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Childs Engineering Corporation

Precision Engineering Services for Waterfront Structural Engineering

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About the firm

Childs Engineering Corporation is a waterfront structural engineering specialist founded in 1970 by Kenny Childs, with over 55 years of dedicated practice in coastal, marine, and waterfront infrastructure. It is uniquely differentiated by cross-trained engineer-divers who are ADCI certified commercial divers, allowing the same team to perform both topside and underwater inspections, structural assessments, and design of repairs. Headquartered in Bellingham, MA with a second office in Hainesport, NJ, it serves public and private sector clients across the U.S. and internationally, including the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard.

Established
1970
Team
Small
Firm type
Coastal Engineering · Geotechnical Engineering · Land Surveying · Marine Engineering · Structural Engineering · Civil Engineering

Credentials

ADCI Certified Commercial Divers · Registered Professional Engineers

People

Charlie M. RobertsPresident

Nicholas B. SarataSenior Vice President, MA

William J. CastleVice President, NJ

Andrew R. NilsonVice President, MA

Richard A. ParisiVice President, NJ

David L. PorterVice President, MA

Capabilities

Waterfront Inspections

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Provides comprehensive above and below-water assessments of coastal structures using advanced destructive and non-destructive testing to identify deficiencies and inform repair strategies.

  • Underwater Assessment and Diving
  • Topside Structural Evaluation
  • Piers and Wharves Assessment
  • Bridge and Culvert Evaluation
  • Dry Dock Assessment
  • Towers and Navigational Aids Assessment

Engineering Studies

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Delivers data-driven engineering solutions and analyses to optimize the safety, efficiency, and resilience of coastal and waterfront infrastructure.

  • Structural and Geotechnical Analysis
  • Condition Assessments
  • Alternatives Analysis

Waterfront Design

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Combining assessment expertise with decades of experience to deliver cost-effective, sustainable waterfront solutions tailored to challenging marine environments.

  • Marine Structure Engineering
  • Pier and Wharf Engineering
  • Marina and Recreational Facility Planning
  • Dry Dock Modifications
  • Navigational Aid and Tower Layout
  • Rehabilitation and Repair Engineering

Permitting and Regulatory

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Streamlines regulatory compliance and approvals, managing coordination with agencies and supporting stakeholder engagement to advance waterfront projects.

  • Environmental and Waterfront Regulatory Approvals
  • Regulatory Agency Liaison
  • Stakeholder Engagement Support

Surveys

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Utilizes advanced technology and an in-house team to deliver precise data for waterfront planning, design, and dredging.

  • Hydrographic and Bathymetric Mapping
  • Underwater Topographic Investigation

Construction Services

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Provides professional oversight, administration, and execution support for repairs and new waterfront construction projects to ensure long-term durability.

  • Construction Administration and Oversight
  • Waterfront Structure Rehabilitation
  • New Waterfront Development Support

Industries

Defense · Federal · Government · Marine · Ports & Harbors · Infrastructure · Transportation

Projects

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