How does sustainability affect the choices we make in our day-to-day and how does that apply to infrastructure? In the second episode of Blink: Infrastructure Explained, we explore the importance… [ Read More about Blink: Infrastructure Explained | Why is Sustainability Important? ]

Bolton & Menk, Inc. now ranks as the Twin Cities’ largest engineering firm on the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal’s 2026 Largest Metro Engineering Firms List. This milestone is driven by the… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Named Largest Engineering Firm in Twin Cities ]

Infrastructure projects often require legal access to land beyond what a project sponsor owns or controls. Roads, utilities, pipelines, and fiber networks can cross many properties, each with its own… [ Read More about Right-Of-Way Services ]

Andrew Babb has been named Volunteer of the Year by the South Carolina Chapter of the American Planning Association (SCAPA). Andrew was recognized at the chapter’s annual spring meeting for… [ Read More about Andrew Babb named SCAPA Volunteer of the Year ]

Take an inside look at Worthington’s Wastewater Treatment Facility with this interactive tour. Discover how an aging system was transformed into a modern, high-performance facility, and explore the key components… [ Read More about Worthington Wastewater Treatment Facility Interactive Tour ]

Step inside these 360 degrees panoramic experience to explore the University Drive and 10th Street Corridor Study in Fargo, ND. This interactive view brings proposed concepts to life, offering an… [ Read More about 360 Degree Panoramic of University Drive and 10th Street Corridor Study ]

Please join us in congratulating John Perkins and Nick Grahek on completing the ACEC/MN Leadership Development Institute Series! The program brings together professionals from across Minnesota who are committed to… [ Read More about Celebrating Perkins & Grahek, ACEC/MN Leadership Graduates ]

I knew early on that civil engineering was a good fit for me. I gravitated toward math and science in school, and civil engineering was familiar thanks to my dad’s… [ Read More about Growing With Purpose: Jack’s Journey into Civil Engineering ]

Two Bolton & Menk projects received National Recognition Awards from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC). Anoka County’s Highway 10 Ramsey Gateway project and Cass County’s CSAH 70 Gull River Crossing… [ Read More about Pair of Projects Earn National Recognition Awards ]

Bolton & Menk has been named one of the 2026 Top Workplaces in South Carolina by Greenville Business Monthly, Charleston Business Magazine, Columbia Business Monthly, and B2B Publications. In our second time… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Named 2026 South Carolina Top Workplace ]

At Bolton & Menk, green infrastructure plays a critical role in how we help communities and developers address today’s stormwater and environmental challenges. As flooding risks increase, infrastructure ages, and… [ Read More about Green Infrastructure Solutions ]

Engineering excellence takes many forms, and this year two of our projects have been recognized for standing out among the best in the state. The Minnesota Society of Professional Engineers… [ Read More about MnSPE Project Awards: Two Projects of the Year ]

Excellence in the engineering profession takes many forms, from technical leadership to service, mentorship, and involvement, and the Minnesota Society of Professional Engineers (MnSPE) recognized all of these qualities through… [ Read More about MnSPE Excellence Awards: Extra Mile and Engineer of Year ]

Cass County, Minnesota’s CSAH 70 Gull River Crossing has been named the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Minnesota Chapter Project of the Year, recognizing its impact on public safety,… [ Read More about Gull River Crossing Named ASCE MN Project of the Year ]

We are proud to share that the Terminal Building Replacement at the City of Two Harbors’ Helgeson Field Airport has been named Intermediate Large General Aviation Airport Project of the… [ Read More about Two Harbors Airport Terminal Building Wins MCOA Award ]

Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) annual ranking of the Top 500 Engineering Design Firms has been released, and Bolton & Menk, Inc. has jumped up 5 spaces to rank at 110 this year. Bolton… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Moves to 110 on ENR’s Top Engineering Design Firms List ]

The City of Coralville, Iowa’s Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank has been awarded The Ripple Effect Award from ISWEP at this year’s IStorm Conference. This award recognizes urban stormwater management… [ Read More about City of Coralville, IA Awarded ISWEP The Ripple Effect Award ]

Bolton & Menk’s Low Salt Design initiative has been selected to receive the 2026 Climate Adaptation Award in the Organizational Adaptation category, presented by the University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation… [ Read More about Low Salt Design Earns Minnesota Climate Adaptation Award ]

Community Compass explores Bolton & Menk’s transformative projects shaping the places we live, work, and play. Through real-world stories and a variety of perspectives, we highlight how we partner with… [ Read More about Community Compass: Clear Creek Stream Mitigation ]

This spring, Bolton & Menk’s Water/Wastewater team in Ames, Iowa provided engineering mentorship for Iowa State University seniors competing in the Midwest Student Design Competition. The semester-long capstone project challenged… [ Read More about Engineering Mentorship Supports First-Place Capstone Team ]

Westbrook Public Utilities’ Water Treatment Plant has received one of five AQUARIUS Awards from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Each awarded project was funded in part by the Drinking Water… [ Read More about Westbrook Water Treatment Plant Earns AQUARIUS Recognition ]

Clear, effective communication is critical to building understanding and trust around projects that impact communities. Photo simulation visualizations help bridge the gap between technical design and public understanding by showing… [ Read More about From Concept to Reality: Photo Simulation Visualizations ]

Municipal leaders today face constant pressure to deliver high-quality public facilities while operating within tight budgets. Many respond by designing buildings that meet minimum code requirements at the lowest possible… [ Read More about Investing in Buildings: First Cost vs. Long-Term Cost ]

At Bolton & Menk, sustainability and resilience are central to how we help communities plan for the future. As climate conditions evolve and expectations increase, communities are being called upon… [ Read More about 2050 Comprehensive Plans: Climate, Sustainability, Resilience ]

At Bolton & Menk, we believe great communities are built through thoughtful, long‑range community planning. Our Community and Area Planning team partners with cities, towns, and counties to guide growth… [ Read More about 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update ]

A comprehensive plan is a long‑range planning document that guides a community’s growth, development, and decision‑making over a typical 20‑year horizon. Through a thoughtful planning process, communities engage residents, stakeholders,… [ Read More about Comprehensive Plan Services ]

For many Iowa cities, downtown street reconstruction projects begin as responses to aging pavement, outdated utilities, and necessary accessibility updates. Now more than ever, communities are regarding these investments as… [ Read More about Building Momentum Through Public and Private Partnerships in Algona ]

In 2020, MnDOT adopted the Minnesota Bicycle Facility Design Manual to provide designers and planners with information to develop safe, consistent, and predictable bicycle facilities along MnDOT’s trunk highway system…. [ Read More about MnDOT Separated Bicycle Facility Design Guide ]

At Bolton & Menk, we take pride in being active within our communities, which includes welcoming students into our office. Sharing the spaces where we collaborate, innovate, and grow each… [ Read More about Career Paths for Students Who Want to Shape Places ]

Jonathan Hinkle, Water Resources Group Leader and Principal at Bolton & Menk, was recently recognized as a dedicated partner for his commitment and leadership providing innovative drainage solutions.  This recognition… [ Read More about Hinkle Recognized for Southeastern Drainage Partnership ]

In this edition of Bolton & Menk on the Board, three team members share their personal involvement in several organizations making a difference in our communities every day.  Their passion… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk on the Board: Leadership Serving Communities ]

Communities across the U.S. count on safe, reliable water and wastewater systems to protect public health, support economic stability, and enable long term growth. When those systems are challenged by… [ Read More about Funding Forward: Water Infrastructure Funding That Builds Resilient Communities ]

Leadership, collaboration, and community impact took center stage at the Triangle Community Coalition’s 2026 Annual Meeting, where Joshua Reinke was presented with the Wahlbrink Grassroots Leadership Award. Presented annually, the… [ Read More about Reinke Brings Home Wahlbrink Grassroots Leadership Award ]

What is a right‑of‑way? And why does it matter to your community? In the first episode of Blink: Infrastructure Explained, we break down the basics of a right‑of‑way: what they… [ Read More about Blink: Infrastructure Explained | What Is a Right‑of‑Way? ]

In many parts of the country, winter brings more than snow and ice—it brings salt. And while salt is a familiar go-to for winter maintenance, its impact on our water… [ Read More about Low Salt Design Featured on the ASCE Plot Points Podcast ]

When the opportunity to relocate presented itself to me, it felt like the right place at the right time. After ten years in my career at Bolton & Menk, I… [ Read More about The Leap North: Josh Stier’s Relocation Story ]

Two Bolton & Menk projects received Engineering Excellence Awards from the Minnesota Chapter of the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC/MN). Anoka County’s Highway 10 Ramsey Gateway project and Cass County’s CSAH 70 Gull River Crossing project both received Engineering Excellence… [ Read More about Pair of Projects Earn Engineering Excellence Grand Awards   ]

Community Compass explores Bolton & Menk’s transformative projects shaping the places we live, work, and play. Through real-world stories and a variety of perspectives, we highlight how we partner with… [ Read More about Community Compass: The Transformation of Gracely Park ]

