Columbia West is a locally owned and operated geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, special inspections, and construction materials testing firm. The company was founded with a commitment to provide the highest quality professional and client services in an timely and cost-effective manner. Columbia West believes that in today’s fast-paced world, effective and timely communication is the key to providing an excellent work product and superior client service. The reputation and best interests of our clients are always our highest priority. Our clients include regional manufacturers, process operation facilities, public agencies, public utilities, construction service providers, nationwide railroad corporations, local residential, industrial, and commercial property developers, and contractors.Columbia West is a private firm based in Vancouver, Washington. We are a full service provider of geotechnical engineering and design services as well as a nationally accredited construction materials testing and inspection laboratory. Our multi-disciplined capabilities reduce project cost through enhanced coordination and efficient communication from the initial feasibility stage through to completed construction. We are active members of local and national organizations such as the Building Industry Association of Clark County, the American Society of Civil Engineers, ASFE, the Association of Geoprofessional Business Firms, and more.