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For the 13th consecutive year, DGR Engineering has been selected for PSMJ Resources, Inc.’s exclusive “Circle of Excellence” as one of 61 exceptional architecture and engineering firms across the country. DGR Engineering has earned this award each year since 2014. PSMJ Resources is a management consulting firm for the architecture and engineering industries. Each year PSMJ conducts a survey of firms to highlight those who are successful in areas such as productivity, business development, staff growth, staff turnover, and overhead management. Only 20 percent of this year’s 318 participants were named to The Circle of Excellence list. Participating firms were evaluated by comparing several key performance measurements important to the successful operation of an engineering business against industry benchmarks developed through evaluation of data.
In addition, DGR was awarded the PSMJ Platinum Award. PSMJ Resources, Inc. this year recognized the 25 firms that are Platinum Award winners, which have remained on the Circle of Excellence list for at least four of the past five years. This is the tenth consecutive year DGR has been named a Platinum Award winner.
PSMJ designed the Circle of Excellence to highlight the best-in-class architecture and engineering firms that demonstrate outstanding achievements in areas such as low staff turnover, operating overhead rate and labor utilization. PSMJ’s Circle of Excellence debuted in 2006 and, since then, it is also worth noting that 9 firms have made it into the Circle of Excellence ten (or more) years, including DGR Engineering.
“Making it into the Circle of Excellence for even just one year is quite remarkable. However, delivering this kind of performance year after year speaks volumes about the forward-thinking leadership and sound strategy behind these firms,” states PSMJ President Gregory Hart. “This is about so much more than just growth for growth’s sake. This is about having a lasting impact and about building a firm that can withstand changing economic cycles and so much more.”
For more than 50 years, PSMJ Resources, Inc. has been recognized as the leading publishing, executive education, and advisory group devoted completely to improving the business performance of A/E/C organizations worldwide. PSMJ’s sought-after expertise covers a range of critical business areas such as project management, financial management, human resources, business development, transition planning, and mergers and acquisitions.
Planning Ahead Pays Off!
Iowa SRF Planning & Design Loans:
Planning and design work can be a major upfront cost, especially for small and mid-sized communities. Iowa’s SRF Planning & Design Loan Program helps communities begin necessary project development without immediately placing those costs on local reserves or ratepayers.
Iowa communities planning water, wastewater, or stormwater improvements may be eligible for 0% interest Planning & Design Loans through the Iowa State Revolving Fund. These loans can help cover eligible project planning and design costs before construction funding is in place.
Next application deadline: October 5, 2026
DGR Engineering can help you evaluate eligibility, prepare application materials, and keep your project moving.
FAQ:
What can the loan be used for?
Planning & Design Loans may be used for eligible costs directly related to an SRF-eligible drinking water, wastewater, or stormwater project. This may include engineering fees, environmental studies, archaeological surveys, geological studies, project plan preparation, and related application or submittal costs.
Why consider applying?
The program offers 0% interest with no payments due for up to three years, and there are no initiation or servicing fees. Planning & Design Loans can later be rolled into an SRF construction loan or repaid when permanent financing is secured.
Who should reach out?
Communities, public water systems, wastewater utilities, and other eligible entities considering infrastructure improvements should begin planning early. If your community has a project in mind — or simply knows improvements are needed — DGR can help identify next steps.
When should you apply?
Applications are accepted quarterly, with the next deadline on October 5, 2026. If you are considering a drinking water, wastewater, or stormwater project, now is the time to begin reviewing eligibility, defining the project scope, and gathering the information needed for a complete application.
DGR Engineering can help with:
• Project eligibility review
• Planning and design scope development
• SRF application coordination
• Engineering reports and supporting documentation
• Design, permitting, bidding, and construction-phase services
Don’t wait! Contact DGR Engineering to discuss your project in time to meet the next application deadline (October 5).