raSmith provides civil site design and land development engineering consulting for developers, property owners, architects, and contractors nationwide, from due diligence through construction. Our team helps clients navigate site constraints, municipal requirements, and complex development challenges while delivering practical, cost-effective solutions that keep projects moving forward.
Guiding Projects from Due Diligence Through Construction
Successful development projects require more than engineering design. They require a trusted advisor who can identify opportunities, anticipate challenges, and guide projects through the complexities of land development.
For more than 50 years, raSmith has partnered with developers, architects, property owners, and contractors to transform concepts into completed projects. Our Site Design Services team provides comprehensive land development solutions, guiding projects through due diligence, feasibility analysis, site planning, civil engineering design, municipal approvals, permitting, and construction administration.
By combining civil engineering expertise with integrated in-house capabilities in surveying, traffic engineering, ecological consulting, landscape architecture, structural engineering, LiDAR, and UAS services, we provide clients with coordinated solutions that streamline approvals, reduce project risk, and support project delivery.
Whether supporting retail, mixed-use, industrial, residential, healthcare, education, hospitality, or civic development projects, our team works collaboratively to deliver solutions that balance project goals, regulatory requirements, operational needs, and long-term site performance.
Our Site Design and Land Development Services
raSmith provides a full continuum of site design and land development engineering services, including:
Site Due Diligence and Feasibility Studies
Assess development opportunities and identify potential constraints early in the process through site investigations, title review, survey coordination, utility assessments, traffic evaluations, environmental review, and preliminary entitlement evaluations.
Site Planning
Develop site plans that balance project goals, zoning requirements, site constraints, access, circulation, parking, stormwater management, and long-term operational needs.
Landscape Architecture
Develop landscape architecture solutions that enhance aesthetics, functionality, sustainability, and the overall character of a site while supporting project goals and regulatory requirements.
Civil Engineering Design
Prepare grading, drainage, utility, roadway, and infrastructure designs that support project goals while meeting local, state, and federal requirements.
Entitlements and Municipal Approvals
Coordinate with municipalities and regulatory agencies to obtain approvals and advance projects through the entitlement process.
Permitting Coordination
Assist clients with permitting requirements and agency coordination to help maintain project schedules and minimize delays.
Stormwater Management
Design stormwater detention, treatment, and conveyance systems that meet regulatory requirements while supporting functional, cost-effective site development.
Utility Coordination
Evaluate existing utility infrastructure and develop utility solutions that support site operations and future growth.
Construction Administration
Provide ongoing support during construction through contractor coordination, plan clarifications, responses to field questions, and resolution of site-related issues.
Why Partner With raSmith
Nationwide Land Development Experience
For more than 50 years, our Site Design Services team has supported private-sector development projects across the United States.
Trusted Advisors Throughout the Development Process
We help clients make informed decisions by identifying challenges early, coordinating stakeholders, and providing guidance from project conception through construction.
Integrated Services Under One Roof
Our in-house engineering, surveying, traffic, ecological, landscape architecture, structural engineering, LiDAR, and UAS professionals provide seamless coordination throughout the development process.
Proven Quality Control
Every project benefits from a multi-level review process designed to improve accuracy, minimize risk, and maintain project quality.
Diverse Market Experience
Our team serves retail, mixed-use, industrial, residential, healthcare, education, hospitality, civic, parks and recreation, and senior living clients.
Serving Clients Nationwide from Six Locations
With offices in Wisconsin, Illinois, and California, raSmith provides responsive support for projects throughout the country.
Frequently Asked Questions
Selecting a site design and land development partner can have a significant impact on project schedules, approvals, costs, and long-term success. Below are answers to common questions about our site design and land development services.
What information should be evaluated before purchasing a development site?
Early due diligence can help identify zoning restrictions, environmental constraints, utility limitations, access challenges, stormwater requirements, and other factors that may impact project feasibility, cost, or schedule.
How early should a site design engineer be involved in a project?
The earlier the better. Involving engineering and due diligence professionals during site selection or property evaluation can help identify risks and opportunities before significant investments are made.
How can site due diligence reduce development risk?
A thorough due diligence process helps uncover site constraints, permitting requirements, utility availability, environmental considerations, and entitlement challenges before they become costly surprises.
Can raSmith assist with municipal approvals and permitting?
Yes. Our team works closely with municipalities and regulatory agencies throughout the entitlement, permitting, and approval process to help move projects efficiently from concept to construction.
Does raSmith provide services beyond civil engineering?
Yes. Clients have access to a multidisciplinary team that includes land surveyors, traffic engineers, structural engineers, landscape architects, ecologists, LiDAR specialists, UAS professionals, and construction services staff.
What types of development projects does raSmith support?
Our team serves retail, mixed-use, industrial, residential, healthcare, education, hospitality, parks and recreation, civic, senior living, and other private-sector development clients throughout the United States.
How does raSmith help keep projects on schedule?
By integrating due diligence, planning, engineering, permitting, and construction support services, our team helps identify potential challenges early and proactively coordinate solutions throughout the development process.
