Meet the Team

Personal. Professional. Proactive.

Clients trust the Civil 1 team to achieve their site development objectives. Our professionals are consulted from the conceptual stages of a project through the completion of construction. We harness the power of collaboration, embracing a team approach and working towards shared goals with our co-workers, clients, consulting partners, stakeholders and community.

Curtis C. Jones, P.E., LEED AP

President

Curt’s primary goal is making his clients successful. He maintains a powerful professional network that allows him to assemble customized teams to accomplish project goals. As Civil 1’s founder and President, he is personally involved with each and every project undertaken by the firm.

Curt has demonstrated a consistent ability to use his diverse experience to bring clarity and insight to complex project problems. As a land use professional and longtime resident of Litchfield County, he is extremely well-versed in the requirements and intricacies of local land use planning and zoning. 

His experience and commitment to public service provides him the understanding, disposition and fortitude to effectively work with diverse groups to achieve beneficial solutions to complex land management issues.

He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree, Cum Laude, in Civil Engineering from the University of New Haven and is a licensed Professional Engineer in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont as well as holding LEED AP accreditation from the U.S. Green Building Council.

When he’s not at the office, Curt can be found hiking the outdoors, playing with his grandkids, reading or flying.

Brian J. Baker, P.E., CPESC®, CPSWQ

Director of Engineering

Since joining Civil 1 in 1997, Brian has masterfully secured hundreds of land use approvals throughout the State of Connecticut. In his role as Director of Engineering, he is responsible for ensuring the delivery of quality engineering services that the firm is known for. Brian has been instrumental in building Civil 1’s unified and efficacious team, working closely with project managers and engineers to ensure schedules and budgets stay on track. His background in customer service, gained during his tenure at Toyota in California, helps him proactively diagnose and resolve issues. A results-driven leader, he focuses on identifying the best solutions for the challenges posed by his clients, utilizing the diverse skills of Civil 1’s in-house team and consulting partners and applying the necessary resources to get the job done.

Brian received his Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering at Lafayette College. In addition to his Connecticut Professional Engineer license, he holds CPESC and CPSWQ accreditation for proficiency in erosion and sediment control and stormwater quality management. 

When he’s not at work, Brian can be found hiking, fishing and driving his three children to their hockey games and other sporting events throughout the greater New England area.

Emily Jones, P.E.

Project Manager

Emily brings nearly a decade of engineering experience to the Civil 1 team. She has been actively involved in managing hundreds of diverse projects since joining the firm. In her role as Project Manager, she is responsible for site planning, utility design, grading and drainage studies. Prior to serving in this role, Emily worked as a Mechanical Engineer at Pratt and Whitney, responsible for overseeing the schedule and delivery of JSF35 Fighter Jet test engines. This experience gave her unique insight relative to complex project management involving multiple departments, schedules, budgets and fulfillment.

She earned her Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic University, and is a licensed Professional Engineer in Connecticut.

When she’s not at work, Emily enjoys traveling and fine-tuning her project management skills while raising her two children.

Trusted Site Development Partners

Our team of land development specialists help clients realize their property’s greatest potential. We have the technical expertise, local experience and proven relationships to overcome the hurdles that can prevent projects from moving forward. 

Our Work

Our diverse portfolio highlights the skill, innovation, and attention to detail we bring to every project. From concept to completion, we are proud to deliver exceptional results that meet the unique needs of our clients.