Pape-Dawson Acquires Florida-based Innerlight Engineering

Pape-Dawson continues to expand its footprint in the Sunshine State

MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pape-Dawson has acquired Innerlight Engineering, a respected Florida-based firm known for its civil engineering, surveying, and land planning expertise. The partnership expands resources for employees, enhances service to clients, and deepens support for communities in one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions.

Founded in Miramar Beach, Innerlight Engineering has earned a reputation for technical excellence and trusted client relationships throughout Northwest Florida. By joining forces, the combined team will offer a broader range of engineering and planning solutions to meet the needs of Florida’s growing communities.

This is Pape-Dawson’s fifth acquisition in Florida in the last three years, following the additions of Poulos & Bennett (2023), GradyMinor (2024), Morris Engineering (2025), and Bonnett Design Group (2025). Together, these partnerships bring local expertise and statewide resources to help shape Florida’s future.

“Florida is one of the fastest-growing states in the country. Expanding our team here means more opportunities for our employees, stronger partnerships with our clients, and a greater ability to serve Florida’s communities,” said Trey Dawson, President of Pape-Dawson. “Innerlight Engineering’s expertise and reputation in the Florida panhandle make them an ideal partner, and we are excited for what we’ll accomplish together.”

“Joining Pape-Dawson allows us to expand our services and resources while staying true to the values that have guided us from the beginning,” said David Smith, Managing Director of Innerlight Engineering. “This is an exciting step for both our employees and our clients.”

About Pape-Dawson

Founded in 1965, Pape-Dawson is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services. The firm provides a comprehensive range of services, including civil and structural engineering, environmental, landscape architecture and planning, and surveying services for development and critical infrastructure projects. The firm’s network of engineers, surveyors, technicians, landscape architects, environmental specialists, biologists, planners, and construction management professionals produce projects that impact both the quality of life and economic opportunities in the communities they serve.

To learn more, visit www.pape-dawson.com. For more information on partnering with Pape-Dawson, contact Brian Kirkpatrick, Director of Corporate Development [phone] or [e-mail].