about us

Dedicated to our clients and our community.

For more than five decades, Herbert E. MacCombie, Jr., P.E., Consulting Engineers and Surveyors, Inc. (HEM) has been a trusted name in civil engineering, land surveying, and environmental consulting. Founded in 1973 as a family-owned firm, HEM has built a strong reputation for technical expertise, integrity, and reliable service — values that continue to guide our work today.
We proudly provide comprehensive municipal engineering services to eleven municipalities and authorities across Delaware and Chester Counties. Our in-house team includes skilled land surveyors, engineers and environmental science professionals, allowing us to deliver seamless, multidisciplinary solutions. From municipal plan reviews and permit coordination to grant writing, capital project bidding, sewage planning, and construction oversight, we manage every aspect with precision and professionalism.
To enhance our services, HEM collaborates with highly qualified consultants in traffic engineering, landscaping, lighting design, and building code compliance, ensuring each project benefits from specialized expertise.
Beyond our municipal partnerships, we offer private sector consulting throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania and beyond, supporting residential, commercial, and institutional developments of all sizes.
As a fully licensed and authorized firm within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, HEM remains committed to advancing communities through smart, sustainable engineering solutions — backed by generations of experience and a steadfast dedication to excellence.