Business Details
Geotechnical Engineering Services in Owings Mills, MD
Founded over a half-century ago, The Robert B. Balter Company has established itself as a leader in geotechnical, geo-environmental, and pavement engineering. Our expertise spans subsurface investigations, materials laboratory testing, and special inspections, supported by a team averaging over 24 years of experience. With a portfolio of 17,500+ projects across the U.S. and internationally, we prioritize quality, innovation, and ethical practices.Our accreditations, including AASHTO R-18 and ASTM standards, reflect our commitment to technical excellence. As a woman-owned business, we combine generational knowledge with cutting-edge methodologies to deliver reliable solutions for complex engineering challenges.
Services
Geotechnical Engineering
Geo-environmental Assessments
Pavement Design
Subsurface Investigations
Materials Laboratory Testing
Special Inspections
Construction QA/QC
Environmental Testing
Drilling Services
Structural Inspections
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
- Our team averages 24 years of expertise in specialized testing.
- We hold 9 agency accreditations and 92 ASTM/AASHTO certifications.
- We are a certified woman-owned business with federal recognition.
- Our engineers provide peer-reviewed designs for complex projects.
Associations and certifications
- AASHTO R-18
- ASTM E329
- ASTM C1077
- ASTM D3666
- ASTM D3740
- ASTM C1093
- ER 1110-1-261
- WACEL
- NASSCO PACP
- ICC
- CWI
- NDT
- NACE
Services
Geotechnical Engineering
Our geotechnical engineering services include subsurface investigations, foundation design, and slope stability analysis. We provide solutions for earthwork, tunneling, and liquefaction mitigation. With advanced instrumentation and 50+ years of experience, we ensure structural integrity for infrastructure projects.
Materials Laboratory Testing
We conduct soils, concrete, and asphalt testing under AASHTO R-18 and ASTM standards. Our NICET-certified technicians use automated equipment for rapid, accurate results. Testing supports construction quality control and compliance with federal specifications for transportation and municipal projects.
Special Inspections
Our special inspections cover structural steel, concrete, and pavement construction. Certified ICC and CWI inspectors ensure code compliance for airports, treatment plants, and commercial developments. We provide real-time quality assurance reporting to prevent costly rework.
Geo-environmental Assessments
We perform Phase I/II ESAs, groundwater monitoring, and contamination assessments. Our LEED-focused approach integrates recycled materials and sustainable design. Services include asbestos sampling and remediation planning for brownfield developments.
Pavement Design
We design rigid and flexible pavements for airports, highways, and urban infrastructure. Our analysis includes subgrade improvements and asphalt plant quality assurance. Solutions optimize longevity while meeting FAA and DOT specifications for high-traffic environments.
Questions
What engineering services do you specialize in?
We specialize in geotechnical, geo-environmental, and pavement engineering with subsurface investigations and construction materials testing.
Are you certified for federal projects?
Yes, we are a certified woman-owned small business with federal agency accreditations including USACE and FAA.
How many projects have you completed?
We have completed 17,500+ projects across the U.S. and internationally since our founding over 50 years ago.
Do you offer laboratory testing?
Yes, our AASHTO-accredited labs test soils, concrete, asphalt, and environmental samples with automated equipment for accuracy.
What construction inspections do you provide?
We inspect structural steel, concrete, pavements, and CIPP installations with ICC and CWI-certified technicians for code compliance.
