About Western Ground Improvement.
San Clemente, California's design-build ground improvement specialist.
Built to be the Southwest's most trusted ground improvement partner.
Western Ground Improvement is a design-build contractor focused exclusively on Geopier ground improvement technologies. Based in San Clemente, California, we serve engineers, contractors, and developers across California, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona.
Our work begins where the geotechnical report ends. We translate soil data, structural loads, and schedule constraints into installed ground improvement systems that let conventional shallow foundations carry buildings, tanks, embankments, and infrastructure that would otherwise require deep foundations.
The design-build model is central to how we operate. By owning both the engineering and the installation, we shorten the path from feasibility to in-place piers, reduce coordination overhead, and stay accountable to the project team for performance in the field.
Why Engineers and Developers Choose Western Ground Improvement.
Geopier Certified Installer
Certified to install the full Geopier technology suite, with the engineering and field experience to back it up.
Design-Build Capabilities
Engineering and installation under one contract. Faster decisions, fewer handoffs, tighter schedules.
Multi-State Service Area
Active projects across California, Nevada, New Mexico, and Arizona, with consistent crews and equipment.
Direct Engineer Collaboration
We work directly with geotechnical and structural engineers to confirm the right technology and the right design.
Depth of Technology Options
Six proprietary Geopier systems means the right tool for every soil profile and load condition.
Field-Proven Execution
Modern equipment, structured quality control, and as-built documentation on every installation.
Leadership Team.
Ken Hoevelkamp, P.E.
Principal Engineer
Ken has been involved with research specifically concerning Geopier applications for over 15 years. He is primarily responsible for actively advancing the growth of the company.
Aaron Bishop, P.E.
Regional Manager, San Diego and Orange County
Aaron has over 15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering. He ensures the company's continued success through sales, marketing, and engineering support of all Geopier systems.
Craig Streit, LEED AP
Regional Manager, Southwest
Craig has over 15 years of experience in the construction industry and supports installation of all Geopier systems across Arizona, Nevada, and New Mexico.
Ryan Bulatao, G.E., P.E.
Regional Manager, Los Angeles
A registered GE and PE in California, Ryan has spent over 16 years in geotechnical engineering spanning mid to high rise buildings, tunnels, pipelines, dams, reservoirs, and roadways.
Mandro M. Eslami, Ph.D., P.E.
Regional Manager, Inland Empire
Mandro completed his Ph.D. and M.S. in geotechnical earthquake engineering at UCLA. Prior to WGI he spent most of his career in geotechnical consulting across the Greater Los Angeles area on high rise buildings, dams, tunnels, and water treatment facilities.
Four States. Active Project Experience in Every Major Metro.
WGI mobilizes Geopier installations across California, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona. Our project experience covers the Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco Bay Area, Las Vegas, Reno, Phoenix, Tucson, and Albuquerque markets, with the equipment and field crews to deliver consistently in each.
Start Your Project with WGI.
Submit your site data and our team will return a tailored ground improvement recommendation.