Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Civil Engineering and Surveying Partner in Brookings, SD
Civil Design Inc. has been a trusted leader in civil engineering and land surveying since 1998, serving clients across the Midwest with precision and expertise. Our team of licensed professionals specializes in transportation engineering, municipal infrastructure, environmental permitting, and industrial site design, delivering tailored solutions for complex projects. With decades of combined experience, we prioritize collaboration, quality control, and client satisfaction, ensuring every project meets rigorous standards. Our commitment to innovation and technical excellence has earned recognition from industry organizations, including the American Society of Civil Engineers. From feasibility studies to construction administration, we provide end-to-end services that transform concepts into reality.Our partnerships with specialized firms allow us to offer comprehensive 'one-stop-shopping' for all civil engineering needs. With offices in Brookings, South Dakota, we serve a diverse range of clients, including municipalities, universities, and private industries. Our dedication to community development and sustainable practices underscores every project we undertake. Backed by certifications from the South Dakota Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration, we ensure compliance with the highest industry standards. Celebrating 25 years of excellence, we remain focused on building lasting relationships through integrity and exceptional service.
Services
Land Surveying
Transportation Engineering
Environmental Permitting
Municipal Engineering
Railroad Design
Site Development
Bridge Rehabilitation
Stormwater Management
Construction Administration
Feasibility Studies
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in civil engineering and land surveying across seven Midwestern states.
- Our team includes licensed engineers and surveyors with specialized certifications from SD DOT and FHWA.
- We offer comprehensive 'one-stop-shopping' through strategic partnerships with architectural and geotechnical firms.
- Our systematic approach ensures compliance with AASHTO, DOT, and environmental regulations.
- We maintain a 98% client retention rate through transparent communication and project delivery excellence.
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services encompass transportation systems, municipal infrastructure, and industrial site design. We deliver comprehensive solutions from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with AASHTO and DOT standards. Our engineers have specialized expertise in railroad systems and environmental permitting across seven Midwestern states.
Land Surveying
We provide ALTA surveys, boundary analysis, and construction staking using advanced GPS technology. Our surveyors hold certifications in multiple states and specialize in complex projects requiring precise topographic and hydraulic measurements for infrastructure development.
Transportation Engineering
Our transportation engineering includes roadway design, bridge rehabilitation, and railroad systems. We've completed over $50 million in transportation projects, including the D&I Railroad Bridge reconstruction following 2019 flood damage using innovative steel composite designs.
Environmental Permitting
We navigate environmental regulations for land development projects, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements. Our team prepares detailed stormwater management plans and wastewater treatment designs that meet EPA and DENR standards.
Municipal Engineering
We design municipal infrastructure including streets, utilities, and drainage systems. Recent projects include Brookings 22nd Ave reconstruction featuring improved traffic flow, pedestrian pathways, and storm sewer upgrades that came in 14.5% under budget.
People
Carey Bretsch
President & Co-Founder
With 40+ years in civil engineering, Carey leads our innovation efforts and mentors engineers. He holds licenses in seven states and has managed over 200 transportation projects across the Midwest.
Jeffrey Cooley
Chief Executive Officer
Jeff oversees all operations and project development. A licensed engineer in six states, he specializes in railroad track layout and site design with 15+ years of leadership experience.
Andrew Kangas
Vice President
Licensed as both engineer and surveyor, Andrew manages field operations and survey crews. He has directed over 100 land development projects since joining in 2006.
Chris Brozik
VP Structural Engineering
Specializing in bridge design, Chris has led 40+ structural projects. He holds multiple industry awards and certifications in railroad bridge inspection from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Jackie Toft
Director of Projects
Jackie manages project execution across departments. With a business degree and 10+ years in project management, she ensures timely delivery of complex multi-million dollar infrastructure projects.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, Iowa, Minnesota, Illinois, Indiana, and Texas with civil engineering and surveying services.
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize in transportation engineering, municipal infrastructure, railroad design, industrial site development, and environmental permitting projects.
Are your engineers licensed and certified?
All our engineers hold professional licenses in multiple states and have certifications from SD DOT, FHWA, and AREMA.
Can you handle complex municipal projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience with municipal streets, utilities, drainage systems, and public infrastructure rehabilitation projects.
Do you offer construction phase services?
We provide full construction administration, including staking, material testing, and compliance monitoring throughout project execution.
