Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering Services in Texas & Louisiana
Founded in 1937, Schaumburg & Polk has provided uninterrupted engineering expertise for over eight decades. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we deliver specialized services for public and private sector clients across Texas and Louisiana. Our focus on meticulous planning and attention to detail has made us a trusted partner for infrastructure projects of all scales. With a legacy of innovation, we integrate cutting-edge technology with cost-effective design solutions for water, transportation, and federally funded systems. Our multidisciplinary teams work closely with municipalities, regional water providers, and private entities to transform complex challenges into functional realities.From groundwater production to urban mobility enhancements, we prioritize environmental stewardship and community impact. Our success stems from cultivating strong client relationships while maintaining rigorous engineering standards. Today, our eight office locations serve clients from large metropolitan areas to small rural communities. We remain committed to advancing infrastructure through technical excellence and personalized service. This dedication ensures every project meets both current needs and future sustainability goals.
Services
Water & Wastewater
Streets & Drainage
State & Federally Funded
Hydrology & Hydraulics
Additional Services
Quality of Life Projects
Details
- Year established: 1937
Highlights and features
- We offer 85+ years of continuous engineering expertise since 1937.
- Our 100% employee-owned structure ensures personal accountability.
- We handle projects ranging from small municipal upgrades to major infrastructure.
- We provide integrated services from planning through construction management.
- Our staff includes Professional Engineers in multiple disciplines.
Services
Water & Wastewater Engineering
Design and management of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure including treatment facilities, distribution networks, and collection systems. Serving communities from large metropolitan areas to very small systems with under 100 connections. Utilizing innovative technology for cost-effective, environmentally responsible solutions that meet specific client requirements.
Transportation Infrastructure
Comprehensive roadway design and drainage solutions for urban and rural environments. Expertise in thoroughfare planning, pavement design, pedestrian facilities, and low-impact development. Certified for federal funding programs, delivering improved mobility and safety through hundreds of completed roadway projects across diverse geographic conditions.
Grant-Funded Infrastructure
Assisting municipalities in securing state and federal grants for critical infrastructure. Specializing in applications for FEMA, USDA, TDA, and TWDB funding programs. Providing end-to-end support from concept development through project execution, ensuring compliance with funding agency requirements while addressing community infrastructure needs.
Stormwater Management
Hydrology and hydraulics engineering using advanced modeling software for stormwater analysis and mitigation. Designing detention systems, culverts, bridges, and levees to reduce flood risks. Offering FEMA certification processing and comprehensive drainage infrastructure improvements for both new developments and established communities.
Community Development
Site development and recreational infrastructure transforming visions into functional spaces. Services include park planning, trail systems, athletic facilities, and accessible route design. Balancing environmental stewardship with practical land use to create thriving community spaces that enhance regional quality of life metrics.
People
Steve Jordan
Professional Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer managing Beaumont, Lake Charles, and Port Arthur offices with over 25 years of infrastructure project oversight experience.
Mark C Dessens
Professional Engineer
Houston office lead engineer specializing in urban transportation systems with 20+ years of roadway design and drainage infrastructure experience.
Nick DuBose
Professional Engineer
Kyle office engineering director focused on rural infrastructure development and low-impact design solutions for water and wastewater systems.
Jim Waldbauer
Professional Engineer
Richardson office manager with expertise in federally funded infrastructure projects and grant acquisition strategies for municipal clients.
Travis Reed
Professional Engineer
Tyler office lead specializing in municipal site development and recreational infrastructure projects that enhance community quality of life metrics.
Questions
What engineering services does Schaumburg & Polk offer?
We specialize in water/wastewater systems, transportation infrastructure, federally funded projects, stormwater management, and community development solutions.
How long has the firm been in business?
We've provided uninterrupted engineering services since 1937, making us one of Texas' most experienced civil engineering firms.
Which areas do you serve?
Our eight office locations cover Texas cities including Houston, Beaumont, and Tyler, plus Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Do you help with grant funding applications?
Yes, we assist clients with federal and state grant applications through programs like FEMA, USDA, and TWDB funding mechanisms.
