Siegfried partnered with the project architect and Sausalito Marin City School District (SMCSD) to help bring the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy project to life. Through this collaboration, the project supports the transformation of the campus into a modern and resilient learning environment.
Our team provided civil engineering and land surveying services for the 34,725-square-foot TK–8 campus. Work began in the early design stages, where we developed site infrastructure concepts that established the foundation for the project. Early planning included wet utility schematics, conceptual grading and drainage, and pavement layouts. In addition, the team prepared coordinated civil construction documents in close collaboration with the District and the Division of the State Architect (DSA).
As the design progressed, Siegfried supported the project through schematic design, design development, and final construction documents. Throughout these phases, the academy’s site design was refined to support long-term performance and regulatory compliance. To support this effort, the team prepared demolition, grading and drainage, utility, erosion control, retaining wall, and fencing plans. Detailed civil construction drawings were also developed to guide implementation.
Additional work included stormwater documentation and foundation subdrain systems for the new buildings. At the same time, the design incorporated drainage improvements and bioretention features to strengthen the campus’ stormwater management strategy.
Construction Support and Survey Services
Siegfried remained closely involved during bidding and construction. During this phase, the team supported the project by responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and conducting site visits of the academy to confirm the work aligned with the design intent.
Survey services included supplemental topographic surveying and establishing control along Nevada Street and Buchanan Street. This work helped support driveway transitions, ramps, utilities, and drainage improvements associated with the surrounding streets.
The team also incorporated several project refinements as the work progressed. These included a new grease interceptor and sewer improvements, along with updates related to facility removals and value engineering. Additional services included SWPPP documentation for the State Construction General Permit. Finally, Siegfried supported project closeout with punch walks and preparation of final record documents.
