Columbia Welcomes New Engineering Powerhouse!
Columbia, SC – Exciting news is buzzing around Columbia as CHA, a major engineering company from Albany, New York, has officially acquired Civil Engineering Consulting Services Inc. (CECS), a local transportation engineering firm. This move brings a shiny new chapter for both companies, especially for the 85 employees of CECS who will now be part of the CHA family!
What Does This Mean for Columbia?
The acquisition was announced just recently, and it’s packed with opportunities. For those who might not be familiar, CHA specializes in a range of engineering services, including project management, construction inspection engineering, highway design, environmental studies, and much more. CECS has been a cornerstone of Columbia’s engineering landscape since its founding in 1993, and now its knowledgeable team will be stepping up under the CHA banner. Isn’t that thrilling?
At a time when investment in infrastructure is critical, this partnership allows CHA to broaden its reach and influence within South Carolina. With the federal and state governments pouring funds into renewing aging infrastructure, CHA’s involvement comes at a crucial time. As Jim Stephenson, CEO of CHA Holdings Inc., remarked, “With continued investments being made at the federal and state levels to address aging infrastructure, CHA’s innovative and integrated solutions are positioned to deliver on these growing needs.”
All About CECS
CECS isn’t just any firm; it has been serving the community for a long time and has built a solid reputation around its services. With expertise in hydrology, traffic engineering, and utility coordination, the firm has always been about delivering quality projects and maintaining strong client relationships. And now, they’ll be able to leverage the resources and expertise of a national player!
Cathy Raad, the president of CECS, expressed her enthusiasm about this new partnership. She mentioned, “We are thrilled to be joining CHA, a like-minded firm that invests in its employees and is committed to the highest quality client outcomes.” It’s clear that this merging of forces aims to create even better opportunities both for employees and clients alike!
CHA’s Growing Footprint
With this acquisition, CHA has officially bolstered its workforce to over 2,000 employees spread across more than 45 offices, ranging from Canada all the way down to Florida! It’s impressive how this move positions CHA as the 65th largest engineering firm in the United States, according to a recent ranking. In other words, they are not just playing in the local leagues anymore—they are aiming for the big leagues!
Looking Ahead
As CECS immediately rebrands to CHA, the future looks bright for both the newly joined employees and the communities they serve. The fusion of their combined skills and resources is set to enhance transportation services across South Carolina. Collaborating on future projects means improved infrastructure, and who doesn’t want that?
This acquisition is certainly setting the stage for exciting developments in engineering and infrastructure in Columbia and beyond. As they say, great things often come in pairs, and with CHA and CECS teaming up, the only direction is up!
Final Thoughts
As Columbia continues to grow and evolve, partnerships like this are essential in creating the infrastructure necessary for a thriving community. So here’s to new beginnings, larger teams, and fantastic opportunities ahead! Let’s stay tuned to see how this partnership flourishes and benefits all of us living in this great city.
