CLAD Consulting, Inc.

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About the firm

CLAD Group provides civil engineering design, project management, and construction services throughout California. Co-founded by David Chanley and Billy Kilmer, the practice delivers technical support for public and private sector projects, helping clients navigate projects from concept to completion. Completed work includes solar farm civil engineering, coastal storm drain rehabilitation, sports stadium synthetic turf upgrades, and public EV charging station installations across San Luis Obispo County. CLAD Group partners with recognized entities including Skanska, ExxonMobil, DAOU Winery, California Polytechnic State University, Santa Barbara County, and various local public agencies.

Team
Small
Firm type
Civil Engineering

Credentials

RCE · QSD/P

People

David ChanleyCo-Founder & CEO

Billy KilmerCo-Founder & COO

Capabilities

Engineering Consulting

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Protects client interests throughout the design, construction, and certification processes. Early project evaluation helps meet strategic objectives with minimal change orders and maximized project returns.

  • Preconstruction Support
  • Estimate Review
  • Feasibility Studies
  • Plan Review
  • Budget Assessment
  • Budget Alignment Review
  • Civil Design

Project Management

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Directs all construction phases with diligent attention to project specifications and relationship development. Services are tailored to align project delivery with client goals from inception to completion.

  • Project Scheduling
  • Contractor Management
  • Procurement Support
  • Cost Tracking & Analysis
  • Project Scope Management
  • Change & Dispute Management
  • Project Close-Out
  • Warranty Management

Construction Services

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Offers comprehensive field and administrative support managed by personnel with deep, industry-specific expertise.

  • Construction Management
  • ADA Compliance
  • Construction Defects
  • Property Site Evaluations
  • Construction Inspections
  • Budget Management
  • Contract Documentation
  • Contract Procedure

Connects projects with qualified professionals through an innovative training structure designed to meet precise technical and certification requirements.

  • Field Engineering Staffing
  • Project Management Placement

Industries

Government · Solar · Education · Commercial · Stormwater & Flood Control · Sports & Recreation

Projects

4.5 MW Solar Farm

San Luis Obispo, CA · Solar

Project details

Civil engineering, stormwater pollution prevention planning, and construction administration for an 18-acre solar farm generating nearly 25 percent of the resident organization's total electricity needs, projected to save an estimated $17M over 20 years.

Shell Beach Storm Drain Outfall Replacement

Pismo Beach, CA · Stormwater & Flood Control · Client: City of Pismo Beach

Project details

Storm drain replacement integrated with bluff stabilization to restore coastal access and repair a damaged bluff area at Shell Beach. Work included comprehensive engineering, inspections, and project management to improve resistance to wave action and visual appeal.

Sports Stadium FieldTurf Upgrade

San Luis Obispo, CA · Sports & Recreation

Project details

Design, field leveling, accessibility improvements, and storm drain and sanitary sewer upgrades for a synthetic turf installation at a large multi-purpose stadium, saving approximately 2.8 million gallons of water annually.

Public EV Charging Station Installation

San Luis Obispo, CA · Infrastructure

Project details

Project administration and compliance inspections for 40 smart EV charging stations installed across two locations, open to all EV drivers, verifying compliance with ADA and EVCS requirements.

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