By Joshua Burd
Professional services firm VHB has expanded its reach in New Jersey with the acquisition of Manasquan-based Hammer Land Engineering, the firms announced this week.
According to a news release, Hammer’s portfolio in the land development industry includes projects in the industrial, residential, commercial, solar, health care and educational sectors. That figures to bolster VHB’s resources, network and business pipeline in the state and the region, allowing it to tap into a practice that has operated for 15 years.
Terms of the deal, VHB’s fourth acquisition this year, were not disclosed.
“Integrating Hammer’s extensive experience and strong client relationships into VHB will enhance our land development capabilities and broaden our impact in New Jersey,” said Joe Pizzurro, VHB’s Northeast regional manager. “Hammer’s technical capabilities, combined with our multidisciplinary approach, allow us to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions that support sustainable and resilient communities.”
Joe Hanrahan, current principal of Hammer, will transition to VHB’s leadership team as the New Jersey director of land development, the news release said. He will collaborate closely with Courtney Riley, Northeast land development service lead, and Brian Perry, New Jersey managing director, to strengthen the practice across the Northeast region.
“Joining forces with VHB provides our team with access to a broader range of resources, enhancing our ability to deliver high-quality services to our clients,” Hanrahan said. “We are excited about the growth opportunities this partnership brings and the positive impacts we can make together.”
Veteran engineer Perry joins VHB as New Jersey managing director
