Surface Water Transmission Program (SWTP)
Houston, TX · Water Supply · Client: City of Houston
Project details
Contribution to route analysis, design, and construction solutions for a massive surface water transmission infrastructure program.

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Aurora Technical Services is a Houston-based civil engineering consulting practice specializing in cost-effective solutions for public infrastructure projects. Founded in 2015, it delivers full-service engineering, technical consulting, and construction management to cities, counties, and public agencies across Texas. The practice brings deep expertise in pipeline and tunnel engineering, particularly in the planning and design of large-diameter water transmission systems.
Rafael OrtegaPresident
John KuoVice President
Dr. Meng LiuStructural Lead
Daniel OefnerDirector
Comprehensive engineering and design solutions for complex public infrastructure and utility projects.
Includes hydraulic model reviews, route alternative analysis, rights-of-way determination, and permitting support.
Covers pipeline, facility connection, and metering station design, along with technical specifications, tunnel engineering, value engineering, traffic management, and quality assurance.
Specialized tunneling and trenchless design services for large-diameter water transmission and utility mains.
Provides infrastructure prioritization, pipeline condition assessment, and rehabilitation design.
Owner-side program management, construction oversight, and consulting services to keep capital improvement projects on track.
Strategic coordination, route studies, and implementation support for large-scale municipal infrastructure programs.
On-site coordination, progress monitoring, and construction-phase oversight to ensure compliance with design specifications.
Assisting public clients with scoping, negotiations, and technical implementation strategies.
Water Supply · Wastewater · Stormwater & Flood Control · Infrastructure · Government
Houston, TX · Water Supply · Client: City of Houston
Contribution to route analysis, design, and construction solutions for a massive surface water transmission infrastructure program.
Infrastructure
Program management and route study services for municipal public infrastructure development.
Infrastructure
Route study and program management services for capital improvement corridors.
Houston, TX · Water Supply
Program management and engineering support for large-diameter water line construction and grid extensions.