Join us on October 7, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM EDT for an informative Lunch & Learn, hosted by Lennar Homes at 11555 N Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN, in the 1st Floor Conference Room.
Featuring Jake Rankin from Alt & Witzig Engineering, this session, “What’s Beneath the Site: Geotechnical Engineering for Development,” will break down the critical role soil conditions, subsurface investigations, and geotechnical reports play in determining whether a site can be developed—and what it may ultimately cost to develop it.
From poor soils and groundwater conditions to unsuitable fill, foundation requirements, earthwork, and site preparation, what lies beneath a property can significantly impact a project's feasibility, budget, design, schedule, and overall risk.
This session will give developers a practical understanding of what geotechnical engineers are actually looking for, how to interpret the findings in a geotechnical report, what red flags to identify during due diligence, and when geotechnical expertise should be brought into the development process.
Attendees will walk away better equipped to evaluate potential sites, ask the right questions before acquisition, anticipate costly site conditions, and make more informed development decisions before problems beneath the surface become expensive surprises.
Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your development knowledge, ask questions, and connect with industry professionals shaping development throughout Indianapolis!
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If you're interested in learning more about Dudes in Development, we invite you to join us for this event.
This $35 Event Access Registration* allows you to attend one of our education-first sessions and experience how our markets operate—featuring structured discussions, real-world industry insights, and meaningful professional connections.
Whether you're involved in land acquisition, development, engineering, construction, planning, environmental services, finance, consulting, or another area of the built environment, this event offers an opportunity to learn from industry professionals and engage with others who are passionate about building stronger communities.
*Plus all applicable taxes.
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