Rocksmith GeoEngineering
DELIVERING SOLUTIONS
INTEGRITY - TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE - OWNERSHIP
Rocksmith GeoEngineering
DELIVERING SOLUTIONS
INTEGRITY - TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE - OWNERSHIP
Providing Technical Excellence and Delivering Solutions
Welcome to our employee-owned Geotechnical Engineering, Rock Mechanics, Geological, Hydrogeological, and Environmental Services Consulting Firm. Our core values of integrity, technical excellence, and ownership guide everything we do.
As an employee-owned company, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity in all aspects of our work. We believe that trust and honesty are essential to building strong relationships with our clients, and we are dedicated to providing transparent and practical services at all times.
Technical excellence is at the heart of our business. Our team of experts is comprised of highly skilled professionals who are committed to delivering innovative and effective solutions to our clients. We invest heavily in ongoing training and professional development to ensure that our team is up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in our field.
Ownership is a key part of our culture. As employee-owners, we take pride in our work and are committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients. We are dedicated to providing personalized service and customized solutions that are tailored to the unique needs of each client.
We are passionate about what we do and are committed to providing outstanding service to our clients. Our focus on integrity, technical excellence, and ownership sets us apart in the industry, and we are proud to be a trusted partner to our clients.
Thank you for considering our firm for your geotechnical engineering, rock mechanics, geological, hydrogeological, and environmental services needs. We look forward to the opportunity to work with you and deliver exceptional results that exceed your expectations.
Our Services
Underground Mine Stability
Coal Combustion Residuals Management
Underground Mine Stability
Our consulting firm offers expert underground mine stability services to ensure the safety and stability of mining and underground operations.
Geotechnical Engineering
Coal Combustion Residuals Management
Underground Mine Stability
We offer comprehensive geotechnical engineering services using cutting-edge technologies and techniques to provide reliable and efficient solutions.
Coal Combustion Residuals Management
Coal Combustion Residuals Management
Coal Combustion Residuals Management
We specialize in providing expert coal combustion residuals (CCR) consulting services, focusing on groundwater compliance, containment design and CCR pond closures to ensure environmental safety and regulatory compliance.
Dam Safety
Hydrogeological
Coal Combustion Residuals Management
We offer comprehensive Dam Safety services, using our team's expertise in civil, geotechnical engineering and hydrogeological analysis to determine the safety and design solutions to improve stability of dams and related structures.
Rock Mechanics
Hydrogeological
Hydrogeological
Our consulting firm provides expert Rock Mechanics services, using advanced analytical techniques and innovative solutions to evaluate the safety and design stability of rock formations in mining, geotechnical and civil engineering projects.
Hydrogeological
Hydrogeological
Hydrogeological
We specialize in Hydrogeological services, offering expertise in aquifer testing, groundwater modeling, permitting, karst characterization, pumping test analysis, and groundwater monitoring to provide accurate assessments and customized solutions for a variety of groundwater-related projects.
Environmental Services
Impoundment and Containment Engineering
Environmental Services
We provide comprehensive Environmental services, offering expert analysis and solutions for a wide range of environmental issues, including site characterization, remediation, regulatory compliance, and impact assessments.
Mining
Impoundment and Containment Engineering
Environmental Services
With experience working at numerous active and closed mines, our consulting firm offers comprehensive Mining Services, specializing in geotechnical engineering, rock mechanics, hydrogeology, and environmental analysis to provide innovative solutions for mining projects of all scales.
Impoundment and Containment Engineering
Impoundment and Containment Engineering
Impoundment and Containment Engineering
Our Impoundment and Containment Engineering practice specializes in providing tailored solutions for water and waste impoundments, embankment and liner system engineering, hydrology and hydraulic design, and containment design.
Management and CQA
Management and CQA
Impoundment and Containment Engineering
Rocksmith also offers Geoconstruction Management and Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) services for projects we design. Our team ensures that every aspect of the project is built according to the design specifications, while also identifying and resolving any construction issues that may arise.
Rocksmith Team
Mark Haddock, P.E., R.G.
