Certerra

Materially Better.

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About the firm

Certerra provides technology-enabled testing, inspection, and certification services to assure quality and advance innovation in critical infrastructure. Combining a nationwide network of offices and laboratory facilities with local expertise, the practice delivers materials engineering, geotechnical and structural support, subsurface imaging, instrumentation and monitoring, and specialty test labs. Established through the consolidation of regional engineering businesses, Certerra serves contractors, owners, and manufacturers across North America.

Team size
1,000+ employees
Firm type
Materials Engineering · Materials Testing · Geotechnical Engineering

People

Cody GallardaChief Financial Officer

David ChandlerChief Human Resources Officer

Wendy DavidsonChief Growth Officer

Slava KurkovNorthwest Division President

Jonathan SteitzM&A Partnerships Contact

Capabilities

Testing, Inspection & Certification

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Provides materials testing and quality assurance across the construction lifecycle through a nationwide network of laboratories.

Engineering

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Delivers regulatory guidance, site investigations, and precise design-support solutions to keep complex projects on track.

  • Preliminary Site Due Diligence

    Evaluates site and environmental hazards before design and construction begin.

  • Hazard Assessments

    Identifies site risks and geological constraints to ensure safe infrastructure development.

  • Value Engineering

    Optimizes project designs and materials choices to lower costs and maximize performance.

  • Investigation Services

    Conducts targeted field and laboratory investigations to solve complex structural and subsurface problems.

Subsurface Imaging

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Employs advanced geophysical techniques to map, detect, and analyze underground structures, utilities, and geological conditions.

  • Underground Structure Mapping

    Non-destructively locates and maps buried foundations, cavities, and other subsurface structures.

  • Utility Detection

    Accurately maps and locates buried utilities to prevent damage during excavation and design.

  • Geological Condition Analysis

    Analyzes soil layers, bedrock depth, and other geological features using non-invasive geophysical methods.

Instrumentation & Monitoring

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Utilizes technology-enabled geotechnical, structural, and environmental monitoring to mitigate construction impacts and manage stakeholder risk.

  • Geotechnical Monitoring

    Tracks soil movement, settlement, and groundwater pressure during heavy construction.

  • Structural Monitoring

    Measures real-time strain, tilt, and vibration on buildings and civil structures to protect integrity.

  • Environmental Monitoring

    Monitors noise, dust, and environmental factors to ensure compliance with local regulations.

Specialty Test Labs

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Offers rigorous testing and certification services for specialized materials, chemicals, and products within advanced facilities.

Industries

Transportation · Education · Government · Healthcare · Industrial · Manufacturing · Power Generation · Commercial · Mining · Transit · Water Supply

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