About

GBA has seen exponential growth since George Butler first launched his consulting engineering firm in 1969 with its focus on site development and civil engineering. In the years since, we have continued to strengthen these foundational offerings. In addition, we have also grown through acquisitions and strategic in-house expansions, positioning us to better serve our clients. Today, GBA has 15 office locations nationwide.

Served areas

Engineering
We work with a variety of markets that include transportation, water, life sciences, municipal, industrial, mission critical, and site development. We are a full-service engineering firm that works tirelessly and efficiently with our clients to provide quality infrastructure and architecture.

Business details

Year established: 1969
Employees: 500
Licensed
Insured

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Engineering Report

Engineering was one of the foundational services of GBA since our founding in Kansas City in 1969. Engineering offerings include Construction Engineering and Inspection, Electrical, Mechanical, Process, and Structural Engineering.

Architecture Report

GBA professionals have over 50 years of experience working closely with owners and end-users across thousands of projects. Our experience as a knowledgeable architecture firm ensures projects are completed on time and within budget.

Surveying Report

Moving your project from design into development depends upon the timely delivery of accurate data. Our team of professionals pairs advanced surveying technology solutions with prompt, attentive service to deliver the data upon which our public and private clients rely.

Fire Protection and Life Safety Report

We develop integrated, maintainable solutions by working closely with full project teams: designers, code officials, HPR insurers, contractors and end-users. GBA’s fire protection engineering and life safety services span across many markets with a focus on industrial, life sciences and mission critical.

Jim Jarrett Pe

President

Jim is currently President of GBA and serves on the GBA Companies, Inc. and GBA Board of Directors. He prides himself on being a visionary team builder ultimately driving his passion for GBA’s success. During his tenure at GBA, he has collaborated on projects across many markets including new buildings, prisons, roller coasters, asset management, bridges and transportation projects for GBA clients. Jim’s company leadership history has been in public and private infrastructure. Jim earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Kansas State University and Master of Science in Engineering Management from the University of Kansas. As President, he is a “responsibility-centered” leader meeting GBA’s core values and helps the organization continue to find success. Jim’s role includes partnering with all GBA’s affiliate companies to provide our clients with the solutions they need. In 2021, Jim led the company to complete three acquisitions and open two new regional offices

Karen Rust

Oct 04, 2020

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Great company, team is knowledgeable and works well with guidelines. Answers email, texts and phone calls quickly. Work is stellar.

Baumbardier

Jan 30, 2018

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Great place to work, love the people. Very well managed and experienced for engineering projects.

George Butler Associates (GBA)