Engineering and testing support for high-performance, efficient marine foundations
D.W. Kozera, Inc. provides deep foundation evaluation services for piers, wharves, bulkheads, and over-water platforms combining geotechnical expertise with marine construction experience. Our team supports both new builds and rehabilitation projects with field testing, inspection, and engineering input tailored to the unique demands of waterfront environments.
From driven piles to drilled shafts and auger cast systems, we help project teams refine foundation strategies through value engineering and in-the-field evaluation. Using high-strain and low-strain testing methods, we deliver real-time data to support design adjustments, reduce uncertainty, and streamline installation. Our knowledge of coastal soils, tidal impacts, and marine construction constraints helps teams design and execute efficient, constructible solutions that meet both structural goals and site realities.
Services Offered
- Pile Driving Observation and Installation Documentation
- High-Strain Dynamic Load Testing (PDA with CAPWAP Analysis)
- Low-Strain Integrity Testing (PIT/Sonic Echo) for Cast-in-Place or Precast Piles
- Crosshole Sonic Logging (CSL) for Drilled Shaft Integrity
- Thermal Integrity Profiling (TIP) for Full-Length Shaft Assessment
- Evaluation of Setup Effects and Re-Strike Testing for Driven Piles
- Deep Foundation Design Input for Waterfront Structures
- Value Engineering for Foundation System Efficiency
- Integration with Marine, Structural, and Coastal Design Teams
Why Work with D.W. Kozera?
- Proven Marine Foundation Expertise with Practical Insight
We bring decades of experience designing, evaluating, and testing deep foundations in coastal and over-water conditions—ensuring recommendations reflect real-world construction challenges. - Value Engineering to Support Efficient, Cost-Effective Designs
Our foundation evaluations identify opportunities to reduce material use, simplify installation, and align with contractor capabilities—without compromising safety or performance. - Integrated Testing and Design Coordination for Seamless Delivery
Our in-house PDA, PIT, CSL, and TIP testing services are backed by responsive engineers who translate data into actionable decisions on active marine job sites.
Better marine foundation performance starts with the right insight. Contact D.W. Kozera to request a deep foundation evaluation plan that supports value engineering, efficient designs, and reliable results on your next waterfront project.
