Business Details
40 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Marine and Heavy Civil Construction Services in Alameda, CA
Since 1986, Power Engineering Construction has specialized in delivering complex marine and heavy civil construction projects along the West Coast. Our expertise spans waterfront developments, underwater infrastructure, and critical land-based projects requiring precision in challenging environments. With a team of seasoned professionals and a comprehensive fleet of specialized equipment, we self-perform the majority of our work to maintain quality control and cost efficiency. Our 39-year track record demonstrates a commitment to safety, innovation, and client satisfaction, with 80% of our business coming from repeat clients. We prioritize environmental stewardship in sensitive coastal areas while maintaining a 71 EMR safety rating through rigorous training and risk mitigation protocols. Our leadership team brings decades of collective experience, with an average management tenure of 21 years, ensuring continuity and technical excellence across projects.From emergency response services to design-build solutions, we tackle technically demanding assignments that others avoid, combining modern equipment with creative problem-solving. Our one-hour emergency response capability in the San Francisco Bay Area and four-hour response throughout Central California underscores our reliability for critical infrastructure needs. With a deep bench of in-house commercial divers, engineers, and construction specialists, we deliver projects successfully from design through completion. Our culture of responsibility, ingenuity, and teamwork drives every project, ensuring clients receive transparent communication, accurate pricing, and no-surprises execution.
Services
Marine Construction
Heavy Civil Construction
Commercial Diving
Emergency Services
Design-Build
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 39 years of experience in marine and heavy civil construction
- Client-focused team with 21-year average management tenure
- Comprehensive safety program with 71 EMR rating
- In-house commercial diving and equipment capabilities
- One-hour emergency response in San Francisco Bay Area
Associations and certifications
- Association of Diving Contractors International (ADCI)
What people say
Proven track record
Technical expertise
Reliable execution
Safety focus
Emergency readiness
Services
Marine Construction
We specialize in complex marine construction projects including pier rehabilitation, dock building, and underwater infrastructure. Our capabilities cover ocean outfall pipelines, seawall installation, and subsea cable work. With specialized floating equipment and ADCI-certified divers, we execute projects in challenging marine environments while maintaining environmental compliance.
Heavy Civil Construction
Our heavy civil construction services include water/wastewater infrastructure, flood control systems, and slope stabilization. We handle deep excavations, mechanical installations, and habitat restoration projects. With extensive landside equipment and experienced crews, we deliver critical infrastructure improvements through meticulous planning and execution.
Commercial Diving
ADCI-certified commercial diving teams perform underwater construction, pipeline repairs, and salvage operations. We offer 24/7 emergency response with rapid deployment vessels. Our capabilities include underwater welding, dredging, and structural inspections using advanced survey equipment in both offshore and inland environments.
Emergency Services
We provide rapid emergency response for storm damage, infrastructure failures, and marine casualties. With strategically located equipment and trained personnel, we offer one-hour response in the San Francisco Bay Area and four-hour response across Central California. Services include seawall repairs, pipeline salvage, and structural stabilization in urgent situations.
Design-Build
Our design-build approach combines engineering and construction expertise for efficient project delivery. We collaborate with owners and engineers to balance cost, schedule, and quality requirements. This method streamlines permitting and construction phases while maintaining technical excellence for complex marine and civil infrastructure projects.
People
David Mik
President
With 32 years of experience at Power Engineering, David leads strategic operations and project oversight. His technical expertise ensures quality execution across complex marine and civil projects while maintaining company growth and client relationships.
Hilary Tigue
Chief Financial Officer
Hilary manages financial operations with 22 years of institutional knowledge. She ensures fiscal responsibility and transparent budgeting practices across all projects while supporting long-term business sustainability and client cost control.
Wayne Stonecipher
Vice President, Operations
As a licensed professional engineer with 16 years at Power, Wayne oversees field operations and technical execution. He specializes in complex marine construction challenges and ensures adherence to safety and quality standards across all projects.
Allen Deaver
Dive Department Manager
With 30 years of diving experience, Allen leads our ADCI-certified dive teams. He manages underwater operations, emergency response protocols, and technical diving innovations while maintaining strict compliance with OSHA and USCG regulations.
Marty Garvey
Superintendent
A 40-year industry veteran with 35 years at Power, Marty supervises critical construction projects. His extensive field experience ensures efficient execution of complex marine and heavy civil assignments while mentoring next-generation construction leaders.
Questions
What marine construction services do you offer?
We provide pier/dock construction, seawall installation, underwater pipeline work, and marine infrastructure rehabilitation using specialized floating equipment and certified divers.
Do you handle emergency construction projects?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency response with one-hour availability in the Bay Area for seawall repairs, pipeline failures, and marine salvage operations.
Are your divers certified?
All commercial diving operations are performed by Association of Diving Contractors International (ADCI)-certified professionals following strict safety protocols.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the West Coast with headquarters in Alameda and a Southern California office in Long Beach for regional project support.
What is your design-build approach?
Our integrated design-build method combines engineering and construction expertise to streamline project delivery while maintaining technical excellence and cost control.
How experienced is your team?
Our leadership averages 21 years at Power with 39 combined years of marine construction expertise, ensuring continuity and technical proficiency across projects.
