Civil Engineering

Comprehensive Civil Engineering Solutions for Modern Infrastructure

DB Sterlin provides full-service civil engineering expertise, from feasibility studies and Phase I/II engineering to detailed civil design, supporting highways, railroads, airports, utilities, and urban infrastructure projects.

Introduction

From concept to construction, our Civil Engineering Department transforms complex challenges into practical, high-performing solutions. Our multidisciplinary team specializes in roadway design, traffic engineering, utility coordination, rail and transit infrastructure, airports, and site development – delivering projects that are efficient, sustainable, and built to last.

By combining civil and structural analysis, land surveying, and advanced subsurface utility engineering (SUE), we provide seamless integration of critical gas, telecommunications, sewer, water, and power systems.

Our Expertise

Planning & Feasibility

Project Investigations and Feasibility Studies
Freeway, Highway, and Arterial Studies
Traffic Maintenance & Intersection Design Studies
Bicycle and Multi-Use Pathway Design

Roadway & Site Design

Roadway Design and Geometrics
ADA Ramp Design
Pavement Analysis and Design
Drainage Location Studies
Stormwater Management & SWPPP Inspections
Storm & Sanitary Sewer Design
Site Grading Design
Erosion Control

Utility & Infrastructure Coordination

Utility Design and Coordination
Culvert Analysis and Design
Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE)
Traffic Signal Design
Streetscape Design & Landscaping Design
Streetlighting Design

Permitting & Regulatory Support

Plan & Document Review
Zoning & Variance Approvals
City of Chicago Permitting, including Deep Excavation
Municipal Building & Site Development Permitting
State & Federal Governmental Permitting, including IEPA/IDNR/SHPO/USACE
Preliminary and Final Engineering

Industries & Experience

We have a strong track record of partnerships with federal, state, and municipal agencies, including:

Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
Illinois Tollway
City of Chicago
ComEd
Peoples Gas
Chicago Transit Authority (CTA)
Union Pacific Railroad & Metra

Our experience spans highways, arterial streets, rail, airports, utilities, and site development, demonstrating technical expertise, innovation, and dedication to supporting regional growth.

Why Choose Us

DB Sterlin combines technical knowledge, practical experience, and collaborative project management to deliver safe, reliable, and code-compliant civil infrastructure solutions. We act as a trusted advocate for our clients, ensuring projects meet quality standards, regulatory requirements, and budgetary goals from start to finish.