Richmond, VA — September 6, 2024 — Timmons Group, a leading engineering and technology firm headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Dutton + Associates, a respected full-service cultural resource survey, planning, and management firm also based in Richmond. This strategic acquisition strengthens Timmons Group’s service offerings, enabling the firm to provide a more comprehensive suite of solutions to clients across the region.
Founded in 2005 by David and Suzanna Dutton, Dutton + Associates has built a reputation as one of the most trusted cultural resource firms in the Mid-Atlantic. With a team of 24 experts, including archaeologists, architectural historians, conservators, and field technicians, the firm has successfully integrated significant historic properties into modern development projects, ensuring that historic preservation and growth work hand-in-hand.
“Timmons Group and Dutton + Associates have a long history of collaboration, spanning almost 20 years and many complex projects,” said Brian Bortell, President of Timmons Group. “This acquisition is a natural next step in our relationship, and we are excited to welcome their team into our organization. Their expertise and commitment to historic preservation align perfectly with our mission to deliver sustainable, innovative solutions to our clients.”
David Dutton, who will continue to play a key role at Timmons Group, shared his enthusiasm: “Our team is thrilled to join forces with Timmons Group. We have worked together on many of the most notable projects in the region, and we are excited to extend our partnership to provide the best possible solutions to clients while expanding our capabilities.”
The addition of Dutton + Associates will enhance Timmons Group’s ability to deliver cultural resource services, guiding clients through complex local, state, and federal regulations, and providing straightforward solutions to satisfy permitting requirements. This move also positions Timmons Group to better serve its clients by increasing responsiveness and ensuring that cultural resource work is seamlessly integrated into broader project timelines.
The acquisition of Dutton + Associates underscores Timmons Group’s commitment to excellence in environmental services. As both firms are deeply rooted in the Richmond community, this partnership is expected to bring continued success and new opportunities in Richmond and throughout the regions they serve.
For more information about Timmons Group and its services, please visit www.timmons.com.
