Our Company
Foundation Test Group (FTG) is a certified Women-Owned (WBE) engineering and testing company that has provided geotechnical engineering, environmental, and geoscience services since our incorporation in 2002.
We specialize in shallow and deep foundation design and inspection, shaft inspection, SID, load testing, cross-hole sonic logging (CSL), thermal integrity testing, other non-destructive testing techniques, instrumentation design and monitoring, but also perform traditional geotechnical investigations, construction inspection services, environmental due diligence studies, and karst terrain studies.
Our primary goal is to deliver sustainable, cost-effective designs that create value for our clients and the surrounding community.
Our Approach
At Foundation Test Group, our strength is built on our people and our approach to our client’s goals and requirements.
Our training program enhances academic knowledge, professional development, personal strengths, and field experience—ensuring every task is performed by uniquely qualified personnel.
We tailor each project to maximize quality and performance through an innovative approach grounded in strong core values. In our specialty niche, value is best achieved through collaboration—meeting project needs in a timely, competent, and schedule-conscious manner.
From Our President
Foundation Test Group, Inc. is committed to delivering efficient, cost-effective solutions across every phase of your project—from conception to final delivery.
Our dedicated staff brings the autonomy and expertise needed to support every element of design and construction through timely response and project-specific focus.
We proudly offer specialized services including:
- Cross-hole Sonic Logging (CSL), enabling precise integrity testing for deep foundations
- Construction Materials Testing, ensuring compliance, performance, and durability
- Geotechnical Instrumentation and Monitoring, for accurate subsurface monitoring and analysis
- Load Testing, validating geo-structural capacity and field performance
No matter how large or small our role, we consider it a privilege to support critical infrastructure projects representing trillions of dollars in adjusted GDP. We remain committed to responsible design, construction, and management that supports our nation’s growing infrastructure.
At FTG, we connect engineering’s past, present, and future—blending the art and science of construction to create sustainable, resilient solutions.
Diana L. Goodwin, P.G., MSCEM, ENV.SP
President, Foundation Test Group, Inc.
Women-Owned Business, WBE 03-352
Safety, Innovation & Responsibility
Rock Solid Safety is fundamental to everything we do.
We recognize the need for progressive, innovative skills that promote lifecycle value while maintaining a strong commitment to safety—for both our people and infrastructure.
Our collaborative approach reflects a broader responsibility to engineering—delivering solutions that leave a sustainable, environmentally conscious footprint through innovation, cost-effectiveness, performance, and efficiency.
We support inclusive talent across:
- Geotechnical engineering
- Instrumentation design and implementation
- Environmental science
- Deep foundation design and remediation
- Materials testing and inspection
- Construction engineering management
Our People & Commitment
To support our vision, we invest in a highly trained staff through continuous training, professional licensing, and experiential learning.
Relentless in our ethical and dedicated approach, FTG is committed to delivering quality, tailored services grounded in strong core values—while building lasting client relationships.
We articulate value through a clear understanding of real data collected using state-of-the-art technologies, applied specifically to each project.
At FTG, we are future-forward—making your project matter most.
Where We Work
Our main office in Owings Mills, Maryland is conveniently located near Baltimore’s beltway, allowing efficient access throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
FTG supports projects from New England through the Mid-Atlantic and into the South, and Mid-West. We have no boundaries when it comes to meeting our clients’ needs.
Our service response, people, advanced testing capabilities, and commitment to excellence continue to drive FTG forward across all project types. At FTG, we are future-forward—making your project matter most.
Ready to discuss your next project? Contact our office today.
