Sorba delivers streamlined solutions to complex
project challenges.
Innovative solutions and sound technical advice define Sorba Engineering’s approach to every project. The firm provides comprehensive site selection and planning, civil engineering and infrastructure design, urban design, stormwater management, and low-impact development services for complex public and private sector clients.
Civil engineering encompasses many disciplines, but Sorba is particularly recognized for its strength in site design. In addition to site design, the firm delivers full-service civil engineering solutions, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, and erosion and sediment control; water, sanitary, and dry utility design; water network modeling; earthwork analysis; hydraulic and hydrologic studies; and roadway, parking, pedestrian, and vehicular transportation improvements.
Sorba has extensive experience navigating the unique challenges associated with federal facilities, diplomatic missions, cultural institutions, higher education campuses, and projects located in historically significant or environmentally sensitive settings. The team understands the technical, regulatory, and security requirements that accompany these complex environments and works collaboratively to deliver practical, resilient solutions.
The firm’s portfolio includes numerous high-profile and technically demanding projects throughout the Washington, DC region and internationally.
Representative work includes:
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Renovation of the historic chancery at the U.S. Embassy in Athens, Greece, for the Department of State
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The Wall of Remembrance at the Korean War Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC, for the National Park Service
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Renovation of the Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, DC
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Utility relocations for the CSX Virginia Avenue Tunnel in Washington, DC
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Renovation of the Cannon House Office Building for the Architect of the Capitol
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Lead civil engineer for the development of the Foreign Affairs Security Training Center at Fort Pickett, Virginia
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The first academic building at the Virginia Tech Innovation Campus in Arlington
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Smithsonian Institution's Revitalization of the Historic Core
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Smithsonian Institution's Zoo XXXX
Additional federal clients include the US Army Corps of Engineers, the General Services Administration, and multiple state and local governments.
Meredith McComas, PE, is the President of Sorba Engineering. She is a civil engineering professional with experience supporting complex site development, infrastructure, and institutional projects throughout the DMV. Meredith brings a strong foundation in site design, grading and drainage, stormwater management, and utility coordination, contributing to projects that demand technical precision and thoughtful collaboration.
Meredith has supported work for federal agencies, cultural institutions, higher education clients, and public-sector entities. She understands the regulatory and permitting environments unique to the region and works closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, constructible solutions.
Her project experience includes participation in historically sensitive renovations, infrastructure improvements, and campus development projects. Meredith is known for her attention to detail, responsiveness, and ability to support project teams through design development, agency coordination, and documentation.
She is committed to delivering practical engineering solutions that balance technical requirements, environmental stewardship, and client goals.