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Fuss & O’Neill acquires Bayside Engineering

Boston, MA Civil and environmental engineering firm Fuss & O’Neill has completed the acquisition of Bayside Engineering. This strategic investment establishes a fourth Massachusetts office for the firm and increases Fuss & O’Neill’s service offerings in the metro-Boston area. 

Bayside Engineering was established more than 50 years ago and has an established presence in the traffic, transportation, survey, construction, and bridge engineering markets. The firm is well regarded for their knowledge and experience advancing projects through the regulatory process, which translates to project savings. The Woburn office will continue to provide its clients with exceptional, personalized service, while now being able to offer the full suite of Fuss & O’Neill’s multidisciplinary services. 

Bayside Engineering’s former president, Norman Brown, PE, PLS notes that the opportunity to join Fuss & O’Neill was the right decision for the company. 

“Over the years, numerous firms have approached us about acquiring Bayside, but none matched the shared qualities we sought until Fuss & O’Neill. They treat employees and clients like family, provide professional engineering services throughout New England, and operate in the same industry, ensuring a seamless transition. This strategic move promises enhanced growth opportunities for our employees and secures our legacy in the industry,” said Brown. 

The acquisition is effective immediately.

Kevin Grigg, PE, Fuss & O’Neill’s CEO believes this acquisition will help the firm grow in a strategic geography. “Fuss & O’Neill has an established transportation and traffic presence in New England and in Massachusetts in particular. Gaining the experience and expertise of this long-established and well-respected firm will help us reach more clients in the Eastern Mass and Southern New Hampshire areas. We look forward to these new partnerships and helping additional communities strengthen their infrastructure,” said Grigg. 

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