Geotechnical Engineering Contractor

Schnabel is a leading provider of construction services across the country, recognized for its proficiency as a design-build contractor. Our emphasis is on offering advanced geotechnical engineering solutions, including earth retention systems and tailored foundation designs.

Achieving Excellence with Geotechnical Engineering Expertise

Schnabel offers a comprehensive suite of geotechnical engineering solutions. Our wide-ranging services include soil nailing, soldier pile and lagging systems, sheet piling, secant piles, deep soil mixed walls, underpinning, cutoff walls, jet grouting, landslide stabilization, tiebacks, tiedowns, bracing, deep soil mixing, and micropile foundations. Backed by extensive expertise and state-of-the-art equipment, we deliver advanced earth retention solutions that consistently exceed client expectations.

Since 1959, Schnabel has successfully executed over 5,000 projects through our seven regional and branch offices located in Georgia, Illinois, Colorado, Texas, Pennsylvania, California, and Washington D.C. We pioneered the development and implementation of tiebacks and soil nails in the U.S., evolving them from temporary support systems into standard options for permanent applications.

With a blend of strong family values, innovative technology, specialized equipment, vast field experience, and engineering excellence, we deliver cost-efficient geotechnical engineering solutions and superior construction services. Our customized approach addresses each client’s unique requirements while accounting for varying environmental conditions and project complexities.

Excavation Support

Schnabel provides a wide selection of excavation support systems (ESS) tailored to handle the diverse subsurface conditions encountered across the United States.

Jet Grouting

Schnabel, a leading jet grouting contractor in the United States, specializes in creating cement-stabilized soil to control groundwater and ensure reliable foundation support.

Landslide Walls

Widely recognized as a top expert in landslide remediation, Schnabel provides state-of-the-art earth retention systems throughout North America.

Micropiles

Schnabel, a prominent contractor with expertise in foundations and earth retention, specializes in the installation of micropiles in areas with limited access and low-clearance conditions.

Permanent Retaining Walls


Schnabel, a prominent contractor specializing in foundation solutions and earth retention, provides outstanding retaining wall construction services to clients throughout the United States.

Secant piles

Schnabel offers budget-friendly earth retention solutions tailored for demanding drilling conditions, specializing in the construction and implementation of secant pile walls.

Shotcrete

Schnabel, a leading shotcrete contractor across the nation, is highly regarded for providing outstanding earth retention systems and reliable specialty foundation solutions.

Soil Mixing

Schnabel is recognized as a leading soil mix contractor nationwide, specializing in high-quality earth retention systems and reliable specialty foundation solutions.

Soil Nailing


Schnabel, a leading soil nailing contractor in the nation, specializes in providing outstanding earth retention systems, even under the toughest conditions globally.

Tiebacks


Schnabel, a premier earth retention contractor, excels in providing superior tieback construction services, offering reliable lateral support for both temporary and permanent retaining wall structures.

Underpinning


Schnabel is recognized as a leading underpinning construction contractor in the United States, specializing in hand-excavated piers, bracket piles, micropiles, and advanced systems engineered to provide secure structural support.