Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Expert Geotechnical Construction Services in Canonsburg, PA
Nicholson Construction has been solving geotechnical challenges for over 70 years, combining deep expertise with innovative solutions to build critical infrastructure. As part of the global Soletanche Bachy family, we leverage nearly a century of technical experience to deliver deep foundation systems, earth retention solutions, and ground treatment technologies. Our team of engineers and constructors specializes in stabilizing structures, managing water projects, and reinforcing energy infrastructure across diverse soil conditions.We prioritize safety through rigorous protocols and a zero-incident mindset, demonstrated in high-profile projects like the Wanapum Dam emergency stabilization and New York City's Gowanus Canal diaphragm wall installation. With offices nationwide and a heritage of technical firstsincluding the U.S.'s first high-capacity micropilewe provide localized service backed by global expertise, serving public and private sector clients in transportation, energy, water management, and industrial construction.
Services
Anchors
Micropiles
Diaphragm Walls
Drilled Shafts
Soil Mixing
Jet Grouting
Barrettes
Secant Pile Walls
Chemical Grouting
Soil Nail Walls
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of specialized geotechnical engineering expertise
- Our global network provides access to cutting-edge soil stabilization technologies
- We implement patented ground treatment solutions for complex projects
- Our team includes certified professionals with deep foundation construction expertise
- We maintain a zero-incident safety culture across all project sites
Services
Micropiles
Micropiles are high-capacity drilled foundation elements that extend over 200 feet deep, supporting structures in challenging soil conditions. Our 70+ years of experience with micropiles have revolutionized foundation reinforcement, providing innovative solutions for critical infrastructure projects like the Mandalay Bay Hotel stabilization and Wanapum Dam emergency repairs.
Diaphragm Walls
Diaphragm walls create temporary or permanent deep foundations and earth retention systems for basements, shafts, and marine structures. We've deployed this technology in complex projects like the Gowanus Canal CSO tank installation, combining excavation support with groundwater cutoff solutions for urban infrastructure.
Soil Mixing
Soil mixing technology breaks up soil in situ and mixes it with cementitious grouts to create reinforced ground masses. This technique has been critical in transportation projects like the I-35W stormwater storage facility, where we combined soil mixing with diaphragm walls to prevent flooding in challenging ground conditions.
Jet Grouting
Jet grouting technology breaks up soil with high-pressure jets and mixes it with cement grout to create homogeneous reinforced soil masses. Our expertise in this technique has been applied across diverse projects, from tunnel support systems in the Boston Big Dig to specialized ground improvement solutions for industrial facilities.
Anchors
Anchors provide deep load transfer solutions for earth retention walls, landslide stabilization, and dam reinforcement. Our innovation in anchor technology dates to the 1970s, with applications in critical infrastructure projects like the Provo City Center Temple elevation and numerous dam safety upgrades across the United States.
People
Jeff Grieder
Senior Leader Safety
Jeff leads Nicholson's safety initiatives with over 25 years of construction safety experience, implementing protocols that have made our job sites among the safest in the industry while maintaining our zero-incident culture.
Dan Thome
President
Dan Thome, a licensed Professional Engineer, directs Nicholson's operations with deep expertise in geotechnical construction, bringing decades of experience in managing complex infrastructure projects across North America.
Ryan Streets
Senior Vice President, Major Projects
Ryan Streets oversees major projects with specialized knowledge in deep foundation systems, leveraging his technical expertise to deliver complex geotechnical solutions for transportation and energy infrastructure nationwide.
Questions
What geotechnical services does Nicholson Construction offer?
We provide deep foundation systems, earth retention solutions, ground improvement techniques, and specialized construction services including micropiles, diaphragm walls, soil mixing, and jet grouting.
How long has Nicholson Construction been in business?
Nicholson Construction has been solving geotechnical challenges since 1955, with over 70 years of experience in foundation engineering and construction.
What safety measures does Nicholson Construction implement?
We maintain a zero-incident safety culture through rigorous protocols, regular training, and on-site safety specialists who ensure compliance with all OSHA and client-specific safety requirements.
What types of projects does Nicholson Construction handle?
We specialize in transportation infrastructure, water management systems, energy projects, industrial facilities, and emergency stabilization work for both public and private sector clients.
Where does Nicholson Construction operate?
We operate nationwide with regional offices in Pennsylvania, Illinois, Colorado, Michigan, Virginia, and Utah, serving clients across all 50 states.
What makes Nicholson Construction different from competitors?
Our combination of 70+ years of experience, global technical resources through Soletanche Bachy, and a proven track record in complex geotechnical challenges sets us apart in the industry.
