Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering & Architecture Services in Louisiana
Meyer Engineers has been a trusted leader in civil engineering and architectural services since 1965, serving communities and businesses across Louisiana and the Southeast. Our firm combines decades of technical expertise with a commitment to quality, delivering innovative solutions for infrastructure, public buildings, and private development projects. As a second-generation, family-owned company, we prioritize client collaboration and community impact in every endeavor. Our team specializes in civil engineering, architecture, and construction management, with a proven track record in complex projects like the Port of South Louisiana Administrative Building and Children's Hospital New Orleans expansions. We maintain Louisiana registration for both engineering and architectural disciplines, ensuring compliance with local and national standards. Our history traces back to Tolson Hamilton, Meyer and Associates, Inc., evolving into Meyer Engineers, Ltd. in 1981 under Charles Meyer's leadership.Today, we continue this legacy through advanced planning services, coastal engineering expertise, and sustainable design practices. Our multidisciplinary approach covers subdivisions, roadways, drainage systems, bridges, and recreational facilities. With offices in Metairie and Prairieville, we serve clients across eight Southern states, combining regional knowledge with technical excellence. Our recognition by the American Council of Engineering Companies for green infrastructure design underscores our commitment to environmental stewardship. We remain dedicated to advancing engineering solutions that enhance community resilience and economic growth.
Services
Civil Engineering
Architecture
Construction Management
Coastal Engineering
Planning Services
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of engineering and architectural expertise in Southern infrastructure projects
- Our second-generation family ownership ensures personalized client relationships and accountability
- We provide full-service solutions spanning civil engineering, architecture, and construction management
- Recognized by ACEC Louisiana for sustainable infrastructure design excellence
- We maintain dual Louisiana state registration for both engineering and architectural disciplines
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services encompass transportation systems, drainage solutions, and land development projects. We specialize in roadway design, bridge construction, and utility infrastructure for municipal and industrial clients. Our team addresses complex challenges like coastal erosion and flood mitigation through innovative engineering approaches.
Architecture
We provide comprehensive architectural solutions for public and private sector clients, including school renovations, medical facilities, and government buildings. Our practice integrates functional design with regulatory compliance, focusing on creating spaces that enhance community well-being and operational efficiency.
Construction Management
Our construction management services ensure project success through budget control, quality assurance, and timeline coordination. We offer full-service administration from design phase through completion, maintaining strict adherence to specifications while managing contractor relationships and regulatory requirements.
Coastal Engineering
Specializing in coastal resilience, we develop erosion control systems and wetland restoration projects. Our expertise includes shoreline stabilization techniques and sustainable solutions for protecting infrastructure against environmental challenges in Louisiana's unique coastal ecosystem.
Planning Services
We deliver comprehensive planning services for land subdivisions, recreational facilities, and urban development projects. Our approach combines technical analysis with community needs assessment to create functional, sustainable spaces that support economic and environmental goals.
People
Charles Meyer
Founder
Founded Meyer Engineers in 1981 after leading Tolson Hamilton, Meyer and Associates since 1965. Served as President until 1999, establishing the firm's reputation for engineering excellence in Louisiana.
Richard Meyer
President
President since 2000, continuing the family legacy of engineering leadership. Oversees strategic direction and project execution, maintaining the firm's commitment to quality and community-focused solutions across the Southeast.
Donovan Duffy
President
Appointed President in 2023, bringing extensive experience in engineering management. Leads the firm's expansion efforts while maintaining its core values of technical excellence and client service.
Questions
What geographic areas do Meyer Engineers serve?
We primarily serve Louisiana with offices in Metairie and Prairieville, extending our engineering and architectural services across eight Southern states.
What types of engineering projects does Meyer Engineers specialize in?
We specialize in civil engineering projects including transportation systems, drainage infrastructure, coastal protection, and public works development across Louisiana and the Southeast.
What construction management services does Meyer Engineers provide?
We offer full-spectrum construction management including budget oversight, quality control, contractor coordination, and regulatory compliance for infrastructure and building projects.
Does Meyer Engineers handle environmental engineering projects?
Yes, we specialize in coastal engineering and wetland assimilation projects addressing Louisiana's unique environmental challenges through sustainable solutions.
