Business Details
Your Trusted Civil Engineering & Surveying Partner in Georgetown, DE
Axiom Engineering has been delivering comprehensive civil engineering and land surveying solutions since our founding in Georgetown, Delaware. Our team specializes in land development projects spanning feasibility studies, zoning approvals, and construction documentation. With professional licenses in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, we collaborate with geotechnical engineers, landscape architects, and environmental scientists to manage projects through every development phase. Our expertise includes stormwater management systems, erosion control plans, and highway entrance designs that meet regulatory requirements.We provide boundary surveys, topographic mapping, and FEMA elevation certifications to support residential, commercial, and institutional developments. Our staff maintains active involvement in local planning processes through regular public hearing participation. We utilize advanced site rendering technology to visualize development concepts before implementation. Our financial leadership brings decades of accounting experience from both corporate and construction industry perspectives. We serve clients across the Mid-Atlantic region with particular focus on coastal communities within 15 miles of Delaware's resort beaches.
Services
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Zoning Plan Submittals
Stormwater Management
Landscape Architecture
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of coastal development experience in Delaware's resort region
- Our multi-state licensing covers Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania
- We maintain established relationships with environmental and geotechnical specialists
- Our team includes certified professionals in both engineering and surveying disciplines
- We provide complete project management from concept to construction documentation
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services cover complete land development projects from feasibility studies to construction documentation. We specialize in creating site-specific solutions that balance regulatory requirements with practical implementation. Our engineers deliver comprehensive plans for stormwater management, utility infrastructure, and highway access that meet both local and state standards.
Land Surveying
We provide precise land surveying services including boundary determination, topographic mapping, and construction stakeout. Our team conducts wetlands location surveys and FEMA elevation certifications to support development projects. These surveys form the foundational data for all subsequent design work and regulatory submissions.
Zoning Plan Submittals
Our zoning expertise includes preparing and presenting conceptual plans for public hearings. We handle complete submittal packages for preliminary and final approvals, working closely with local municipalities to address regulatory requirements. This includes creating color site renderings to visualize proposed developments during the review process.
Stormwater Management
We design comprehensive stormwater management systems that comply with environmental regulations while ensuring site functionality. Our solutions integrate erosion and sediment control measures with sustainable drainage practices. These systems are engineered to handle coastal region rainfall patterns and protect surrounding ecosystems.
Landscape Architecture
Our landscape architecture services include certified forest buffer planning and commercial site design. We create functional outdoor spaces that meet regulatory requirements while enhancing property value. Our designs incorporate native vegetation and sustainable practices suited to the Mid-Atlantic climate.
People
Ken Christenbury
President
As President, Ken Christenbury leads our engineering team with over 20 years of experience in Delaware land development projects. He oversees technical operations and client relationships.
E. Scott Wallis
Chief of Surveys
Scott Wallis manages all surveying operations with professional licensure in multiple states. He supervises field crews and ensures accuracy in boundary determinations and elevation certifications.
Carolyn Christenbury
Chief Financial Officer
Carolyn Christenbury brings decades of accounting experience to manage our financial operations. Her background includes financial leadership for a high-volume home construction company.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Georgetown and surrounding Delaware communities within 15 miles of the coast, plus Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania projects through our multi-state licensing.
What engineering services do you offer?
Our services include civil engineering for land development, zoning compliance, stormwater systems, utility design, and highway entrance plans for residential and commercial projects.
Do you handle permitting processes?
Yes, we prepare and submit complete zoning packages, attend public hearings, and manage regulatory approvals for both preliminary and final development plans.
What surveying capabilities do you have?
We conduct boundary surveys, topographic mapping, wetlands identification, and FEMA elevation certifications to support all phases of development projects.
How do you handle complex projects?
We coordinate with environmental scientists, geotechnical engineers, and landscape architects through established partnerships to manage multidisciplinary development projects.