About JVA
What We Do
JVA, Incorporated (JVA) is a Colorado structural, civil, and environmental consulting engineering firm. Since 1956, JVA has provided engineering services to architects, owners, municipalities, and special districts for building, site development, and water/wastewater projects throughout the Rocky Mountain area and nationwide. The firm’s team consists of over 140 engineers, designers, and administrative professionals. JVA staff hold professional registrations in most U.S. states and many are members of industry associations and professional organizations.
With a dedication to meticulous design, effective communication, creative solutions, teamwork, and on-time delivery, JVA aims to improve communities through engineering excellence. The team believes in sustainability and understands the importance of resource and energy stewardship, including LEED Accredited Professionals, Certified Floodplain Managers, and historic preservation experts.
As a proud legacy firm, JVA focuses on supporting the community. They are prominent sponsors of over 30 nonprofits and organizations. JVA also has a strong internal corporate culture with sponsored events and social activities throughout the year.
Culture and Values
Our Mission
JVA provides our clients with the highest quality engineering services while operating a profitable business and maintaining our inclusive and cohesive culture.
Our Vision
Improving our communities through engineering excellence.
Philanthropy
JVA proudly supports local foundations, school districts, organizations and more.
Cohesive & Inclusive Culture
At JVA, our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to building and sustaining a workplace and community presence that is inclusive, welcoming, and accessible for everyone. We deliver on this promise by:
- Investing in continuous growth. Employees have opportunities for both technical and personal development training including areas such as communication, collaboration, leadership, and resiliency.
- Partnering for a greater impact. We collaborate with local organizations to expand opportunities for underserved and historically marginalized groups.
- Embedding fairness in our operations. The perspectives and needs of current and future employees inform the policies we craft, the focus groups we form, and the goals we pursue, ensuring fairness is woven into every decision.
- Fostering a culture where everyone thrives. By centering respect, acceptance, and accessibility, we cultivate an environment in which every individual can do their best work and reach their full potential.
- Supporting and Empowering Employee Resource Groups: Our employee resource groups (ERG) are staff-run opportunities for members to collaborate on various initiatives and advise leadership based on specific interests and identities. Our ERGs are open to all staff members.
- Prioritizing skills-based hiring. We utilize inclusive practices that value lived experience and foster innovation through diverse contributions.
Employee Resource Groups
LGBTQ+
The JVA LGBTQ+ group serves to recognize Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Non-Binary communities and allies. This group contributes towards our common vision for a workplace where identity, expression, and families in all forms are respected and celebrated.
Safety dialogue. Establish an environment where employees can openly discuss physical and psychological safety.
Curate resources. Share articles and host workshops for all staff to identify personal growth opportunities.
Advise leadership. Provide data and personal experience to contribute to and inform company decisions.
Expand engagement. Provide opportunities for allyship and engagement in the company and the community at large.
Champion recruiting. Participate in LGBTQ+ friendly recruitment events and promote skills-based hiring practices.
Racial Awareness & Cultural Equity
The RACE ERG is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in empathy, mutual respect, and open dialogue. This group works toward a unified and dynamic team culture where diverse perspectives are recognized as a source of strength and collective success.
Foster empathy and respect. Create a culture of understanding through open dialogue and shared experiences.
Educate and advocate. Offer learning sessions, workshops, and advocacy initiatives to raise awareness of bias and inequality.
Support growth and allyship. Empower employees and allies to engage thoughtfully and drive positive change.
Build community connections. Partner with professional and volunteer organizations to extend our impact beyond the workplace.
Champion belonging. Ensure all employees feel seen, heard, and valued through ongoing engagement and feedback.
Women's+ Impact Network
The JVA Women’s Impact Network (WIN+) serves to empower all JVA employees to become leaders and champions in the industry by facilitating professional growth and reducing gender bias through education, mentorship, visibility, accountability, and engagement to enhance JVA’s inclusive and cohesive culture.
Elevate visibility. Acknowledge women’s experiences and showcase their leadership and contributions.
Represent employees. Provide a conduit for communication and feedback between employees and leadership.
Promote improvement. Bring awareness to biases and work with leadership to implement business practices that combat implicit biases.
Deliver education. Host presentations and discussions on topics that contribute to the growth of all employees.
Provide mentorship. Create opportunities for individuals to connect through mentor and champion relationships.
Support philanthropically. Sponsor women’s industry events and have JVA representation in attendance.
Volunteer time. Donate time to local organizations and schools providing STEM content for students.
Young Professionals
The JVA Young Professionals (YP) Group supports the growth and connection of emerging professionals across all offices. The group fosters collaboration between entry-level and senior staff through shared learning, mentorship, and engagement opportunities.
Build connections. Host various events to strengthen relationships across disciplines and offices.
Develop skills. Host Speakeasy sessions to practice public speaking and confidence-building.
Inspire learning. Coordinate TED Talk discussions and maintain a company-wide events calendar.
Promote growth. Offer training on technical and safety topics and organize job site tours.
Support advancement. Share PE & SE prep resources and facilitate the Intern Program.
Encourage mentorship. Lead group discussions and peer support for continued development.
Global Engineering
JVA’s Global Engineering Committee (GEC) was founded to help provide engineering solutions for global communities in need. The GEC’s mission is to empower local and global communities by developing sustainable engineering solutions that promote access to clean water, sanitation, and other basic human rights. To help achieve these goals, the GEC has three subcommittees: college mentorship, domestic efforts, and global efforts.
