Industrial/Commercial Civil Engineering Services

Overview

Industrial and Commercial Developments (generally classified together as “Industrial/Commercial”) present unique challenges, in comparison to residential projects, because of the (generally) more stringent requirements of local and State agencies for industrial/commercial sites. This is due to the typical activities associated with industrial/commercial projects, as well as additional design considerations necessitated by customer/public access to these sites, such as parking, path of travel, and accessibility for the disabled per the Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Additionally, design considerations necessary to facilitate and protect employee and equipment operations (such as designated work, loading, and common areas, mitigation of hazardous and/or waste materials, and material storage areas) must all be addressed to obtain agency permitting and approval.

The majority of industrial/commercial projects can be divided into two general categories:

1.) New industrial/commercial developments, involving either new construction on previously-subdivided lots or new construction on proposed industrial/commercial subdivisions. In addition to approval and recordation of any proposed subdivision map, local agencies usually require development permits or conditional use permits for these projects as well, based on the specifics of the proposed industrial/commercial operation. General Plan Amendment (GPA) approval can also be required if the specifics of the proposed industrial/commercial project are not reconcilable with the current City or County land use designations for the project site.

2.) Addition/expansion projects for existing industrial/commercial sites, involving the acquisition of development permits or conditional use permits to allow the proposed addition/expansion.

JBA has completed a variety of both new construction and addition/expansion industrial/commercial projects in Southern California. Our high-profile projects include the Oldcastle Robotic Block Manufacturing Plant in the City of Fontana, a large co-composting plant in the City of Colton, a 17-acre movie theatre/shopping center in the Town of Apple Valley, a 14-parcel industrial park in the Community of Rubidoux, the Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley in the City of San Bernardino, the K-Mart Distribution Center in the City of Ontario, the San Bernardino International Airport Authority (SBIAA) Terminal Improvements Project in the City of San Bernardino, and the Rancho Mirage Professional Plaza in the City of Rancho Mirage. In addition, JBA is currently providing consulting services for the development of various alternative energy projects in the deserts of Southern California – projects which emphasize our firm commitment to alternative energy and green projects in Southern California. Our range of experience has equipped us to successfully complete unique and challenging industrial/commercial projects that require special considerations, mitigation measures, and/or documentation with respect to erosion and flood control, grading/drainage design, transportation/access, and environmental/biological issues.

Most industrial/commercial projects also require the capabilities of our dedicated Geographic Information System (GIS), Water Resources, and Surveying/Mapping departments. Our GIS Department provides extremely beneficial feasibility/conceptual data and mapping for new industrial/commercial subdivisions in the Tentative/Planning stage. Preliminary and Final Hydrology/Hydraulic Studies and Drainage Analyses, in addition to Water Quality Management Plans (WQMPs) and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and other NPDES documents, are prepared to satisfy local agency and State requirements for industrial/commercial projects. Surveying services (including aerial surveys for large projects) are typically provided throughout the life of industrial/commercial projects, from preparatory boundary/topographic surveys to construction staking.

JBA enjoys excellent professional relationships with public agencies throughout Southern California. These relationships help expedite our industrial/commercial projects and give us a higher level of efficiency than other firms in the area. We are also extremely familiar with all agency requirements, standards, and recommendations with regard to industrial/commercial developments.

Primary Services

Tentative & Final Map Preparation

Generally, residential subdivision projects require the preparation of Tentative Tract Maps (TTMs) for approval by local agency planning departments and Final Tract Maps for recordation with the County in question. These maps provide the basis for subdivision projects. The services associated with the preparation of these maps are detailed below:

Planning Phase Services

Residential Tentative Tract Map (TTM) local agency approval and acquisition of entitlements/permits generally requires the preparation of an overall application package, which typically includes (but is not limited to) the following:

Topographic base mapping, including the location of existing monuments, boundaries, utilities, street centerlines and right-of-way, drainage improvements, and other features. For large projects, aerial surveys are provided in lieu of field activities. Existing record maps and legal documents are also incorporated as needed.

Tentative Map preparation, including proposed lots and right-of-way, preliminary grading and drainage, the preliminary layout of utilities, and proposed access (including emergency/fire access).

Preliminary Water Quality Management Plan (P-WQMP) preparation and identification of proposed post-construction Site Design, Source Control, and Treatment Control Best Management Practices (BMPs) in accordance with agency requirements.

