Business Details
Your Trusted Civil Engineering Partner in Stevens Point, WI
Point of Beginning, Inc. is a multi-faceted civil engineering, land surveying, landscape architecture, and materials testing firm based in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. With additional offices in Green Bay and Sun Prairie, we deliver affordable, industry-leading services to public and private sectors across Athletic Facilities, K-12 Education, Higher Education, Healthcare, Retail Commercial, Residential, Industrial, Municipal, and Transportation sectors. Our team includes Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Landscape Architects, field crews, CADD technicians, and administrative professionals who collaborate to ensure project success.Utilizing state-of-the-art computer equipment, we minimize errors and enhance data integrity while maintaining a focus on customer satisfaction through superior service, meticulous attention to detail, and decades of industry experience. Our integrated approach allows us to tailor solutions to client-specific needs, consistently delivering projects on time and within budget.
Services
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Landscape Architecture
Materials Testing
Subsurface Soil Investigation
3D Drone Services
Construction Observation
Stormwater Management
Site Maintenance
Permitting Services
Highlights and features
- We are 100% employee-owned, ensuring accountability and commitment.
- Our staff includes Professional Engineers, Surveyors, and Landscape Architects with 25+ years of combined experience.
- We utilize state-of-the-art technology to ensure data accuracy and efficiency.
- We guarantee on-time, on-budget project delivery with no hidden costs.
- We operate three fully equipped, WisDOT-certified materials testing laboratories.
Associations and certifications
- WisDOT
What people say
Excellent quality work
Timely and professional
Dependable partner
Creative solutions
Attention to detail
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team specializes in urban planning, transportation systems, and municipal infrastructure projects. We provide end-to-end solutions including site evaluation, stormwater management, and federal permitting. With expertise in both public and private sector projects, we deliver technically sound designs that balance client needs with regulatory requirements. Our engineers have completed over $100 million in projects across Wisconsin.
Land Surveying
We offer comprehensive land surveying services including boundary determination, topographic mapping, and construction staking. Our team utilizes advanced GPS and robotic equipment to ensure precise measurements for residential, commercial, and municipal projects. With 25+ years of experience, we provide accurate data that forms the foundation for successful engineering and construction efforts.
Materials Testing
Our WisDOT-certified laboratories conduct comprehensive materials testing for construction projects. Services include concrete strength testing, asphalt density analysis, and soil compaction verification. With both fixed and mobile lab capabilities, we ensure construction materials meet specifications and regulatory standards throughout Wisconsin.
Landscape Architecture
Our licensed landscape architects create functional, aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces for educational, healthcare, and recreational facilities. Services include site master planning, irrigation design, and athletic field development. We integrate sustainable practices with practical design to create spaces that enhance community value and usability.
Subsurface Soil Investigation
We provide subsurface soil investigation services using advanced drilling equipment and analysis techniques. Our team performs soil boring evaluations and generates detailed reports for foundation design, road construction, and environmental assessments. With 30+ years of experience, we deliver critical subsurface data that informs safe, cost-effective project planning.
People
Jim Lundberg
Director of Engineering
Jim leads our design engineering team with 20+ years of experience in civil engineering and stormwater management. He specializes in municipal infrastructure projects and permit acquisition.
Dan St. Pierre
Division Leader of Construction Engineering
Dan oversees construction administration and materials testing with 15 years of expertise in roadway design and project management for complex infrastructure projects.
Rich Riggs
Site Maintenance Team Captain
Rich manages athletic field maintenance and site improvement projects with specialized expertise in G-MAX playability testing and safety assessments for sports facilities.
Neil Henriksen
Subsurface Soil Investigation Leader
Neil directs geotechnical services with 18 years of experience in subsurface exploration, including deep soil sampling and borehole logging for infrastructure projects.
Ed Oszweski
Materials Testing Team Captain
Ed manages our WisDOT-certified labs with ACI and PCCTEC certifications, specializing in concrete, asphalt, and soil testing for construction quality control.
Questions
What engineering services do you specialize in?
We specialize in civil engineering, land surveying, landscape architecture, and materials testing for commercial, residential, and municipal projects.
Do you serve clients outside Wisconsin?
We primarily serve Wisconsin but also work on projects in Minnesota, Iowa, and Illinois through our licensed team members.
Are your materials testing labs certified?
Yes, we operate two WisDOT-certified laboratories with full testing capabilities for concrete, asphalt, and soil analysis.
How does your employee-owned structure benefit clients?
Our employee-owned model fosters accountability, long-term commitment, and direct communication with project experts.
Can you handle complex municipal infrastructure projects?
Yes, our team has completed over $100 million in municipal projects including schools, transportation systems, and healthcare facilities.
Do you offer subsurface soil investigation services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive geotechnical services using specialized drilling equipment and analysis for foundation and road projects.
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Eric Quackenboss
Apr 04, 2022
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I reach out for a quote; was contacted in a matter of hours, and Jordan was out within 10 days to get my lot marked. He was fast, accurate and very quick with follow ups. 5 out of 5. Highly recommend POB.