compliance. Specializes in coordinating large-scale municipal projects and navigating permitting processes for government entities.
Kerri Brennan
Associate Civil Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer focused on residential and commercial development projects. Provides technical expertise in drainage solutions and erosion control planning while supporting stormwater management compliance efforts.
Bryan Happee
Director of Land Surveying
Professional Land Surveyor overseeing survey operations and historical record management. Specializes in boundary determination and construction staking for projects across diverse coastal and mountainous terrains in the region.
Donald Snyder
Associate Land Surveyor
Licensed land surveyor with expertise in topographic mapping and subdivision design. Supports field operations and document preparation while maintaining the firm's extensive archive of historical survey records.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Santa Cruz County and the Monterey Bay region, including Soquel, Santa Cruz, and surrounding communities.
What types of projects do you handle?
We work on residential developments, commercial projects, public works infrastructure, school facilities, and land subdivisions.
Do you offer historical survey records?
Yes, we maintain in-house survey records dating back to 1902 to aid in boundary determination and property re-establishment.
Are you available for emergency services?
We do not offer 24/7 emergency services but prioritize timely responses to urgent project needs during business hours.
How can I request an estimate?
Contact us via phone at 831-426-3560 or visit our website to submit a Request for Estimate form.
