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Civil Engineering

Early engineering pioneer James Kip Fitch is known for saying "The  engineer always has been, and is, a maker of history". Throughout  Alpha's decades of practice, the engineers have done just that, been  a part of making history.  The influence of our engineers can be seen in  each of our projects, no matter the size and scope.

Alpha’s civil engineering team, led by Alpha’s President Rick  Colebank, and Senior Civil Engineer Chuck Branch, are highly qualified individuals who put their knowledge of math and science into action daily. Their experience and a grasp of  their profession afford Alpha’s engineers, both civil and structural,  the opportunity to produce a wide variety of projects. 

Civil  engineering is very much like putting a puzzle together. The pieces must fit for the picture to be complete. Alpha’s architects and civil  engineers work closely, making history every day.  


The civil engineers, with support from Alpha’s surveyors and  landscape designers, truly create a sense of place and a proper  environment for the built environment.   


20 Questions to Ask an Engineer

What type of engineering do you provide?


Is the engineer familiar with the local building codes?


Does your firm have the capacity to complete my project?


How is my project designed and do I get to interact with the engineer?

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SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEERS

Richard Colebank, PE, PS

Mr. Colebank is President and Chief Operating Officer of Alpha. He has been with Alpha Associates, Incorporated since 1985. He began his career with Alpha as a staff engineer and progressed through the ranks from Project Manager to his current position. Mr. Colebank has worked with diverse clients such as WVU, City of Morgantown, WVDOH, WVU Foundation, and the Morgantown Municipal Airport, as well as numerous other public and private clients. Since 1988, Mr. Colebank has been the Principal-In-Charge of many of the Civil Engineering projects developed at Alpha. In his current capacity, Mr. Colebank provides financial and administrative guidance for the day to day operations of the company while continuing to manage projects. Mr. Colebank’s office is located in the corporate office in Morgantown, WV. 

Chuck Branch, PE

As Chief Engineer for site development and planning projects, Mr. Branch is a vital part of the design process at Alpha. His involvement spans from strictly civil engineering projects, to the design of large scale educational projects and medical facilities. Mr. Branch acts as peer review for young engineers in the firm on issues ranging from storm water management to site design. Mr. Branch is also involved in commercial and residential development design, roadway and bridge design and utilities layout. 

Academic

Commercial

Commercial

Alpha designs beautiful, sustainable and energy-efficient schools that reflect the particular community’s values.  We deliver facilities that attract and engage students, instructors, and personnel and translate capital investments into long-term assets. 

Higher Education | K-12

Commercial

Commercial

Commercial

With every office or commercial building, Alpha promotes the  transparency that customers have come to expect from businesses while reinforcing brand values and service.  We help workplaces and retail spaces strike a balance between the collective and the individual; group interaction and undisturbed thinking. By harnessing natural daylight and sustainable building systems, we produce spaces that energize occupants to be their best selves. 

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Healthcare

Commercial

Healthcare

 Healthcare buildings have to perform when you need them most — every feature is calibrated to help patients feel comfortable, help staff move  efficiently, and help practitioners function at the highest levels.  Our healthcare designs include incredible attention to detail, from  easy-to-navigate corridors and wayfinding to functional, portable  equipment. 

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Government

Historic Preservation

Healthcare

Over the years, Alpha has renovated and  designed  multiple attractive and sustainable civic structures that help make government more efficient and helpful.  We believe that spaces that work for both the public and the employees  who spend time in them every day contribute to better government. 

Federal | State | Municpal

Historic Preservation

Historic Preservation

Historic Preservation

Alpha has participated in multiple renovations of Historic properties.  We are assured that an accurate historical record and its significance as it pertains to the existing structure, and modifications can be thoroughly documented, should various funding grants require an in depth historical narrative.  

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Sports and Recreation

Historic Preservation

Historic Preservation

Over the years, Alpha has designed recreational and sports facilities for  state and municipal communities, and education campuses.  We combine the skills of landscape architecture, civil engineering,  and interior design,  to create  facilities that fit communities, athletes and fans to come. 

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