The firm’s fast-paced growth prompted the family business to break new grounds in Florida, and in the years that followed, Quality Engineering expanded its operations to include heavy civil, buildings, utility and mechanical piping installations, and asphalt and concrete paving. With its growing geographical presence and evolution of project experience, the company renamed to Quality Enterprises in 1995.

QE then broadened its scope of services to include underground utility and heavy civil work and found success in Collier County and the surrounding areas. It was because of this that the company decided to relocate its corporate office to Naples, FL. Fast-forward to today, and QE does everything, ranging from small local projects to larger, more complex Design-Builds. From the office to the field, QE prioritizes the use of advanced construction technology resulting in increased accuracy and efficiency. The firm has added Horizontal Directional Drilling, Crushing and Screening, and 3D asphalt paving to their scope of services, along with Volumetric Concrete Trucks to their fleet among other technological advancements to keep up with the growing demands in the construction industry.

Further, QE’s ability to self-perform allows for significant cost-savings, flexibility in scheduling, and adaptability to rapid project changes. “We have state-of-the-art equipment and skilled professionals, which enable us to handle your airport, highway, underground utility and bridge needs,” adds Allison. Another notable aspect of QE is their commitment to working alongside and partnering with customers. Bearing testament to this aspect is the firm’s current project at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. Many of Florida’s airports, including the Sarasota Airport have large lakes for stormwater collection. However, this poses a problem as birds are often attracted to the water hindering safe aircraft operation. The project aims to dig deeper lakes on-site and install Gabion baskets, creating a maze for the water to flow through. By doing so, the lakes will be reduced in size and have a smaller footprint, thus attracting fewer birds. Additionally, the process allows for the water to be thoroughly cleaned before draining into the ocean, keeping other wildlife safe. QE’s scope of work on the project included digging two lakes about five feet deeper than initially designed, reusing the exported material to fill in three smaller ponds, sitewide underground utility installation, and rerouting the perimeter road, as well. QE also had only 21 days to perform the utility installation across an active runway. QE’s team not only met, but exceeded the tight time frame within two weeks while completing their complex scope of work.

These illustrated experiences make QE a perfect partner for organizations looking to build quality infrastructures. Today, QE continues to complete exceptional projects across the Southeast region and is always seeking new ways to expand its operations. At present, the firm is looking to broaden into sustainable market segments like solar and wind, offer additional services, and complete more federal works. On the geographical front, the firm is looking to grow all over the United States. “We are still evolving but haven’t lost sight of our mission: Building Quality infrastructure to provide Quality lives for our families, customers, and our community,” concludes Allison