Volkert & Associates is one of the leading consulting firms in the United States. It offers a variety of engineering, environmental, program management and construction services, and maintains a presence in Chattanooga, Tenn. The firm has more than 650 employees and several field offices in over 10 U.S. states. Founded in 1925 as Doullut and Ewin, Volkert & Associates offers surveying services for airports, utilities and municipalities. Its construction services include program management and engineering inspections for public school systems. The firm s engineers provide general structural services for ports, multilevel parking garages and import and export facilities. Volkert & Associates environmental services include site assessments, land investigations, coastal zone management and hazardous waste studies. The firm additionally publishes a quarterly newsletter, Volkert Views, which features articles on projects, specialized capabilities and community activities.