Preliminary Hydrology & Hydraulics Study preparation for the purpose of designing a Preliminary Drainage Plan for the mitigation of off-site and on-site runoff, including the preliminary design of proposed storm drains, channels, and/or basins.

Coordination with planning/environmental firms to assist them in addressing environmental impact issues and prepare Negative Declaration, Initial Study (IS), or Environmental Impact Report (EIR) documents, as required.

Coordination with project architects to incorporate preliminary site design and landscaping considerations.

Coordination with local agencies, including design review meeting attendance.

Design Phase Services

Residential Final Map local agency approval generally requires the preparation of all improvement plans and final design documents, which typically include (but are not limited to) the following:

Final Map preparation, including preparation of any associated easement and/or right-of-way dedications, street vacations, access agreements, and other legal documents for recordation with the County.

Improvement plans preparation, including precise grading and drainage for individual lots as well as the entire development, utility plans (water, sewer, storm, etc.), street improvement plans, lighting plans, erosion control plans, and detail sheets.

Final Water Quality Management Plan (F-WQMP) preparation and identification of proposed post-construction Site Design, Source Control, and Treatment Control Best Management Practices (BMPs) in accordance with agency requirements.

Final Hydrology & Hydraulics Study preparation, including a final Drainage Plan for the mitigation of off-site and on-site runoff and final design of proposed storm drains, channels, and/or basins. Detailed hydraulic analyses are also prepared as needed.

Coordination with project architects to incorporate final site design and landscaping considerations.

Preparation of construction cost estimates.

Coordination with local agencies on an as-needed basis.

Construction Phase & Post-Construction Services

Residential construction phase services offered by JBA include construction staking (for slopes and drainage improvements, street curb and gutter, all on-site/off-site “wet” and “dry” utilities, etc.) and the preparation of Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and associated Best Management Practices (BMPs) for construction activities. JBA also provides revisions to improvement plans as-needed based on changes made by contractors in the field. Post-construction services include “as-built” surveys and the subsequent preparation of “as-built” plans to be filed with local agencies.

Project and/or Construction Management

If requested by the client, JBA provides Project Management and/or Construction Management services for residential development projects, including (but not limited to) management and coordination of all subcontractors, cost/budget management, and project scheduling, progress tracking, and general documentation.

Expert Witness Consulting

Members of our firm serve as Expert Witnesses on cases involving residential project engineering/ construction failures. Many of these cases involve the improper design/construction of residential developments. With the knowledge gained from these investigations, we have continually kept abreast of the most current problems encountered by developers, their engineers, and contractors, and in so doing, we are able to protect our clients from similar problems.

References

Client & Address
Ledesma & Meyer
Construction Company, Inc.
9443 Haven Avenue
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730-5844
Contact
Jeff Carter
Superintendent
(909) 476-0590
Client & Address
Dan Carlone Construction, Inc.
234 North “D” Street
San Bernardino, CA 92401
Contact
Dan Carlone
President
(909) 386-1828
Client & Address
Gary Miller Architects
1177 Idaho Street, Suite 200
Redlands, CA 92374
Contact
Gary Miller
President
(909) 335-7400
Client & Address
Pence Construction
1423 West State Street
Redlands, CA 92374
Contact
Rick Pence
President
(909) 335-0423
Client & Address
Apple Valley Plaza, LLC
Contact
Robert Shockley
Shockley Engineering
Project Manager
(909) 563-0635
Client & Address
Biosoils, Inc.
P.O. Box 1611
Colton, CA 92324
Contact
Jim Sullivan
President
(909) 910-0520
Client & Address
Walden Structures
3100 Jefferson Street
Riverside CA 92504
Contact
Charlie Walden
President
(951) 351-3155
Client & Address
ICS
6863 De Grazia Road
Riverside, CA 92506
Contact
Lewis McCabe
President
(209) 678-7056

