We design from the bed up. Every project balances engineering necessity with ecological opportunity. Our mission is to deliver process‑based designs that work with natural systems, not against them, while meeting client objectives in a clear, efficient, and realistic way. Our work is grounded in the fundamental principles that govern how rivers behave. By integrating these physics into our workflow, we provide solutions that perform across a range of flows and over time, not just for a single event.

Although the firm is new, its leadership is not. With direct working relationships with local contractors and strong regional roots, ZEE can mobilize quickly, coordinate efficiently, and deliver projects that meet both the client’s immediate needs and long‑term watershed planning goals.

ZEE understands that every project operates within real‑world constraints—funding, time, and constructability. Our approach balances long‑term resilience with the immediate need for function and delivery. While our philosophy is process‑based, our execution is pragmatic: upon award, we will deliver efficiently, correctly, and in full compliance. We meet clients where they are and help them move forward with solutions that make sense for both the watershed and the bottom line.