Author: rherman@kbjwgroup.com

A comprehensive Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) report warns that Eastern Virginia’s groundwater supply is severely constrained and facing a critical decline. Released under a legislative directive, the 117-page study highlights that regional aquifers cannot sustain major new water withdrawals. In other words, without a new source of drinking water, water use in Eastern…

Landscape Architects play an important and sometimes overlooked role in our everyday lives. Well-versed in their craft, they use their creativity to incorporate natural elements into the built environment. Whenever you’re picnicking in the park, strolling through a shady courtyard, or resting on a suburban sidewalk bench, you’re enjoying outdoor spaces thoughtfully designed by Landscape…

Spanning more than 40 years, the outstanding career of KBJW founder Greg Koontz culminated in his retirement at the beginning of 2026. Greg was CEO of Koontz Bryant Johnson Williams, Inc. for over 35 years, leading countless projects and playing an integral part in growing the company to what it is today. As the new…

Koontz Bryant Johnson Williams, Inc. is excited to announce that Brent Johnson, PE, PG, AOSE, is our new CEO. Greg Koontz, after a storied 40+ years in the engineering field and over 35 years as the CEO of KBJW, will retire at the end of 2025. “The company will be in a steady pair of…