Around the country, many communities don’t have the resources needed to address pressing infrastructure challenges that impact their day to day lives. Even when grant funding is available, many struggle to obtain it without engineering experts in their corner to guide them.
That’s where Community Engineering Corps comes in.
Who We Work With
“Community” broadly encompasses many people, groups, and organizations contributing to a community’s well-being. This could include municipalities, utility companies, nonprofits, or well-organized groups making change. We welcome applications from any underserved or overburdened community looking for engineering assistance.
How We Help
A community or organization identifies a need for engineering and/or technical consulting services but is unable to obtain traditional for-hire consulting services. These services are often the critical component to meeting regulations, applying for funding, or other obstacles to implementation.
Community Engineering Corps volunteers provide pro-bono engineering services that may include:
Advisory
Provide engineering expert advice and feedback on how to improve, repair and manage infrastructure systems in place.
Preliminary Engineering Report
Develop a Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) that outlines alternative solutions and costs for infrastructure improvements.
Pre-design
Develop conceptual/preliminary engineering designs (appx 30% designs depending on the size of the project) to be utilized for funding opportunities.
Analysis & Assessment
Review of existing infrastructure conditions or existing designs that could benefit from additional expertise, including feasibility studies.
Cost Estimate
Provide an engineering and/or construction cost estimate for infrastructure improvements.
Training & Knowledge Transfer
Provide training and documents to increase engineering, operation, and maintenance knowledge.
Types of Projects
Have a project you need help with?
Our volunteer project teams are passionate about helping underserved communities with engineering challenges. Get started by submitting your community application.
Agriculture
Agriculture projects improve farming and production capabilities for communities. Projects include rainwater harvesting, irrigation, runoff control, and hydroculture.
Civil Works
Civil works projects improve basic public infrastructure for communities. Projects can include roads, trails, drainage, stormwater management, and erosion control.
Energy
Energy projects provide consistent, sustainable energy for communities. Projects include solar, alternative energy sources, and energy audits.
Structures
Structures projects are centered around bridges and buildings. Technical services CECoprs can provide include structural assessment, accessibility access, and permitting support.
Water
Water supply projects provide or improve the source, storage, distribution, and treatment of water for communities.
Wastewater
Wastewater projects provide sustainable waste solutions for communities. Projects include capacity building, addressing compliance, gray and black water systems, and more.
Clare Haas Cleveau, PE
Job Position: Program Director
Clare leads the CECorps Program and looks to strategically grow and expand its impact through successful partnering and engaged volunteers.
Natalie Celmo, PE
Job Position: Program Engineer
Clare leads the CECorps Program and looks to strategically grow and expand its impact through successful partnering and engaged volunteers.
Molly Sullivan, PE
Job Position: Program Engineer
Clare leads the CECorps Program and looks to strategically grow and expand its impact through successful partnering and engaged volunteers.
Scott Underhill, Engineer Specialist
Job Position: Program Engineer
Clare leads the CECorps Program and looks to strategically grow and expand its impact through successful partnering and engaged volunteers.
Clare Haas Cleveau, PE
Job Position: Program Director
Clare leads the CECorps Program and looks to strategically grow and expand its impact through successful partnering and engaged volunteers.
Natalie Celmo, PE
Job Position: Program Engineer
Clare leads the CECorps Program and looks to strategically grow and expand its impact through successful partnering and engaged volunteers.
Molly Sullivan, PE
Job Position: Program Manager
Clare leads the CECorps Program and looks to strategically grow and expand its impact through successful partnering and engaged volunteers.
Scott Underhill, Engineer Specialist
Job Position: Program Coordinator
Clare leads the CECorps Program and looks to strategically grow and expand its impact through successful partnering and engaged volunteers.
Maria Paula Acero Vasquez
Job Position: Program Coordinator
Heather Mullen
Job Position: Program Engineer
SUPPORT THE WORK OF CECORPS
By donating to Community Engineering Corps you are supporting our volunteers who are providing pro-bono engineering and technical solutions to communities throughout the United States. Donate now and know your donation could change the lives of people across the US... and maybe even in your own backyard!