Mark Sandfort, P.E., R.G.
Mark Sandfort, P.E., R.G.
Mark is a Principal Engineer and Senior Partner (Founder) at Rocksmith responsible for leading geotechnical engineering, rock mechanics, geological, hydrogeological and environmental services projects. With over 25 years of experience as a consultant, he is an Engineer of Record for underground mine stability projects, dams, and coal ash containment and regulatory monitoring projects.
Mark Sandfort, P.E., R.G.
Mark Sandfort, P.E., R.G.
Mark Sandfort, P.E., R.G.
Mark is a Principal Engineer and Senior Partner with 35 years experience in geological engineering. His background includes geotechnical, mining and environmental projects across the United States and internationally. His primary areas of expertise include site evaluations/investigations and evaluation and stabilization of rock slopes and underground structures.
Amanda Derhake, PhD, P.E.
Mark Sandfort, P.E., R.G.
Amanda Derhake, PhD, P.E.
Amanda is a Principal Engineer and Senior Partner with over 17 years of environmental consulting experience. She has extensive experience in contaminated site investigation and remediation including both industrial and commercial facilities. She also specializes in transactional due diligence with services including environmental desktop reviews, Phase I and Phase II ESAs, assessments of environmental liability and costs, compliance evaluations, and permitting support.
Jeffrey Ingram, R.G.
Jeffrey Ingram, R.G.
Amanda Derhake, PhD, P.E.
Jeff is a Senior Geologist and Partner with over 11 years of experience, specializing in geological, hydrogeological, and environmental services. With a focus on providing innovative solutions that prioritize safety and efficiency, Jeff has successfully led numerous projects for clients in various industries.
Grant Morey
Jeffrey Ingram, R.G.
Amber Thrasher
Grant is a Staff Geologist holding degrees in Geology and Economic from the University of Tulsa with 2 years of consulting experience. He has worked on a variety of environmental projects including groundwater monitoring and modeling, as well as geotechnical projects involving data collection and analysis in soil and rock.
Amber Thrasher
Jeffrey Ingram, R.G.
Amber Thrasher
Amber is a Staff Engineer with her M.S. in Geological Engineering. With over 2 years of consulting experience, she has worked on a variety of geotechnical projects including rock and soil investigations, instrumentation, and rock stability modelling for both slope stabilization and underground mine applications. She also has CQA experience of pipeline backfill, permitted levee construction, and coal ash containments.
Ken Berry, P.E.
Peter Joplin, P.E.
Peter Joplin, P.E.
Ken is a Senior Geotechnical Consultant with over 30 years of experience in consulting and is a Professional Engineer. He has experience in managing and executing numerous geotechnical projects. Projects include slope stability analyses, water retention, shallow foundations, deep foundations, settlement, site improvement, and instrumentation.
Peter Joplin, P.E.
Peter Joplin, P.E.
Peter Joplin, P.E.
Peter is a Senior Engineer with 13 years of consulting experience in geotechnical, water resources and environmental engineering. Projects have been for clients including mines, manufacturers, power plants, DOTs, and railroads. Geotechnical projects include slope stability analysis, underground stability analysis, shallow foundations, deep foundations, and settlement. Hydrological and hydraulic projects consist primarily of storm water management design for mines and power plants in the form of conveyances and retention and detention pond design. He holds a BSCE and a MSCE from the Missouri University of Science and Technology and is a Professional Engineer.
Daniel Quick
Peter Joplin, P.E.
Jack Rasmussen
Daniel is geologist with expertise in structural geology, stratigraphy, and geologic mapping. He holds a Bachelors Degree (summa cum laude) in Geology from Missouri State University, a Masters Degree in Geology from Missouri S&T, and is currently completing a PhD in Geology through Missouri S&T.
Jack Rasmussen
Jack Rasmussen
Jack Rasmussen
Jack is a staff Geologist with a Bachelors of Science degree in Geology from the University of West Georgia. He has worked on an assortment of environmental and mining projects including groundwater monitoring, surface water sampling, geotechnical soil logging, and rock core logging.