Business Details
26 Years
experience
Trusted Engineering Solutions in Highlands Ranch, CO
Founded in 2000 by Greg Murphy, Calibre Engineering has established itself as a nationally recognized Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Our firm specializes in civil and structural engineering, construction phase services, and innovative whitewater engineering solutions. With headquarters in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, and offices in California and North Carolina, we deliver projects across the United States while maintaining a family-oriented workplace culture. Our mission focuses on community impact through engineering excellence, guided by core values like environmental stewardship and employee growth. Recognized as #5 Best Small AEC Firm to Work For in North America, our award-winning team combines technical precision with creative problem-solving.We have completed high-profile projects including river restoration initiatives and flood mitigation systems while maintaining certifications as a CVE-Verified SDVOSB. Our 25-year history demonstrates consistent growth from civil engineering roots to multidisciplinary service offerings. Through programs like our Calibre Appreciation & Team-Building (CAT) initiative, we foster professional development and community engagement. Our technical expertise spans watershed planning, geomorphology, and resilient infrastructure design that adapts to natural water cycles.
Services
Bank stabilization
Channel restoration
Whitewater parks
Flood mitigation
Geomorphology analysis
Stormwater management
Dam design
River planning
Erosion control
Watershed modeling
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 25 years of specialized expertise in civil and water resources engineering
- Our SDVOSB certification demonstrates commitment to veteran business values
- Award-winning team recognized among North America's best AEC firms
- We implement holistic watershed planning with natural cycle adaptation
- Our designs integrate environmental stewardship with community recreation needs
Associations and certifications
- Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- CVE-Verified SDVOSB
Services
Flood Mitigation
Our flood mitigation services combine geomorphological analysis with infrastructure design to prevent catastrophic flooding. We've successfully implemented solutions in Englewood's South Basin and Tollgate Creek areas. Our approach considers natural water cycles while protecting communities and existing infrastructure through comprehensive watershed modeling.
Whitewater Park Design
Specializing in whitewater park design, we create recreational water features that balance community engagement with environmental sustainability. Notable projects include Durango Whitewater Park and Montgomery Whitewater in Alabama. Our designs incorporate safety features while maintaining natural river processes and habitat requirements.
Channel Restoration
Channel restoration services focus on stabilizing eroded waterways while preserving ecological functions. We've completed projects along the South Platte River and Jackass Gulch, using techniques that allow rivers to expand and contract naturally. Our methods improve water quality and aquatic habitat while reducing infrastructure damage risks.
Geomorphology Analysis
Our geomorphology expertise informs all water resource projects through detailed landform analysis. This science guides our approach to riverbank stabilization and watershed planning. By understanding stream behavior patterns, we create designs that accommodate natural sediment transport and channel evolution processes.
Stormwater Management
Comprehensive stormwater management solutions include conveyance systems, detention ponds, and low-impact development strategies. We design systems that handle current and future watershed conditions while meeting regulatory requirements. Our approach integrates rainwater harvesting and permeable surfaces to reduce urban runoff impacts.
People
Gregory Murphy
President
Founder of Calibre Engineering with 25 years leading civil engineering projects. Veteran advocate who established SDVOSB certification. Focuses on combining technical excellence with community development through innovative engineering solutions.
Ed Sabia
Structural Division Manager
Manages structural engineering projects with expertise in complex building systems. Brings extensive experience in military facility design and construction phase services to ensure structural integrity across diverse project types.
Brian Stephens-Hotopp
VP of Engineering
Water resources expert overseeing river restoration and flood control initiatives. Specializes in integrating ecological principles with engineering requirements for sustainable watershed management solutions.
Questions
What engineering services does Calibre specialize in?
We specialize in civil engineering, structural engineering, water resources, and whitewater park design with expertise in flood mitigation and river restoration projects.
Is Calibre Engineering a veteran-owned business?
Yes, we are a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) certified since our founding in 2000 by veteran Greg Murphy.
Where does Calibre Engineering operate?
We operate nationwide from offices in Highlands Ranch, CO; Wilmington, NC; and Camarillo, CA, with projects across North America.
What makes Calibre's approach unique?
Our approach uniquely combines technical engineering precision with environmental stewardship and community engagement principles in all our projects.
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