SOCOTEC Austin
Our Services and Expertise in Austin, TX
Our Austin office builds on the legacy of Ninyo & Moore, a leading geotechnical, environmental, and industrial hygiene engineering firm acquired by SOCOTEC in 2025. Backed by a multidisciplinary team of civil engineers, consultants, field and laboratory technicians, we support projects across Central Texas with practical, reliable expertise. We partner with public and private clients across transportation, infrastructure, commercial, residential, education, industrial, energy, and water sectors. From geotechnical, to environmental, industrial hygiene, and building envelope consulting, our teams help identify risks early and implement solutions that support safe, efficient, and resilient project delivery.
Building Envelope Consulting
- Envelope Consulting
- Façade Inspections
- Exterior Wall, Roofing, Waterproofing
- Shop and Site Monitoring
- Architectural & Engineering Design
- Design Assist
- Historic Preservation & Masonry Restoration
- Owner's Project Management
- Energy and Sustainability Consulting
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 Austin 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 Central Texas?
- Our Austin office provides geotechnical, geophysical, and engineering geology services, along with construction materials testing and inspection. Our team also offers building envelope consulting, environmental and industrial hygiene services, as well as forensic engineering and expert witness support for claims and dispute matters.
- What industries does SOCOTEC serve in Central Texas?
- We support a diverse range of industries, including transportation infrastructure such as airports, bridges, highways, roadways, and rail/light rail systems; commercial, residential, and industrial developments; educational facilities from K–12 to higher education; essential service facilities including hospitals, police and fire stations, and correctional facilities; power and energy projects including transmission lines; and water infrastructure, such as dams, pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs, tanks, tunnels, and water/wastewater treatment plants.
- What areas are served by SOCOTEC Austin?
- We serve clients across Central Texas, including projects in and around major cities such as Austin, Killeen, Waco, Round Rock, and College Station.
- How can I request a proposal or get in touch with an expert?
- You can contact us through our online form above or call our Austin office directly. Our team will connect you with the right expert for your project.
- Are there any current job opportunities at SOCOTEC Austin?
- All of our current job openings, including full-time positions and internships, are listed on SOCOTEC's Careers page. Check there regularly to find opportunities to join the SOCOTEC team and build your career in engineering, testing, and inspection services!
Nearby offices
- SOCOTEC Houston 2313 W Sam Houston Pkwy N, Suite 119, Houston, TX 77043 133.4 mi
- SOCOTEC Houston Advisory 440 Louisiana Street, Suite 2550, Houston, TX 77002 145.9 mi
- SOCOTEC Dallas 1601 Elm Street, Suite 3600, Dallas, TX 75201 186.0 mi