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What We Do
We partner with municipalities on the planning and design of core public infrastructure. Our services support both large and small communities with:
- Roadway and utility design
- Stormwater and drainage systems
- Water main and sanitary sewer improvements
- Site grading and earthwork
- Parking lot and trail design
- Funding assistance and permitting support
- Construction engineering and inspection
- Post-construction GPS data collection for GIS
What Is Civil vs. Municipal Engineering?
Civil engineering is a broad discipline that focuses on the design, construction, and maintenance of the built environment, including infrastructure like roads, bridges, buildings, dams, and water supply systems. Civil engineering plays a vital role in shaping modern society by making sure that structures are safe, efficient, and sustainable.
While civil engineering encompasses large-scale projects across various sectors, municipal engineering is a specialized branch that deals specifically with infrastructure and services within cities and towns, such as streets, water distribution, sewage, and waste management.
In essence, municipal engineering is a focused subset of civil engineering that directly impacts local communities and urban living. Municipal services are the cornerstone of our firm, which means you will be supported by F&V’s team of professionals regardless of your project’s specifications.
Careers
Funding Strategy & Grant Support
F&V works with municipalities to make sure funding is in place before a shovel hits the ground. We’ve helped dozens of communities secure state and federal grants, including:
- Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF)
- Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP)
- Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)
- SPARK Grants and other state programs
Our team assists with writing, budgeting, and matching fund documentation, backed by real experience navigating municipal grant cycles.
Where We Work
Tell Us About Your Project
Looking for a partner on your next infrastructure project? Reach out to our civil and municipal engineering team today.
Who We Serve
Municipalities
Townships, cities, and counties rely on us for road, watermain, sanitary, and storm projects of all sizes.
Community Services
We’ve completed site engineering for a range of public-sector facilities, including correctional facilities, medical campuses, and public health departments.
Commercial Businesses
When projects intersect with public utilities, our team helps coordinate design and permitting.
Educational Institutions
We’ve worked with schools and universities to improve drainage, traffic flow, and site accessibility.
Homeowners Associations
We assist HOAs with shared infrastructure projects, particularly stormwater management and private roads. While we don’t work with individual homeowners, we do take on multi-home projects initiated by associations.
Private Clients
Occasionally, we consult on private development projects, though these are often confidential or involve public-private partnerships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Municipal engineering refers to the planning and design of public infrastructure like roads, water mains, sewers, and stormwater systems, usually on behalf of a township, city, or county.
