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
Commitment to Quality
JVA is committed to deliver superior services and documentation supported by our QA/QC process.
Innovation
JVA provides education, up-to-date technology, and tools to keep the firm on the engineering industry’s leading edge.
Corporate Branding
JVA focuses on quality projects, client satisfaction, and presenting a recognizable presence in the market.
Respect
JVA fosters a culture of respect, collaboration, and accountability internally and with clients.
Caring Company
JVA supports and maintains excellent relationships with coworkers, clients, families, and community.
Philanthropy
JVA gives back to the community through sponsorship and employee volunteer opportunities and provides scholarships to support underrepresented individuals.
Social Atmosphere
JVA promotes a variety of fun social events throughout the year including a holiday party, ski day, golf day, cookouts, and family outings.
Legacy
JVA is an employee-owned legacy firm that ensures strong leadership transitions.
Recognition
JVA celebrates long-term commitment to the firm through Length of Service awards, personal stock ownership, and technical and corporate leadership development.
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.
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.