--- title: Airports & Ports | HVJ Associates description: We provide solutions for runway, taxiway, terminal, wharf, navigation channel, placement area, beneficial use marsh, and other port and airport structures. --- [![HVJ Logo](https://www.hvj.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HVJ%20logo_141x71.png?width=110&height=71&name=HVJ%20logo_141x71.png "HVJ Logo")](https://www.hvj.com/?hsLang=en) ** [ Let's talk ](https://www.hvj.com/contact-us?hsLang=en) ** ** Geotechnical Engineering Soil, rock, and groundwater conditions at every site are different. We assess the specific site conditions and design earth structures (slopes, channels, and dikes), foundations (retaining walls, bridges, buildings, tanks), and subsurface structures (clarifiers, lift stations, buried utilities, tunnels) to economically achieve the specific project objectives. Learn More → Construction Materials Engineering & Testing Construction material performance is key to the function and durability of any project. We engineer and test materials such as soil, concrete, and asphalt so you get what you pay for and the project performs as expected.     Learn More → Civil/Pavement Engineering A successful project starts with clear understanding of the project’s specific needs. We prepared street rehabilitation PS&E, traffic control designs, pavement designs, and asset management systems based on careful understanding of design requirements.   Learn More → Environmental Geology & Engineering Impact from hazardous waste, wetlands, faulting, and/or NEPA processes are serious concerns for project development. We identify such concerns early in project development, and provide strategies to mitigate impacts and provide the proper regulatory approval so the project can proceed on time and achieve the project goals. Learn More → Roads & Bridges Congestion and failing road surfaces cause delays, vehicle damage, and even driver safety issues. Solving these problems requires our specialized knowledge of pavement and roadway structures. Learn More → Water, Wastewater & Flood Control Drinking water, flushing toilets, and dry streets for granted – until they are gone. We specialize in keeping these systems running effectively. Learn More → Airports, Ports & Dredging Expanding and maintaining ports and airports is crucial to our economic development. HVJ’s specialized pavement, wharf, and navigation channel experience makes it happen. Learn More → Rail & Transit Rail and public transit facilities enable efficient transportation of people and goods. Our detailed knowledge of AREMA requirements keeps projects on track. Learn More → Buildings & Parks Schools, universities, courts, parks, solid waste facilities are all critical to our society. HVJ has specialized knowledge and experience with a multitude of public projects. Learn More → [About Us](https://go.hvj.com/about-us?hsLang=en) [News & Resources](https://www.hvj.com/blog?hsLang=en) [Locations](https://www.hvj.com/all-locations?hsLang=en) [Partners](https://www.hvj.com/partners?hsLang=en) HVJ Difference Our engineers provide a unique blend of capabilities and experience because of the support they receive. Employees do not simply exist here. They thrive. Learn More → Culture We are committed learners, empowered to interact based on making strong commitments. We take ownership of our actions and results. Learn More → Benefits We believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a rewarding work experience, opportunities for advancement and competitive benefits. Learn More → Employee Stories Check out what our employees say and learn about the HVJ experience! Great people and even greater teams are behind every project. Learn More → Current Openings We're always looking for talented individuals who fit our culture and can bring new perspectives and experiences to our growing teams. Learn More → The Opportunity Own a successful engineering business by adding our proven systems to your engineering talent and network. Learn More → How It Works Help us branchise – you help us build a branch office and then convert it into your own franchise. Learn More → Who's A Fit? Are you energetic and confident? See if this might be an opportunity that fits you. Learn More → FAQs What do you want to know?  Find the answers to common questions. Learn More → Success Stories Hear about the outstanding results our current franchisees have produced using our proven systems. Learn More → [![HVJ Logo](https://www.hvj.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HVJ%20logo_141x71.png?width=110&height=71&name=HVJ%20logo_141x71.png "HVJ Logo")](https://www.hvj.com/?hsLang=en) ** [ Let's talk ](https://www.hvj.com/contact-us?hsLang=en) ** ** Geotechnical Engineering Soil, rock, and groundwater conditions at every site are different. We assess the specific site conditions and design earth structures (slopes, channels, and dikes), foundations (retaining walls, bridges, buildings, tanks), and subsurface structures (clarifiers, lift stations, buried utilities, tunnels) to economically achieve the specific project objectives. Learn More → Construction Materials Engineering & Testing Construction material performance is key to the function and durability of any project. We engineer and test materials such as soil, concrete, and asphalt so you get what you pay for and the project performs as expected.     Learn More → Civil/Pavement Engineering A successful project starts with clear understanding of the project’s specific needs. We prepared street rehabilitation PS&E, traffic control designs, pavement designs, and asset management systems based on careful understanding of design requirements.   