Pape-Dawson Announces Launch of Midwest Region
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Pape-Dawson has acquired BHC, a respected Overland Park–based national engineering and surveying firm whose team and expertise form the core of Pape-Dawson’s Midwest Region with more than three decades of experience serving public and private sector clients across the United States. This strategic expansion demonstrates the company’s commitment to regional growth, innovation, and investment in communities across America’s heartland.
BHC Brings Established Expertise and Strong Client Relationships to Pape-Dawson
BHC founders Kevin Honomichl, Bill Brungardt, and Matt Brungardt, launched the engineering firm 33 years ago with a focus in the telecommunications field. Their expertise supported the delivery of critical connectivity and data infrastructure across the nation every year since its inception. Over the past two decades, the firm strategically diversified its services to include public works, development, surveying, construction services, and landscape architecture. BHC’s emphasis on collaboration, quality ‘No Problem’ service, and client relationships has helped shape important projects throughout the Midwest.
The acquisition strengthens Pape-Dawson’s capabilities in the Midwest and builds upon the firm’s growing presence in the Kansas City market, including its 2025 acquisition of Coffman Associates, a national aviation planning firm.
“Joining Pape-Dawson allows us to maintain the relationships, culture, and local leadership our clients value, while gaining access to expanded resources, technology, and multidisciplinary expertise,” said Kevin Honomichl, President of BHC. “This next chapter creates new opportunities for our employees and enhances the services we provide.”
Kansas City was selected as the home of the new Midwest Region thanks to its dynamic design ecosystem, strong business environment, and rich legacy of engineering excellence. This acquisition complements the strong assets already established in the region, bringing fresh energy and expanded capabilities into a landscape that is already robust, collaborative, and future-focused. “We’re excited to see Pape-Dawson join forces with BHC as a complement to that collaborative energy,” said Ashley McDonald, managing director of KC Global Design. “With more than 1,200 firms and a steady pipeline of talent, this region is a hub of collaboration and global innovation, shaping the future of design.”
“BHC has built an outstanding reputation rooted in technical excellence, strong client relationships, and deep community involvement,” said Trey Dawson, President of Pape-Dawson. “We’re grateful to welcome their talented team and expand the services and resources available to clients throughout the Midwest.”
This acquisition and establishment of a Midwest Region supports Pape-Dawson’s long-term growth strategy and strengthens its ability to deliver comprehensive engineering and consulting services across the United States. BHC’s leadership team and staff will continue to operate from the Kansas City area, serving existing clients while leveraging the broader capabilities of Pape-Dawson’s national network.
About BHC
BHC is a customer-first engineering company with exceptional talent in the realms of telecom, public works, development, surveying, construction services, and landscape architecture. This expertise has been applied to projects both large and small, public and private, and across the United States. BHC excels in providing ‘No Problem’ customer service, ensuring client projects are completed on time, under budget, and with deliverables of the highest quality.
About Pape-Dawson
Founded in 1965, Pape-Dawson is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services. The firm provides a comprehensive range of services, including civil and structural engineering, environmental, landscape architecture and planning, and surveying services for development and critical infrastructure projects. The firm’s network of engineers, surveyors, technicians, landscape architects, environmental specialists, biologists, planners, and construction management professionals produce projects that impact both the quality of life and economic opportunities in the communities they serve. To learn more, visit www.pape-dawson.com. For more information on partnering with Pape-Dawson, contact Brian Curtis, Vice President of Mergers & Acquisitions at 346-380-3693 or brian.curtis@pape-dawson.com.
About KC Global Design
KC Global Design is a collective representing the more than 1,200 architecture, engineering and construction firms that make Kansas City a global leader in the built environment. An initiative of the Kansas City Area Development Council (KCADC), KC Global Design unites industry leaders around four pillars — Talent, Awareness, Innovation and Community — to attract top professionals, elevate the region’s reputation and drive sustainable, inclusive design solutions worldwide. | www.kcglobaldesign.com
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