Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner in Florida and the Caribbean
Founded in 1919, George F Young has established itself as a leader in engineering and surveying services. Our employee-owned company combines over a century of experience with a commitment to innovation, delivering tailored solutions for civil, structural, transportation, and environmental projects. We prioritize community impact, leveraging advanced technologies and sustainable practices to address complex challenges.Our team of certified professionals maintains rigorous quality standards while fostering partnerships that drive long-term client success. With a focus on integrity and technical excellence, we serve public and private sectors across Florida, Alabama, and the Caribbean basin.
Services
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Transportation Engineering
Subsurface Utility Engineering
Hydrographic Surveying
GIS Services
Environmental Permitting
Land Development
Details
- Year established: 1919
Highlights and features
- We offer 100+ years of engineering expertise in Florida's unique environment
- Our employee-owned structure ensures accountability and long-term commitment
- Full-service capabilities across eight specialized engineering disciplines
- Pioneers in integrating GIS technology with traditional engineering practices
- Proven track record with 1,000+ completed projects across multiple sectors
What people say
Technical excellence
Reliable partner
Innovative solutions
Community-focused approach
Responsive service
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team delivers comprehensive solutions for land development and infrastructure projects. Specializing in municipal and private sector work, we handle drainage systems, roadway design, and site development. With 100+ years of experience, we combine technical expertise with regulatory knowledge to create sustainable community infrastructure that meets evolving needs.
Structural Engineering
We provide structural design and analysis for commercial and residential buildings. Our services include forensic investigations and construction phase support. With 50+ years of combined team experience, we ensure structural integrity while maintaining economic efficiency. Our engineers handle projects from concept through completion, including renovations and new constructions across multiple sectors.
Transportation Engineering
Our transportation engineering covers complete street design and traffic analysis. We work with municipalities and FDOT on highway improvements and traffic studies. Using multi-modal design principles, we create safe, efficient transportation systems. Services include signalization, access management, and environmental impact assessments for roadways and pedestrian infrastructure.
Subsurface Utility Engineering
We specialize in locating underground utilities using electromagnetic detection and ground-penetrating radar. Our SUE services prevent construction conflicts through quality level A-D assessments. We coordinate utility relocations and provide non-destructive excavation. This expertise helps clients avoid costly damages during infrastructure projects across Florida's complex subsurface environments.
GIS Services
As an Esri partner, we offer GISaaS for asset inventory management. Our cloud-based solutions help small utilities maintain infrastructure data without in-house systems. Services include data migration, map creation, and mobile application integration. We provide permanent, transferable GIS systems with flexible subscription models tailored to municipal and utility needs.
People
Bill Kent
President/CEO
Leading GFY since 2003, Bill Kent brings decades of engineering experience to strategic decision-making. He has overseen significant growth while maintaining the company's employee-owned culture and technical excellence.
Brenda Anderson
Chief Financial Officer
Brenda Anderson manages financial operations with over 25 years of experience in corporate finance. She ensures fiscal responsibility while supporting GFY's expansion and community-focused initiatives.
Steven Heise
Sr. VP Survey/SUE
Steven Heise leads surveying and subsurface utility engineering divisions. With technical expertise in modern surveying technologies, he has expanded GFY's capabilities in 3D mapping and underground utility detection.
Jeremy Lunsford
VP Structural Engineering
Jeremy Lunsford directs structural engineering services, combining technical leadership with project management expertise. He has overseen complex structural designs for healthcare and commercial facilities across Florida.
Questions
What engineering services does GFY offer?
GFY provides civil, structural, transportation, subsurface utility engineering, hydrographic surveying, GIS, and environmental permitting services for public and private sector clients.
How long has GFY been in business?
George F Young has operated continuously since 1919, making us one of Florida's oldest engineering firms with over a century of experience.
Where does GFY operate?
We serve Florida, Alabama, and the Caribbean basin from eight regional offices, with headquarters in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Is GFY employee-owned?
Yes, GFY remains 100% employee-owned, fostering accountability and long-term commitment to client success and community development.
What industries does GFY work with?
We serve education, healthcare, municipal, residential, commercial, and industrial sectors with tailored engineering solutions.
Does GFY handle environmental permitting?
Yes, our environmental science team provides wetland delineation, NEPA documentation, and regulatory permitting for development projects.