For years, Bolton & Menk has been proud to bring together a wide audience to explore cutting-edge solutions for the threat of chloride pollution. The Salt Symposium has served to… [ Read More about Salt Symposium Transitions Ownership to University of Minnesota ]

Bolton & Menk is incredibly proud of all the ways our team members give back. This year, employees participated in our second annual Bolton & Menk Giving Drive, where team members reported how they… [ Read More about A Season of Giving Back Together ]

Bolton & Menk’s Regional Sewer & Water Services team is dedicated to helping clients and partners navigate the growing technical and social complexities of sewer collection and water distribution systems…. [ Read More about Regional Sewer & Water Services ]

We’re thrilled to share that Scott Petrarca has earned first place in the Miscellaneous Category of the National Society of Professional Land Surveyors (NSPS) Map Plat Competition for his outstanding… [ Read More about Scott Petrarca Wins First Place in NSPS National Contest ]

Every stamp tells a story. This year, our journey took us across bridges, beneath streets, and through vibrant communities – creating connections that matter. Thanks for joining us on this… [ Read More about Celebrating Connections: Happy Holidays from Bolton & Menk ]

Today we’re stepping into the field to learn about land surveying with Dan Perna, a survey manager from our Cedar Rapids, IA location. Dan leads the way in showing us… [ Read More about Measuring Success with Land Surveying – Field Day Ep. 6 ]

Bearden Promenade – designed by Bolton & Menk – is a meandering pedestrian corridor that doubles as a linear park located in Uptown Charlotte. Oversized Holland Stone pavers from Belgard,… [ Read More about Stroll Through Bearden Promenade ]

Public safety agencies face growing challenges in attracting and retaining qualified personnel. While competitive pay and benefits are critical, the physical environment where staff work every day plays an equally… [ Read More about Wellness, Scalability, & Community: The Future of Public Safety Facilities ]

Bolton & Menk team members are taking active roles on industry boards, where they help drive progress and share their knowledge. Their involvement builds stronger partnerships and influences the direction… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk on the Board – 2025 Q4 ]

Along the rugged shoreline of Lake Superior lies the City of Two Harbors, Minnesota, a community known for its historic charm, scenic beauty, and vibrant tourism. With a population of… [ Read More about Brewing Solutions: Two Harbors Wastewater Treatment Facility ]

Amie Johnson was named the recipient of Bolton & Menk’s 2025 Founders Award. Amie is the Accounting Manager in Bolton & Menk’s Riverfront Drive location in Mankato, Minnesota. Amie began… [ Read More about Amie Johnson Named 2025 Founders Award Recipient ]

We are honored to announce that the Dakota Prairie Composting Facility has received the 2025 APWA-MN Project of the Year Award in the Environmental category. Completed in June, this 92-acre… [ Read More about Dakota Prairie Composting Facility Wins APWA-MN Award ]

Snow storage is a primary Low Salt Design consideration, yet it is an overlooked part of stormwater design. Snow typically melts at a rate and volume less than what is… [ Read More about A More Sustainable Future through Snow Storage Design ]

Dylan Jordan, Municipal Project Manager and Senior Associate at Bolton & Menk, has been recognized by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) South Carolina Section as Young Civil Engineer… [ Read More about Jordan Honored as ASCE SC Young Civil Engineer of the Year ]

In the heart of Iowa, the City of Coralville is pioneering a new approach to urban conservation—one that blends regulatory compliance, ecological restoration, and public recreation into a single, replicable… [ Read More about Coralville’s Stream Mitigation Bank: Funding Greenway Parks ]

Our Fargo, North Dakota location has moved to better serve our growing client base! This expansion strengthens our vision to be the community’s urban complex problem solvers, delivering integrated solutions… [ Read More about Our Fargo, North Dakota Location Has Moved! ]

We are dipping our toes in the waters of Minnehaha Falls for a Field Day with Katie Farber, a water resources scientist project manager from our Plymouth, MN location. Katie… [ Read More about Water Quality Monitoring – Field Day Ep. 5 ]

Most communities use some form of asset management inventory tracking system to maintain inventories of their community assets, including facility structures, buried utilities, roadway systems, bridges, culverts, and roadway features,… [ Read More about Asset Management: How Can It Improve Your Winter Operations? ]

The Gen H Comprehensive Plan has been awarded the 2025 Marvin Collins Outstanding Planning Award in the category of Comprehensive Plan – Small Community by the North Carolina Chapter of… [ Read More about Gen H Honored with 2025 APA-NC Marvin Collins Planning Award ]

Bolton & Menk has been named one of the 2025 Top Workplaces in Charlotte by Charlotte Magazine for the second straight year. The firm jumped up 26 spots and is now… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Named a 2025 Charlotte Top Workplace ]

This spring, Bolton & Menk’s Military Affinity Group proudly honored Memorial Day by giving back to our local military communities. With more than 40 veterans represented across our locations, the… [ Read More about Military Outreach Events Build Community Impact ]

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often called “forever chemicals,” have become a growing concern for communities across the country. Used in everything from nonstick cookware to firefighting foam, PFAS is… [ Read More about Community Action for Cleaner Water: PFAS Solutions ]

As public agencies in Oregon and California demolish massive dams along the Klamath and other major rivers, smaller communities nationwide are replacing their own modest dams with more natural, fish-friendly… [ Read More about Riffing On a River’s Renewal ]

The City of Two Harbors’ Breakwall Bottle Shoppe has been recognized with a 2025 NAIOP Award of Excellence in the Hospitality category. The new municipal liquor store was designed to… [ Read More about Breakwall Bottle Shoppe Wins NAIOP MN Award of Excellence ]

Three Iowa public works projects were recognized at this year’s American Public Works Association Iowa Chapter Fall Conference as Projects of the Year. The City of Johnston’s Green Meadows West… [ Read More about Iowa Public Works Projects Earn Project of the Year ]

The Simpsonville Municipal Center has been named one of SCBIZ News Top Projects for 2025—a recognition of the City of Simpsonville’s bold vision and commitment to its community. The project… [ Read More about Simpsonville Municipal Center Earns Top Project Honor ]

We’re proud to share that Zoe Conrad and Dylan Jordan have been named to the 2025 B2B The Grand Strand: Best & Brightest 35 and Under list! This recognition celebrates… [ Read More about Conrad & Jordan Shine as Best and Brightest Honorees ]

Bolton & Menk has earned recognition as an Iowa Top Workplace from the Des Moines Register for the fourth year in a row. This distinction highlights the company’s commitment to… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Named Iowa Top Workplace for 2025 ]

Bolton & Menk’s children’s book series has been recognized by Zweig Group as a recipient of a 2025 Marketing Excellence Award. The Marketing Excellence Awards recognize outstanding and effective marketing… [ Read More about Children’s Book Series Wins Marketing Excellence Award ]

Anne Gode, CPSM, principal marketing & business development director was named a 2025 Notable Marketing Leader by Twin Cities Business Magazine. Anne is one of 25 marketing leaders throughout Minnesota… [ Read More about Gode Named Twin Cities Business 2025 Notable Marketing Leader ]

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large group of synthetic chemicals—over 10,000 known compounds—that share similar chemical and physical properties. Linked to cancer and other serious health concerns, PFAS… [ Read More about PFAS in Water and Wastewater: What You Need to Know ]

The City of Chaska aimed to revitalize downtown as a community hub, preserving its historic character and small-town atmosphere. State Highway 41 and County Highway 61 traverse the downtown area,… [ Read More about Revitalizing Downtown Chaska Through Collaboration ]

We’re headed back to college at the University of North Carolina, Wilmington (UNCW) campus for a Field Day with Nicole Whiteside, a landscape architect project manager. Nicole walks us through… [ Read More about Shaping Sustainable Spaces in Landscape Architecture – Field Day Ep. 4 ]

The City of Chaska’s Downtown Highway 41 project received the 2025 APWA Public Works Project of the Year Award in the Transportation ($5 million to $25 million) category. This award… [ Read More about City of Chaska Receives APWA Project of the Year Award  ]

Team members from every corner of Bolton & Menk are stepping up to industry boards to influence progress and share expertise. These contributions strengthen our partnerships and shape the future… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk on the Board – 2025 Q3 ]

Our mission is fundamentally focused on empowering communities. This spring, our team built new partnerships with schools, universities, and organizations, opening doors for learning and growth. By encouraging collaboration and… [ Read More about Empowering Communities Through Support Initiatives ]

At Bolton & Menk, we believe infrastructure should be safe, sustainable, and built to last. Our Building & Facility Services team delivers tailored structural solutions that blend proven engineering practices… [ Read More about Building and Facility Services ]

Our St. Cloud, Minnesota office has moved to a new location! Our new space at 4140 Thielman Lane, Suite 204, St. Cloud, MN 56301 offers a more accessible and modern… [ Read More about Our St. Cloud, Minnesota location has moved! ]

