Anchor QEA

Premier Environmental Science and Engineering Consulting

Anchor QEA stands as a nationally recognized leader in environmental consulting, founded in 1997 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington. With over 500 talented scientists, planners, and engineers across 26 offices nationwide, this privately held firm generates $100-500 million in annual revenue while maintaining an impressive 4.3 Glassdoor rating. The company specializes in solving complex environmental challenges that matter-from coastal and flood resiliency to contaminated sediment management and habitat restoration.

Solving America's Most Challenging Environmental Problems

Anchor QEA tackles some of the nation's most complex environmental sites through comprehensive expertise spanning:

• Aquatic and shoreline project development with innovative coastal resiliency solutions
• Water resource management including surface and groundwater quality initiatives
• Contaminated sediment remediation and environmental assessment
• Habitat restoration and ecosystem enhancement projects
• Planning, engineering design, and construction management services for public and private sector clients

The company's completed projects rank among the most successful in the industry, reflecting unwavering commitment to technological leadership, integrity, and superior product quality.

Culture Built on Collaboration and Impact

Anchor QEA's energetic workplace culture emphasizes what the company calls "vibe"-an environment where talented professionals collaborate toward common environmental goals. The team works closely with clients on meaningful projects that directly contribute to environmental preservation and community enhancement. This collaborative spirit creates an ideal setting for environmental professionals seeking technical excellence combined with genuine impact.

Comprehensive Service Delivery

The firm provides full-spectrum environmental solutions including strategic planning and development, scientific investigation and environmental assessment, innovative engineering design, and complete construction management oversight. This integrated approach enables Anchor QEA to deliver cohesive solutions to complex environmental challenges.

National Reach, Local Expertise

With offices spanning from coast to coast-including major hubs in Seattle, San Francisco, Portland, Austin, and Baltimore-Anchor QEA offers professionals opportunities to work on significant projects across diverse environmental sectors. The company's distributed network enables teams to maintain deep local knowledge while accessing national resources and expertise.