T2 Utility Engineers Expands California Geospatial Surveying Capabilities with addition of GUIDA
T2 Utility Engineers (T2ue), a Kiwa company, is pleased to announce that GUIDA, a California-based land surveying, mapping and geospatial services firm with more than three decades of experience supporting public and private clients, infrastructure projects and utility projects throughout the state of California, has joined Kiwa as part of T2 Utility Engineers.
This expands T2 Utility Engineers’ land surveying and geospatial footprint in the West by adding six strategically located California offices. Clients will benefit from the combination of T2ue's expertise in Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE), utility coordination, surveying and geospatial services with GUIDA’s complementary capabilities in land surveying, geospatial services, photogrammetry, right-of-way and UAS services.
Founded in 1995, GUIDA has built a strong reputation as a leading provider of land surveying and geospatial solutions for municipal, transportation, utility, energy, and public and private sector clients throughout California. With approximately 90 employees, including 16 licensed land surveying professionals, GUIDA combines deep local expertise, advanced technical capabilities, and more than 30 years of experience supporting some of California’s most important and complex infrastructure projects.
"This partnership reflects our commitment to expanding the technical expertise and geographic reach available to our clients," said Craig Snyder, President, T2 Utility Engineers US. "Together, T2ue and GUIDA provide complementary capabilities to better manage risk and improve project outcomes. We look forward to our future together."
“This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for GUIDA. By joining T2 Utility Engineers and Kiwa, we are combining more than 30 years of local expertise and trusted client relationships with expanded resources, technology, and national reach. Together, we will deliver broader capabilities while maintaining the responsiveness and high level of service our clients expect. We are proud of the legacy our team has built and excited to create new opportunities for our employees, clients, and continued growth across California and the western United States,” says Ralph W. Guida, IV, President, GUIDA.
About T2 Utility Engineers: T2 Utility Engineers specializes in utility damage prevention and utility risk management as a leading provider of Subsurface Utility Engineering, utility locating, geospatial, and utility coordination services. This expertise helps clients reduce uncertainty and improve project outcomes nationwide. T2 Utility Engineers is part of Kiwa, a global leader in Testing, Inspection, Certification, and Consulting. T2ue.com.
About GUIDA: GUIDA is a leading California-based land surveying, mapping, and geospatial services firm with more than three decades of experience supporting complex public and private projects throughout California and the western United States. Recognized by Engineering News-Record (ENR) West as the #4-ranked firm in Surveying and Mapping, GUIDA has built a reputation for technical excellence, innovation, responsiveness, and exceptional client service.
GUIDA is a trusted partner to transportation agencies, municipalities, utilities, engineering firms, and private-sector clients, providing land surveying, LiDAR, subsurface utility engineering and utility locating, photogrammetry, right-of-way engineering and mapping, GIS, and UAS solutions. guidainc.com.
About Kiwa: Kiwa is a global leader in Testing, Inspection, Certification, and Consulting services, helping organizations manage risk, ensure quality, and meet regulatory requirements. Founded in 1948, Kiwa operates in more than 35 countries with over 12,000 professionals, providing trusted expertise that supports safety, performance, and sustainable growth. The Kiwa headquarters are in Rijswijk, the Netherlands. Kiwa is a member of the global SHV family of companies. www.kiwa.com