Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Civil Engineering Partner in New England
Williams & Sparages is a full-service engineering firm dedicated to providing strategic solutions for residential, commercial, and municipal land development projects. Founded in 2010, our team of licensed professionals brings over 45 years of combined experience navigating the complexities of site planning, design, and permitting. We prioritize personalized service, working closely with clients from project inception through construction to ensure success.Our expertise spans civil engineering, stormwater management, construction services, ecological sciences, and surveying. We serve homeowners, builders, developers, and municipalities across New England, offering tailored guidance for projects ranging from large-scale developments to intimate residential work. Our commitment to hands-on leadership and technical excellence has established us as a trusted partner in the region's engineering landscape.
Services
Civil Engineering
Stormwater Management
Construction Services
Ecological Sciences
Surveying & Mapping
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of combined civil engineering experience in New England
- Our principals provide hands-on leadership and direct client access
- We specialize in navigating complex permitting processes for all project sizes
- Our team offers integrated services across planning, engineering, and environmental compliance
- We maintain a proven track record of timely responses and project execution
What people say
Quick to respond
Thorough presenters
Hands-on principals
Critical to permitting
Trusted advisor
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services cover roadway planning, water and sewer design, and site development. We assist with zoning reviews, grading plans, and utility coordination to ensure projects meet regulatory standards. With over 20 years of experience, we provide technical expertise for urban and rural projects of all scales.
Stormwater Management
We develop comprehensive stormwater management strategies including flood elevation certificates and wetland permitting. Our team secures federal and state permits while implementing erosion control measures. Services include watershed analysis and compliance with EPA and Army Corps of Engineers regulations.
Construction Services
Our construction phase services include staking, inspections, and coordination with agencies. We provide value engineering reviews and as-built surveying to maintain project timelines. Field crews respond promptly to support site superintendents and builders during development.
Ecological Sciences
We specialize in wetland delineation and permitting through local, state, and federal agencies. Services include vernal pool certification, soil evaluations, and endangered species compliance. Our team prepares NPDES permits and stormwater pollution prevention plans for regulatory approval.
Surveying & Mapping
We offer boundary surveys, plot plans, and ALTA/ACSM standards mapping. Our services support property dispute resolution and permit applications for zoning and conservation commissions. We provide accurate topographic data for residential and commercial development projects.
People
Richard Williams
Principal Engineer
With over 20 years of civil engineering experience, Richard Williams leads project teams in land development and infrastructure design. He specializes in municipal engineering and regulatory compliance, ensuring projects meet local and state requirements efficiently.
Chris Sparages
Principal Engineer
Chris Sparages brings extensive expertise in environmental permitting and wetland science. He manages complex projects requiring federal and state agency coordination, focusing on sustainable development solutions for residential and commercial clients.
Questions
What engineering services do you offer?
We provide civil engineering, stormwater management, construction services, ecological sciences, and surveying for residential, commercial, and municipal projects.
How long have you served New England clients?
Our team has over 45 years of combined experience serving New England since the firm's founding in 2010.
What permitting assistance do you provide?
We handle local zoning permits, wetland delineation, federal agency approvals, and environmental compliance documentation for development projects.
Do you work with homeowners directly?
Yes, we assist homeowners with property surveys, addition permits, and septic system design through the development process.
How do you support municipal projects?
We provide peer review, master planning, roadway design, and construction inspection services for town engineering projects and public works.
