Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner in Baltimore, MD
AB Consultants is a multidisciplinary engineering and engineering support services firm founded in 1993. Headquartered in Lanham, Maryland, with additional offices in Baltimore, we serve clients across Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, and Washington, D.C. Our expertise spans land surveying, civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, environmental sciences, utility engineering, and construction management. As a certified SBE/DBE/MBE firm, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions tailored to public and private sector needs.Our teams commitment to a Total Project Management Mindset ensures projects are completed on time, within budget, and with exceptional quality. We emphasize value engineering, constructability reviews, and economic solutions, supported by in-house soil drilling and an AASHTO-accredited materials laboratory. Our diverse service offerings position us as a one-stop shop for civil engineering design projects, combining the agility of a small business with the capabilities of larger firms.
Services
Land Surveying
Subsurface Utility Exploration
Geotechnical Engineering
Environmental Assessments
Construction Management
Pipeline CCTV Inspections
Highway Engineering
Water Resources Engineering
Utility Engineering
Site Civil Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of experience in civil and environmental engineering
- Comprehensive services from surveying to construction management
- Certified SBE/DBE/MBE minority-owned business
- In-house AASHTO-accredited materials testing laboratory
- Design-build expertise with cost-effective project delivery
Associations and certifications
- SBE
- DBE
- MBE
- AASHTO re:source
What people say
Exceptional technical expertise
Responsive and accessible
Cost-effective solutions
On-time delivery
High-quality work
Services
Land Surveying
AB Consultants provides precise land surveying services including topographic mapping, property boundary determination, and construction stakeout. Our team utilizes advanced technologies like ground-penetrating radar and GPS to ensure accuracy for infrastructure, residential, and commercial projects. With ASCE-certified SUE crews, we deliver reliable data for design and construction phases.
Subsurface Utility Exploration
Our Subsurface Utility Exploration (SUE) services identify underground utilities using ASCE quality levels A-D. We employ vacuum excavation, ground-penetrating radar, and utility mapping to prevent damage during construction. This ensures safety and compliance for projects ranging from roadway upgrades to pipeline installations across the Mid-Atlantic region.
Geotechnical Engineering
AB Consultants conducts geotechnical investigations including soil borings, pavement evaluations, and foundation design. Our in-house AASHTO-accredited lab analyzes samples to determine bearing capacity, seismic parameters, and material suitability. This data informs stable, code-compliant designs for structures, roads, and stormwater systems.
Environmental Assessments
We perform Phase I-III environmental site assessments to identify contamination, wetlands, and ecological impacts. Our team develops remediation plans, negotiates regulatory approvals, and ensures compliance with federal and state environmental laws for sustainable project outcomes.
Construction Management
Our construction management services include bid review, quality control inspections, and schedule monitoring. Certified inspectors oversee concrete testing, structural steel compliance, and compaction verification to ensure projects meet design specifications and regulatory standards.
People
Amrish A. Patel
President
With over 25 years of engineering leadership, Amrish Patel oversees AB Consultants' strategic direction. His expertise in civil infrastructure and commitment to client collaboration drives the firm's growth and technical excellence.
Steve Foster
Senior Vice President
Steve Foster leads transportation projects with a focus on highway design and utility coordination. His 20+ years of experience ensure efficient, code-compliant solutions for public and private sector clients.
Vernon Kelly
Land Surveying Manager
Vernon Kelly directs survey operations, specializing in topographic mapping and SUE projects. His teams precision supports complex infrastructure developments across the Mid-Atlantic region.
Questions
What engineering services does AB Consultants offer?
We provide land surveying, geotechnical analysis, environmental assessments, utility engineering, highway design, and construction management for public and private sector projects.
Are you certified as a minority-owned business?
Yes, AB Consultants is a certified SBE/DBE/MBE firm, committed to diversity and inclusion in engineering services.
Do you handle projects outside Maryland?
We serve clients in Virginia, Delaware, Washington, D.C., and Maryland, with expertise in regional regulatory requirements.
Can you perform emergency infrastructure assessments?
While we prioritize planned projects, our team can assess urgent infrastructure needs on a case-by-case basis.
What sets AB Consultants apart from competitors?
Our one-stop-shop model combines multidisciplinary expertise, in-house testing, and a Total Project Mindset for efficient, high-quality results.
