CSDG was founded in 2001 in Nashville, TN, by two skilled civil engineers with a shared vision: to deliver innovative, practical solutions through thoughtful site design. As our clients’ needs evolved, so did we—strategically expanding our capabilities and evolving into CSDG, a fully integrated design firm offering land planning, civil engineering, and landscape architecture. This transformation reflects our ongoing commitment to collaboration, efficiency, and creating lasting impact in the communities we serve. Today, we’re a trusted partner to architects, developers, homebuilders, and public agencies across the Southeast—designing spaces where life happens and shaping resilient, people-centered places built to serve generations to come.
Kevin Gangaware and Rob Porter founded Civil Site Design Group with a clear vision: to deliver quality civil engineering work while fostering a company culture that values and supports its people.
CSDG expanded its services to include planning and landscape architecture, bridging the gap between architecture and civil engineering. The team quickly grew into an award-winning group.
With nearly 40 employees, CSDG moved into the first Citiview campus building overlooking downtown Nashville. Holiday parties, team events, and cookouts helped shape a fresh, energized culture.
As the firm expanded its professional disciplines, it rebranded from Civil Site Design Group to CSDG to better reflect its evolving culture, capabilities, and services.
Recognizing Chattanooga’s intentional growth and commitment to building a vibrant future, CSDG expanded its presence with a new office in the city.
Stronger than ever, CSDG continues to grow by integrating planning, civil engineering, and landscape architecture—delivering resilient, sustainable solutions that protect your vision and streamline every project phase.
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