Davis, CA (January 12, 2024) – GEI Consultants, an international planning, design, and construction management firm, has expanded its water resources practice through a merger with California-based Resource Management Associates, Inc., (RMA). RMA is a 30-person water resources consulting and technology firm that specializes in numerical modeling and engineering software solutions to address complicated environmental and water-related challenges.

“RMA’s highly specialized modeling and technology services are a significant addition to GEI’s water resources practice,” says Ron Palmieri, President and CEO of GEI. “Their expertise complements GEI’s current data and technology capabilities to create novel solutions for water quality, flood, drought, and ecological-related challenges. Leveraging technology and advancements in large data management for our clients is a growing part of our business, and in RMA we have found a partner with shared values, culture, and commitment to deliver exceptional value and client service. The RMA team will immediately bring value to many of our water infrastructure projects, and GEI will provide RMA access to a strong bench of technical experts for their clients’ benefit.”

“For RMA, joining GEI is a perfect fit of shared values, technical expertise, and client service,” says John DeGeorge, President of RMA. “For nearly 50 years we have prided ourselves on being on the cutting edge of developing numerical models and software solutions to address environmental challenges. We are excited for our clients, employees, and partners as we embark on this next chapter for our firm.”