Katabatic Engineering - named for the powerful downslope winds that navigate challenging mountain terrain - is a woman-owned, technically-driven civil engineering firm founded in 2015 in Juneau, Alaska. Serving Alaska, Canada, and the Pacific Northwest, we deliver precision-engineered solutions in infrastructure design, project and construction management, and comprehensive risk assessment and mitigation.
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We excel in complex environments where others hesitate - from remote mining operations to intricate transportation networks, aviation hubs, and urban infrastructure. Our collaborative approach combines technical expertise with environmental stewardship, ensuring projects progress efficiently while respecting natural surroundings and stakeholder interests.
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Like our namesake - a force that adapts to and overcomes geographical challenges - we apply our problem-solving methodology to navigate the most demanding terrains and project requirements. With roots in Alaska's engineering tradition and a forward-thinking technical approach, we turn challenging conditions into successful infrastructure solutions. Together.
Services
At Katabatic Engineering, we offer civil engineering, project management, construction oversight, project controls, and risk assessment services tailored to complex environments and high-stakes projects. From remote mine sites to dense urban corridors, we bring the technical precision and collaborative mindset needed to deliver resilient infrastructure in challenging conditions.
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We serve a wide range of public and private clients across Alaska, Canada, and the Pacific Northwest. Our experience spans local municipalities, state and federal agencies, Department of Defense, publicly held corporations, developers, and general contractors. Regardless of scale or complexity, we approach each project with rigor, discretion, and the mindset of a true partner - adapting quickly, solving problems efficiently, and seeing it through.
