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Todd Needham

Todd Needham, PE

Vice President of Design

BS in Civil Engineering

| University of Wisconsin – Platteville, 1998

Year Started: 2007

tneedham@rhbatterman.com

Todd Needham is a firm owner and leads the design team, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and cost-effective engineering solutions that meet project schedules and budgets. With more than 28 years of civil engineering experience, Todd offers a unique perspective shaped by his dual background as a site/civil contractor for 10 years and a consulting engineer for 18 years. This combination of hands-on construction knowledge and design expertise enables him to approach projects with a comprehensive, analytical mindset.

A proactive problem-solver and skilled communicator, Todd works closely with staff, clients, and stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes. His portfolio includes the design and construction of large-scale transportation systems, municipal infrastructure (drainage, sewer, and water systems), subdivisions, and retail, commercial, and industrial developments. He has also demonstrated exceptional success in municipal grant writing, leveraging extensive research capabilities to secure critical funding for community projects.

Committed to continuous improvement and innovation, Todd actively participates in industry organizations and regularly attends professional training to integrate the latest standards and technologies into his work. His environmental expertise includes preparing multiple HazMat Phase I reports and authoring a variety of NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) documents, including Categorical Exclusions (CE) and Environmental Assessments (EA).

Through every project, Todd’s leadership reflects a dedication to quality, sustainability, and the long-term success of the communities he serves.

Certifications

  • Wisconsin Professional Engineer, 2006
  • Illinois Professional Engineer, 2008

Specialties

  • Project Management
  • Urban/Rural Roadway Design
  • Utilities Infrastructure Design
  • Environmental Documents
  • Report Writing
  • Public Involvement

Professional Associations

  • American Council of Engineering Companies of Wisconsin

Project Experience

  • City of Janesville On-Call Design Services (utility and roadway projects)
  • Sewer, Water, Storm Sewer, Roadway Design Projects – City of Beloit
  • Roadway, Drainage, Site Plan Projects – County of Rock
  • Roadway, Drainage Projects – County of Kenosha
  • Roadway, Drainage Projects – County of Iowa
  • Roadway, Drainage Projects – Various Townships
  • Grant Writing and Research – Various municipalities
  • Roadway Design Projects – WisDOT
  • Park/Athletic Field Designs – Various Clients
  • Multi-use Path Design – Various Clients