Business Details
47 Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering & Design Services in Murfreesboro
Founded in 1979, SEC has built a reputation as a trusted leader in civil engineering, land surveying, and design services. With over four decades of experience serving Tennessee and surrounding regions, our team of licensed professionals delivers innovative, client-focused solutions tailored to each project's unique needs. Our expertise spans residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal sectors, supported by state-of-the-art technology and a commitment to sustainable design. We prioritize direct client collaboration, ensuring every projectfrom subdivision plats to wastewater systemsmeets exact specifications while maintaining accessibility and transparency.Recognized for engineering excellence through industry awards, our leadership team brings decades of combined experience in transportation engineering, hydrologic determinations, and landscape architecture. We maintain active community involvement through charitable partnerships and professional affiliations, reinforcing our dedication to both technical excellence and social responsibility.
Services
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Transportation Engineering
Landscape Architecture
Subdivision Design
Boundary Surveys
Wastewater Systems
Site Planning
Hydrologic Analysis
FEMA Documentation
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in civil engineering and land surveying
- Our team includes 7 licensed professional engineers and 5 registered surveyors
- We provide customized solutions for residential, commercial, and municipal projects
- Our engineers have designed award-winning wastewater treatment systems
- We maintain active community involvement through local charity participation
What people say
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Professional services
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team delivers comprehensive solutions for infrastructure projects. We specialize in site grading, utility design, and drainage systems for residential, commercial, and municipal developments. With 40+ years of experience, our licensed engineers create code-compliant designs that balance functionality with sustainability while maintaining strict adherence to local regulations and project budgets.
Land Surveying
We provide precise land surveying services including boundary determinations and topographic mapping. Our registered surveyors use advanced technology for ALTA surveys, FEMA documentation, and construction layout. With decades of experience, we ensure accurate property data for development projects while maintaining quality control throughout the survey process.
Wastewater Systems
Our team designs advanced wastewater treatment solutions including STEP systems and decentralized treatment facilities. We've received state engineering awards for innovative designs that meet environmental regulations while optimizing cost-efficiency. Our engineers have completed notable projects like the Arrington Vineyards wastewater system recognized by national onsite wastewater associations.
Site Planning
We create comprehensive site plans for residential subdivisions and commercial developments. Our services include zoning analysis, entitlement processing, and streetscape design. With expertise in LEED-certified projects and traditional neighborhood developments, we help clients maximize land use potential while meeting all regulatory requirements through detailed grading and utility plans.
Transportation Engineering
Our transportation engineering services focus on roadway design and traffic analysis. We develop construction plans for roadways, parking lots, and access points while considering drainage and utility integration. Our engineers have extensive experience in municipal transportation projects that improve traffic flow and safety while maintaining compliance with state and federal standards.
People
Jamie Reed
CEO/President
With 20+ years of engineering experience, Jamie Reed leads SEC as CEO while managing complex civil engineering projects. He specializes in subdivision design and wastewater systems, having won statewide engineering excellence awards for innovative designs that set industry standards.
Matthew Taylor
Vice President
As Vice President, Matthew Taylor oversees engineering operations with 13+ years of expertise in site planning and LEED-certified projects. He specializes in zoning entitlements and community engagement, ensuring projects meet both regulatory requirements and neighborhood needs.
Steve Harrison
Registered Land Surveyor
With 40+ years in surveying, Steve Harrison manages client relationships and marketing. A Murfreesboro Business Legend award recipient, he leads SEC's community involvement initiatives while maintaining technical expertise in boundary surveying and project management.
Rob Molchan
Landscape Architect
Rob Molchan brings 14+ years of landscape architecture experience to mixed-use developments and traditional neighborhood designs. His expertise in zoning entitlements and site planning helps clients achieve aesthetically pleasing, functional spaces that comply with all regulatory requirements.
David Parker
Vice President
David Parker manages survey operations with 20+ years of experience in boundary surveys and construction layout. He ensures quality control across all surveying projects while maintaining active involvement in technical aspects like ALTA surveys and FEMA documentation.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Tennessee and surrounding communities, handling projects in both urban and rural environments across the region.
What engineering services do you offer?
We provide civil engineering, transportation engineering, wastewater system design, site planning, and hydrologic analysis for residential, commercial, and municipal projects.
How experienced is your team?
Our team includes 7 licensed engineers with 13-30+ years of experience, 5 registered surveyors, and specialized staff with decades of combined industry expertise.
Can you handle complex development projects?
Yes, we specialize in complex projects including LEED-certified developments, wastewater treatment systems, and large-scale subdivisions with zoning entitlement expertise.
How do you ensure project quality?
We maintain quality through experienced staff, advanced technology, and rigorous quality control processes for all engineering and surveying deliverables.
What makes your firm different?
We combine 40+ years of local experience with personalized service, avoiding template solutions in favor of customized designs tailored to each client's specific needs.