Business Details
16 Years
experience
Trusted Engineering Solutions for Transportation and Infrastructure
Founded in 2010, HG Consult has established itself as a leader in engineering, transportation planning, and environmental solutions. Our relationship-first approach combines technical expertise with a commitment to sustainability, delivering innovative infrastructure solutions for municipalities and transportation agencies. With offices in Kansas City, Colorado, Texas, St. Louis, and Michigan, we serve clients across 10 states through certified practices in bridge design, alternative delivery methods, and construction services. Our team of seasoned engineers, planners, and inspectors prioritizes collaboration, empowering employees to create lasting community impact. We integrate cutting-edge technology with regulatory compliance to address complex challenges in roadway design, water resources, and multimodal transportation systems.Recognized for our work on transformative projects like the I-229 Double Decker Bridge replacement and SH 183 Expansion, we maintain a 98% client retention rate through transparent communication and stakeholder engagement. Our certifications as a DBE, MBE, and SBE firm across multiple states demonstrate our commitment to inclusive infrastructure development. With 14 years of continuous growth, we've expanded from a Kansas City startup to a multi-regional firm managing over $4 billion in transportation projects. Our leadership team brings decades of experience in environmental planning, design-build delivery, and program management, ensuring every project meets both immediate needs and long-term sustainability goals.
Services
Transportation Planning
Bridge Design
Water Services
Construction Oversight
Alternative Delivery
Environmental Planning
Roadway Design
Stormwater Management
Private Development
Multimodal Solutions
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 14+ years of specialized expertise in transportation engineering and infrastructure development
- Our team includes certified professionals with experience managing $4+ billion in transportation projects
- We implement a patented collaborative approach integrating design and construction phases
- Our firm maintains 98% client retention through transparent communication and stakeholder engagement
- We operate with full regulatory compliance and sustainability across all engineering practices
Associations and certifications
- DBE
- MBE
- SBE
What people say
Most professional team
Successful experiences
Professional and responsive
Forward-thinking leadership
Quality services
Services
Transportation Planning
Our transportation planning services integrate environmental considerations with infrastructure needs. We develop comprehensive strategies for roadway networks, transit systems, and multimodal corridors. Our experts analyze traffic patterns, forecast growth demands, and create sustainable mobility solutions that enhance community connectivity while meeting regulatory requirements.
Bridge Design
We provide full lifecycle bridge design and evaluation services for complex infrastructure projects. Our team specializes in long-span bridges, rehabilitation projects, and seismic retrofitting. Using advanced modeling software and construction phase oversight, we ensure structural integrity while maintaining compliance with federal safety standards and environmental regulations.
Water Services
Our water resource management services address stormwater drainage, flood mitigation, and watershed planning. We design sustainable drainage systems that reduce urban flooding while protecting water quality. Our engineers comply with EPA regulations and incorporate green infrastructure solutions to manage water resources effectively.
Alternative Delivery
We offer integrated design-build solutions that streamline infrastructure project delivery. Our alternative delivery method combines planning, design, and construction phases under single contracts. This approach reduces project timelines by 30% on average while maintaining quality control through continuous collaboration between all stakeholders.
Environmental Planning
Our environmental planning services ensure infrastructure projects meet NEPA requirements and sustainability goals. We conduct environmental assessments, prepare impact statements, and develop mitigation strategies. Our team specializes in balancing development needs with ecological protection through stakeholder engagement and regulatory compliance.
People
Earl Harrison Jr.
President/Chief Executive Officer
With 30+ years of transportation industry experience, Earl leads HG Consult's strategic growth. His relationship-first philosophy emphasizes innovation and sustainability. He oversees major client partnerships and ensures alignment with the firm's vision for engineering excellence.
Steve Wells
Senior Vice President/Chief Operating Officer
Steve manages operational efficiency and financial strategy. He optimizes resource allocation and strengthens client relationships. His leadership ensures sustainable growth through strategic planning and execution of complex infrastructure projects across multiple states.
Rachel Lunceford
Vice President/Texas Practice Leader
Rachel directs Texas operations with expertise in transportation planning and alternative delivery methods. She manages $4+ billion in infrastructure projects, focusing on program management and procurement strategies that drive successful project outcomes.
Buddy Desai
Vice President/St. Louis, MO Practice Leader
Buddy leads environmental planning initiatives with 30+ years of NEPA compliance expertise. He specializes in complex corridor studies and public involvement strategies that balance regulatory requirements with community needs in Missouri and Illinois.
Doug LaVoie
Vice President/Michigan Practice Leader
Doug drives Midwest expansion with public-private sector experience. His strategic planning expertise focuses on business development and transportation organization leadership to strengthen HG Consult's market position in Michigan.
Questions
What engineering services does Hg Consult specialize in?
We specialize in transportation planning, bridge design, roadway engineering, water resource management, and alternative delivery methods for infrastructure projects.
Are your engineering services certified?
Yes, we maintain DBE, MBE, and SBE certifications across 10 states to ensure regulatory compliance and inclusive project execution.
How does Hg Consult approach complex infrastructure projects?
We use an integrated design-build methodology with continuous stakeholder engagement to address technical challenges and community needs simultaneously.
In which geographic areas do you operate?
We serve clients across Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Texas.
What makes Hg Consult different from other engineering firms?
Our relationship-first philosophy combines technical expertise with sustainability focus, delivering solutions that balance regulatory requirements with community impact.
Do you handle both public and private sector projects?
Yes, we provide services for municipal infrastructure projects and partner with private developers for site planning and design solutions.
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