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Serving Communities.
Building Futures.

Site/civil, water resources, and environmental engineering for Harrisonburg, Rockingham County, and the greater Shenandoah Valley of Virginia.

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Land Planning

Site/Civil

Land Planning

Shaping what a property can become, before detailed design begins

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Site Plan Design

Site/Civil

Site Design

Engineering your site from concept through construction

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Stormwater & BMPs

Water Resources

Stormwater & BMPs

Managing stormwater quantity and quality across your site

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Hydrology & Hydraulic Engineering

Water Resources

H&H Engineering

Analyzing flows, floodplains, and the structures that manage them

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Environmental Site Assessments & Compliance

Environmental

Site Assessments

Understanding a property's environmental conditions and history

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Pollution Prevention

Environmental

Pollution Prevention

Preventing and reducing pollution at its source, before an event happens

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Services Rooted in the Shenandoah Valley

From planning to post-construction, we provide the local expertise you need, so your project can be successful.

Industries We Serve

Since 2010, we’ve helped clients move projects forward with practical, thoughtful engineering across a wide range of sectors.

Commercial

Commercial

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Residential

Residential

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Industrial

Industrial

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Higher Education

Higher Education

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K-12 Schools

K-12 Schools

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Non-Profit

Non-Profit

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Public Sector

Public Sector

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Recreational

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About Us

The Colman Difference

Colman Engineering was founded in 2010 on a simple conviction: that engineering, done well, makes the world a better place.

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Our commitment to doing what's right

We balance our clients’ goals and budgets with solutions that respect neighbors, protect the environment, and contribute positively to the broader community

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Local expertise that saves you time

We know local, VDOT, and DEQ site plan review processes—so your project moves through approvals with fewer surprises.

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Full service, from concept through construction

We offer land planning, site design, stormwater and BMPs, environmental assessments, and construction administration—all under one roof.

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Values you can build on

At Colman, integrity, open communication, and respect aren't just principles on a wall. Our values are built into our DNA, and we hold ourselves accountable to them.

Featured Projects

We're rooted in the Shenandoah Valley and western Virginia, but you'll find our work all across the Commonwealth.

Darcus-Johnson Hall Renovation

Darcus-Johnson Hall Renovation

Delivering site design and infrastructure solutions to support Darcus-Johnson Hall’s transformation

Carrier Drive Waterline Risk Abatement  ​

Carrier Drive Waterline Risk Abatement ​

Upgrading aging infrastructure to ensure reliable water service for a busy university campus

Hockey Field Modular Building Project

Hockey Field Modular Building Project

Delivering site design and construction support for new modular building on East Campus

LRCC Trades Lab

LRCC Trades Lab

Leading the site/civil design for Laurel Ridge Community College's state-of-the-art trades lab

The Townes at Congers Creek

The Townes at Congers Creek

Transforming an Urban Development Area into a thriving residential community

Park View Water Tank

Park View Water Tank

Modernizing water infrastructure to enable community and campus growth for generations to come

EMS Campus Site Plan

EMS Campus Site Plan

Designing a sustainable and functional campus plan

Mr. Chips Water Line Replacement

Mr. Chips Water Line Replacement

Same-day response to water line rupture in the heart of JMU's bustling campus

The Mercantile (N. Liberty St. and W. Gay St.) Renovation

The Mercantile (N. Liberty St. and W. Gay St.) Renovation

Transforming a key five-point intersection with thoughtful site design

VMRC Townhomes

VMRC Townhomes

Creating community with Park Village townhomes

Suter Street Development

Suter Street Development

Creating affordable housing opportunities while fostering community growth and stability

EMU Turf Field

EMU Turf Field

Expanding EMU's turf sport field for modern functionality

JMU Health Center

JMU Health Center

Enhancing access and safety for JMU’s Health Center

Water Treatment Plant Drainage Design

Water Treatment Plant Drainage Design

Protecting critical infrastructure with improved drainage

Town of Elkton Downtown Market Pavilion

Town of Elkton Downtown Market Pavilion

Supporting Elkton's vision with a downtown marketplace design

Jamestown Settlement - James Fort Grading and Drainage Plan

Jamestown Settlement - James Fort Grading and Drainage Plan

Restoring historic landmarks while solving stormwater challenges to preserve Virginia's story

Greene County Public Schools Alternative Education Building

Greene County Public Schools Alternative Education Building

Designing a foundation for adaptable learning environments that support student success

Rockingham Coop Dayton Mill

Rockingham Coop Dayton Mill

Accommodating current and future needs at busy feed mill

EMU Outdoor Track Redevelopment and Expansion

EMU Outdoor Track Redevelopment and Expansion

Redeveloping EMU’s outdoor track and enhancing stormwater management

Edith J. Carrier Arboretum "At Home in the Woods" Family Garden

Edith J. Carrier Arboretum "At Home in the Woods" Family Garden

Designing a site plan for interactive play zones while improving accessibility and addressing erosion and stormwater control issues

JMAC 6 Site Plan

JMAC 6 Site Plan

Supporting JMU’s expansion with Foundation Hall site design

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