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Municipal Engineering

Charter Township of Oxford
Oxford, Michigan
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Sharpe Engineering has been the Professional
Engineering Consultant for Oxford Township since May 2011.  Our past knowledge and experience paired with the company’s specific emphasis on cost-effective solutions were key to Oxford Township awarding Sharpe Engineering the contract. Some of the specific engineering services provided include:

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  • Review conceptual, site plan, and engineering drawing submittals for new developments

  • Design safety path network expansions.  Topographical survey, easement preparation, conceptual planning, construction administration, and inspection services are also provided

  • Design public water distribution and sanitary sewer system expansions

  • Perform soil erosion plan reviews and inspections

  • Review residential plot plans for conformance with Township engineering standards

  • Assist with Township cemeteries including roadway improvements, irrigation upgrades, and grave layouts

  • Meet with Township residents regarding civil related issues involving their property

Paving
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  • Prepare cost estimates and scoping plans to assist Township with fund allocation

  • Provide strip topographic survey and detailed engineering plans for proposed improvements

  • Prepare contract documents and manage contractor bidding phase

  • Coordinate with Road Commission for Oakland County on tri-party funded projects

  • Provide full-time inspection of construction activities

  • Assist Township in preparation of payment estimates and contract execution

Infrastructure Design

  • Prepare cost estimates and scoping plans to assist Township with fund allocation

  • Provide topographic survey and detailed engineering plans for proposed improvements

  • Prepare and secure public utility easements necessary for construction

  • Obtain required Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner, and Great Lakes Water Authority permits

  • Prepare contract documents and manage contractor bidding phase

  • Provide full-time inspection of construction activities

  • Coordinate utility testing with permitting agencies and assist with project closeout

  • Assist Township in preparation of payment estimates and contract execution

Safety Paths/Boardwalks

  • Prepare cost estimates and scoping plans to assist Township with fund allocation

  • Provide strip topographic survey and detailed engineering plans for proposed improvements

  • Coordinate with residents to obtain required easements and/or right-of-way to facilitate safety path construction

  • Obtain required Road Commission for Oakland County, Michigan Department of Transportation, and Michigan Department of Environmental Quality permits

  • Prepare contract documents and manage contractor bidding phase

  • Provide full-time inspection of construction activities

  • Assist Township in preparation of payment estimates and contract execution

Soil Erosion

  • Perform SESC plan reviews in accordance with the State of Michigan Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act - Part 91, Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control.

  • Perform evaluations of construction site soil erosion and sedimentation control measures.

  • Communicate with contractors and permit holders on status of SESC measures following evaluations / inspections.

  • SESC measures evaluated during on-site inspections include:​​

    • ​​Silt Fence

    • Temporary Stone Access Drives

    • Stormwater Inlet Filters

    • Adjacent roadway cleanliness 

    • Vegetation growth status

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