Core States Group Acquires Hurley & Stewart

Core States Group, a leading architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) firm, has expanded its national footprint with the acquisition of Hurley & Stewart, a civil engineering, land surveying, and landscape architecture firm based in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Founded in 2002 by Todd Hurley and Tim Stewart, Hurley & Stewart has established a strong presence in the Midwest, serving clients across multiple markets and project types. With this acquisition, Core States Group now operates from 26 offices across the United States and Canada, adding more than 650 employees to its workforce. The integration of Hurley & Stewart brings Core States Group’s regional presence in the Midwest, enhancing its ability to support national programs while maintaining a deep understanding of local communities.

D. David Dugan, President and CEO of Core States Group, emphasized the strategic importance of the acquisition.

Dugan further noted, "What attracted us just as much as their technical expertise was the culture Tim and Todd have built together. They've created an impressive business founded on partnership, collaboration, and trust. From our first conversations, it felt like they were already part of the Core States team. That cultural alignment is one of the biggest reasons we're so excited to welcome Hurley & Stewart to Core States Group."

Todd Hurley, Principal at Hurley & Stewart, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership. "We're incredibly proud of the team and culture we've built at Hurley & Stewart, as well as the relationships we've developed with our clients and communities. Core States Group shares our collaborative approach and commitment to excellence."

Tim Stewart, also a Principal at Hurley & Stewart, added, "This partnership allows us to build on our foundation while creating new opportunities for our people and expanding what we can deliver for our clients. Our team will have access to expanded resources, multidisciplinary expertise, and professional development opportunities, while our clients will benefit from even more robust and comprehensive solutions."

Core States Group, established in 1999, has been driving innovation and improving everyday life for countless people across several markets, including Convenience, Distributed Generation, Financial, Grocery, Housing, Industrial, Restaurants, Retail, Semiconductor, Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Infrastructure, and more. With the addition of Hurley & Stewart, the firm continues to expand its capabilities and support its clients' needs across the nation.