Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Surveying & Environmental Consultants
Smart Services is a woman-owned professional consulting firm established in 1996, specializing in surveying and right-of-way, traffic engineering, and environmental services. Our team of experts brings over two decades of experience working with state agencies, counties, cities, and private clients across Ohio and beyond. We are certified through the Ohio Department of Transportation, DBE, Ohio EDGE, and Columbus FBE programs, ensuring compliance with the highest industry standards. Our approach combines advanced technology with rigorous quality assurance, from proposal development to project completion, to deliver accurate, cost-effective solutions.With in-house Professional Surveyors, Engineers, and Traffic Operations Engineers, we provide tailored services including ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, traffic signal design, wetland delineation, and NEPA documentation. Our commitment to continuing education and professional development ensures clients receive innovative, code-compliant results that meet evolving regulatory requirements.
Services
Surveying & Right-of-Way
Traffic Engineering
Environmental Services
ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
Traffic Signal Design
Wetland Delineation
Phase I ESAs
Construction Staking
Traffic Impact Studies
NEPA Documentation
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in surveying and traffic engineering.
- Our team includes certified Professional Surveyors and Traffic Operations Engineers.
- We maintain a rigorous QA/QC process from proposal to project completion.
- Our staff participates in continuing education and professional organizations.
- We utilize advanced technology like LiDAR and GPS systems for precision.
Associations and certifications
- DBE
- Ohio EDGE
- City of Columbus FBE
Services
Surveying & Right-of-Way
We provide comprehensive surveying services including ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, topographic mapping, and right-of-way plans. Our team uses robotic total stations, GPS systems, and LiDAR technology to ensure precision for infrastructure and development projects. Clients benefit from our ODOT-certified expertise in boundary resolution and construction staking.
Traffic Engineering
Our traffic engineering services include signal design, corridor studies, and traffic impact analyses. Certified Professional Traffic Operations Engineers utilize Synchro and HCS software to optimize traffic flow and safety. We support municipal and state agencies with data collection, pavement markings, and compliance with MUTCD standards.
Environmental Services
We assist clients with wetland delineation, Phase I/II ESAs, and Section 404 permitting. Our CPSS-certified scientists conduct soil evaluations and endangered species assessments to meet federal and state regulations. Services include mitigation planning and NEPA documentation for transportation and development projects.
Traffic Signal Design
We design and retime traffic signals using SIDRA and TRU TRAFFIC software to enhance intersection efficiency. Our engineers address school crossings, pedestrian safety, and corridor studies while ensuring compliance with local agency guidelines and federal standards for accessibility and operations.
Wetland Delineation
Our certified professionals perform wetland delineations using 1987 USACE manual protocols. We map boundaries with GPS for regulatory permitting and mitigation planning, supporting clients in avoiding impacts to protected resources during infrastructure development projects.
People
Kathy Krock
President
BSCE-certified leader with 25+ years in engineering management. Oversees project execution to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery while maintaining technical excellence across all service lines.
Brian Smart
Vice-President
Founder with 30+ years of surveying experience. Licensed in Ohio and Kentucky, he directs survey operations and right-of-way services, ensuring adherence to ODOT standards and client specifications.
Todd Stanhope
Director of Traffic Engineering
PE and PTOE-certified engineer with 20+ years in transportation planning. Leads traffic studies and signal design projects, specializing in optimizing urban mobility and safety for municipal clients.
Mitchel Strain
Director of Environmental Services
PWS and CPSS-certified environmental scientist with 18 years of experience. Manages permitting and compliance for wetlands, threatened species, and NEPA documentation across multi-state projects.
John Dodgion
Professional Surveyor
Licensed in Ohio and Kentucky with expertise in boundary resolution and right-of-way mapping. Provides technical leadership for complex ALTA surveys and infrastructure projects since joining in 2020.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Ohio, West Virginia, and Kentucky, with capabilities extending to adjacent states for large-scale transportation and environmental projects.
Are you certified as a woman-owned business?
Yes, we are certified as a Female Business Enterprise (FBE) by the City of Columbus and hold DBE and Ohio EDGE certifications.
What surveying technologies do you use?
We employ robotic total stations, RTK GPS, static GPS systems, and terrestrial LiDAR for high-precision data collection and mapping.
Can you handle federal environmental permitting?
Yes, we prepare Section 404/401 permits, NEPA documentation, and endangered species assessments for federal and state regulatory compliance.
Do you offer traffic data collection services?
We provide traffic counting using MioVision cameras, radar units, and manual boards, supporting both short-term studies and long-term planning.
What transportation planning services do you offer?
Our services include corridor studies, access management plans, and transportation forecasts that guide infrastructure investments and regulatory approvals.
