The construction punch list is a document created toward the end of a construction project that outlines the remaining tasks and corrections that must be completed before the project can officially be considered finished. While construction may appear complete at...

Abilene, Texas is at a turning point.What was once a steady, moderately growing West Texas community is now experiencing a surge of economic activity unlike anything in its recent history. From major federal investments at Dyess Air Force Base to one of the largest...

In construction materials testing, success depends on more than just running tests, it depends on understanding what those tests mean and when they matter most. One of the most important distinctions in the industry is between field testing and laboratory...

Land surveying has always played a foundational role in the growth of West Texas. From early boundary lines that defined ranchland to modern infrastructure projects that support growing communities, surveying has shaped how the region develops. One firm that has been...

How JACOB | MARTIN and TWDB can Assist Public Water Systems At JACOB | MARTIN, our Municipal Team is honored to partner with public water systems (PWSs) of all sizes across Texas, providing regulatory support, system assessments, feasibility studies, and supply/demand...

Small cities have big-city problems: aging utilities, rapid growth, limited staff, and tight budgets. GIS is becoming the tool that helps them keep up. Over the past decade, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) has gone from a specialty tool used by large metropolitan...

How JACOB | MARTIN Engineers Help Developers Navigate Schedule B and Encumbrances When developers evaluate a potential project site, they often focus on zoning, utilities, grading, drainage, and access. But one document can shape a project more than any engineering...

Recently, our environmental department observed test hole drilling conducted for a potential public water supply well. This process provided an excellent opportunity to highlight the role of air rotary drilling in locating and evaluating groundwater resources, a...

It is the role of an architect to not only design a school building, but a space that fosters learning for children of all ages. The modern classroom has shifted from four walls, a desk, and a whiteboard to a flexible space that is adaptable to different teaching...

How JACOB | MARTIN’S LTE RTK Workflow Boosts Reliability (with UHF Radio as Backup) At JACOB | MARTIN, accuracy and reliability are at the heart of every project we deliver — from subdivisions in Lubbock, to infrastructure improvements in Abilene, to land development...