John R. Morgan, P.E. Email & Phone Number

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

At Ridge Planning and Engineering we are passionate about excellence in everything we do and this is why our corporate motto is “Principled Land Design Services”. Our reputation is our strongest asset, which is why we are committed to quality. We understand and are sensitive to the critical nature of the work entrusted to us and the financial risk a customer takes. We believe by working together we can ensure the desired outcome. In order to provide superior service, we understand the fundamental fact that a quality product is paramount; that’s why we strive with all the facets of our experience to understand customer needs and deliver a quality design in an expedited manner and within budget.We know the best way for our Company to be successful is for all of us at Ridge Planning and Engineering to be committed to making our customers successful. Often the engineer’s ability to work seamlessly with public and governmental agencies to obtain permits and approvals in a timely fashion can be one key to a project’s success.Ridge Planning and Engineering, Inc. enjoys a successful track record of personal and direct involvement with local, county, and state agencies. This involvement and cooperation ensures that each development will meet the needs and standards of our clients and governing jurisdictions. We look forward to the opportunity to earn your trust and respect and finish with a job well done.

Direct all aspects of Civil Engineering and Planning for land development and infrastructure projects. Duties include Proposal writing, contract execution, planning, zoning, design, report preparation, estimating, permitting, contract administration and project close out. Projects include:• Engineering Design Technologies, Inc., Marietta, Ga. -10/2012 to 05/2013. Responsible for the site design construction documents and specifications for the Fort Bragg Army installation Group Headquarters and Battalion Operations buildings in North Carolina. Coordinated Site design permitting, Architectural, Structural, HVAC and electrical construction documents and specifications.• Daigler Engineering PC, Grand Island, N.Y. - 07/2011 through 02/2012 (6 month contract). Conducted hydrologic, hydraulic and site engineering for C & D landfill projects. Assisted in the development of the CQA/CQC Plan, Contingency Plan, O & M Manual and the final Engineering Report for submittal to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation for permitting.• Komatsu America Corporation, Cartersville, Ga. - 10/2009 to present. Developed Sediment and Erosion Control Plans for multiple locations within the development to bring Komatsu in compliance with NPDES and the City of Cartersville regulations. Continue to perform monthly inspections and plan revisions as needed by site conditions.• Southeastern Engineering, Inc., Marietta, Ga. - 12/2010 through 06/2011 (6 month contract). Developed plans and reports for rezoning, permitting and construction for commercial and residential developments. Performed inspections on the baggage conveyor systems for the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airports new international terminal.• Logical Link, Inc., Bedford, TX. - 06/2011 through 07/2011. Conducted surveys to establish fiber optic telecommunication routes in and around the Atlanta, GA area.

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Directed all aspects of client and team development to achieve company goals for the future success of the company. Maintained quality control of the site and infrastructure engineering product. Managed as many as 12 Engineers, Surveyors and Technicians. Began the Transportation Department to allow for diversification within the company. Stayed intimately involved in the activities associated with the Project Manager/Engineer role described below. Promoted the realization of company vision as it relate to Clients, Employees, Community and Suppliers.Integral part in developing the company vision and strategy for the future. Managed all aspects of land development and infrastructure projects. Managed and led teams comprised of P.E.'s, E.I.T's, Surveyors and technicians from the land planning and zoning phase through construction close out. Developed new and fostered existing client relationships.Prequalified the company for G.D.O.T. and local government transportation projects.Assembled teams and executed proposal submittals for municipal projects.Managed bid openings and contract award of county road project.

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Led design teams in the planning, design, contract document development and permitting of land development and infrastructure projects. Worked directly with clients to ensure project requirements and vision were met. Reduced project costs by aggressively seeking alternative ways to achieve objectives by use of value engineering techniques.Developed and refined land plans for rezoning applications and to allow for better utilization of the land being developed. This allowed clients to realize development cost savings while providing the most functional development possible.Prepared roadway and utility design for numerous residential, commercial and multi-use developments.Conducted hydrological and hydraulic analysis for report preparation required by governmental agencies in the areas of Detention, Flood plain determination, FEMA map revisions, Water quality, Storm drainage systems, Sewerage systems, Potable water supply.Calculated Pumping station requirements for both public and private clients. As part of municipal team, developed numerous pump station and force main contract documents.Developed water distribution and wastewater collection system models to determine adequacy of existing municipal systems and proposed upgrades to these systems to allow for new or future development.Prepared and overseen preparation of construction contract documents for residential, commercial and mixed-use developments ranging in size from one acre to over a thousand acres.Overseen implementation and development of AutoCAD standards for use within the company.

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Assisted in the civil design of residential, commercial and mixed-use Land development and infrastructure projects. These projects include public and private development. Designed and drafted hundreds of miles of roadways to the standards of city, county and state governmentsDesigned and drafted construction plans for commercial and residential projects. Designs included grading plans, roadways, water, sewer and all other associated infrastructure.Performed quantity takeoffs for all types of land development projects using both manual and computerized techniques. Takeoffs included earthwork, materials and personnel.Key team member responsible for the transition from manual drafting to AutoCAD.

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Served as Instrument man, Rodman and Chainman during this time. Reduced field data for use by office personnel. Conducted surveying assignments for all types of land development projects including roadway, right-of-way, utilities and structures. Involved in all surveying activities associated with Land development and infrastructure.Boundary, topographic, lot, as-built surveysConstruction staking for roads, sewer, water, storm drainage, parking lots, buildings.Preparation of boundary plats.

Bachelor Of Science, Civil Engineering Technology

Bachelor Of Science, Architectural Engineering Technology

Associate Of Applied Science, Architectural & Construction Technology