Northern Geotechnical Engineering Inc
Alaska's Geotechnical Experts
About the firm
NGE-TFT (Northern Geotechnical Engineering, Inc. d.b.a. Terra Firma Testing) is a geotechnical engineering and materials testing practice headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska. Formed in 2004 through the merger of Northern Geotechnical Engineering and Terra Firma, Inc., NGE-TFT delivers subsurface exploration, geotechnical design, construction management, accredited laboratory testing, and ICC special inspections for construction and mining clients across Alaska and internationally. Its staff of licensed engineers, geologists, and engineering technicians draws on decades of cold-region project experience to provide practical, cost-effective solutions.
- Established
- 2004
- Firm type
- Geotechnical Engineering · Materials Testing
Credentials
Accredited Laboratory Materials Testing · ICC Special Inspection Certification
People
Keith Mobley P.E., G.E.CEO
Andrew Smith, P.E., C.P.GPresident
Andrew Fortt, P.E., Ph.D.Project Engineer / Lab Director
Clinton J. Banzhaf, P.ESenior Project Engineer
Josselynn Schneider-Curry, P.EProject Engineer
Daniel Light, P.EProject Engineer
Ron J.P. Caron, C.E.T.Senior Vice President, Bidding
Mark DeanField Manager, Scheduling
Colton HutchinsWelding Inspector
Nic CropperTechnical Trainer, CoMET
Justin AndryjowiczSpecial Inspector / RSO, CoMET
Aaron KaiserLab Manager
Sierra GrayOffice Manager / Billing
Jazlene OperanaAdministrative Assistant
Capabilities
Geotechnical Engineering
Service websiteExpert engineering solutions for cold-region projects, covering subsurface exploration, site evaluations, geotechnical design, cost analysis, and construction management to ensure reliable project outcomes.
- Subsurface Exploration
- Site Evaluation
- Geotechnical Design
- Construction Management
Construction Materials Engineering and Testing (CoMET)
Service websiteOn-site testing from pre-construction through post-construction, verifying that materials meet rigorous standards for durability, safety, and quality.
- Laboratory Materials Testing
Advanced laboratory analysis of soils, rocks, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt to ensure safety, performance, and code compliance.
- ICC Special Inspections
Certified ICC inspections verifying project compliance with applicable safety codes and protecting public health throughout construction.
Industries
Mining · Infrastructure · Government
Projects
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