Civil Engineering is an integral first part of any type of land development.  A client should always consult with a Planner and Engineer regarding initial site design in order to review any site constraints which will help to determine the allowable buildable footprint.  Land Development should be a process that entails all variables.  IN order to properly develop a site the client should be aware of any issues that affect the development of the project.  The site constraints can vary from the physical, i.e. wetlands, steep slope, etc., to the non-physical, zoning, endangered species, right of way issues and others.  Atlantic Consulting Engineers, LLC, (ACE) has both planning and civil engineering capabilities to work with clients from inception to Planning and Engineering a site that can be constructed.  ACE has experience in working with the client and the architect at the onset in order to review conditions that will influence the overall design of a site.  Once this has been completed, ACE has the staff and capabilities to handle site plans from the initial feasibility planning process to Board Approval through to construction.  Site Design includes coordination with other disciplines, the client and preparing a set of detailed drawings that are accurate and can be built successfully.  Site design also includes layout, design, stormwater management, permitting, geotechnical investigation, environmental studies, grading, utility coordination and details in order to prepare a complete buildable set of construction plans.  In many instances ACE is authorized to take it a step further and complete a set of bid plans and specifications for the client to utilize to bid the subject project.  At this juncture ACE can aide in the proper development of the site with Shop Drawing review and onsite construction management.