Engineering in mountain terrain involves steep slopes, unpredictable soils, harsh weather, and small-town governance, all of which make development uniquely complex. Over the past 40 years, Galloway has grown from its Colorado roots, expanding into Utah in 2013. Today, the firm operates nationwide, with seven of its 16 offices located across the two states and…
Read MoreIn today’s development environment, project success depends on more than strong design. Regulatory pathways are increasingly complex, approval timelines are less predictable, public engagement carries greater weight, and much of the “easy” land has already been developed. Entitlements, agency coordination, and public approvals are critical milestones that can cause projects to stall because of underestimated…
Read MoreSuccessful development projects and property transactions begin with a clear understanding of the land beneath it. Before a single line is drawn or foundation poured, accurate survey data provides the insight and confidence needed to guide design, schedule, and budget decisions. In engineering, architecture, and development, the quality of the survey can determine the difference…
Read MoreGalloway’s interior design team entered the hospitality renovation market in 2022 and has since built a portfolio of refresh projects nationwide. What began with a few individual locations has grown into ongoing partnerships with national ownership groups spanning multiple brands. These renovation projects, which are often required every seven and fourteen years, help hotels update…
Read MoreAcross cities and suburbs, vacant office buildings with half-empty parking lots have become a defining trend. Remote and hybrid work, accelerated by COVID-19 in 2020, created a structural market shift, pushing the national office vacancy rate to a new record high of 20.6% in the second quarter of 2025, according to The Business Journals. For…
Read MoreWe’ve all been there: sitting in the drive-thru line counting cars and wondering if it would have been faster to order through an app or walk in and order from the counter. As consumer habits evolve—with mobile orders, curbside pickup, and third-party delivery becoming the norm—businesses are facing new pressures on their infrastructure. Without thoughtful…
Read MoreGalloway knows that a thriving business depends on more than just today’s leaders—it requires a strong bench of future leaders as well. In a panel discussion at the annual conference for Mile High Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), Galloway President Dave Guetig, PE, highlighted how commitment to developing leaders is key to sustainable growth….
Read MoreTraffic microsimulation is a powerful tool for evaluating transportation networks and systems. Transportation engineers often rely on mathematical models to forecast network performance with parameters typically set by local code or policy. Microsimulations offer a more specialized approach by modeling each individual vehicle and its interactions with entities in a traffic network such as intersections, traffic…
Read MoreWith the cost to build in California being significantly more expensive than the national average, developers may be hesitant to break ground in the Golden State. However, Galloway’s comprehensive understanding and experience with California’s building codes, policies, and costs make developing a project in California less daunting. “In general, the costs are higher to build…
Read MoreUpdated September 2021 As wildfires wreak havoc across the western states of Oregon, California, and Colorado this summer, residents are hoping for rain to help limit the immediate threat of fire damage. Unfortunately, additional damages from wildfires can continue long after the flames stop burning. In addition to burning of structures and property including trails,…
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