Services

OUR SERVICES

Purpose strives to meet our clients’ municipal and industrial water and wastewater needs, from the planning and study phase through design and construction. Purpose has also developed strategic partnerships with organizations to provide a suite of Civil and Environmental Engineering services, all in one place, including Water/Wastewater, Civil/Municipal, Stormwater, Electrical, Mechanical, and Structural engineering services.

Water Services

Water treatment plants Facility design — new, upgrade, expansion

Surface water source development Technology assessments

Groundwater source development Process and equipment pilot studies

Storage tanks Facility assessments

Water distribution systems Distribution studies and computer modeling

Pumping systems Rate studies

Master plans Value engineering

Facility Plans Grant, loan applications, and administration

Water Reuse Studies Asset management planning

We work with our partner organizations to provide a collaborative approach to solving your engineering needs. We strive to implement a One Water approach, tapping into synergies in various parts of projects to provide better solutions and more benefit to our clients. Research shows that an integrated and interdisciplinary approach early-on provides the most benefit to clients while reducing costs. So whether we are recovering nutrients and energy from wastewater or using green stormwater techniques to mitigate flooding while beautifying neighborhoods, we strive to create value for you by using the full potential of resources you already have.

Wastewater Services

Treatment planning and design Facility Plans

Process and equipment evaluations Operations assistance

Biosolids and sludge management Capital improvements planning

Anaerobic treatment Wastewater characterization studies

Biogas utilization Treatability evaluations

Sewer and pump station design Water quality stream studies

Sanitary sewer system evaluations Facility Design — new, upgrade, expansion

Inflow and infiltration studies User charge studies

Permitting Pretreatment programs

Value engineering Biological Nutrient Removal (BNR)

Operations and maintenance manuals NPDES Permitting

We specialize in innovative water and wastewater technology and design to serve clients both regionally and nationally. With our specialized expertise in water and wastewater management, communities of all sizes rely on us to meet the increasing demand for safe and sustainable water solutions. From designing and implementing new treatment systems to optimizing existing infrastructure, we work closely with our clients to identify and address the unique challenges they face.

Sustainability Services

Multi-discipline collaboration for a One-Water Approach Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of Environmental Impact

Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCC/ LCCA) Greenhouse gas assessments

LEED Certification Risk and Resilience Assessments

Envision Sustainability Certification Renewable energy options

Multi-Objective Decision Analysis Quadruple bottom line assessments (Economic, Social,

Environmental, Technical)

We see sustainability as being integral to everything we do. Our highly trained staff are experts in both qualitative and quantitative sustainability assessment methods. Assessment tools such as Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) have been used in academia for decades for making decisions with sustainability in mind. We employ Ph.D. trained engineers who have applied these tools in both their academic work as well as for clients like you. These tools add dimension to planning efforts and help you make better decisions. Furthermore, sustainability assessments instill confidence in the people you serve that the choices being made are sound and that facilities are designed to provide the most benefit to people and the environment.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

We are proud to collaborate with a number of partner organizations to provide additional Engineering services, with the same quality and guarantee we are known for, all in one place.

Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, and Planning

Our approach to maintaining the integrity of natural resources while accommodating community growth involves designing and constructing functional and sustainable sites. We prioritize working with the unique character, composition, and context of a site rather than against it. Our goal is to preserve, enhance, and utilize a site's inherent features for function and character, without forcing the site to fit a preconceived design. By utilizing a collaborative design process and focusing on the strategic balance of function, aesthetics, implementation issues, and budget responsibility, our projects are not only cost-effective but also improve environmental quality and enhance the unique sense of place and character of each site.

Campus Planning
Environmental Compliance and Planning
Implementation of Green Infrastructure
Construction Management
Energy (solar and utility)
Community Planning
Agro-Ecology/Community Farming
Land Surveying
Development and Redevelopment of Sites
Low Impact Development (LID) Strategies and Implementation
Parks and Greenways
Public Infrastructure Design and Management
Conservation Design
Sustainability Planning (greenhouse gases, renewables, waste, land use, etc.)
Coastal/Waterfront Engineering
Charrettes, Workshops, Visioning and Facilitation
Sustainable Design Strategies and Certifications (SITES, LEED, Envision, etc.)

Ecosystems and Natural Resources

Our team of scientists and natural resource professionals are dedicated to providing a robust planning and development framework for our ecosystem restoration and conservation projects. We develop natural resource management plans that address sustainability concerns as well as documentation, preservation, and monitoring of our natural resources. These plans also consider impact of floods, development, and industrial activities on our ecosystem. With experience in surveying and monitoring rare animal and plant species in compliance with governing legislation, our team is well-equipped to employ both standard and advanced field techniques. We are committed to delivering effective solutions that balance the needs of development with the importance of preserving our natural resources for generations to come.

Ecological Restoration & Management Planning
Ecosystem Services
Assessment and Planning for Climate Resilience and Carbon Sequestration
Environmental Compliance (NEPA, EAW, EIS, SEIS, etc.)
Cultural Resources (Section 106) Consultation
Environmental Planning & Management
Vegetation Surveys and Mapping
Planning and Management of Wetlands, including Banking and Delineation
Wetland Delineation & Permitting
Wildlife Surveys & Monitoring
Phase I/II Site Assessment
Urban Ecology
Invasive Species Management
Assessment of Natural Resource Damages

Watersheds and Water Resources

We offer comprehensive water resources engineering and planning services for a diverse range of clients, including watershed districts, government agencies, management organizations, non-profit organizations, and the private sector. Our expertise includes providing strategic lake planning and watershed management, reviewing permits, designing stream bank stabilization and restoration projects, conducting groundwater investigations and studies, developing hydrologic/hydraulic and water quality models, conducting TMDL studies, and designing and implementing capital improvement projects. We help our clients navigate complex water resource challenges, delivering solutions that are both innovative and effective.

- Lake Management Plans
- Review of Permits and Development Plans
- Development of Policies, Rules, and Ordinances
- Agricultural - Conservation Drainage and Best Management Practices (BMPs)
- Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment & Resiliency Planning
- Dam Removal & Fish Passage
- Expert Witness Consulting & Testimony
- Facilitation, Outreach & Awareness Campaigns
- Stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) - Targeting, Prioritization, Feasibility & Design
- Restoration, Monitoring, and Assessment of Streams
- Water Quality Modeling and Assessment
- Floodplain Modeling, Mapping, and Management
- Geologic & Hydrogeologic Investigations
- Groundwater Modeling, Planning & Management
- Development of Training and Guidance Materials
- Hydrologic & Hydraulic Modeling & Analysis
- Development of Watershed Management Plans
- Protection, Restoration, and Studies of Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) in Watersheds

One Water Approach

We work with our partners to provide a collaborative approach to solving your engineering needs. We strive to implement a One Water approach, tapping into synergies in various parts of projects to provide better solutions and more benefit to our clients.