A boutique civil engineering practice built on a simple premise: complex projects deserve direct senior attention and experienced judgment — from start to finish.
ALTA CIVIL
Railroad Infrastructure, Land Entitlement & Planning, Commercial, Industrial, & Residential Development, and Public Works Civil Engineering Nationwide. Principal-led. Forty years of combined experience. Every project led by a partner.
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Railroad Engineering & Infrastructure
Specialized civil engineering for rail corridors, crossings, and industrial rail infrastructure.
Land Planning & Entitlement
From raw site to approved plans — we lead the civil engineering process for land development projects of every scale.
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Industrial, Commercial, & Residential Development
Full civil engineering services for commercial and residential development projects.
Public Works Engineering
Municipal streets, drainage systems, utility infrastructure, and civic improvements — designed with public-sector rigor.
About the Firm
Two principals. A combined 40 years of experience. Personally involved in every engagement we take on.
Civil Engineering Expertise. Direct Principal Access. Every Project.
01.
Principal-Led, Always
You work directly with a principal — not a project manager. A principal with decades of experience on every call, every decision, every deliverable.
02.
Technically Rigorous
Over 40 years in the field. We bring discipline, depth, and genuine expertise to every site plan, environmental review, and infrastructure design.
03.
Strategically Oriented
Civil engineering is a means to an end. Rail corridor operational. Entitlement secured. Public infrastructure delivered. We keep your real goals in focus.
Ready to Start Your Project?
Whether you’re planning rail infrastructure, navigating land entitlement, or delivering public improvements — we would welcome a one on one conversation.
Highly Qualified Team
Ryan Bogren, P.E.
Managing Partner · Idaho Office
25+ years spanning railroad infrastructure, land entitlement, commercial, industrial,
residential and public works across the United States.
residential and public works across the United States.
Known for technical rigor, deep familiarity with railroad operator requirements, and clear-headed project leadership from feasibility through construction.
B.S. Civil Engineering, Brigham Young University, 2000
Brett Hadley, P.E.
Managing Partner · California Office
15+ years of experience spanning railroad infrastructure, multi-sector land development and planning for commercial, industrial, and residential projects throughout the western United States.
Excels at navigating stringent regulatory frameworks and accelerating project delivery through meticulous detailed design. Strives to align with client goals to build long-term trust and deliver successful project outcomes.
B.S. Civil Engineering, Brigham Young University, 2008
Joel Arbuckle
Principal, Finance and Business Development · Idaho Office
30+ years of real estate development, acquisitions, investment strategy, and portfolio management experience across a broad range of commercial and residential property sectors throughout the United States.
Leads business development and strategic growth, applying a developer’s perspective, financial discipline, and market insight to help clients move projects from concept through execution.
B.S. Finance, Brigham Young University, 1995. MBA, Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University, 2003.
Get In Touch!
We are looking forward to start a project with you!
Rail, land, and public works engineering across California and Idaho. Start a conversation today.