As consultants, we bring a professional commitment to objectivity in our work, seeking to find the best solutions for our clients, regardless of our own background and perspectives.  But sometimes,… [ Read More about How a Former Kmart Site Sparked Community Revival ]

Norway Lake Dam Removal and Pine River Restoration Project DURING THE 20TH CENTURY, OUR WATERWAYS WERE IMPACTED BY THE construction of dams across the United States that were made to… [ Read More about Reestablishing the River and Our Connections to it ]

Sustainability and resilience are at the heart of Bolton & Menk’s approach to community planning and infrastructure development. As climate change intensifies, communities are increasingly required to meet local, regional,… [ Read More about Sustainability and Resilience Solutions for Communities ]

Today, we’re spending a Field Day in Raleigh, North Carolina with Chad Ponce, a natural resources specialist from Greenville, South Carolina. Chad is here to show us how wetland delineation… [ Read More about Wetland Delineation, Hydric Soils, and More! – Field Day Ep. 3  ]

In an age where sustainability and efficiency are of utmost importance, municipalities are progressively adopting innovative solutions to upgrade critical infrastructure. Wastewater management, frequently overlooked, is crucial in maintaining environmental… [ Read More about Albertville WWTF Biosolids Improvements ]

Congratulations to Mike Bittner who has been announced as one of Prairie Business Magazine‘s 2025 Leaders & Legacies recipients. The Leaders & Legacies award honors distinguished executives in the Dakotas… [ Read More about Bittner Named Prairie Business Leaders & Legacies Recipient  ]

Bolton & Menk has officially earned a spot on the Triangle Business Journal’s 2025 Largest Engineering Firms list, debuting at #47!  This first-time recognition celebrates our deepening roots and growing contributions… [ Read More about TBJ Ranks Bolton & Menk Among Largest Engineering Firms ]

Many of our team members have discovered new opportunities by relocating within Bolton & Menk. Whether it’s moving closer to family, embracing a new work group, or seeking a fresh… [ Read More about Real Opportunity: New Places, New Possibilities ]

We’re continuing to grow! We are excited to announce our new location in Holly Springs, NC. This expansion into a growing Raleigh suburb is part of our ongoing effort to… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Opens Holly Springs, NC Location ]

Two projects produced by the Bolton & Menk Visual Communications team received awards from The Communicator Awards for their excellence in marketing, communication, and creative work. The Bolton & Menk… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Studio Honored by The Communicator Awards  ]

The following article is a peer-reviewed accepted manuscript submitted to the Journal of Soil and Water Conservation. You can read the final published work through Taylor & Francis Online. Note:… [ Read More about Designing a Lower Salt Future: Examining Chloride’s Environmental and Infrastructure Impacts ]

We are excited to announce that Bolton & Menk has been named one of the Top Workplaces in Minnesota by the Minnesota Star Tribune for the eighth straight year. Bolton & Menk… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Named a 2025 Top 200 Workplace in Minnesota ]

On June 13, 1949, John Bolton & Martin Menk founded this company on four core values: clients, people, culture, and performance. Each year on our anniversary, we want to recognize… [ Read More about Congratulations to our 2025 Corporate Values Award Recipients ]

We’re proud to share that Bolton & Menk has been named to the Charlotte Business Journal’s 2025 Largest Engineering Firms list, debuting at #20. As our team grows, so does our ability to deliver… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Ranks #20 on CBJ Engineering Firms List ]

We’re proud to announce that Bolton & Menk has officially opened a new location in Milwaukee, Wisconsin! Located at 11414 West Park Place, Suite 107, Milwaukee, WI 53224, this new space… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Opens Milwaukee, WI Location ]

Two Bolton & Menk transportation projects earned three Transportation Achievement Awards from the Great Lakes District of the Institute of Transportation Engineers. North Dakota Department of Transportation’s Transportation Management Center… [ Read More about Pair of Transportation Projects Receive Three GLITE Awards  ]

Imagine you’ve found the perfect home—a beautiful lakeside property in Minnesota, nestled in a vibrant community with easy access to trails, parks, and your favorite local spots. Life here feels… [ Read More about Climate Change and Flooding: A Challenge in Minnesota’s Backyard at Shady Oak Lake ]

The Chaska Downtown Highway 41 Improvements project has been honored with a 2025 ACEC National Recognition Award, a prestigious recognition that celebrates outstanding engineering achievements across the country. This award highlights the… [ Read More about Chaska Downtown 41 Project Brings Home ACEC National Award ]

Since 1999, our Youngsville location has proudly provided land surveying and UAS-related services to the community. We’re excited to share that our team is relocating to a new, expanded space… [ Read More about Youngsville Team Relocates to Wake Forest, North Carolina ]

What goes into managing a transportation project? Today we are in the field with Dan Franta, a transportation practice lead who answers that very question and more in our second… [ Read More about Exploring Transportation Project Sites – Field Day Ep. 2  ]

The following article is a peer-reviewed accepted manuscript submitted to the ASCE Journal of Cold Regions Engineering. You can read the final published work on the ASCE Library. Note: you… [ Read More about Low Salt Design ]

We are proud to celebrate a historic achievement with the Iredell Water Corporation, which secured more than $500,000 in grant funding through the State of North Carolina between July 2024… [ Read More about Celebrating Iredell Water’s Infrastructure Funding Win ]

Bolton & Menk, Inc. is proud to announce its new position as the Twin Cities’ second largest engineering firm on the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal’s 2025 Largest Metro Engineering Firms… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Named Second Largest Engineering Firm in Twin Cities  ]

Athletes don’t show up to a championship match without practicing, actors don’t take the Broadway stage without having rehearsals, and diplomats don’t enter a negotiation with the intent to “wing… [ Read More about Rapid Disaster Response: Safety & Infrastructure Recovery ]

Over the past eight years, Worthington Public Utilities (WPU) has navigated the long and challenging process of modernizing their municipal wastewater treatment infrastructure. WPU is responsible for managing, operating, and… [ Read More about Worthington WWTF: Constructing Improvements for Now and the Future ]

We are pleased to share that Aus Perez has been honored with the H.W.S. Cleveland Award from the ASLA Minnesota Chapter. This award recognizes a landscape architecture trainee who has… [ Read More about Aus Perez Receives ASLA Minnesota Service Award ]

We are thrilled to announce that Bolton & Menk has been honored with two ASLA Minnesota Professional Awards. The professional awards recognize excellence in design as well as service to… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Receives Two ASLA Minnesota Professional Awards ]

Two Bolton & Menk chapter members have been recognized by the American Public Works Association’s North Carolina Chapter. Kaylyn Forte, water resources project manager in our Charlotte location, has received… [ Read More about Forte, Thompson Honored by APWA North Carolina Chapter  ]

The North Dakota Department of Transportation’s Transportation Management Center (TMC) and I-29 SMART Corridor has received a 2025 ACEC ND Engineering Excellence Award in the Studies, Research, and Consulting Engineering Services… [ Read More about TMC and I-29 SMART Corridor Earns North Dakota Engineering Award  ]

Matthew Vaughan, PE, has been honored with the prestigious Young Professional of the Year award by the American Council of Engineering Companies of North Carolina (ACEC NC)! This recognition reflects… [ Read More about Matthew Vaughan Wins ACEC NC Young Professional of the Year ]

We are excited to announce that Bolton & Menk has been named one of the 2025 Top Workplaces in South Carolina by Charleston Business Magazine, Columbia Business Monthly, and Greenville Business Magazine…. [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Receives 2025 South Carolina Top Workplace Honors  ]

In our new Real Opportunity series, we explore the inspiring journeys of dedicated professionals who have made significant career transitions within Bolton & Menk. Each story highlights the personal and… [ Read More about Real Opportunity: Exploring New Horizons ]

Playgrounds have always been a cornerstone of childhood, offering spaces for fun, exploration, and social interaction. However, traditional playgrounds often come with limitations that can exclude people with different abilities…. [ Read More about Limitless Playgrounds: Breaking Boundaries ]

Our team members continue to extend their expertise beyond our company walls. Their active participation on various industry boards not only enriches their professional journey but also amplifies our presence… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk on the Board – 2025 Q2 ]

The Perry Municipal Airport has been honored with the Iowa Concrete Pavement Association (ICPA) Award in the Reliever/General Aviation Airports category. This accolade recognizes the airport’s exceptional commitment to quality… [ Read More about Perry Municipal Airport Receives Iowa Concrete Award  ]

 Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) annual ranking of the Top 500 Engineering Design Firms has been released, and Bolton & Menk, Inc. has jumped up an impressive 17 spaces to rank at 115 this… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Jumps to 115 on ENR’s Top Engineering Design Firms List  ]

As the school year draws to a close, one truth remains: we have immense respect for our educators! Throughout the last quarter, our employees have been engaged in classrooms, competitions,… [ Read More about Inspiring the Future: STEAM Education and Community ]

We are proud to announce the Downtown TH 41 Improvements project in Chaska, Minnesota has received the 2025 Project of the Year – Public Welfare award from the Minnesota Society of Professional… [ Read More about Chaska Downtown TH 41 Improvements Wins Project of the Year ]

