W&A Engineering

W&A is thrilled to announce the groundbreaking of Phase 1 of ESP Camp Hooray in Jackson County, Georgia!

Since 2015, the W&A team has collaborated with ESP on this meaningful project, and witnessing this vision advance to its next significant phase is truly exciting. Camp Hooray has already provided day camp activities for ESP participants at the Jackson County site, and this initial development phase is a monumental leap forward, paving the way for overnight camping experiences for individuals with disabilities.

This phase, referred to as Camp Holland, will be crucial in enhancing ESP’s mission today and setting the stage for its future role as a respite and learning center for parents of children with disabilities once subsequent camper-focused phases are completed.

We feel privileged to contribute to a project that will leave a lasting impact on ESP participants, their families, and the wider community. Congratulations to ESP and everyone involved in making this milestone a reality!

Jon Williams, Buck Bacon and Greg DeMent recently represented W&A at the BioBash in Athens, hosted by Georgia Life Sciences. The event featured an insightful panel discussion with Shelby Day, Kyle Davidson, Jeff Thompson, Tony Endozo, and Derek Eberhart, who highlighted the critical importance of regional collaboration in fostering bright futures for Athens’ youth. The gathering brought together major biotechnology firms from both Athens and Raleigh, N.C., alongside economic development leaders from across the state, to drive innovation and community impact.

Recently, Tim Foley, the Director of Civil Engineering for our Charlotte office, and Greg DeMent represented W&A Engineering at the Bisnow Multi-Family event in Charlotte. Networking with industry architects and developers offered great perspective on current design trends and market demands. We look forward to applying these insights to our upcoming projects.

We're excited to announce the completion of the new roundabout at Snows Mill Road and Lane Creek Road in Oconee County!

This project enhances safety, reduces conflict points, and improves traffic flow, replacing a four-way stop. It's the first of five similar upgrades aimed at better serving current and future traffic volumes.

Roundabouts provide significant benefits by improving operations, calming speeds, and enhancing overall safety.

We're proud to support Oconee County with infrastructure improvements for safer, more efficient travel!

We had the privilege of welcoming several students from Putnam County High School last week as part of our annual Service Learning class.

Our team loved sharing insights about the various roles and professions within our company, guiding students through the diverse career opportunities in the AEC industry. From planning and design to engineering, surveying, and landscape architecture, it was an excellent chance to showcase how many ways one can make a difference in this field.

A big thank you to the students for spending time with us and asking such insightful questions. We are continually inspired by the curiosity and enthusiasm of the next generation!

We’re growing and looking for a Director of Civil Engineering to lead our talented team in Athens, GA!

W&A Engineering is seeking a visionary leader with site design expertise to drive department goals, mentor staff, and champion sustainable growth. If you’re a licensed PE ready to make an impact in a values-driven environment, we want to hear from you.

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Last week, W&A team members participated in the “Wonders of Work” Futures Fair at Athens Technical College , hosted by the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce and Athens Tech.

The event gathered over 800 eighth-grade students from Clarke County to explore career pathways and learn from local employers about industries shaping our future.

Our team discussed careers in civil engineering, land development, surveying, and landscape architecture, highlighting how these professions impact our communities.

Events like this strengthen the local workforce pipeline and encourage students to consider post-high school opportunities.

Thank you to Athens Technical College, Athens Area Chamber of Commerce, and Clarke County School District for organizing such a meaningful event. We’re proud to support initiatives connecting education with real-world careers.

W&A was honored to participate in the annual Empty Bowl Luncheon & Fundraiser for the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia . We stand behind and support the Food Bank's mission, as addressing food insecurity is vital to Building Better Communities.

Our Athens office is thrilled and honored to receive the Small Business of the Month award from the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce ! This achievement showcases our team's commitment and the strong connections we've established within the Athens business community. We truly appreciate the support and are proud to be growing alongside so many amazing local organizations.