Services

Land Development & Municipal Design

Shaping Communities, Building Futures

River City Consultants helps shape the future of Western Colorado’s communities by combining technical precision with a deep respect for the landscapes we call home. From new neighborhoods to public infrastructure, our engineers and surveyors partner with municipalities and private developers to create designs that work for today and stand strong for tomorrow. Every project is guided by a balance of practicality, sustainability, and community benefit.

From Concept to Completion

Our land development and municipal design services provide end-to-end support for projects of all sizes. From master planning and site layout to infrastructure, stormwater, and grading design, we bring the expertise needed to navigate regulatory requirements and deliver practical, buildable solutions. Our multidisciplinary team integrates surveying, engineering, and environmental knowledge to ensure each project is not only technically sound, but also aligned with community goals and environmental stewardship.

Master Planning

From early site evaluation through phased development strategy, we guide you from due diligence through concept layouts, identifying infrastructure needs and building a road map that keeps your project moving with confidence

Infrastructure Design

We design grading, utility, and road systems that maximize your site's buildable potential while meeting local requirements while balancing cost-effectiveness with long-term performance.

Hydrologic and Hydraulic
Modeling & Analysis

We model watershed runoff, conveyance systems, and floodplain behavior to give you the data you need for sound design decisions and regulatory compliance.

Site Planning

Whether it’s a simple lot split or a multi-phase subdivision, we work with you to develop a layout that meets your vision, budget, and development goals.

Stormwater Modeling,
Design & Permitting

From initial analysis through agency permitting, we handle drainage and stormwater design for public and private projects, including the modeling, reports, and coordination needed to keep approvals on track.

Construction Observation
Services

Our involvement doesn't end at design. We work alongside your contractors in the field to ensure what gets built matches what was designed, and we respond to issues as they come up.

Landscape Architecture and Irrigation Design

Landscape Architecture and Irrigation Design services are provided by GreenBox Studio, an affiliated firm. Visit their website for more information.

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Sustainable Designs for the Western Slope

We integrate the natural beauty of the Western Slope with thoughtful, sustainable designs, creating dynamic and functional outdoor spaces for both commercial and residential clients.

Why River City Consultants

Stronger Projects, Stronger Communities

  • Licensed to provide engineering services in CO, UT, NE, and WY as well as survey services in CO, UT, and NM.
  • Deep local knowledge of Western Colorado’s high-desert environment.
  • Multidisciplinary team ensuring seamless integration across services.
  • Proven record of guiding projects from concept through construction.

Featured Projects

Thunder Valley Filings 3 & 4

Thunder Valley Subdivision

Redlands 360

Redlands 360 Filing 1

Soaring Eagle Estates

Soaring Eagle Estates

Work with Us

Join Our Team

At River City Consultants, we believe great work starts with a great environment—both in and out of the office. Based in Grand Junction, Colorado, our team enjoys unmatched access to world-class outdoor recreation, a welcoming community, and a balanced pace of life. We’re a growing, privately held firm that values collaboration, integrity, and professional excellence. If you’re passionate about shaping communities and want to build your career where adventure meets opportunity, we’d love to meet you.

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Alec Thomas, PLS

Alec Thomas, PLS

Senior Professional Land Surveyor

Alec plays an integral role in the surveying team at River City Consultants. Alec graduated in 2010 from the Metropolitan State College of Denver with a Bachelor of Science in Surveying and Mapping, as well as a Minor in Mathematics. He is a licensed Professional Land Surveyor in Colorado. Alec is a Certified Federal Surveyor (CFedS), which is a designation he earned through a licensing program created by the federal government to assure cadastral boundary surveys are performed in accordance with Bureau of Land Management standards.

Alec has served as project surveyor on many important local projects including work on the Grand Junction Regional Airport, Xcel Energy right-of-way and easement surveys, Xcel Energy/CDOT gas line as-builts, and numerous oil and gas survey operations. Other prior projects Alec has contributed to are the Telluride Airport Runway Reconstruction, federal cadastral projects for the Bureau of Land Management, and project management for a high school football stadium and elementary school.

Alec is a member of the Professional Land Surveyors of Colorado, Western Colorado Land Surveyors and the National Society of Professional Surveyors.