We are thrilled to announce the Chaska Downtown Highway 41 Improvements project has received the ASCE-MN Project of the Year Award for 2025. This award recognizes outstanding civil engineering projects that significantly contribute to… [ Read More about Transformative Chaska Downtown Project Wins ASCE-MN Award ]

Popular romance stories often attribute love to the wind – ‘you can’t see it, but you can feel it’ (we’re looking at you, Nicholas Sparks). But taking love out the… [ Read More about Preserving the Natural Environment Through Trenchless Technology ]

We’re excited to announce the addition of Elliott Lindgren to the Bolton & Menk team as an Aviation Group Leader. Working out of our Oakdale, Minnesota location, Elliott will play… [ Read More about Lindgren Joins Bolton & Menk as Aviation Group Leader ]

Is your water safe? Today we learn how to test for iron and manganese thanks to the staff over at the Buffalo, Minnesota Water Treatment Plant and our very own… [ Read More about Testing Water for Iron and Manganese – Field Day Ep. 1 ]

We are excited to announce that Kyler Bender, PE, PTOE, Principal Southeast Business Development Director, has been recognized in the Triangle Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 list for his outstanding… [ Read More about Bender Named in Triangle Business Journal 40 Under 40 ]

Congratulations to Mike Eichers on receiving the 2025 Minnesota Society of Professional Surveyors (MSPS) William Kelley Memorial Award! This award recognizes Mike’s outstanding contributions to the community and his dedication… [ Read More about Eichers Receives 2025 MSPS William Kelley Memorial Award ]

Our Conway team secured several awards at the South Carolina Society of Professional Land Surveyors (SCSPLS) Convention and Technical Conference Plat Contest! This event brings together the best in the… [ Read More about Conway Team Wins Multiple Awards in SCSPLS Plat Contest ]

Jesse Zeig has been installed as the 2025 President of the Minnesota Society of Professional Surveyors. With an impressive 23-year career in the surveying profession, Jesse’s journey began in 1996,… [ Read More about Zeig Elected as MSPS President ]

Topher the Gopher is the newest member of the Bolton & Menk children’s book series. Readers can join Topher underground to learn more about trenchless engineering, and there might be a few… [ Read More about Meet Topher the Gopher! ]

Two Bolton & Menk projects received Engineering Excellence awards from the Minnesota Chapter of the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC/MN). The City of Chaska’s TH 41 Downtown Improvements project… [ Read More about Engineering Excellence: Two Projects Receive ACEC/MN Awards ]

Beyond Parking Lots: Can Better Designed Parking Lots Really Connect Communities? When you drive into a familiar or well-designed parking lot, you might not really notice it and go about… [ Read More about Connecting Communities through Parking Lot Design ]

We are proud to announce that our Southeast land surveying team has taken home five awards at this year’s North Carolina Society of Surveyors (NCSS) plat contest! Logan Breese and… [ Read More about Petrarca & Breese Honored by NC Society of Surveyors ]

We are excited to announce that our Jefferson, Iowa office has moved to a new location! Our new office, situated in the heart of downtown Jefferson, offers a more centralized… [ Read More about Our Jefferson, Iowa office has moved! ]

At Bolton & Menk, we are proud to be at the forefront of Low Salt Solutions (LSiD™) for our clients, our community, and our environment. We believe that low salt… [ Read More about Get Your Own Free Copy of Our Low Salt Design Guide ]

Three Bolton & Menk projects received accolades from the City Engineers Association of Minnesota (CEAM) in both the Transportation and Non-Transportation categories. Chaska’s TH 41 Downtown Improvements and St. Paul’s Capital City Bikeway… [ Read More about Three Minnesota Projects Earn City Engineering Award Honors ]

Congratulations to the City of Little Canada for receiving an MRPA Award of Excellence for Pioneer Park! The City of Little Canada saw the need to enhance Pioneer Park as… [ Read More about Pioneer Park Receives MRPA Award of Excellence ]

For many, the holiday season is synonymous with giving back. This sentiment rang true throughout Bolton & Menk locations across the region, showcasing our community impact through various initiatives. Raking… [ Read More about A Season of Hope and Community Impact ]

Our team members continue to extend their expertise beyond our company walls. Their active participation on various industry boards not only enriches their professional journey but also amplifies our presence… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk on the Board – 2025 Q1 ]

We are excited to share that Jamie Fisher has been selected to represent the USA Deaf Golf Team at the 2025 Deaflympics in Tokyo, Japan! Jamie’s exceptional skills and dedication… [ Read More about Fisher to Represent USA Deaf Golf Team at 2025 Deaflympics ]

In continued commitment to our clients and in support of our purpose of building safe, sustainable, and beautiful communities, we are happy to announce that as of January 1, 2025,… [ Read More about Benchmark Engineering and FOCUS Engineering Join Bolton & Menk ]

All of us at Bolton & Menk wish you a holiday season filled with joy, warmth, and happiness. Thank you for being a part of our journey this year. Here’s… [ Read More about Holiday Greetings from Bolton & Menk ]

Over the past three quarters of a century, Bolton & Menk has changed the lives of millions of people for the better. In the final chapter “Our Legacy and Our… [ Read More about Commitment to Communities: Chapter 6 – Our Legacy and Our Future ]

The Downtown TH 41 Improvements project in Chaska, Minnesota has received the Transportation Achievement Award from the North Central Section of the Institute of Transportation Engineers (NCITE). This award is… [ Read More about TH 41 Improvements Project Receives Transportation Award ]

Cody Christianson, PE, ENV SP, Transportation Engineering Project Manager and Senior Associate at Bolton & Menk, has been honored as one of Prairie Business Magazine’s 2024 40 Under 40 award… [ Read More about Christianson Named in Prairie Business Magazine 40 Under 40 ]

The Low Salt Design (LSiD) Strategies provide a comprehensive approach to reducing the environmental impact of salt used in winter road maintenance. Our approach emphasizes the importance of minimizing chloride… [ Read More about Low Salt Design Strategies ]

Mitch Hoeft, principal municipal engineer in Bolton & Menk’s Chaska location, was named the 2025 APWA-MN President. As president, Hoeft will lead efforts to advance the theory and practice of… [ Read More about Hoeft Named 2025 APWA-MN President ]

Beth Engum, transportation senior project manager out of Bolton & Menk’s Oakdale location, was named the 2024 recipient of the Hugo G. Erickson Award from the Minnesota Chapter of the… [ Read More about Engum Honored with Hugo G. Erickson Award from APWA-MN  ]

Two Bolton & Menk projects have received Project of the Year Awards from the Minnesota Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA-MN) for their outstanding contributions to public works… [ Read More about Chaska and Fergus Falls Projects Earn 2024 APWA-MN Awards ]

Scott Schmieg was named the recipient of Bolton & Menk’s 2024 Founders Award. Scott is the Information Technology Business Transition Lead in Bolton & Menk’s Mankato location. Beginning his career at… [ Read More about Scott Schmieg Named 2024 Founders Award Recipient ]

Many know Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as a mapping tool. While GIS mapping is still used daily at Bolton & Menk, this tool is becoming increasingly critical for communities to… [ Read More about Planning Your Future with GIS Mapping ]

The Green, an iconic park in Uptown Charlotte, was the recipient of a 2024 City of Charlotte Urban Design award. The park received the Great Public Space award, highlighting its… [ Read More about The Green Receives 2024 Charlotte Urban Design Award ]

We are thrilled to announce that Bolton & Menk has been honored with the Business Legacy Award by Greater Mankato Growth. This award recognizes businesses that have made significant, long-term… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Honored with Business Legacy Award ]

Consider the agency you represent—how do you improve winter operations without impacting the environment we all work and play in? You may have been notified or required by local agencies… [ Read More about Winter Design Considerations for Chloride Reduction ]

Many cold climate regions are threatened by the ever-growing chloride issue. Chloride, primarily from road salt used in winter, poses a significant environmental threat as it is a permanent pollutant…. [ Read More about Educate, Equip, and Empower Communities with Low Salt Strategies ]

Communities across the United States have been severely impacted by the onset of severe, unexpected natural disasters in the last few months. Despite the unprecedented adversities experienced by both Bolton… [ Read More about Uplifting our Communities Through Disaster Relief Efforts ]

The American Planning Association – North Carolina Chapter has honored John Cock with the Robert E. Reiman Achievement Award. John’s commitment to the role of planning is evident in both his… [ Read More about John Cock Receives APA NC Robert E. Reiman Achievement Award ]

Jason Malecha from our Burnsville, Minnesota location received recognition from the American Public Works Association for his active participation in the APWA Emerging Leaders Academy. The APWA Emerging Leaders Academy… [ Read More about Malecha Receives APWA Emerging Leaders Academy Award ]

The City of Muscatine’s Grandview Avenue Reconstruction project received Project of the Year recognition at this year’s American Public Works Association IA Chapter fall conference. The Grandview Avenue project received… [ Read More about Grandview Avenue Earns APWA IA Project of the Year Award ]