Learn More → Environmental Geology & Engineering Impact from hazardous waste, wetlands, faulting, and/or NEPA processes are serious concerns for project development. We identify such concerns early in project development, and provide strategies to mitigate impacts and provide the proper regulatory approval so the project can proceed on time and achieve the project goals. Learn More → Roads & Bridges Congestion and failing road surfaces cause delays, vehicle damage, and even driver safety issues. Solving these problems requires our specialized knowledge of pavement and roadway structures. Learn More → Water, Wastewater & Flood Control Drinking water, flushing toilets, and dry streets for granted – until they are gone. We specialize in keeping these systems running effectively. Learn More → Airports, Ports & Dredging Expanding and maintaining ports and airports is crucial to our economic development. HVJ’s specialized pavement, wharf, and navigation channel experience makes it happen. Learn More → Rail & Transit Rail and public transit facilities enable efficient transportation of people and goods. Our detailed knowledge of AREMA requirements keeps projects on track. Learn More → Buildings & Parks Schools, universities, courts, parks, solid waste facilities are all critical to our society. HVJ has specialized knowledge and experience with a multitude of public projects. Learn More → [About Us](https://go.hvj.com/about-us?hsLang=en) [News & Resources](https://www.hvj.com/blog?hsLang=en) [Locations](https://www.hvj.com/all-locations?hsLang=en) [Partners](https://www.hvj.com/partners?hsLang=en) HVJ Difference Our engineers provide a unique blend of capabilities and experience because of the support they receive. Employees do not simply exist here. They thrive. Learn More → Culture We are committed learners, empowered to interact based on making strong commitments. We take ownership of our actions and results. Learn More → Benefits We believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a rewarding work experience, opportunities for advancement and competitive benefits. Learn More → Employee Stories Check out what our employees say and learn about the HVJ experience! Great people and even greater teams are behind every project. Learn More → Current Openings We're always looking for talented individuals who fit our culture and can bring new perspectives and experiences to our growing teams. Learn More → Agencies HVJ has been proud to support hundreds of public agencies meet and exceed service expectations from their constituents.  Learn More → Consultant Clients We’ve developed ongoing teaming relationships with many consulting firms based on delivering outstanding client satisfaction. Learn More → Providers Our success strongly depends on our business associates that provide the products and services we need. Learn More → HVJ Difference Our engineers provide a unique blend of capabilities and experience because of the support they receive. Employees do not simply exist here. They thrive. Learn More → Culture We are committed learners, empowered to interact based on making strong commitments. We take ownership of our actions and results. Learn More → Benefits We believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a rewarding work experience, opportunities for advancement and competitive benefits. Learn More → Employee Stories Check out what our employees say and learn about the HVJ experience! Great people and even greater teams are behind every project. Learn More → Current Openings We're always looking for talented individuals who fit our culture and can bring new perspectives and experiences to our growing teams. Learn More → The Opportunity Own a successful engineering business by adding our proven systems to your engineering talent and network. Learn More → How It Works Help us branchise – you help us build a branch office and then convert it into your own franchise. Learn More → Who's A Fit? Are you energetic and confident? See if this might be an opportunity that fits you. Learn More → FAQs What do you want to know?  Find the answers to common questions. Learn More → Success Stories Hear about the outstanding results our current franchisees have produced using our proven systems. Learn More → Search **Menu** ** ** [![Let's Talk](https://hubspot-no-cache-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/5496911/6233d0db-c76c-4678-9152-08331c17b6f1.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/5496911/6233d0db-c76c-4678-9152-08331c17b6f1) ![ABIA scan0006](https://www.hvj.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ABIA%20scan0006.jpg?width=1200&name=ABIA%20scan0006.jpg "ABIA scan0006") # Airports & Ports We provide cost-effective solutions for achieving and extending design life for runway, taxiway, terminal, wharf, navigation channel maintenance and expansion, placement area, beneficial use marsh, and other port and airport structures. [![Get In Touch](https://hubspot-no-cache-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/5496911/6464a63b-2c0a-4cc3-80b5-f6fbe75e3f14.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/5496911/6464a63b-2c0a-4cc3-80b5-f6fbe75e3f14) ## Airport & Port Services We are committed to our client’s success by delivering superior engineering through our focus on aviation and port projects – from runway, taxiway and port terminal pavements to airport and port terminal buildings, to wharves and navigation channel maintenance and expansion projects. Moreover, we are dedicated to delivering peace of mind through listening, taking ownership, keeping commitments, and staying in touch. ** #### Runway & Taxiway Pavement Through non-destructive testing of pavement stiffness and thickness, along with extensive experience with determining aircraft pavement loads, we determine how to best extend pavement life considering current condition and other project constraints.  