KSA Officially Rebrands to Pape-Dawson

Longview, TX (October 19, 2026) - Pape-Dawson, one of the nation's leading civil engineering and professional services firms, is proud to announce that KSA has officially rebranded and is now operating as Pape-Dawson.

Since joining Pape-Dawson in 2024, KSA has become an integral part of the firm's growing national platform, bringing nearly 50 years of expertise in aviation, municipal engineering, architecture, surveying, and construction management.

Founded in Longview, Texas in 1978, KSA has built a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects that strengthen communities across Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma. Pape-Dawson's acquisition of KSA not only brought added resources and geographic reach, but it also established the firm's Aviation business line, which has since been strengthened by the addition of Coffman Associates.

"Bringing the KSA team under the Pape-Dawson name reflects the strength of our partnership and our shared vision for the future," says Michael Preiss, Chief Operating Officer, Texas Region. "Together, we're able to offer clients a broader range of expertise while continuing to provide the responsive, local service they've always valued."

"For our clients, this transition is about continuity with added opportunity," says Mitch Fortner, former President and CEO of KSA and now Principal at Pape-Dawson. "The trusted teams they work with remain the same, now backed by the expanded expertise, broader service offerings, and professional resources Pape-Dawson provides. It's an exciting step that positions both our employees and our clients for long-term success."

Press Release: KSA Officially Rebrands to Pape-Dawson