Montgomery, AL Branch
Relationships First, Excellence Always
Our Montgomery, AL, team has an extensive knowledge of the area’s geology, enabling them to provide well-informed site knowledge to meet your project needs. We offer special inspection services to ensure compliance with International Building Code (IBC) requirements, such as floor flatness testing, StructureScan Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), thermal image scanning, and more. Our local team is experienced in performing the field work necessary to formulate the basis for our team of geotechnical engineers in Montgomery to provide analysis, and design recommendations specific to your site.
At the Helm
Regional Manager Jeff Richardson, P.G.
Leading our Montgomery branch is Jeff Richardson, P.G., a seasoned geologist with over 25 years of experience. Jeff’s technical expertise spans across a wide range of projects, encompassing geotechnical subsurface exploration, evaluations, monitoring, special inspections, and field supervision.
He fosters a collaborative environment, leading a team of geotechnical engineers, construction materials testing (CMT) field technicians, environmental consultants, and certified inspectors.
Address
1211 Newell Pkwy
Montgomery, AL 36110
Contact Information
Phone: (334) 260-9174
Fax: (205) 836-9007
Email: Submit Form
Hours
Mon-Fri
7:30 AM – 5:00 PM or scheduled as needed
Build with Us
Our team of professional engineers and CMT experts look forward to learning how we can help you build Montgomery, Alabama and beyond. Request a proposal or contact our branch manager to get started
Construction & Engineering
Careers in Montgomery, AL
Want to join an elite team? As an ENR Top 500 professional service firm with 16 locations across the Southeast and Midwest, we’re committed to the pursuit of excellence and finding innovative solutions for our customers. This culture of community and prioritizing relationships has been essential to our success and hitting our 25-year anniversary milestone. We are looking for a select few team players to join our unique culture.
What We Do
Building & Earth office provides a full range construction materials testing (CMT) services including Laboratory and Field Testing, Soil Testing, Asphalt Testing and Concrete Testing.
Asphalt Testing
- Superpave Mix Evaluation
- Stability & Flow
- Marshall Density
- Bulk Specific Gravity
- Extraction/Gradation
Concrete Testing
- Compressive Strength
- Flexural Strength
- Unit Weight
- Mix Design
- Splitting Tensile Test
Field Testing
- Compaction and Moisture Testing of Soil and Base
- Foundation Observations
- Concrete testing including Slump, Air Content, Compressive strength
- Masonry Testing and Observation Services
- Asphalt Testing Services
Soil Testing
- Modified & Standard Proctor
- Swell Testing of Plastic Soils
- Classification Tests (Gradation/Atterberg Limit Tests)
- California Bearing Ratio
- Limerock Bearing Ratio
Our drilling and coring services team has vast knowledge of testing and evaluating subsurface conditions and materials.
- Split Spoon and Shelby Tube Sampling
- Rock Coring
- Concrete Coring
- Mineral Investigation
- Borrow Pit Investigation
- Well Monitoring
- All-Terrain Drilling Capabilities
To avoid the cost and stress of dealing with hazardous materials Building & Earth provides Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) as well as lead and asbestos surveys.
- Geological Investigations
- Site Selection Evaluation Studies
- Phase I ESA
- Phase II ESA
- ESAs to comply with National Environmental Policy Act
Our professional geotechnical engineers possess significant experience with the unique subsurface geological conditions of each region we service.
- Geotechnical engineering
- Geotechnical consulting
- Geotechnical Engineers staffing
- Subsurface exploration
- Geophysical seismic site classification
- Dynamic soils properties (seismic and cyclical)
- Ground penetrating radar (GPR) studies
- Site excavation planning including dewatering design
- Engineering geology/geologic studies
- Mechanically-stabilized earth fill design
- Sinkhole exploration and remediation recommendations
- Impoundment liner design
- Field permeability testing
- Field soil strength testing
- Geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring
We offer a broad array of special inspection services including: structured steel inspections, masonry inspections, coatings inspections, roofing inspections, pavement inspections and failure investigation and analysis.
Structural Steel Inspections
- Certified Welding Inspectors
- Audit of plant and field procedures to determine conformance
- Destructive and nondestructive testing
- Welder and procedure qualification
- Prepare and evaluate welding procedures
Masonry Inspections
- Reinforcing steel observation
- Preparing and testing mortar and grout specimens
- Concrete block, brick and masonry prism testing
- Observation of conformance with construction documents
- Absorption and Efflorescence
Coatings Inspections
- Fireproofing-thickness, density, adhesion/cohesion
- Intumescent Paint
- Paint – wet and dry film thickness
Roofing Inspections
- Roofing Inspectors
- Evaluation of roofing materials and specifications
- Application and conformance monitoring
Pavement Inspections
- Pavement management services
- Pavement Condition Surveys and tests for functional and structural distress
Failure Investigation and Analysis
- Evaluate distress in architectural and structural materials
- Provide litigation support and expert services
Building & Earth is dedicated to providing the most current, innovative technology to satisfy our clients’ demands for more useful information utilizing minimally invasive techniques.
- Seismic Site Classification utilizing shear wave analysis (Re-Mi)
- Non-invasive studies utililizing StructureScan/UtilityScan ground penetrating Radar (GPR)
- Floor Flatness Profiling utilizing FACE Dipstick Device
- Thermal Image Scanning utilizing FLIR
- Slip Resistance Testing
- Concrete Floor Gloss Testing (Static Coefficient of Friction)
- Condition Survey of Structures
Living & Working in
Montgomery, Alabama
Montgomery is home to Maxwell Air Force Base and several international companies like Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama. Interested in making a home in Montgomery? The city adheres to a Smart Code, a zoning and planning code that encourages walkability, sustainability and mixed-use developments.
History buffs can delve into the past at the Alabama State Capitol, a National Historic Landmark, and stand where Jefferson Davis was inaugurated. The Civil Rights Movement comes alive at the Rosa Parks Museum with its immersive exhibits and at Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once preached. The Legacy Museum and the National Memorial for Peace and Justice confront the harsh realities of America’s racial history. Craving a glimpse into the 1800s? Old Alabama Town, a meticulously restored village, transports visitors back in time. And for those seeking relaxation, Montgomery’s Riverfront Park with its scenic vistas and family-friendly activities provides the perfect escape.
The city also boasts its fair share of arts and cultural attractions. While you’re in town, see a show at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival—one of the country’s most celebrated theatres. If you’re more into sports, head over to the baseball diamond for a Montgomery Biscuits game. Or, have your choice of water activities along the Alabama River. There’s something for everyone in Montgomery.