Natural Gas
The unique nature of the natural gas industry demands firms possess the requisite experience to support natural gas companies in their endeavors. SGC has significant experience providing survey support to natural gas production, gathering and transmission pipeline industries. Experience has taught us that only by fully utilizing our knowledge, experience and state-of-the-art technology can we efficiently meet our client’s needs.
Surveying Services:
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Route selection
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Geodetic control surveys
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Pipeline route selection
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Preliminary centerline surveys
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Alignment sheet generation
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Construction layout
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As-built surveys
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Terrestrial laser scanning (HDS scanning) and modeling
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Materials tracking
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GIS data analysis and management
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UAS mapping
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Procurement and management of large scale LiDAR data acquisition
Power Generation & Transmission
SGC has extensive experience in providing survey services in support of electric generators and utilities throughout the region. Working closely with electrical engineering staff has given us a unique insight as to what constitutes a successful survey in support of electric power.
Power Generation & Transmission Services:
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Conductor span surveys in support of clearance compliance studies
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Preliminary route and centerline surveys•HDS laser scanning of substations and control buildings
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Procurement and management of LiDAR and photogrammetric mapping services
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Construction staking and as-built
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Encroachment assessment and quantification
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Right-of-Way retracement and monumentation
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Property surveys in support of land and easement acquisition
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ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys in support of project financing
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Existing conditions surveys
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As-built surveys
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Three dimensional modeling of substation framing and equipment
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GIS data management and integration
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Subsurface utility location
Heavy Civil Construction
At SGC we deliver responsive, accurate and cost effective Heavy Civil solutions in support of your projects from inception to execution. Our team is composed of experienced construction professionals who have worked directly in the construction industry as Foremen, Superintendents,Project Managers, and Owners.
Heavy Civil Services:
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Estimate Takeoff & Quantity Determination
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Pre-Construction Field Verification of Existing Conditions
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Verification / As-built for Utility Tie-Ins
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Mass Haul Calculations
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Machine Control Modeling
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Machine Control Consulting
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Incremental Volume Determinations
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Stock Pile Volume Calculations
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Subsidence/Movement/Surcharge Monitoring
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UAS Drone Services—Volumetric Monitoring & Progress
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Quantity Verification for Planning & Payment
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Construction Staking—Site, Structural, Subsurface
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Structural Steel Staking / Vertical Construction Staking
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High Density Scanning (HDS)
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As-built Surveys
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Construction Inspection
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Design Build Survey Support
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Subsurface Utility Locating & Mapping
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Nondestructive Subsurface Utility Location (Vacuum Excavation)
Transportation Infrastructure
Roads, airports, and rail are an inescapable facet of modern existence. The Federal Aid Road Act of 1916, the rise of American automobile manufacturing, and affordable air travel have contributed to the mobility modern society has come to rely on for commerce, recreation, and daily existence. Today, much of this infrastructure is in need of update, modernization, and expansion to continue to support the growth of our society. SGC’s survey professionals have the experience in providing the real‐world data required to support the design and construction of these efforts.
Transportation Infrastructure Survey Services:
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Route surveys in support of design
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Right of way retracement
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Verification / as‐built for utility tie‐ins
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HDS terrestrial laser scanning and three‐dimensional modeling of bridges and other structures
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Subsidence and structural deformation surveys
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UAS Drone Services—Volumetric Monitoring & ProgressMonitoring
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Quantity Verification for Planning & Payment
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Construction Staking—Site, Structural, Subsurface
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As‐built Surveys
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Subsurface Utility Locating & Mapping—Quality Level D through Quality Level A
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Nondestructive Subsurface Utility Location (Vacuum Excavation)
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Railroad right of way retracement and existing conditions surveys
Site Development
We deliver responsive, accurate and cost effective Site Development solutions in support of your projects from inception to execution. Our team is composed of experienced construction professionals who have worked directly in the construction industry as Foremen, Superintendents, Project Managers, and Owners.
Site Development Services:
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Boundary, Topographic & Existing Conditions Surveys
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LiDAR & Aerial Photography & Mapping
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ALTA/NSPS Surveys for Commercial Properties
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Due Diligence Services & Viability Studies
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Subdivision Planning & Platting
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Estimate Takeoff & Quantity Determination
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Pre-Construction Field Verification of Existing Conditions
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Verification / As-built for Utility Tie-Ins
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Incremental Volume Determinations
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Stock Pile Volume Calculations
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Subsidence/Movement/Surcharge Monitoring
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UAS Drone Services—Volumetric Monitoring & Progress
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Quantity Verification for Planning & Payment
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Construction Staking—Site, Structural, Subsurface
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As-built Surveys
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Construction Inspection
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Design Build Survey Support
Renewable Energy
Advances in renewable energy technology and a world‐wide goal to reduce carbon emissions have led to the expansion of renewable energy installations across the United States. Wind, solar, geothermal, and other technologies have matured to a point where they have increasing importance as clean energy resources. SGC has over fifteen years of experience in supporting the development of renewable projects ranging from 100+ MW wind farms to utility grade solar installations. With offices throughout the United States and extensive experience with such projects, SGC can efficiently provide survey support for our Clients at all levels of project development.
Renewable Energy Services:
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UAS based LiDAR data and aerial imagery collection
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Existing conditions surveys to support permitting and engineering design
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Property boundary, easement, transmission line right of way, and ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys to support site acquisition efforts
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Subsurface utility location to ensure proposed installations do not interfere with existing utilities within the project area
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Construction support
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Post construction as built documentation
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Significant survey resources capable of providing responsive services throughout the eastern and central United States
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GIS supported site identification and suitability assessment
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UAS inspection to support operations and maintenance of existing installations