Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Engineering Services in Maine
Founded in 1992, Gartley & Dorsky Engineering & Surveying has grown to become one of Midcoast Maine's leading engineering and surveying firms. Our team of licensed professionals delivers comprehensive services including civil and structural engineering, land and hydrographic surveying, permitting, and soils analysis. With decades of combined experience, we specialize in tailoring solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial clients across Maine. Our commitment to technical excellence and client collaboration has earned us a reputation for reliability and innovation. We maintain active involvement in local planning and regulatory processes, ensuring up-to-date expertise in compliance requirements.Our leadership team brings specialized skills in project coordination, from initial concept through final implementation. We prioritize direct client communication and rapid response times to streamline project execution. Our proven track record with complex developments demonstrates our capability to handle projects of all scales. As active members of professional organizations, we maintain the highest industry standards. Our focus remains on delivering cost-effective, technically sound solutions that meet each client's unique needs.
Services
Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Permitting Services
Hydrographic Surveys
Site Planning
Soil Testing
Boundary Surveys
ALTA Surveys
Construction Layout
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of surveying expertise with advanced GPS and bathymetric capabilities
- Our full-service approach coordinates projects from concept to final permitting
- We maintain active involvement in local planning board reviews and regulations
- Our team includes licensed professionals in four specialized disciplines
- We provide rapid response times for project adjustments and information requests
Associations and certifications
- Professional Engineers
- Professional Land Surveyors
- DHHS Site Evaluator
- Soil Scientist
What people say
Professional collaboration
Timely service delivery
Technical expertise
Successful project outcomes
Regulatory knowledge
Services
Structural Engineering
We provide comprehensive structural engineering services for residential, light commercial, and industrial construction projects across Maine. Our team delivers detailed building inspections, structural design analysis, and construction documentation. With licensed professionals in multiple states, we ensure code compliance and structural integrity for new developments and renovations.
Land Surveying
Our surveying services include boundary determination, topographic mapping, ALTA/ACSM land title surveys, and construction layout. Using advanced GPS and conventional methods, we deliver precise measurements for property development and legal documentation. Our team handles projects ranging from small residential lots to large commercial developments.
Civil Engineering
We offer complete civil engineering solutions including site planning, utility design, and stormwater management. Our expertise covers residential subdivisions, commercial developments, and waterfront projects. We coordinate with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
Permitting Services
Our permitting specialists navigate complex regulatory requirements for municipal, state, and federal approvals. We handle shoreland zoning, wetland delineation, and stormwater permits for diverse projects including coastal developments and environmental protection initiatives. Our proven track record streamlines approval processes for clients.
Hydrographic Surveys
We conduct detailed hydrographic surveys for waterfront developments and environmental assessments. Our services include elevation certificates, LOMAs, and bathymetric mapping using specialized equipment. These surveys support flood insurance requirements, pier permitting, and shoreline stabilization projects across Maine's coastal regions.
People
William B. Gartley
President
With extensive civil engineering expertise, Will leads our engineering team in delivering tailored solutions. His technical proficiency and client-focused approach have driven the firm's growth since its founding in 1992.
James Dorsky
Senior Vice President
Jim directs our surveying operations with over 30 years of experience in conventional, GPS, and bathymetric surveying. His leadership has maintained our high standards in survey accuracy and client satisfaction.
William T. Lane
Vice President
Bill manages civil engineering projects with 20 years of problem-solving experience. His expertise in project communication and design implementation ensures successful delivery of complex developments across Maine.
Carmen Bombeke
Senior Project Engineer
As a licensed engineer in Maine and New Hampshire, Carmen leads structural engineering projects with technical precision. Her expertise ensures code compliance and structural integrity for commercial and industrial developments.
David Starr
Senior Project Surveyor
David oversees survey operations with dual credentials as Professional Land Surveyor and Engineer Intern. His technical leadership ensures accurate data collection and regulatory compliance for complex land developments.
Questions
What engineering services do you offer?
We provide civil and structural engineering services for residential, commercial, and industrial projects including site planning, building design, and construction documentation.
Do you handle surveying projects across Maine?
Yes, we offer comprehensive land and hydrographic surveying services statewide, including boundary determination, ALTA surveys, and construction layout for all project sizes.
How experienced is your team?
Our professionals have decades of combined experience, with some team members holding licenses in multiple states and specialized certifications in surveying and engineering.
Can you assist with permitting requirements?
Yes, we navigate municipal, state, and federal permitting processes including shoreland zoning, wetland delineation, and stormwater management approvals.
What makes your firm different?
We combine technical expertise with rapid response times and a one-stop approach that coordinates projects from initial design through final permitting and implementation.
