Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Louisiana Engineering Partner Since 1954
Since 1954, Evans-Graves Engineers has been dedicated to delivering professional engineering, planning, and construction services across Louisiana and the Gulf Coast. Our firm specializes in aviation engineering, coastal restoration, flood protection, and transportation infrastructure, combining six decades of regional expertise with a commitment to innovative solutions. With offices in Baton Rouge and New Orleans, we bring localized knowledge to every project, ensuring alignment with community needs and regulatory standards. Our team of nearly 50 professionals prioritizes client collaboration, offering tailored services from site selection to project closeout. We maintain a strong focus on environmental compliance, permitting, and program management, addressing complex challenges with technical precision.Through hands-on leadership and a deep understanding of FAA regulations, we support clients in both public and private sectors. Our work directly impacts regional development, safety, and sustainability, reflecting our mission to shape Louisianas future through engineering excellence. By balancing budgetary constraints with operational requirements, we deliver cost-effective, schedule-driven results for industrial, commercial, and community projects. This approach has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner for infrastructure initiatives that withstand the test of time.
Services
Aviation Engineering
Coastal Restoration
Flood Protection
Transportation Engineering
Commercial Development
Community Planning
Land Surveying
Industrial Site Engineering
Environmental Permitting
Program Management
Details
- Year established: 1954
Highlights and features
- We bring 67 years of Louisiana-specific engineering expertise to every project.
- Our team holds direct FAA regulation compliance experience for airport infrastructure.
- We specialize in complex coastal restoration projects with proven environmental permitting success.
- Our full-service approach covers all phases from site selection to project closeout.
- We maintain a 98% client retention rate through budget-conscious, schedule-driven delivery.
What people say
On schedule
Honest and fair
Proven leadership
Wealth of knowledge
Innovative designs
Services
Aviation Engineering
Our FAA-certified engineers design and manage airfield infrastructure projects that maintain operational safety while minimizing disruptions to air carriers. We specialize in apron pavement rehabilitation, airside lighting systems, and FAA-compliant construction administration. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of Part 139 airport requirements and our track record of delivering on-time, within-budget aviation facility upgrades.
Coastal Restoration
We implement marsh creation and shoreline stabilization projects that protect Louisiana's cultural heritage from coastal erosion. Our solutions combine hydrodynamic modeling with native vegetation strategies to create sustainable ecosystems. With direct experience in CWPPRA-funded initiatives, we deliver projects that enhance natural storm buffers while maintaining compliance with state and federal environmental regulations.
Flood Protection
Our engineers design and oversee construction of hurricane protection systems, including pump stations and levee infrastructure. We apply lessons learned from the HSDRRS program to create resilient flood control solutions that meet USACE standards. Clients receive comprehensive risk assessments and mitigation plans tailored to Louisiana's unique hydrological challenges.
Transportation Engineering
We provide complete roadway design services from rural highways to urban boulevards, integrating pedestrian pathways and landscape architecture. Our team manages NEPA compliance and utility coordination for transportation corridors. Clients receive context-sensitive designs that improve mobility while addressing environmental constraints and community needs.
Commercial Development
We offer end-to-end site development services including due diligence, permitting, and construction administration. Our master planning considers traffic impact studies and utility infrastructure requirements. Clients receive phased development strategies that optimize ROI while maintaining compliance with municipal zoning ordinances and environmental regulations.
Questions
What engineering services does Evans-Graves specialize in?
We specialize in aviation, coastal restoration, flood protection, transportation, and commercial development projects with full permitting and construction administration support.
How long has Evans-Graves served Louisiana clients?
Our firm has provided engineering services across Louisiana since 1954, maintaining continuous operations for 70 years.
Do you handle FAA-regulated projects?
Yes, our team has extensive experience managing FAA-compliant aviation infrastructure projects, including airfield maintenance and apron rehabilitation.
What makes Evans-Graves different from other engineering firms?
Our combination of localized expertise, FAA certification, and coastal engineering experience sets us apart in delivering region-specific solutions.
Can you assist with environmental permitting?
Yes, we have obtained numerous USACE Section 404 permits and Coastal Use Permits, with expertise in NEPA compliance and environmental assessments.
