Business Details
16 Years
experience
Civil Engineering Services in Greensboro, NC
Hagen Engineering is a civil engineering firm specializing in land development design, serving clients across the Southeast United States. Our approach prioritizes cost efficiency, constructability, and functionality, ensuring projects meet both regulatory requirements and client objectives. We collaborate closely with local agencies to streamline permitting processes, allowing clients to allocate resources toward aesthetic enhancements and profitability. Our team serves both for-profit and nonprofit clients, emphasizing resource conservation, workplace productivity, and economic growth. With decades of combined experience, our engineers deliver practical, innovative solutions tailored to each project's unique challenges.We maintain a commitment to excellence through meticulous attention to detail and personalized client service. Our expertise spans site analysis, stormwater management, and construction administration, supporting successful project execution from concept to completion. By integrating green engineering principles, we promote sustainable development practices that benefit communities and the environment. Our track record of over 13,000 residential units and 2,000 single-family/townhome units demonstrates our capacity to handle large-scale developments. We remain dedicated to advancing our clients' goals while upholding the highest standards of professional engineering.
Services
Land Development Design
Stormwater Management
Site Construction Management
Permitting Assistance
Civil Engineering Consultation
Site Analysis
Construction Administration
Hydrology Services
GIS Mapping
Project Scheduling
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in civil engineering and land development.
- Our team combines design expertise with practical construction management knowledge.
- We specialize in streamlining permitting processes to save client time and resources.
- Our engineers hold professional licenses in eight southeastern states.
- We provide personalized service with direct owner involvement in every project.
Services
Land Development Design
Our land development design services create functional, code-compliant sites while optimizing cost efficiency and aesthetic value. We analyze topography, utilities, and zoning requirements to develop practical layouts for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Our engineers integrate sustainable practices to minimize environmental impact while maximizing usable space.
Stormwater Management
We design comprehensive stormwater management systems that control runoff volume, improve water quality, and prevent flooding. Our solutions include detention ponds, permeable pavements, and green infrastructure tailored to site-specific conditions. These systems ensure regulatory compliance while protecting surrounding properties and natural waterways.
Construction Administration
Our construction administration services monitor project execution to ensure adherence to design specifications and timelines. We coordinate with contractors, review change orders, and conduct site inspections to maintain quality control. This oversight helps prevent costly errors and ensures final deliverables match approved plans.
Permitting Assistance
We navigate complex permitting processes by preparing technical documentation and coordinating with local agencies. Our team understands regional requirements across eight southeastern states, expediting approvals while addressing jurisdictional concerns. This expertise reduces delays and ensures compliance with all applicable regulations.
Hydrology Services
Our hydrology services assess surface water movement and groundwater interactions for development projects. We create detailed models to predict flood risks, design appropriate drainage systems, and ensure environmental protection. These analyses inform site grading plans and stormwater management strategies.
People
Barret A. Hagen
President
With over 20 years of engineering and construction management experience, Barret founded Hagen Engineering after working with major firms in Atlanta and North Carolina. He holds professional licenses in five southeastern states and oversees all projects to ensure quality execution.
Nolan M. Franz
Civil Engineer
Licensed in four states, Nolan specializes in land development and hydrology. He graduated from Virginia Tech in 2016 and brings expertise in site design, field verification, and client coordination to ensure practical, cost-effective solutions.
Tim Shaw
Civil Engineer
Licensed in five states, Tim focuses on land development projects across the Southeast. He earned his degree from Virginia Tech and gained construction management experience before joining Hagen Engineering, where he applies field insights to design challenges.
Bryce Morrison
Civil Engineer
Bryce graduated from Virginia Tech in 2021 with a green engineering minor. He specializes in land development design and is pursuing his professional engineering license while delivering quality client-focused solutions.
Jared Vick
Civil Engineer
A North Carolina State graduate, Jared brings land development expertise to our team. He works closely with clients to create practical designs and has gained extensive experience through multiple large-scale residential and commercial projects.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We provide engineering services throughout the Southeast United States, including North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, Arkansas, Virginia, and Florida.
What project types do you handle?
We specialize in residential developments (single-family, townhomes, apartments), commercial sites, and mixed-use projects. Our experience includes over 13,000 apartment units and 2,000 single-family/townhome units.
How do you approach site design?
We evaluate cost, constructability, and functionality while incorporating green engineering principles. Our designs optimize usable space, comply with regulations, and allow budget allocation for aesthetic improvements.
What permitting assistance do you provide?
We prepare technical documentation, coordinate agency reviews, and address jurisdictional requirements across eight southeastern states to expedite approvals and ensure regulatory compliance.
How do you ensure project quality?
Our engineers maintain direct client communication, conduct site inspections, and review construction progress to ensure adherence to design specifications and timelines.
What makes your firm different?
Our team combines engineering expertise with construction management experience, enabling practical designs that balance innovation with real-world implementation challenges.
