Construction Engineering and Inspection
Raba Kistner has provided successful construction project administration and coordination for clients throughout the Southwestern United States and beyond since 1968.
Feasibility and risk assessment
Feasibility and risk assessment form the foundation for successful project planning and investment decisions. Before committing resources, owners and developers need a clear understanding of technical constraints, regulatory requirements, financial implications, and environmental or operational risks. Kiwa provides independent feasibility analysis and risk evaluation to help organizations make well-informed, data-driven decisions at the earliest stages of a project.
Our services include
Building Envelope Consulting
The building envelope is often the most expensive part of a construction project, so having trustworthy information is critical for managing risk.
Subsurface Utility Engineering
Professional investigation and analysis of below and above-ground utilities, using engineering standards, provides the reliable information project owners and designers need to manage the impact of existing utilities on projects to avoid costly problems d...
Surveying
Surveying - T2 Utility Engineers (T2ue) provides specialized geospatial surveying and mapping services, applying professional judgment to provide reliable and detailed site-specific surveys of above and below-ground features. State-of-the art equipment, c...
Utility Coordination
Utility impacts and relocations present significant risks to infrastructure project delays. T2 Utility Engineers Utility Coordination professionals develop a managed approach to identify and guide the complex utility conflict resolution process, working c...
What We Do
Kiwa evaluates the viability, constraints, and strategic considerations involved in developing or modifying infrastructure, industrial facilities, utilities, and energy systems. Our teams assess technical feasibility, site conditions, regulatory pathways, operational impacts, and long-term risk exposure.
We integrate engineering insight, environmental understanding, geotechnical data, and operational expertise to identify project risks early, confirm assumptions, and provide actionable recommendations. Kiwa’s analyses support decision-making related to alignment alternatives, site suitability, environmental considerations, constructability, service continuity, and lifecycle performance expectations.
Why This Matters
Major infrastructure and industrial investments carry significant financial, regulatory, and operational risk. Unexpected conditions, misaligned assumptions, or overlooked constraints can lead to cost overruns, schedule delays, unsafe designs, and long-term performance issues. A well-structured feasibility and risk assessment helps organizations:
- Avoid avoidable obstacles early in planning
- Confirm that a project’s objectives are achievable
- Understand cost, schedule, and regulatory implications
- Identify key risks before they affect execution
- Evaluate alternative approaches backed by data
Independent evaluation provides confidence to owners, regulators, and stakeholders.
How Kiwa Delivers Value
Kiwa delivers value through its multidisciplinary engineering and consulting expertise. Our teams combine geotechnical specialists, environmental scientists, asset integrity experts, and construction consultants to produce comprehensive feasibility and risk assessments grounded in real-world conditions.
Kiwa’s independence ensures the evaluation is unbiased, focused solely on delivering the most accurate understanding of project challenges and opportunities. Our findings are clearly documented and structured to guide project teams in selecting the most viable paths forward, mitigating risks early, and developing strategies that support reliable and cost-effective project delivery.
Who We Serve
Transportation and infrastructure owners
Energy and utility operators
Industrial and manufacturing facilities
Public-sector agencies
Developers and program managers
Engineering and design firms seeking independent review
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FAQs
What is included in a feasibility assessment?
A feasibility assessment typically examines technical constraints, regulatory pathways, environmental considerations, site conditions, constructability, cost implications, and long-term operational needs.
When should a risk assessment be performed?
It is most effective early in planning—before designs advance—to identify constraints and risks that may affect cost, schedule, or performance.
Does Kiwa provide independent third-party review?
Yes. Kiwa frequently serves as an independent evaluator to validate assumptions and identify risks not captured in design-phase analyses.