Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner Since 1962
At DOWL, our people are the foundation of our firm. Since 1962, we have combined technical expertise with community-focused values to deliver engineering, environmental, and construction services that address complex challenges. Our ISO 9001-certified quality management system ensures rigorous standards, while our commitment to safety, sustainability, and inclusion guides every project. With over 560 professionals across seven western U.S. states, we specialize in transportation, civil, structural, water resources, and geotechnical engineering, alongside environmental planning and surveying.Our history of innovation began in an Anchorage garage and has grown through strategic mergers, yet we maintain the same dedication to solving problems creatively and responsibly. We prioritize long-term client relationships, regulatory compliance, and forward-thinking solutions that balance technical excellence with environmental stewardship. Our multidisciplinary teams collaborate across offices in Alaska, Arizona, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming to transform infrastructure needs into enduring realities.
Services
Water and Environmental Services
Transportation Engineering
Civil Land Development
Bridge Design
Geotechnical Investigations
Construction Management
Surveying
Environmental Permitting
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of engineering expertise across seven western states
- Our ISO 9001-certified quality management system ensures consistent excellence
- We prioritize safety with dedicated risk and safety officers nationwide
- Our multidisciplinary teams handle projects from concept through construction
- We maintain local expertise with offices in Alaska, Arizona, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
Services
Water and Environmental Services
Our water and environmental specialists conduct comprehensive analyses for drainage systems, wastewater treatment, and natural resource protection. We combine regulatory expertise with technical innovation to develop sustainable solutions for municipal and industrial clients. Our team handles permitting, wetland assessments, and hydraulic modeling to ensure compliance with federal and state environmental regulations.
Bridge Design
We provide full-service bridge engineering for new construction and rehabilitation projects. Our expertise includes concrete, steel, and timber structures with seismic retrofitting capabilities. Using advanced modeling software, we optimize designs for constructability while maintaining safety standards for pedestrian and vehicular bridges across diverse environments.
Geotechnical Investigations
Our geoscience team evaluates subsurface conditions to inform foundation design and construction planning. Services include soil testing, rock slope stabilization, and seismic analysis. We provide critical data for infrastructure projects through field investigations and laboratory testing to ensure structural integrity and regulatory compliance.
Transportation Planning
We develop comprehensive transportation solutions for urban and rural roadways. Our services cover traffic analysis, intersection design, and multimodal planning. We specialize in ADA compliance, alternative intersection designs, and transportation system management to improve safety and efficiency for public and private clients.
Construction Management
Our construction experts provide full-cycle project management from bidding to completion. We offer quality control, cost estimation, and contract administration services. Our team ensures compliance with specifications through material testing, progress monitoring, and risk mitigation strategies for complex infrastructure projects.
People
Jeffrey Shoemaker
President
Licensed professional engineer with extensive leadership experience in civil infrastructure projects. Specializes in strategic growth initiatives and client relationship management across western U.S. markets.
Brent Farr
Practice Lead
Environmental engineering expert with 20+ years of experience in water resources management. Leads technical teams for complex drainage and wastewater treatment projects across multiple states.
Bob Goodrich
Practice Lead
Bridge engineering specialist with expertise in seismic retrofitting and structural analysis. Directs multidisciplinary teams for major transportation infrastructure projects throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Keri Nutter
Geoscience Manager
Certified professional geologist with deep expertise in subsurface investigations. Manages geotechnical teams for infrastructure projects requiring advanced soil and rock analysis techniques.
Kristen Hansen
Team Lead
Senior environmental specialist with focus on regulatory compliance and permitting. Directs NEPA documentation processes and coordinates with federal agencies for large-scale infrastructure projects.
Questions
What geographic areas does DOWL serve?
We operate across seven western U.S. states including Alaska, Arizona, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming.
What engineering disciplines does DOWL specialize in?
We provide transportation, civil, structural, water resources, and geotechnical engineering services alongside environmental consulting and surveying.
Is DOWL ISO certified?
Yes, we maintain ISO 9001 certification for our quality management system through British Standards Institute audits.
What construction services does DOWL offer?
We provide full-cycle construction management including bidding, quality control, cost estimation, and project closeout documentation.
How does DOWL handle environmental permitting?
Our specialists manage NEPA documentation, wetland delineations, and regulatory compliance for federal, state, and local agencies.
What safety measures does DOWL implement?
We have dedicated risk and safety officers who enforce safety protocols across all projects and conduct regular staff training programs.
Reviews (1)
Justin Green
Aug 24, 2016
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They are supposed to be representing you against state issues but from the looks of the building it looks like they represent themselves, I am very disappointed in their looking out for me!