We are experienced in field operations in airside environments including the critical importance of FOD discipline. ** #### Port Terminal Pavement We are experts in port pavements including determining how to rehabilitate existing pavements and construct new pavements based on non-destructive testing results and evaluation of terminal pavement loads from RTG, top-pick, containers and other loading.  Our employees have TWIC cards and are able to access port facilities easily for field operations. ** #### Dredging Projects We use US Army Corps of Engineers software such as SETTLE and PSDDF, with related test data from our laboratory, to evaluate current disposal or beneficial use site capacity and assess dike height needs. We also evaluate navigation channel side stability and the potential impacts of channel widening/deepening on nearby existing facilities. ** #### Wharf Design Designing wharf facilities to achieve the water depth, crane load,  and deck load requirements for the facility with adequate global stability. ## Airport & Port Projects [See All Projects→](https://www.hvj.com/projects?hsLang=en) ![Houston Ship Channel](https://www.hvj.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Houston%20Ship%20Channel.png?width=379&quality=high) ** #### Expanding Houston Ship Channel While Benefiting the Environment In 2016, a new class of ships began traversing the Panama Canal. Dubbed the “Neo Panamax,” these ships reached lengths of 1,200 feet long, 168 feet wide, and up to 50-foot draft, with up to 14,000 container capacity. Shortly thereafter, these ships began transiting the Houston Ship Channel to terminals at Port Houston. [View Project →](https://www.hvj.com/houston-ship-channel?hsLang=en) ![terminal with downtown morning shot-credit Austin-thumb](https://www.hvj.com/hs-fs/hubfs/terminal%20with%20downtown%20morning%20shot-credit%20Austin-thumb.webp?width=379&quality=high) ** #### Multi-Discipline Practice and FAA Experience Eliminate Downtime In 2019, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, the 2nd-fastest growing mid-sized airport in the U.S. and an economic engine in Central Texas, embarked on construction plans for its Consolidated Maintenance Facility. [View Project →](https://www.hvj.com/abia_project?hsLang=en) airports-ports ![Bayport Terminal](https://www.hvj.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Bayport%20Terminal-thumb.webp?width=379&quality=high) ** #### Increasing Capacity for Port Houston: Bayport Wharf 7 As the perfect gateway for import and distribution of finished automotive vehicles, Port Houston saw double-digit growth in containers this past year while the global supply chain continued to experience significant challenges. This triggered immediate need for constructing a new wharf at Bayport Terminal, [View Project →](/bayport-terminal-wharf-7-at-port-houston") ![hvj_project_thumb_for_content_tile4](https://www.hvj.com/hubfs/hvj_project_thumb_for_content_tile.jpg) ** #### Project Title 4 Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut sollicitudin tortor leo, id ultricies felis vehicula at. [View Project →](https://www.hvj.com/airports-ports#) ![hvj_project_thumb_for_content_tile5](https://www.hvj.com/hubfs/hvj_project_thumb_for_content_tile2.jpg) ** #### Project Title 5 Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Pellentesque at massa at tortor condimentum varius sit amet sit. [View Project →](https://www.hvj.com/airports-ports#) ![hvj_project_thumb_for_content_tile6](https://www.hvj.com/hubfs/hvj_project_thumb_for_content_tile3.jpg) ** #### Project Title 6 Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Pellentesque in ipsum et massa efficitur imperdiet. [View Project →](https://www.hvj.com/airports-ports#) ### Get in touch with one of HVJ's industry experts [![Get In Touch](https://hubspot-no-cache-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/5496911/6464a63b-2c0a-4cc3-80b5-f6fbe75e3f14.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/5496911/6464a63b-2c0a-4cc3-80b5-f6fbe75e3f14) ## Meet the Team ![Profile_Frank Carmichael](https://www.hvj.com/hubfs/Profile_Frank%20Carmichael.jpg) #### Frank Carmichael #### Branch Manager/Pavement Practice Leader Mr. Carmichael manages statewide services and has developed award winning designs on paving projects. [View LinkedIn Profile→](https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-carmichael-1a8a064/) ![Profile_Rueben_James](https://www.hvj.com/hubfs/Profile_Rueben_James.jpg) #### Rueben James #### Project Manager Mr. James is an expert in non-destructive pavement testing and pavement and other asset management systems. [View LinkedIn Profile→](https://www.linkedin.com/in/reuben-james-9483072b/) ![Profile_Mike Hasen](https://www.hvj.com/hubfs/Profile_Mike%20Hasen.jpg) #### Mike Hasen #### Technical Leader/ Geotechnical and OVTI Subject Matter Expert Mr. Hasen is the organization’s technical leader with special expertise in dredging and Owner Verification Testing and Inspection. [View LinkedIn Profile→](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mhasen/) ![Profile_A Raavi](https://www.hvj.com/hubfs/Profile_A%20Raavi.jpg) #### Anil Raavi #### Professional Services Department Manager Mr. Raavi manages Geotechnical and Environmental Engineering providing solutions to both technical and project delivery needs. [View LinkedIn Profile→](https://www.linkedin.com/in/anil-raavi-aa765344/) ## Get in touch with a geotechnical expert We promise we won't spam your inbox with unnecessary emails. [Privacy Policy](https://www.hvj.com/airports-ports#) #### HVJ Associates, Inc. 6120 S. 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