Practical, buildable solutions for safe and efficient below-grade construction
D.W. Kozera, Inc. provides design services for temporary and permanent excavation support systems that balance safety, constructability, and cost. Our geotechnical engineers work directly with contractors, structural engineers, and design-build teams to develop systems that fit the site conditions, construction phasing, and project goals, helping teams complete below-grade work safely and efficiently.
Whether your project requires support for a deep foundation, utility corridor, or multi-story basement, we design excavation support systems that are both technically sound and contractor-friendly. With expertise in a wide range of shoring and retention methods, from traditional cantilevered sheeting to complex braced, anchored, or tied-back systems, we tailor each design to the excavation depth, adjacent structures, and soil/groundwater conditions.
Services Offered
- Excavation Support Design for Basements, Utility Trenches, and Deep Foundations
- Soldier Pile and Lagging Systems
- Steel Sheet Pile and Cantilever Wall Systems
- Braced, Raker, and Tieback Shoring Designs
- Temporary Support of Adjacent Structures
- Slope Stability and Global Stability Analysis
- Construction Sequencing and Dewatering Considerations
- Coordination with Field Instrumentation and Monitoring
Why Work with D.W. Kozera?
- Buildable Designs Grounded in Field Experience
Our support systems are engineered with real-world constraints in mind, making them easier to install, phase, and adapt on active construction sites. - Geotechnical Expertise Backed by Regional Soil Knowledge
With decades of experience across the Mid-Atlantic, our team delivers excavation designs that account for local soil behavior, groundwater, and adjacent structures. - Close Coordination from Preconstruction Through Removal
Whether part of a design-build team or supporting a GC directly, we stay engaged through all phases of your project, aligning designs with your construction plan, schedule, and safety needs.
With a deep foundation in geotechnical engineering and a hands-on understanding of construction logistics, D.W. Kozera delivers excavation support designs that help your project dig deeper safely and effectively. Contact us today to discuss support system options or request a design proposal.