Civil Engineering Solutions Maximizing ROI

"CDR takes a proactive and practical approach to projects. They have the foresight to see what potential issues we may face and present all the possibilities for a solution. CDR doesn’t ‘over-engineer;’ they get creative and make projects work within code requirements, safety, and our needs. They take the reins to guide projects through the design, permitting, and entitlement process while ensuring proper coordination with all the other consultants. When permitting holds up the process, CDR has helped out tremendously. In one instance, they were able to get one of our permits issued within hours of their phone call to a building official. Every project that I’ve worked on with CDR has been successful. They are a great partner and an asset to have on the team. Any project I have in California, specifically, Southern California, CDR will be my first choice!”

“Working with CDR has been a top-notch experience since day one. When I was hired, I was fortunate to inherit CDR on a challenging project and have subsequently completed several others with CDR. They have demonstrated their flexibility and knowledge by solving complicated issues time and time again. What impressed me the most was their can-do attitude and their willingness to visit the site and work collaboratively with the contractors to resolve whatever challenge we faced. I have nothing but positive things to say; I am very happy with their work.”

"CDR brought professionalism and collaborated well with our team and the other consultants. Not only was CDR able to help establish project schedules and milestone dates, they were able to continually meet timelines, process plans, and obtain permits in a timely manner."

"CDR was always immediately available for communication, meetings, and responses to questions. CDR was able to understand our vision and would independently apply our needs to their design and coordination with the other consultants on the development team. I used CDR as a resource not only for civil engineering, but to assist my efforts with development schedules, milestones, and defining overall project scope of work."

"CDR has been an aggressive advocate for my business interests… is extremely efficient and works extremely well with my team of development consultants… and is an integral part of my company’s growth plan and a valued partner."

“Because of their talent and experience, CDR is our go-to civil engineering firm in California.The way they navigate through the permitting process and handle clients and the city is just as good if not better than anybody else we have worked with. They are responsive and communicate well, and are quick to point out if an issue needs to be addressed. I feel that we get their best on every project. CDR understands the design side of projects and can help with site layout. We also rely on them for all issues related to site ADA design. They are flexible enough that they can roll with changes. I also appreciate that they don’t ask for a lot of additional services so I don’t have to go back to my client and ask for more money.”

“CDR is a quality civil engineering firm. The most important attribute in a civil engineer, besides keeping the timeline, is creativity. CDR is sensitive to the overall cost of the project and finds creative solutions that meet the code requirements. CDR hires quality professionals who are responsive and helpful and I would highly recommend them.”

“When CDR and Marks Architects work together, we’re the ‘A Team.’ Together we have tackled challenging projects that others would have walked away from. If there is a way to get it done, CDR will find it. They are proactive and always advocate for the project and our clients. At permitting meetings, Aaron is really firm, convincing, and always prepared with the necessary information to defend our clients’ interests. As far as communication goes, as soon as we call, the CDR team has the details on the tip of their tongue. They know what the status of the project is, and they know who the players are. That type of project ownership is an unbelievably rare trait in consultants. We use CDR on every project we can. They are great partners, easy to work with, extremely responsive and meet their deadlines.”