Business Details
30 Years
experience
Coastal Engineering Solutions Experts
Cutcher & Associates was founded in 1996 by Robert Cutcher, a licensed Professional Engineer with over 30 years of expertise in marine structures and coastal projects. Our firm specializes in the design, permitting, and construction administration of coastal infrastructure, including marinas, dredging projects, and seawall systems, serving clients across South Florida, the Bahamas, and the Caribbean. We employ a multidisciplinary approach integrating structural engineering, oceanography, geotechnical analysis, and marine sciences to address complex coastal challenges. Our team maintains strong collaborative relationships with regulatory agencies such as the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the Army Corps of Engineers to streamline environmental permitting processes.With extensive experience in underwater inspections and technical diving operations, we deliver precise data collection and documentation for waterfront structures. Our portfolio includes high-profile projects like Disney's Gorda Cay development and critical infrastructure for Florida Power & Light. We prioritize quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction through comprehensive project management and technical excellence. Our professionals hold memberships in leading industry organizations, including the American Society of Civil Engineers and the American Concrete Institute. Our commitment to innovation and regulatory compliance positions us as trusted partners for coastal engineering solutions.
Services
Marine Structural Design
Environmental Permitting
Construction Administration
Hurricane Remediation
Underwater Inspection
Marina Planning
Dredging Projects
Coastal Inspections
Permitting Services
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized coastal engineering experience
- Our multidisciplinary approach integrates structural and marine sciences
- We maintain proven agency relationships for efficient permitting
- Our team holds advanced technical diving certifications
- We've completed complex projects for major energy providers
Services
Marine Structural Design
We design durable marine structures combining structural engineering, oceanography, and geotechnical analysis. Our expertise includes jetties, seawalls, and intake systems for energy facilities. Projects integrate environmental considerations with structural integrity to withstand coastal conditions.
Environmental Permitting
Our team navigates complex permitting processes with agencies like the Army Corps of Engineers and Florida DEP. We prepare comprehensive documentation for coastal construction control lines, wetlands, and dredge projects to ensure timely approvals.
Construction Administration
We provide full-cycle construction management including QA/QC, contract administration, and as-built documentation. Our engineers ensure compliance with design specifications while managing client communications and payment processing during project execution.
Underwater Inspection
Using technical diving certifications and advanced instrumentation, we inspect submerged structures like intake tunnels and discharge systems. Our services include HD video documentation and benthic resource mapping for condition assessments.
Marina Planning
We offer full marina design services including slip optimization, environmental permitting, and agency coordination. Our projects balance functional requirements with ecological considerations for sustainable waterfront developments.
People
Robert Cutcher
Principal Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer with 30+ years of coastal engineering experience. Specializes in marine structures, environmental permitting, and technical diving operations. Led major projects for Florida Power & Light and Disney's Gorda Cay development.
Questions
What coastal engineering services do you specialize in?
We specialize in marine structural design, environmental permitting, construction administration, underwater inspections, and marina planning for coastal infrastructure projects.
How does your firm handle environmental permitting?
We maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies and prepare comprehensive documentation to streamline permitting for coastal projects, including wetlands and dredging approvals.
What geographic areas do you serve?
Our primary service areas include South Florida, the Bahamas, and the Caribbean, with extensive experience in coastal environments across these regions.
Do you handle underwater structure inspections?
Yes, we conduct technical diving operations for underwater inspections using advanced instrumentation and HD video documentation for submerged infrastructure assessments.
What notable projects have you completed?
Our portfolio includes Disney's Gorda Cay development, Florida Power & Light's intake systems, and multiple seawall and jetty restoration projects across Florida.