Experience

Project
Oldcastle / Superlite (Block Manufacturing Plant)
Project Location
Fontana, CA
Client
Old Castle
Services
Engineer for the robotic block manufacturing plant. Work included all architectural, mechanical, electrical and structural plans.
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Project
Wheelabrator (Co-Composting Plant)
Project Location
Colton, CA
Client
Waste Management / Wheelabrator
Services
Engineer for the co-composting facility. Work included all architectural, mechanical, electrical and structural plans.
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Project
Universal Forest Products Truss Manufacturing Plant
Project Location
Fontana, CA
Client
Universal Forest Products
Services
Entitlements & site design for truss manufacturing expansion.
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Project
Apple Valley Plaza (17-Acre Shopping Center/Movie Theatre)
Project Location
Apple Valley, CA
Client
Apple Valley Plaza, LLC
Services
Entitlements and all improvement plans for shopping plaza.
Abstract
Project
Rancho Mirage Professional Plaza
Project Location
Rancho Mirage, CA
Client
American Development
Services
Grading and street improvement plans for professional condominium project.
Abstract
Project
Industrial Parcel Map 22503 (14-Parcel Industrial Park)
Project Location
Rubidoux, CA
Client
Walden Structures
Services
All improvement plans for 14-parcel industrial park in Rubidoux.
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Project
Casa Ramona Historical Building Rehabilitation
Project Location
San Bernardino, CA
Client
Casa Ramona Corporation
Services
Prepared grading, WQMP, and street improvement plans to restore historical building and expand office space.
Abstract
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Project
Mulberry Day Care
Project Location
Chula Vista, CA
Client
ICS
Services
Entitlements, grading plan for child care facility.
Abstract
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Project
Fox Brothers Waterman Office Complex
Project Location
San Bernardino, CA
Client
Fox Brothers
Services
Site grading plan and utilities for executive office buildings.
Abstract
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Project
Lorton's Juice Facility
Project Location
San Bernardino, CA
Client
Lortons Juice
Services
Entitlements for juice plant expansion with all utilities and grading plan.
Abstract
Project
McCormick Trucking Facility
Project Location
Rialto, CA
Client
Mike McCormick
Services
Prepared site utility, grading and street improvement plans for truck terminal.
Abstract
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Project
Morehouse Mustard
Project Location
City of Industry, CA
Client
Morehouse Mustard
Services
Prepared site grading and utility plans for the expansion of the existing facility.
Abstract
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Project
Pierce Street Farmer Boys & Retail Center
Project Location
Riverside, CA
Client
KNEW Builders
Services
Prepared lot line adjustments, and improvement plans to develop the site into a retail plaza.
Abstract
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Project
Route 66 Partners Restaurant & Office Facility
Project Location
Riverside, CA
Client
The Tahiti Group
Services
Prepared site grading and street improvement plans for the strip retail plaza.
Abstract
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Project
Shipark Paint
Project Location
Ontario, CA
Client
Shilpark Paint
Services
Prepared site grading an utility plans to develop site for client and future expansion.
Abstract
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Project
Brier Business Center
Project Location
San Bernardino, CA
Client
Dan Carlone Construction
Services
Prepared site grading, WQMP and utility plans for multi-building commerce park.
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Project
Harlow's Kitchen Concepts
Project Location
San Bernardino, CA
Client
Dan Carlone Construction
Services
Entitlements, grading, site utility plans for retail with truck dock.
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Project
Mountain West Financial
Project Location
Redlands, CA
Client
Mountain West Financial
Services
Entitlements and all improvements for class "A" office building.
Abstract
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Project
Chaparral Cycle Supply
Project Location
San Bernardino, CA
Client
Dan Carlone Construction
Services
Engineer for the original site improvements and all subsequent site expansions for the last ten years.
Abstract
Project
Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley
Project Location
San Bernardino, CA
Client
Gary Miller Architects
Services
Entitlements, site grading and utilities for the non-profit organization.
Abstract
Project
Preciado Mortuary & Cemetary
Project Location
San Bernardino, CA
Client
Dan Carlone Construction
Services
Prepared cemetary plan and grading plan for lawn crypts.
Abstract
Project
ABS Auto Auctions Expansion
Project Location
Colton, CA
Client
ABS Auto Auctions
Services
Prepared all improvements plans and Water Quality/NPDES documents.
Abstract
Project
Trinity Church Addition/Expansion
Project Location
Redlands, CA
Client
Trinity Church
Services
Prepared all improvements plans and Water Quality/NPDES documents.
Abstract
Project
New K-Mart
Distribution Center
Project Location
Ontario, CA
Client
CCC, Inc.
Services
Prepared all improvements plans and Water Quality/NPDES documents.
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