GMU Geotechnical, Inc.

Comprehensive geotechnical engineering and engineering geology services applied before, during, and after construction to verify stability, meet performance goals, and evaluate soil, rock, and groundwater conditions.

• Site Exploration

  Subsurface investigations and geologic hazard evaluations to characterize site conditions.

• Slope Stability and Landslide Analysis

  Quantitative analysis of slopes and landslides to develop effective mitigation and stabilization designs.

• Liquefaction Analyses

  Seismic hazard assessments to evaluate soil liquefaction potential and lateral spreading risks.

• Foundation Engineering

  Design recommendations for shallow and deep foundation systems based on site-specific geotechnical parameters.

• Groundwater and Dewatering Studies

  Hydrogeological evaluations to manage groundwater and design dewatering systems during construction.

• Seismic Hazard Analyses and Earthquake Engineering

  Advanced earthquake engineering, fault investigations, and site-specific seismic response evaluations.

• Geotechnical Instrumentation

  Installation and monitoring of geotechnical instruments to track ground movement, pore pressures, and structural performance.

• Numerical Modeling

  Advanced numerical modeling using FLAC, PYWall, and LPILE for complex or deflection-sensitive structures.

Integrated pavement engineering services spanning the entire project lifecycle, from evaluation and non-destructive testing to construction management, inspection, and materials testing.

• Pavement Management Plan (PMP)

  Pavement condition surveys and reserve budget analyses combined with strategic maintenance and rehabilitation scheduling.

• Pavement Evaluation and Design

  Subsurface exploration, laboratory testing, and cost-effective pavement improvement recommendations.

• Non-Destructive Testing

  Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) testing and analysis.

• Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E)

  Preparation of bid packages, specifications, and contractor evaluations for pavement construction projects.

Integrated structural and civil design services specializing in earth retaining structures, slope stabilization, grading plan development, and value engineering solutions.

• Earth Retaining Structures Design

  Design and plans for all types of retaining walls, including masonry, concrete, MSE, permanent shoring, tie-backs, soil nails, and gravity blocks.

• Landscape and Screen Walls

  Structural design for screen walls, monument walls, pilasters, shade structures, decks, and trellises.

• Civil Grading Design

  Development of civil grading plans and specifications for landslide stabilization, ground improvement, and pavement rehabilitation projects.

• Permit Processing

  Guiding structural and grading design plans through municipal and agency permit reviews.

Expert witness testimony, forensic investigations, and specialized consulting to evaluate structural, pavement, and geotechnical failures.

• Expert Witness Services

  Providing technical investigations, forensic analysis, and expert testimony for construction dispute resolution.

Materials testing and special inspections, supported by a Caltrans-certified laboratory, offering compaction testing, laboratory analysis, and quality assurance.

• Soils and Materials Testing

  Field and laboratory testing of soils and pavement materials to verify compliance with specifications.

• Special Inspection

  Specialized field inspections by registered inspectors for wall structures and civil works.

Stormwater consulting, including QSP and QSD services, to support environmental compliance and runoff management during construction.

• Stormwater QSP and QSD

  Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD) and Practitioner (QSP) services for construction site runoff control.