Bolton & Menk’s dedication to protecting both the natural world and our cultural roots becomes evident in Chapter 5: Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability. Protecting the natural environment and preservation of… [ Read More about Commitment to Communities: Chapter 5 – Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability ]

We are excited to announce that Bolton & Menk has been named one of the 2024 Top Workplaces in Charlotte by Charlotte Magazine. The firm, celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, has… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Receives 2024 Charlotte Top Workplace Honors ]

The Minnesota Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA MN) has named Jane Kansier, AICP as this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award honoree. With a distinguished career spanning nearly 40 years,… [ Read More about Kansier Honored with APA MN Lifetime Achievement Award ]

Two Bolton & Menk planning projects have received recognition from the Minnesota Chapter of the American Planning Association for their outstanding contributions to planning throughout the State of Minnesota. The… [ Read More about Minnesota Planning Projects Receive 2024 APA MN Awards ]

We are thrilled to announce Bolton & Menk is named an Iowa Top Workplace by the Des Moines Register for the third consecutive year. This award is a testament to our commitment to… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Named 2024 Iowa Top Workplace ]

When we think about roadway safety for wildlife, we may picture deer and other large mammals navigating rural roads to return to their forest habitats. Many of us might also… [ Read More about Enhancing Corridor Safety with Wildlife Crossings ]

Three Bolton & Menk projects received recognition from the Iowa Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architecture (ASLA IA) in both the Built and Unbuilt Design categories. Indianola’s Downtown… [ Read More about Trio of Iowa Projects Earn Landscape Architecture Design Honors ]

We are excited to announce another growth milestone with the opening of our new office in Bismarck, North Dakota! This expansion marks an exciting chapter in our ongoing commitment to… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Opens New Bismarck, North Dakota Office ]

The City of Isanti, Minnesota, has a 750,000-gallon water tower that was built in 2003, and has been considering either reconditioning or overcoating that tank. In 2017, Bolton & Menk… [ Read More about Recondition or Overcoat? ]

In the fourth chapter of our Bolton & Menk Documentary, “Innovation and Technology,” we reflect on how Bolton & Menk is revolutionizing community development. See how we have harnessed creativity,… [ Read More about Commitment to Communities: Chapter 4 – Innovation and Technology ]

Prior to initiating improvements in 2020, the Hoyt Lakes Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) was as old as the city itself. The facility and city were born out of necessity to… [ Read More about Design it and They (The Funds) Will Come ]

We’re thrilled to announce the opening of our Kinston, North Carolina location! We’re expanding our physical footprint to serve the Kinston community and meet the needs of our clients. Jonathan… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Opens Kinston, North Carolina Location ]

We’re honored to announce Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation’s Bearden Promenade was the recipient of a 2024 North Carolina Society of Landscape Architects (NCASLA)! The Recognition Award recognizes projects that… [ Read More about Bearden Promenade Receives 2024 NCASLA Recognition Award ]

For the first time ever, Bolton & Menk has topped the Mankato Free Press’ Best Of Mankato list. Our firm was recognized as Best Architectural/Engineering Firm of 2024 in the Mankato area. Each year,… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Named 2024 Best Engineering Firm in Mankato ]

Congratulations to our Raleigh Creative Studio for being recognized as a winner of the Southeast Stormwater Association (SESWA) Photo Contest! Each year, SESWA chooses unique and innovative stormwater project photography… [ Read More about Ballantyne Reimagined Chosen as SESWA Photo Contest Winner ]

We’re pleased to announce that our Myrtle Beach office has won the 2024 My Horry News Readers’ Choice Awards for eight years in a row! Our firm was recognized as… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Wins 2024 My Horry News Readers’ Choice Awards ]

Community is at the heart of all we do, and part of our mission includes introducing young minds to the wonders of STEAM education and careers. Our employees have been… [ Read More about Brain Bags & Beyond: STEAM Education in the Southeast ]

Two opposing demographics, elementary school children and the elderly, span the gamut of an entire age range. However, as vastly apart in age as they are, these two demographics couldn’t… [ Read More about Connecting and Protecting Vulnerable Populations in the City of Annandale ]

Discover innovative approaches to winter maintenance and environmental protection through these insightful podcast episodes featuring Connie Fortin, a leading expert in sustainable practices. Designing for a Low-Salt Future Podcast: River of… [ Read More about Low Salt Design Podcasts ]

We are excited to announce that Bolton & Menk has been named one of the Top Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune for the seventh straight year. Bolton & Menk broke… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Ranked #10 on Star Tribune’s Top Workplaces in Minnesota ]

The City of Anoka’s Highway 10/169 Improvements project received the Transportation Achievement Award from GLITE (Great Lakes District Institute of Transportation Engineers) in the Safety category. This award recognizes an engineering project… [ Read More about City of Anoka’s Highway 10/169 Receives GLITE Award ]

Join us on the 75-year journey of Bolton & Menk, from our humble start as a two-man operation to becoming an industry leader in engineering and community development. Experience founders… [ Read More about Commitment to Communities: The Bolton & Menk Documentary ]

Seventy-five years ago, on June 13, 1949, John Bolton & Martin Menk founded this company on four core values: clients, people, culture, and performance. Each year on our anniversary, we… [ Read More about Congratulations to our 2024 Corporate Values Award Recipients ]

The TH 169 and CSAH 4 Preliminary and Final Design project analyzed and designed a new grade separated interchange in the City of Zimmerman within Sherburne County. The existing at… [ Read More about TH 169 and CSAH 4 Preliminary and Final Design Project, Sherburne County, MN ]

We’re growing again! Our tremendous growth in Wilmington, North Carolina has led us to open a brand-new location. While we have been serving clients in the region for more than… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Opens New Wilmington, North Carolina Office ]

We are thrilled to announce the official opening of our new office in Grand Forks, North Dakota! While we have been actively serving this vibrant community for years through various… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Opens New Grand Forks, North Dakota Office ]

The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) welcomed 40 members as ASLA Fellows in honor of their outstanding contributions to the field of landscape architecture. Grant Meacci was recently selected… [ Read More about Grant Meacci Elevated to the ASLA Council of Fellows ]

For those who never dreamed of city life or have lived it and wonder what else could there be, the appeal of rural areas on quiet acres of vast land… [ Read More about Making Our Way to Main Street: Walking & Biking in Small Towns and Rural Areas ]

Jim Mertz and Jacque Thompson, of our Raleigh, North Carolina location, both received recognition from the North Carolina Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA-NC) for their efforts in… [ Read More about Mertz, Thompson Receive APWA-NC Recognition ]

We are growing – this time in the Southwest! We are excited to share the opening of our Denver, Colorado office. This strategic move allows us to better serve our… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Opens New Denver, Colorado Office ]

The City of Anoka’s Highway 10/169 Improvements project received a National Recognition Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC). This award recognizes an engineering project that demonstrates exceptional engineering excellence… [ Read More about Anoka Highway 10/169 Project Receives National ACEC Recognition ]

The Minnesota Chapter of the American Council of Engineering Companies has awarded Bolton & Menk the 2023-2024 Firm of the Year recognition. The Firm of the Year award is presented… [ Read More about ACEC/MN Awards Bolton & Menk 2023-2024 Firm of the Year ]

The Grand Forks-East Grand Forks Metropolitan Planning Organization’s Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan received a 2024 American Council of Engineering Companies of North Dakota Engineering Excellence Award in the Studies, Research, and Consulting Engineering… [ Read More about Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan Receives ACEC North Dakota Accolade ]

The City of Pine River’s Rock Riffle project was named the American Society of Landscape Architects Minnesota Chapter’s 2024 Award of Excellence. This top award recognizes one project that demonstrates the… [ Read More about Pine River Rock Riffle Project Earns Top Award at ASLA-MN Ceremony ]

Butch Niebuhr, Government Relations Specialist out of Bolton & Menk’s Ames location, was one of six Rand Fisher Leadership Award recipients at the 2024 Iowa Rural Summit. The Rand Fisher… [ Read More about Niebuhr Honored with Rand Fisher Leadership Award ]

The Bolton & Menk Documentary: Chapter 3 – Building Communities In this third chapter of our six-part documentary, “Building Communities”, we focus on Bolton & Menk’s dedicated approach to planning,… [ Read More about Commitment to Communities: Chapter 3 – Building Communities ]

Landscape architects are more than designers – we are the storytellers of the past, present, and future. We empower community voices, appreciate history, and use innovative design to create places… [ Read More about Designing for Wellness: How Landscape Architecture Makes Happier, Healthier Communities ]

Last week, along with our friends at the City of Marshalltown, Arts & Culture Alliance, and artist Hilde DeBruyne, we accepted a Central States ASLA Merit Award for the design… [ Read More about Water Plaza at Linn Creek Wins Central States ASLA Merit Award ]

We are excited to announce our expansion into Rock Hill, South Carolina! Starting June 1st, we will occupy space in historic downtown Rock Hill.  “This new space strengthens our commitment… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Opens New Rock Hill, South Carolina Office ]

Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) annual ranking of the Top 500 Engineering Design Firms has been released, and Bolton & Menk, Inc. remains steady at #132, holding their position from #131 last year.   Bolton… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Holds Steady on ENR’s Top Engineering Design Firms List  ]

Rain gardens have been a central tool for how communities can improve the quality of its water in a cost-effective, aesthetically pleasing, and functional way. Rain gardens collect stormwater from… [ Read More about Rain Gardens: Designing with Winter in Mind ]

Congratulations to Tim Lamkin, Jr. and Maren Mosley, who have been announced as the 2023 Outstanding Engineer of the Year and 2023 Young Engineer of the Year award winners, respectively, from the Minnesota Section of the American… [ Read More about Lamkin, Mosley Win ASCE-MN Engineering Awards ]

Young people are the future of STEAM, and STEAM education helps ignite the minds of students all over the world. As we kicked off 2024, Bolton & Menk employees were… [ Read More about Community Outreach in the Midwest: STEAM Education ]

Thrifting – a now widely popular pastime for many, involves finding used or older items, and often repurposing objects to give them new life. Hidden gems at thrift stores, such… [ Read More about Out with the Old, In with the Renewed: Transforming Old Buildings and Sites to Revitalize Communities ]

The City of Marshall’s North 3rd Street and West Lyon Street project received a Concrete Paving Award from the Concrete Paving Association of Minnesota and MnDOT under the City –… [ Read More about City of Marshall Project Receives Concrete Paving Award ]

The Bolton & Menk Documentary: Chapter 2 – The Early Years Our second chapter, “The Early Years” explores the foundations laid for our company by John Bolton and Martin Menk…. [ Read More about Commitment to Communities: Chapter 2 – The Early Years ]

The 2024 South Carolina Society of Professional Land Surveyors Continuing Education conference took place February 22-23 in Columbia, South Carolina. Scott Petrarca and Ben Todd, of our Conway, South Carolina location,… [ Read More about Scott Petrarca & Ben Todd Recognized During SCSPLS Conference ]

Minnesota cities encounter unique difficulties in addressing housing demand, attracting developers, providing housing for workers, and adapting housing stock as communities age. As a result, a one-size-fits all approach does… [ Read More about Addressing Housing Requires a Multidisciplinary Approach ]

The Minnesota Rural Water Association (MRWA) presented Bolton & Menk water and wastewater staff with an Extra Mile Award for their efforts in going above and beyond to help the… [ Read More about MRWA Presents Bolton & Menk with Extra Mile Award ]

The City of Annandale’s TH 24 & Hemlock Intersection Improvements project was awarded a 2024 ACEC-MN Engineering Excellence Honor Award last Friday, February 23 at the Engineering Excellence Awards Gala…. [ Read More about Annandale MN Intersection Project Receives ACEC-MN Honor Award ]

Dakota County’s CSAH 32 Improvements project was awarded a 2024 ACEC-MN Engineering Excellence Honor Award last Friday, February 23 at the Engineering Excellence Awards Gala. Projects recognized are the best… [ Read More about Dakota County CSAH 32 Project Awarded ACEC-MN Honor Award ]

Congratulations to the City of Anoka for receiving a 2024 ACEC-MN Grand Award for the Highway 10/169 Improvements project. This award recognizes an engineering project that demonstrates an exceptional degree… [ Read More about Anoka Highway 10/169 Project Receives ACEC-MN Grand Award ]

The City of Anoka Highway 10/169 Improvements project was awarded the 2024 Minnesota Society of Professional Engineers Project of the Year Award in their Safety Category. This award recognizes outstanding… [ Read More about MnSPE Project of the Year Awarded to Anoka Highway 10/169 Improvements ]

Grove 98 was recognized as the Top Mixed-Use Development in the Triangle Business Journal 2024 SPACE Awards! This award signifies the Grove 98 development in Wake Forest, NC as one… [ Read More about Grove 98 Wins Top Mixed-Use Development in 2024 SPACE Awards ]

This year’s North Carolina Society of Surveyors Conference and Annual Trade Show took place February 8-10 in Durham, North Carolina. Logan Breese and Scott Petrarca, from our Conway, South Carolina… [ Read More about Logan Breese and Scott Petrarca Recognized by NC Society of Surveyors ]

Bolton & Menk, Inc. ranks third on Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal’s 2024 Largest Metro Engineering Firms Top 25 List. Bolton & Menk has 175 metro registered engineers and 382 total firmwide. The… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Named Third Largest Engineering Firm in Twin Cities ]

Our story is one for the ages and we’re excited to tell it through our six-part documentary series, “Commitment to Communities”. “Anything and Everything” is the opening chapter and celebrates… [ Read More about Commitment to Communities: Chapter 1 – Anything and Everything ]

Madison Burke, senior funding specialist out of Bolton & Menk’s Des Moines location, has been elected as vice president of Iowa Rural Development Council’s (IRDC) Board of Directors, an organization… [ Read More about Madison Burke Elected Iowa Rural Development Council Board Vice President    ]

Opportunity Knocks: Building Equitable Communities Through Affordable Housing Imagine you are an educator in North Carolina. You have a fulfilling career, your students are happy and thriving under your direction,… [ Read More about Building Equitable Communities Through Affordable Housing ]

Congratulations to the City of Anoka for receiving the 2023 City Engineers Association of Minnesota Project of the Year Award for the Highway 10/169 Improvements Project. This award recognizes an… [ Read More about Anoka Highway 10/169 Project Receives CEAM Project of the Year Award  ]

As of Monday, February 5th, our Golden Valley location has moved to the Plymouth Woods Office Center in Plymouth, Minnesota. This new location allows more support for our western Twin… [ Read More about Our Golden Valley Location is Moving to Plymouth, Minnesota ]

The Environmental Planning work group at Bolton & Menk supports our engineers and our clients by providing state of the art cultural and ecological research, surveying, and permitting.   From our… [ Read More about Meet Our Environmental Planning Work Group ]

“I can’t remember the last time I smiled this much,” said Natural Resources Specialist Chad Ponce while serving at a local event. Hearing lines like this and the follow-up from… [ Read More about Community Outreach in the Southeast: Living our Mission ]

Bolton & Menk’s Sleepy Eye, MN and Jefferson, IA locations have updated phone numbers. The previous phone numbers for these locations will continue to be live to accept inbound calls… [ Read More about Updated Phone Numbers for Sleepy Eye and Jefferson Locations ]

The biggest source of chloride pollution is road salt used to melt ice on streets, sidewalks, and parking lots. Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) recently reported on the low salt design… [ Read More about MPR reports on Low Salt Design ]

We’re back with one final episode of Coffee Break – this time with not one, but two very special guests! Join us as we continue our 75th Anniversary celebration with… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk 75th Anniversary: Coffee Break   ]

Interstate 29 is a critical corridor for the state of North Dakota, the region, and the nation. It travels along North Dakota’s eastern border from Canada at the Pembina/Emerson border… [ Read More about Interstate 29 SMART Corridor ]

Two of our Geographic Information Systems team members have been elected to leadership positions within the Minnesota GIS/LIS Consortium Board of Directors. David Malm, GISP and Kalley Swift, both from… [ Read More about Malm, Swift Elected to Minnesota GIS/LIS Consortium Board of Directors ]

Lemony Snicket once wrote the word ‘Sanctuary’ means “a small, safe place in a troubling world. Like an oasis in a vast desert or an island in a stormy sea.”… [ Read More about NPHC Plaza at Iowa State: Representing and Uplifting the Black Community ]

Transportation Project Manager Cody Christianson, PE, ENV SP has been elected to the Association of Pedestrians & Bicycle Professionals’ (APBP) Board of Directors. This is Cody’s first term with the… [ Read More about Cody Christianson Elected to APBP Board of Directors  ]

The City of Anoka’s Highway 10/169 Improvements project received the 2023 Transportation Achievement Award from the North Central Section of the Institute of Transportation Engineers. This award is given to… [ Read More about NCITE Honors Anoka Highway 10/169 with Transportation Achievement Award ]

The American Public Works Association – Minnesota Chapter (APWA-MN) recognized the City of Eden Prairie, Kraemer North America, and Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District at the chapter’s fall conference for… [ Read More about Eden Prairie’s Duck Lake Road Earns APWA-MN Structural Project of the Year  ]

Geographic Information Systems. What is it? How is it used? Why is it beneficial? Find the answers to these questions and more as our host Kendra Braunger sits down with… [ Read More about Geographic Information Systems: Coffee Break  ]

Jim Mertz was named the recipient of Bolton & Menk’s 2023 Founders Award. Jim is an Associate GIS Project Manager in Bolton & Menk’s Raleigh location. Jim began his career… [ Read More about Jim Mertz Named 2023 Founders Award Recipient ]

