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SINCE 1983.
What is land surveying? What does a land surveyor do? Westlake’s new video, filmed at the annual 2016 PLSO conference in Eugene, OR, provides insight into the land surveying profession. It features a range of professionals who talk about the different ways you can specialize in surveying, the perks, job outlook, and being a woman in the profession. Continue Reading
Westlake Consultant’s scanning department recently visited Emerick Architects, located in downtown Portland, for a Lunch & Learn to present the use and benefits of 3D laser scanning. During the presentation, Westlake’s Bob Blair described our involvement in the Lloyd Center renovation work. He mentioned it took our scan department about 3 days to scan the entire mall and about 2 weeks to model… Continue Reading
Westlake has been on the forefront of integrating the use of 3D laser scanning in the A/E/C industry throughout the NW. We have been offering scanning services for over a dozen years with a continually growing knowledge of the latest technologies and practices. In a Research and Markets report published in October 2015, it was… Continue Reading
Gary is an eager advocate for PLSO and the profession of land surveying. The 2016 PLSO Brush Cutter Award (given to an individual who keeps pursuing a goal no matter what ‘brush’ gets in the way) is appropriate recognition for Gary’s dedication. He has served on the PLSO Board as State Membership Chair and Board Chairman, and… Continue Reading
On Wednesday afternoon, Westlake’s engineering team gathered in the conference room for a lunch presentation by Carrie Stephens of McWane Ductile. They discussed advancements as well as the benefits of ductile iron pipe technologies. These lunch meetings, all on different topics, contribute to Westlake’s continuing efforts to stay up to date on the latest technologies and practices. Continue Reading
Congratulations to Steven Howell for earning his Professional Land Surveyor’s license (PLS)! Steven joined Westlake in 2014 and has become an asset to our surveying team, contributing his expertise to many successful projects. Continue Reading
When was the last time you were out walking in downtown Portland and noticed an old building? Did you wonder when it was built or what it was like to live or work in at that time? With the Internet in our pockets we can usually find most of our answers, but what about a… Continue Reading
Westlake Consultants once again ranked in Portland Business Journal’s list of Top Women-Owned Businesses, tying for number 16 on the list. Westlake is certified as a federal woman-owned business by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council. Westlake is thrilled to be included on this list again! Continue Reading
Congratulations to Ryan Crowther! He has earned his Professional Engineering license (PE), and has been promoted to Project Engineer. Ryan joined Westlake in 2013, and has become an integral part of our civil design team. He is currently involved with Westlake’s active wind energy projects in California, Oklahoma, Texas, and Wisconsin. Continue Reading
With over 33,000 miles of coastline, it’s no wonder that the State of Alaska relies on marine transportation. Many of Alaska’s cities, towns, and small villages are inaccessible via the mainland. They simply are not connected by the road access that we take for granted here in the Lower 48. The Alaskan Marine Highway System… Continue Reading
I consider Westlake personnel to have a high level of integrity as well as being accurate, conscientious and principled in their work. In my opinion, Westlake is a very accomplished and competent surveying firm, and I have no hesitation in recommending them for public agency surveying services.”