R&M’s roots run deep in Alaska’s ground. Our Earth Sciences Department unites experts in geology, geotechnical engineering, hydrology, contaminated sites, NEPA, permitting and geoscience to provide the foundation for safe, sustainable infrastructure across Alaska. Learn how their work connects land, water and community in every project we deliver.
Across Anchorage, local initiatives are creating spaces that inspire, connect, and strengthen communities. From the Gamers/RBI Alaska Indoor Baseball Facility to a memorial bench honoring Sladen Mohl, these projects reflect the power of sport to build confidence, connection, and lasting impact.
Trevor Copple recently joined R&M as an Environmental Geologist in the firm’s Geosciences Group. In this role, Trevor supports environmental and geotechnical investigations, providing services in site characterization, chemical sampling, subsurface investigations, material site assessments, geologic mapping and data analysis. “Trevor is integral to expanding our Contaminated Sites service line through his unique client experience […]
The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) selected a pipe pile-based column-supported embankment alternative as the most viable solution to mitigate long-term settlement issues at the west end of Runway (RW) 10-28 at Nome Airport. The first structure of its kind installed beneath an airport runway in Alaska, this innovative design solution provides long-term stabilization for the runway surface.
How did steel piles make their way into an airport runway design? Typically used as a deep foundation for bridges, docks and other facilities, steel pipe piles were selected to form a column-supported embankment underlying portions of the main runway serving Nome. The first structure of its kind installed beneath an airport runway in Alaska, this innovative design solution provides long-term stabilization for the runway surface.
Amy recently joined R&M as an Environmental Geologist in the firm’s Earth Sciences Department, resulting in the opening of a new office in Juneau. This expansion allows R&M to better serve their Southeast Alaska clients and provides new opportunities for growth.
“Earning a CPG is an important stepping stone in my professional journey as it shows commitment and leadership skills,” said Vanessa.
“We are thrilled to have Travis on our team. He brings with him a wide range of experience with geotechnical engineering and geology in Alaska. Travis’ past experience working on projects for the Alaska Railroad allowed him to jump right in and support our current projects with the ARRC.”
R&M provided geotechnical services to assess the landslide area and develop mitigation measures for future landslides to ensure the Haines community is aware of and prepared for future landslides, minimizing property damage and risk to residents.
Vanessa is a talented environmental scientist with six years of experience. She will support contaminated site and geotechnical investigation work,
As a Geologist, Alex will be responsible for subsurface investigation and site characterizations, materials site assessments, geologic mapping, engineering geology, aerial photo interpretation and geotechnical/environmental site investigations.
The Water Street Trestle #2 Reconstruction in Ketchikan was a technically challenging project perched on a steep cliff in a historical district and a dense, actively-used and space-constrained residential area.
