Columbia's Industry-Leading 
Engineering Solutions

Since 1996, NOVA has built a reputation as Columbia's most responsive and trusted engineering firm. Our commitment to Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, Responsiveness, and Safety sets us apart. We invest heavily in our employees—our most valuable asset—and maintain state-of-the-art laboratories that meet ASTM D-3666, E-329, and C-1077 standards. With a conveniently located office at 1240 1st St S Suite A, we can respond quickly to projects throughout Columbia and Richland County. This combination of experienced professionals, quality assurance, local presence, and decades of South Carolina experience makes NOVA the preferred choice for Columbia's design and construction community.

Absolutely. Our Columbia geotechnical engineering team has decades of experience providing geotechnical consulting across South Carolina. Liquefaction, collapse and landslide potential, expansive soils, active faults and seismicity are just a few of the geologic hazards that can be encountered across South Carolina. A thorough understanding of the potential hazards and their possible impacts on a proposed development is critical to developing a site in a manner that is efficient during initial construction and provides the desired longevity.

NOVA serves Columbia, Richland County, and the greater Midlands region from our conveniently located office at 1240 1st St S Suite A. This includes Lexington, West Columbia, Irmo, Forest Acres, Cayce, and surrounding communities throughout Richland County and neighboring areas in the Midlands. Our strategic location enables us to respond quickly to projects throughout the region.

As Columbia's most responsive engineering firm, NOVA prioritizes quick turnaround times without sacrificing quality. Our Columbia office at 1240 1st St S Suite A and local team enable us to mobilize quickly for urgent testing, inspections, or assessments throughout Columbia and Richland County. We understand that construction schedules are demanding, and our commitment to responsiveness is one of our five core values. Contact us at 803.705.3183 to discuss your project timeline and specific needs.

Since 1996, NOVA has provided engineering and consulting services for diverse projects across Columbia and the Midlands. Our Columbia geotechnical engineering team has experience on a wide variety of project types, from roadways to high rise structures. We work with private developers, contractors, property owners, institutions, and government agencies on projects of all sizes—from small-scale developments to major regional infrastructure.

Yes! Whether you are looking for sustainability solutions with your design, new construction, or re-development for your business, our teams aim to meet and exceed your quality expectations. We serve clients across various industries throughout Columbia and can assist at any stage in the construction process, regardless of project size. Our integrated approach works with clients who own, plan, build, finance, rehabilitate, and maintain infrastructure across both commercial and residential sectors.