Geotechnical Field Observation and Testing

With field experience ranging from 5 to nearly 30 years, NMG’s field technician group can add tremendous value during project construction in the form of quality control and assurance; verification of adherence to project plans and specifications; loss prevention and trouble- shooting. Our field group prides itself in the ability to work effectively with a wide range of contractors, project owners and oversight agencies on diverse projects from street paving to home building to earth fill dam construction.

Certifications include those for the California Department of Transportation (CalTrans) and 40-hour CalOSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard training.

Our geotechnical field services include observation and testing during:

• Preliminary and Rough Grading Operations
• Precise Grading Operations
• Utility Installation and Trench Backfill
• Building and Retaining Wall Foundation Excavation
• Mechanically Stabilized Earth and Tie-Back Wall Excavation and Construction
• Construction of Geogrid-Reinforced Slopes
• Construction of Modular Block Walls
• Vibration Monitoring
• Soil Sampling
• Distress Evaluations
• Third Party Review
• Quality Assurance and Quality Control
• Ground Improvement Operations
• Pile Driving