The American Public Works Association – Minnesota Chapter (APWA-MN) recognized the City of Anoka, Anoka County, and MnDOT at the chapter’s fall conference for the Highway 10/169 Improvements project. This influential project,… [ Read More about Anoka Highway 10/169 Project Earns APWA-MN Transportation Project of the Year Award  ]

We are thrilled to announce the opening of two new office locations in Hibbing and Grand Rapids, Minnesota. These locations provide greater accessibility to northern Minnesota communities as we continue… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Opens Hibbing and Grand Rapids, Minnesota Office Locations  ]

The City of Muscatine’s Solid Waste Transfer Station Tipping Floor Resurfacing project has been awarded a 2023 Excellence in Concrete Award by the Iowa Ready Mix Concrete Association in the… [ Read More about Muscatine Tipping Floor Project Earns Iowa Concrete Recognition ]

November 8th is National STEM/STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) Day, which is celebrated by organizations and schools by encouraging students to be more involved in these fields. Here… [ Read More about Growing STEM/STEAM Careers ]

As of October 14, 2023, our Charlotte team can be found at Camp North End. A prominent Charlotte landmark, Camp North End boasts 76 acres of reclaimed historic industrial space,… [ Read More about Our Charlotte, North Carolina Office is Moving! ]

Jason Malecha, project engineer out of our Burnsville location, has been selected by the American Public Works Association to be a member of this year’s Emerging Leaders Academy. This year’s… [ Read More about Jason Malecha Joins APWA Emerging Leadership Academy ]

Collaboration is key, and in this video, we get to see how Bolton & Menk workgroups can come together to deliver remarkable results on a Low Salt Design corridor. Watch… [ Read More about Low Salt Design Corridor Consideration ]

Congratulations to the City of Britt who received the 2023 APWA Iowa Chapter Project of the Year Award in the Historic Restoration/Preservation $1Million to $2.5 Million category. This award recognizes… [ Read More about City of Britt Receives APWA Iowa Chapter Project of the Year Award ]

With our minds racing through the hustle and bustle of the daily grind, the natural process of ecosystems often goes unnoticed in our everyday lives. Yet, these systems are imperative… [ Read More about Wetland Banking: Bringing Historic Wetlands Back to Life ]

Engineers in cold climate regions have double the design challenges of our more temperate-weather colleagues. We have spent endless energy meeting design standards focused on rain but what level of… [ Read More about Designing for a Low Salt Future ]

Robin Caufman, senior planner out of our St. Cloud location, accepted a Program Extraordinaire Alumni Award on behalf of the Hubert H. Humphrey (HHH) School of Public Affairs for her… [ Read More about Robin Caufman Receives University of Minnesota Alumni Award ]

We are thrilled to announce Bolton & Menk is named an Iowa Top Workplace by the Des Moines Register. In its second consecutive time listed, Bolton & Menk moved up six spots… [ Read More about Des Moines Register Names Bolton & Menk 2023 Iowa Top Workplace  ]

Lead water service lines have been grabbing the attention of many municipalities recently, with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announcing rule revisions to the Lead and Copper Rule (LCR) that… [ Read More about Getting the Lead Out: Understanding the Lead & Copper Rule Revisions ]

The American Association of State and Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO) has awarded the “Willmar Wye” Rail Connector & Industrial Access project a regional 2023America’s Transportation Award in the Quality of… [ Read More about “Willmar Wye” Project Receives America’s Transportation Award  ]

As a recipient of a 2023 RAISE Grant totaling $12 million, the City of Charlotte, North Carolina will create new and improved active transportation and mobility infrastructure on one of… [ Read More about West Sugar Creek Mobility Corridor: Connecting People to Opportunity ]

Congratulations to the City of Pine River for receiving the 2023 APWA Project of the Year Award in the Small Cities/Rural Communities category for Pine River’s Rock Riffle project. This award… [ Read More about City of Pine River Receives APWA Project of the Year Award  ]

MATHCOUNTS, one of the longest-running STEM programs for students, turns 40 next year. Bolton & Menk first partnered with the Minnesota MATHCOUNTS organization more than 30 years ago. This partnership… [ Read More about MATHCOUNTS Creates Positive Experiences ]

We love seeing our clients and communities getting the recognition they deserve! A resounding congratulations to the Town of West Pelzer on their 2023 Municipal Association of South Carolina (MASC)… [ Read More about West Pelzer Rural Renewal Master Plan Wins MASC Achievement Award ]

Physical spaces you surround yourself with can directly impact your mental state, either positively or negatively, depending on the environment. A positive change in environment can ultimately lift your mood… [ Read More about Becoming Nurtured Through Nature: A Journey Through Healing Gardens ]

Our team has done it again! Bolton & Menk Wins My Horry News Readers’ Choice Awards for seven years in a row. Our firm was recognized as Best Engineering Firm… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Wins My Horry News Readers’ Choice Awards ]

The relationship between nature and recreation has been around for generations and is only getting stronger. Join us on the Des Moines Riverwalk with Strategic Development Director Staci Williams as she highlights the importance… [ Read More about Nature & Recreation in Development and Planning: Coffee Break ]

We are proud to announce our Charlotte location ranked #20 in the Charlotte Business Journal Book of Lists, this time as one of Charlotte’s Largest Architecture Firms! This list specifically highlights… [ Read More about Charlotte Location Ranked #20 in Business Journal Book of Lists ]

When you think back to your childhood and the activities you would do, what comes to mind? Maybe it’s coloring or drawing a picture, making something with Playdoh or clay,… [ Read More about Children’s Book Series: Adding Art into STEM  ]

We are excited to announce Bolton & Menk has been named one of the 2023 Top 200 Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune for the sixth straight year. Bolton & Menk moved… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Named a 2023 Top 200 Workplace in Minnesota ]

What does unlocking a core nostalgic memory look like for you? For many of us, biking with our best friends through the streets of our childhood neighborhoods, keeping pace with… [ Read More about Building Inclusive Communities Through Safe Bike Access ]

The SW & SE Connector Corridor Study in Ward County, North Dakota has received a 2023 American Council of Engineering Companies of North Dakota Engineering Excellence Award in the Studies, Research, and… [ Read More about Ward County Connector Corridor Study Wins ACEC ND Award  ]

The City of Hopkins Artery Project received the People’s Choice Award at the American Society of Landscape Architecture – Minnesota Chapter’s annual banquet on Friday, April 28, 2023. The People’s… [ Read More about Hopkins Artery Receives ASLA-MN People’s Choice Award ]

Congratulations to Jason Femrite, who has been named the 2022 Engineer of the Year Award recipient from the Minnesota Society of Professional Engineers (MnSPE). The MnSPE Engineer of the Year… [ Read More about Jason Femrite Wins MnSPE Engineer of the Year  ]

We are honored to announce that signature Uptown Charlotte urban park, The Green, was selected for an ASLA SERC Merit Award in the Landmark project category. A Merit Award is… [ Read More about The Green Selected for ASLA SERC Merit Award ]

Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) annual ranking of the Top 500 Engineering Design Firms has been released, and Bolton & Menk, Inc. climbed one spot to #131, our highest ranking since entering the list… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Moves Up to #131 on ENR’s Top 500 Engineering Design Firm List ]

Symphony Park was recognized as an award finalist at the Environments For Aging (EFA) Design Showcase Conference & Expo in Charlotte, North Carolina. The site plan is based on Bi-Part… [ Read More about Symphony Park Environments for Aging Design Showcase Finalist ]

Water Resources Design Engineer Shelby Meeker was recognized by the Midwestern Association of Graduate School for her Distinguished Master’s Thesis Award. Shelby’s thesis, “Assessment of Aged Woodchip Bioreactor Physical and… [ Read More about Shelby Meeker Wins Distinguished Master’s Thesis Award  ]

Sarah Lloyd and Mika Kinney have been recognized as two of Twin Cities Business’ 2023 Notable Women in STEM. This honor is given to 16 women in the Twin Cities… [ Read More about Sarah Lloyd and Mika Kinney Recognized as Notable Women in STEM  ]

As our construction crews are getting ready to get into the field, we wanted to shine some light on the importance of construction administration and inspection. Join us at Bully Brew Coffee in… [ Read More about Construction Administration and Inspection: Coffee Break  ]

Mika Kinney, design engineer out of Oakdale, Minnesota, has been named one of the top finalists in Finance & Commerce’s Top Women in Construction feature. This recognition is given to… [ Read More about Mika Kinney Named Top Women in Construction Finalist  ]

Congratulations to our Charlotte location for ranking #24 in Charlotte Business Journal’s Book of Lists! This listing names Bolton & Menk as one of Charlotte’s Largest Engineering Firms for 2022-2023…. [ Read More about Charlotte Location Ranked #24 in Business Journal Book of Lists  ]

Congratulations to Alex Larson, who has been named one of Prairie Business Magazine’s 2023 Top 25 Women in Business. The annual contest was created to draw attention to the many creative,… [ Read More about Alex Larson Named Top 25 Women in Business  ]

