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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Rail & Transit
Rail and public transit facilities enable efficient transportation of people and goods. Our detailed knowledge of AREMA requirements keeps projects on track.
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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.
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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.
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Culture
We are committed learners, empowered to interact based on making strong commitments. We take ownership of our actions and results.
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Benefits
We believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a rewarding work experience, opportunities for advancement and competitive benefits.
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Employee Stories
Check out what our employees say and learn about the HVJ experience! Great people and even greater teams are behind every project.
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Current Openings
We're always looking for talented individuals who fit our culture and can bring new perspectives and experiences to our growing teams.
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Agencies
HVJ has been proud to support hundreds of public agencies meet and exceed service expectations from their constituents.
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Consultant Clients
We’ve developed ongoing teaming relationships with many consulting firms based on delivering outstanding client satisfaction.
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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.
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Culture
We are committed learners, empowered to interact based on making strong commitments. We take ownership of our actions and results.
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Benefits
We believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a rewarding work experience, opportunities for advancement and competitive benefits.
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Employee Stories
Check out what our employees say and learn about the HVJ experience! Great people and even greater teams are behind every project.
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Current Openings
We're always looking for talented individuals who fit our culture and can bring new perspectives and experiences to our growing teams.
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The Opportunity
Own a successful engineering business by adding our proven systems to your engineering talent and network.
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How It Works
Help us branchise – you help us build a branch office and then convert it into your own franchise.
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Who's A Fit?
Are you energetic and confident? See if this might be an opportunity that fits you.
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Success Stories
Hear about the outstanding results our current franchisees have produced using our proven systems.
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“I’m a skills collector,” jokes Michael Seifert who recently joined HVJ as Lab Manager at the South Central Texas location “When something interests me, I work hard to develop a significant level of skill with it." This makes Mike fit right into the learning organization culture at HVJ. Some would think it’s ironic, since Seifert has “aggregated” the bulk of his skills in the service of aggregate construction materials. Before coming to HVJ, Seifert provided testing, inspection, and consultant services for various Texas road projects.
His certificates include those from the Texas Asphalt Pavement Association (TXAPA) for Plant, HMAC Field, Aggregate, and Soil Properties Specialist; and TxDOT Field, TxDOT Soils and Base Strength, and TxDOT Compressive Strength Specialist.
Since joining HVJ, Seifert has also become a member of American Concrete Institute. But what probably makes Seifert a perfect fit for HVJ’s organization are his teaching and mentoring gifts. From his time in the U.S. Army Aircraft Armament/Missile System Repair (where he conducted training on job skills, safety, and combat skills for a shop of 25 technical specialists) to his role in various companies as an “Unofficial Help Desk/Customer Support” for devices and a wide range of IT and Network Protocols, Seifert has recognized the importance of effective face-to-face communication. “I believe my greatest growth can be attributed to what I have learned about interpersonal relationships,” he notes. “The position of lab manager interacts with people at all levels, both internal and external to the company. In most laboratories, it is the hub of every operation. ”
Even with more than 20 years’ experience in all aspects of Construction Materials Testing, Seifert maintains that while “I do not have any formal education in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering, my knowledge has come from great mentors and several certification programs.” Mentoring and fellowship are reasons why he appreciates HVJ: “Even though HVJ is a major player in the CoMET/Geotechnical space, it still maintains a family-run business atmosphere.”
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