SOCOTEC Fontana
Our Services and Expertise in Fontana, CA
Building on the legacy of Ninyo & Moore, acquired by SOCOTEC in 2025, our Fontana office brings together a multidisciplinary team of engineers, inspectors, and laboratory and field technicians. We provide geotechnical, environmental, and industrial hygiene services to support both public and private projects across Orange, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Northern Riverside Counties, as well as parts of Central California. Our team works across a wide range of sectors, including transportation and infrastructure, commercial and residential development, industrial facilities, healthcare, education, military sites, landfills, and the power and water industries.
Our laboratory is accredited by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans). See our certificate of accreditation.
Geotechnical Engineering
- Field Instrumentation & Monitoring
- Foundation Design & Analysis
- Liquefaction Evaluation & Mitigation
- Pavement Design
- Retaining Structure Analysis
- Slope Stability Analysis
- Seismic Design
Geophysical Services
- Crosshole Sonic Logging (CSL)
- Electrical Resistivity Surveys
- Electromagnetic (EM) Mapping
- Seismic Refraction
- Ground Penetrating Radar
- Vibration Monitoring
- Refraction Microtremor
- UXO Evaluation
- Thermal Resistivity
Engineering Geology
- Earthquake & Fault Studies
- Feasibility Studies
- Geologic Hazard Evaluations
- Landslide Evaluations
- Seismic Hazard Analysis
- Liquefaction & Dynamic Settlement Evaluations
Construction Inspection & Testing
- Geotechnical Observation & Testing
- Construction Materials Testing (Asphalt, Concrete, Masonry, Grout, Mortar, Steel) in certified laboratory
- Special Inspection (Reinforced Concrete, Prestressed Concrete, Structural Masonry, Structural Steel and Bolting, Welding, Fireproofing, Roofing)
- Asphalt Concrete & Pavement Testing
Forensic Engineering & Expert Witness
- Forensic Investigations & Failure Analysis
- Expert Witness & Litigation Support
- Specialized Testing & Analysis
- Construction Defects
- Insurance Claims
- Smoke Assessments
Environmental Services
- Environmental Site Assessments (Phase I & Phase II)
- Site Investigation & Contamination Assessment
- Remediation & Mitigation
- Regulatory Compliance & Permitting
- Due-Diligence Property Transfer
Industrial Hygiene
- Hazardous Materials Surveys (Asbestos, lead paint, polychlorinated biphenyls)
- Mold & Moisture Evaluations
- Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) evaluations
- Occupational Safety
Smart Inspections
- Drone/UAS Services
- Geographics Information Systems (GIS)
- Mapping & Cartographic Services
Building and Infrastructure Solutions Across the United States
Our Fontana team is part of a nationwide network of 1,700 experts across 40 offices providing specialized services throughout the project lifecycle in industries such as building & real estate, infrastructure, energy, environmental, oil & gas, and industrial.
SOCOTEC offers distinct service lines including:
- Building Performance & Compliance
- Construction Materials Testing & Laboratory Services
- Forensic Engineering & Expert Services
- Specialty Engineering
- Geotechnical Services
- Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)
- Project Advisory & Risk Management
- Smart Buildings and Infrastructure
- Professional Training & Certification
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Frequently asked questions
- What services does SOCOTEC offer in Southern California?
- Our team provides a broad range of engineering, testing, and inspection services, supported by strong expertise in geotechnical, geophysical, and engineering geology. Our team also delivers laboratory and field construction materials testing, special inspections, environmental and industrial hygiene services, along with forensic engineering and expert witness support.
- What areas are served by SOCOTEC Fontana?
- Our Fontana office serves clients across Orange County, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Northern Riverside Counties, and parts of Central California.
- What industries does SOCOTEC serve in Southern California?
- Our Fontana office serves major transportation and infrastructure projects, including airports, bridges, and highways. We support real estate sectors including commercial and residential development, as well as industrial facilities such as manufacturing plants, production sites, and warehouses. Our teams work with educational institutions from K–12 schools to higher education campuses, and contribute to military installations and essential public services. In addition, we are a landfill and burnsite expert and have extensive experience in transmission lines, water infrastructure and wastewater treatment facilities.
- What are the main projects of SOCOTEC in the Los Angeles area?
- Some of our key projects include major transportation work across the Greater Los Angeles area, including LAX, Long Beach Airport, John Wayne Airport, and the LA Metro Regional Connector.
- How can I request a proposal or get in touch with an expert?
- You can reach our Fontana office directly by phone or use the online form above to get in touch. We’ll make sure your request is directed to the appropriate expert for your project.
- Are there any current job opportunities at SOCOTEC Fontana?
- You can view all current openings—including full-time roles and internships—on the SOCOTEC Careers page: https://www.socotec.us/careers. Be sure to check back regularly for new opportunities to join our team in geotechnical engineering, testing, and inspection services.
Nearby agencies
- SOCOTEC Irvine 475 Goddard, Suite 200, 92618 Irvine 58,0 km
- SOCOTEC Los Angeles 355 S Grand Ave, Suite 2450, 90071 Los Angeles 70,6 km
- SOCOTEC San Diego 5710 Ruffin Rd, 92123 San Diego 145,5 km