Business Details
Your Trusted Engineering Consultants in Burbank, CA
West Coast Engineering Consultants is a women-owned small business dedicated to delivering high-quality engineering solutions. Our expertise spans pavement engineering, management programs, and rehabilitation design, utilizing industry standards like ASTM D6433 and FHWA-LTPP. We specialize in developing customized pavement distress surveys, training personnel in pavement management software, and providing independent quality assurance for contractors. Our team contributes to national transportation research initiatives, including mechanistic-empirical design and sustainable materials development. We prioritize client satisfaction through tailored solutions that align with project goals and environmental standards.With offices in Burbank, California, we serve agencies and contractors across Southern California, offering expert witness services and technical support. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through participation in the OCTA Pavement Inspector Prequalification Program and collaboration with leading engineering firms. We combine technical expertise with practical experience to deliver reliable, data-driven recommendations for infrastructure projects. Our clients benefit from transparent communication, adherence to industry best practices, and a focus on achieving long-term pavement performance objectives.
Services
Pavement Engineering
Pavement Management
Distress Surveys
Rehabilitation Design
Technical Training
Quality Assurance
Research Support
Sustainability Consulting
Expert Witness Services
Highlights and features
- We specialize in pavement engineering with ASTM and FHWA standards expertise
- Our team provides independent quality assurance for contractor collaborations
- We develop customized pavement management programs with software training
- Our engineers contribute to national transportation research initiatives
- We offer 24/7 contact availability for urgent project needs
Services
Pavement Engineering
Our pavement engineering services combine technical expertise with field experience to deliver durable infrastructure solutions. We analyze traffic patterns, environmental factors, and material performance to create optimized pavement designs. Clients benefit from our knowledge of industry standards and innovative construction methodologies.
Distress Surveys
We conduct comprehensive visual distress surveys using ASTM D6433 and FHWA-LTPP protocols. Our assessments identify pavement deterioration patterns and quantify defect severity to guide maintenance decisions. Clients receive detailed condition reports with prioritized repair recommendations.
Rehabilitation Design
Our rehabilitation design services evaluate multiple material and construction alternatives to select cost-effective solutions. We consider traffic demands, climate conditions, and budget constraints when developing pavement restoration plans. Clients receive implementation roadmaps with lifecycle cost projections.
Technical Training
We provide hands-on training for pavement management software including Paver and StreetSaver. Our courses cover distress survey techniques, data analysis, and maintenance planning. Clients gain skills to improve their internal pavement management capabilities.
Sustainability Consulting
Our sustainability consulting helps clients achieve environmental goals through LEED and ENVISION frameworks. We recommend eco-friendly materials and construction practices that reduce carbon footprints while maintaining pavement performance standards.
People
Dragos Andrei
Principal Engineer
Dragos Andrei, Ph.D., P.E., leads engineering projects with 20+ years of pavement design expertise. He specializes in distress analysis, rehabilitation strategies, and sustainable infrastructure solutions for transportation agencies.
Questions
What pavement engineering services do you offer?
We provide distress surveys, management programs, rehabilitation design, and technical training using ASTM/FHWA standards.
Do you provide quality assurance for contractors?
Yes, we offer independent quality assurance services for pavement projects managed by other contractors.
Are you involved in transportation research?
Our team contributes to national studies on pavement technologies and sustainable materials development.
What is your OCTA PIPP participation?
We participate in the OCTA Pavement Inspector Prequalification Program for quality control assessments.
