A successful site does more than meet a business’s needs today. It should also leave room for growth. For expanding companies, industrial developers, and property owners, that could mean additional buildings, more parking, increased truck traffic, or expanded utilities. While those improvements may be years away, decisions made during initial site design can have a…
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Long before construction begins, critical decisions are already shaping a project. A site must be evaluated for access, grading, drainage, utilities, permitting, and development potential. Each of those factors can influence cost, schedule, and the final design. That is why civil engineering starts well before the first dirt moves. At Sain, our team helps clients…
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Successful projects begin with more than technical expertise. They also require an understanding of the people, places, and communities they are intended to serve. Public engagement creates opportunities for community members to learn about a project, share their experiences, identify concerns, and help shape potential solutions. Whether a community is developing a safety action plan,…
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Sain Associates is pleased to announce the promotion of Stefan Graeber, P.E., Site/Civil Design Director, and Jack Kimbrough, Jr., P.E., Transportation Design & CEI Director, from Associate Shareholder to Principal Shareholder, effective July 1, 2026. This promotion recognizes the leadership, technical excellence, and long-term commitment Stefan and Jack have demonstrated throughout their careers at Sain….
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For this week’s blog, we asked Mike “Kaz” Kaczorowski, the Principal Planner of Transportation for the Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham (RPCGB), to dive into their APPLE program and its success story. Under his leadership, the program has made significant strides in supporting local governments and improving infrastructure across the Greater Birmingham region. APPLE,…
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The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, also known as the MUTCD, is the national standard for traffic control devices on all streets, highways, and other public roads. The MUTCD provides the purpose and application of traffic control devices such as signs, roadway striping, and traffic signals. In December of 2023, the Federal Highway Administration…
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Driveways are often plagued by a common nemesis: cracks. But fear not, understanding the cause is the first step to keeping them at bay. It’s not a matter of if your driveway will crack, but when. Not all cracks are the same, so understanding what causes cracking to occur can help prevent the deterioration of…
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For this week’s blog, Sain asked Chris Bond, the Executive Director of Designs For Hope, to share his story and the importance of using our talents to serve others. There’s an old saying that necessity is the mother of invention. This was definitely the case during major wars. During WWII, ‘synthetic’ rubber was invented due…
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We are thrilled to announce that Sain Associates has been honored with a National Recognition Award and an Engineering Excellence Award (EEA) from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) of Alabama for exceptional work on the Will Buechner Parkway project. Named in memory of Auburn police officer Will Buechner, who tragically lost his life…
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The world of aviation is constantly changing and improving for the better. We also know that efficiency and safety are the most important aspects when designing new infrastructure around airports. This is why Sain offers comprehensive airport infrastructure and facilities upgrade engineering and design services. We have experience in a wide variety of services from…
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