22nd Jul 2026
We are delighted to announce that we have supported John Turner Consulting (JTC) in the acquisition of Northeast Geotechnical, expanding their presence in the US and marking a significant step in the Group’s continued international growth strategy. The acquisition strengthens JTC’s New England geotechnical engineering capabilities and nationwide growth initiative.
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Massachusetts, Northeast Geotechnical is a respected geotechnical engineering consultancy known for its practical, high‑quality solutions. With a team of experienced engineers offering more than 75 years of combined expertise, NEG provides services across the full project lifecycle, including site investigation, foundation engineering, construction observation, and materials testing. Its experienced team supports projects spanning commercial and residential development, infrastructure, industrial facilities, and the public sector.
“We are proud to be joining JTC and becoming part of the wider Celnor Group. This partnership creates exciting opportunities for our team and our clients, allowing us to build on our strong regional presence while contributing to a broader, international platform. We look forward to continuing to deliver the same high-quality, practical geotechnical engineering solutions our clients expect, now with enhanced resources and collaboration across the Group,” commented Glenn Olson, P.E. and Mark Zambernardi, P.E., Principal Engineers, Northeast Geotechnical.
John Turner, President of JTC, stated “From the first meeting with Glenn and Mark, I was excited and confident that Northeast Geotechnical would be an excellent cultural fit for our business. Furthermore, their technical expertise and regional strength complement our existing capabilities and support our continued growth.”
“Bringing Northeast Geotechnical into JTC is an exciting milestone for our growth in the US. Their strong regional reputation, technical expertise and client-focused approach align perfectly with our values. With Celnor Group’s support, this partnership strengthens our ability to deliver high-quality geotechnical solutions across a broader footprint, while continuing to provide the responsive, practical service our clients rely on,” added Jared Lozo, US CEO, Celnor Group.
For Celnor Group, the acquisition reflects our commitment to supporting our member companies in achieving sustainable growth and entering new markets. The addition of Northeast Geotechnical further strengthens the Group’s presence in the global geotechnical and environmental services sector, reinforcing our ambition to build a leading international platform of specialist consultancies.
Find out more about JTC and Northeast Geotechnical.
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