Company Market Research Report: Freese and Nichols

Company Overview

• Name: Freese and Nichols, Inc.

• Mission: To plan, design, and manage infrastructure projects with client service and continuous improvement in mind.

• Founded: 1894 by John B. Hawley

• Key People:

• Brian Coltharp, PE (President and CEO)

• Jeff Payne, PE (Chief Operating Officer)

• Gwen Perez, CPA (Chief Financial Officer)

• Thomas Haster, PE (Chief Business Development Officer for Water)

• Alan Greer, PE (Chief Business Development Officer for Infrastructure)

• Headquarters: 801 Cherry St., Suite 2800, Fort Worth, Texas 76102

• Number of Employees: 1,200 skilled professionals

• Revenue: No information is available

• Recognition: First engineering/architecture firm to earn the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award.

• Notable Contributions: Known for serving as trusted advisors in infrastructure planning and design with a strong commitment to client-focused support.

Products and Services

Overview:
Freese and Nichols is a full-service consulting firm providing hundreds of specialty services with a holistic view of client challenges.

Key Products and Features:

1. Water Resources

• Advanced flood hazard maps and flood risk data for improving regional resilience and preparation.

• Services include unique modeling approaches and data management for watershed studies.

2. Urban Planning + Design

• Rejuvenation of public spaces like Rodney Cook Sr. Park with innovative stormwater management and community revitalization through design.

• Specializes in comprehensive plans that incorporate sustainable features and boost community health.

3. Water/Wastewater Engineering

• Projects like the Sabine River Pump Station offer reliable water sources during droughts, incorporating smart SCADA systems for efficient water management.

4. Environmental Science

• Management of environmental impacts through wildlife protection plans and compliance with environmental regulations.

5. Transportation

• Initiatives such as the transformation of Oklahoma’s I-35 Corridor to a high-performance transportation route.

6. Infrastructure Management and Consulting Services

• Services include program management, project funding, strategic analysis, and execution support.

Recent Developments

Recent Projects and Initiatives:

• Texas Flood Planning: Involvement in 15 regional flood plans for enhanced flood modeling.

• Launch of Innovative Approaches: Enhanced methodologies for data management and model consistency as seen in the MAAPnext flood risk maps project.

• Expansion: New office openings in Raleigh, NC, and Oklahoma City, OK, signifying national growth.

• Awards: Second Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award for Business Excellence.

• Community Projects: Revitalizing Downtown Brownwood and stormwater innovation in Cook Park.

New Partnerships:

• Collaborations:

• Partnership with Texas General Land Office on coastal sediment transport studies.

• Coordination with Oklahoma Department of Transportation for highway projects.

Advancements:

• Product Enhancements:

• Deployment of advanced SCADA systems for automated pump operations in water management projects.

• Development of GIS tools and automation scripts for data efficiency in flood modeling.

This extensive track record of service excellence and innovation illustrates Freese and Nichols' enduring capability to deliver superior client value through engineered solutions that continue to anticipate and adapt to the evolving needs of communities.