The 2023 South Carolina Society of Professional Land Surveyors Continuing Education conference was held February 22-24 in Columbia, South Carolina. Scott Petrarca, out of our Conway location, won second place for… [ Read More about Scott Petrarca Recognized for SCSPLS Plat of the Year   ]

We are thrilled to announce our new executive office and corporate meeting space in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. The Eden Prairie location is located at 10400 Viking Drive, Eden Prairie, MN.  … [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Opens Eden Prairie Corporate Location ]

Bolton & Menk, Inc. ranks fourth on Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal’s 2023 Largest Metro Engineering Firms Top 25 List. Bolton & Menk has 166 registered engineers in the Twin Cities metro… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Named Fourth Largest Engineering Firm in Twin Cities  ]

Ashley Hudson was recently featured by AutoVision News in their Breaking Barriers Series.   Breaking Barriers is a series highlighting women in automotive and tech, with a focus on amplifying women’s… [ Read More about Ashley Hudson Featured in AutoVision News Breaking Barriers Series  ]

Joe Rhein, principal engineer in our Oakdale location, received a Service Award from the City Engineer’s Association of Minnesota for his outstanding service as the Conference Planning Committee’s Co-Chair from… [ Read More about Joe Rhein Presented with CEAM Service Award  ]

Our commitment to communities began in 1949 when John Bolton & Martin Menk saw people in their surrounding communities who had dreams of a bright future, a desire to grow,… [ Read More about Spartina Surveying joins Bolton & Menk  ]

Jane Kansier, AICP, senior planner, has received the 2022 Lynn Jorgenson Leadership Award from the American Planning Association’s Chapter Presidents Council for her dedication to the Minnesota Chapter. The APA… [ Read More about Kansier Honored with APA’s Lynn Jorgenson Award  ]

Our wish this holiday season is for all to Celebrate Together and Be Merry. One of our favorite places to gather this time of year is around the table with… [ Read More about Happy Holidays from Bolton & Menk ]

Mark Schulz was named the recipient of Bolton & Menk’s 2022 Founders Award. Mark is the Director of CAD Operations in Bolton & Menk’s Mankato location. Mark has served as… [ Read More about Mark Schulz Named 2022 Founders Award Recipient ]

The City of Algona’s 2022 Street Reconstruction project was honored by the Asphalt Paving Association of Iowa by receiving a Quality Design Award in the Municipal Paving category. This award… [ Read More about Algona Street Reconstruction Project Receives Asphalt Paving Award ]

Congratulations to the City of Pine River’s Norway Dam Removal and Rock Rapids Installation project, that received honorable mention recognition for the 2022 APWA-MN Environmental Stewardship Award. This award recognizes… [ Read More about City of Pine River Receives APWA-MN Honorable Mention Award ]

Congratulations to the City of Minneapolis’ 4th Street Reconstruction Project for receiving the 2022 APWA-MN Project of the Year Honorable Mention Award. This award recognizes a project which maintains safety,… [ Read More about 4th Street Minneapolis Project Receives MPWA Honorable Mention Award  ]

Raleigh open house day is finally here! Though we’ve been serving our clients from our spectacular downtown location since mid-summer, we’re thrilled to have an official unveiling of our new… [ Read More about Raleigh Open House Celebration ]

The City of Pine River’s Norway Lake Dam Removal and Rock Rapids Installation project was awarded the 2022 MnAFPM Project of the Year Award. This award recognizes a project which… [ Read More about City of Pine River Receives MnAFPM Project of the Year Award ]

Jamie Fisher, design engineer from Myrtle Beach and member of the Pinehurst Chapter of the American Singles Golf Association, won her division in the United States Deaf Golf Association’s 13th… [ Read More about Fisher Wins Division in World Deaf Golf Championship ]

Katie Sterk, environmental project manager out of Bolton & Menk’s Ames location, has been awarded the 2022 Outstanding Service to IA-AWWA Award. The Outstanding Service to IA-AWWA Award recognizes and… [ Read More about Sterk Honored With IA-AWWA Outstanding Service Award  ]

The Iowa Chapter of the American Planning Association named Des Moines senior urban planner Rose Schroder as their 2022 Distinguished Service Award recipient. This award is given to planners employed… [ Read More about Schroder Awarded APA-IA Distinguished Service Recipient  ]

Bolton & Menk has been recognized by the American Public Works Association – Iowa Chapter as their 2022 Consultant of the Year. This award is presented to consulting firms across… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Named APWA-IA Consultant of the Year ]

Our Duluth, Minnesota office has moved… to the other side of the building!   Our updated address is 4960 Miller Trunk Highway, Suite 550 Duluth, MN 55811  To learn more about our… [ Read More about Our Duluth, Minnesota Office has Moved!  ]

Celeste Voss, Kendra Braunger, and Tony Rotchadl have been listed on the inaugural 20 Under 40 Young Professionals List by the Mankato Free Press’ MN Valley Business magazine. The recipients… [ Read More about Voss, Braunger, and Rotchadl Named Mankato Free Press 20 Under 40  ]

We are thrilled to announce Bolton & Menk is named a Top Workplace in Iowa by the Des Moines Register. In its first time listed, Bolton & Menk ranks #57 on the small… [ Read More about Des Moines Register Names Bolton & Menk 2022 Iowa Top Workplace ]

When communities face transportation studies, especially in corridors with high concentrations of Environmental Justice populations, there’s often a legacy of mistrust. Previous efforts may have overlooked or undervalued local input,… [ Read More about Building Community Trust through Advisory Groups and Outreach Liaisons ]

Bolton & Menk recognizes the importance of investing in new technologies to help our clients save time and money. Our in-house professional surveyors and FAA Certified UAS pilots work side-by-side… [ Read More about Maximize Survey Accuracy with UAS LiDAR Technology ]

At Bolton and Menk, our reality capture crew excels in fleet management and planning, allowing us to seamlessly manage projects right from the bidding and proposing stages, through field work,… [ Read More about UAS Services Delivering Accurate, High-Resolution Data ]

Bolton & Menk equips city leaders with the insights needed to make confident, cost-effective infrastructure decisions. Our Citywide Infrastructure Management Plan is a comprehensive tool that evaluates both surface and… [ Read More about Citywide Infrastructure Management Plan ]

The American Professional Works Association selected Principal Engineer Brian Simmons as their 2022 Professional Manager of the Year – Engineering and Technology. This award is given to those with outstanding… [ Read More about Simmons Named APWA Professional Manager of the Year   ]

Bolton & Menk’s Mankato location was honored by the Greater Mankato Area United Way for their years of support with a Milestone Award at the Top Executive Leadership & Business… [ Read More about Greater Mankato Area United Way Honors Bolton & Menk with Milestone Award  ]

To support healthy lifestyles and meet the evolving recreational needs of residents, communities are encouraged to develop or refresh their park system plans every 10 years, sometimes even required by… [ Read More about Community-Wide Park & Recreation System Planning  ]

When a community decides to change consulting engineers, the process can feel overwhelming. Bolton & Menk turns that uncertainty into opportunity. Since 1949, we’ve helped hundreds of communities navigate this… [ Read More about Consulting Engineer Transition Services ]

The Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) approach offers a strategic alternative to the traditional design-bid-build model, giving owners more control and confidence throughout the project lifecycle. With CMAR, owners bring… [ Read More about CMAR (Construction Manager at Risk) Project Delivery ]

Bolton & Menk’s Water Resources team specializes in transforming complex environmental topics into engaging, accessible learning experiences. Whether it’s understanding stormwater runoff or adopting best practices for winter maintenance, we… [ Read More about Community Education & Outreach: Water Benefits ]

At Bolton & Menk, we believe parks and open spaces are the heart of thriving communities. As recreational trends evolve and infrastructure ages, it’s essential to reimagine these spaces to… [ Read More about Community & Neighborhood Park Design & Implementation ]

Successful corridor projects shape the future of communities. Our Corridor Planning Services integrate land use strategy with infrastructure design to create vibrant, functional, and forward-thinking spaces. We collaborate closely with… [ Read More about Corridor Planning Services ]

We believe that great communities don’t just happen—they’re thoughtfully planned. With decades of hands-on experience partnering with municipalities, Bolton & Menk understands the evolving needs of cities and towns. Our… [ Read More about Community Planning: Shaping Communities with Purpose ]

Officials from South Central College, the SCC North Mankato Campus Foundation, and Bolton & Menk today announced the local company’s generous contribution to support a future lab at the college’s… [ Read More about Introducing Bolton & Menk Infrastructure Solutions Lab to SCC Campus  ]

For the second year in a row, DDC Engineers, Bolton & Menk, Inc. has been named North Strand News’ Readers’ Choice Awards’ Best Engineering Firm of 2022. The recipients were… [ Read More about DDC Engineers, Bolton & Menk Awarded North Strand News Readers’ Choice  ]

As our Raleigh, North Carolina team is growing, we must also grow our office space. Bolton & Menk is partnering with local construction company, Bobbitt, to develop a new Raleigh… [ Read More about Our Raleigh, North Carolina Office is Moving!  ]