23-05-2025
- Business
- Business Journals
Solving Ohio's traffic challenges with smarter engineering
Columbus is booming — and so are its infrastructure demands. As new neighborhoods rise, retail corridors expand and logistics hubs break ground, the pressure on local roadways and permitting systems keeps mounting.
For developers, retailers and real estate teams, navigating these complexities requires more than just engineering — it takes a partner who brings clarity, speed and results. That's where Wooster and Associates stands out.
With 20+ years of experience in Ohio and 50+ years in the industry, Wooster is trusted by major brands and developers to deliver practical traffic and civil engineering solutions that keep projects moving.
Ohio-built expertise
From Sheetz, Giant Eagle and McDonald's, to large-scale mixed-use and residential developments, Wooster's work across Central Ohio serves as a blueprint for growth-ready design. Their team has supported transformative projects in Westlake, Mentor, New Albany and Columbiana — blending local insight with proven processes.
'We've worked in Columbus long enough to understand the pace and complexity here,' says Josh Haydo, PE, PTOE, Deputy COO and Traffic Team Manager. 'Traffic impact studies, site access design, traffic signal design, and corridor planning all have to be done precisely and quickly — because delays ripple across an entire development timeline.'
Jerrod Crosby, PE, Wooster's COO and design team manager, has deep ties to the region as an Ohio University alum. 'Columbus is where Ohio's growth story is unfolding,' Crosby says. 'We're proud to support that growth with engineering that's practical, precise and rooted in decades of Ohio experience.'
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Collaborating for success
Wooster's integrated approach thrives on partnerships — not only with developers and national brands, but also with architects, fellow engineering firms, construction companies and municipalities. Working side by side with project teams ensures designs are built for smooth execution.
'Strong collaboration is at the heart of every successful project,' Haydo adds. 'We value the expertise of our partners, and our job is to make sure everything aligns — from access points to utilities and traffic flow.'
Data centers and distribution: Meeting new market demands
Columbus's rise as a national data center and logistics hub has expanded Wooster's role. With a surge of high-tech and industrial projects, demand for traffic and site civil engineering — including utility coordination, drainage systems and transportation evaluations — has soared.
'Data center projects are intricate and require synchronization across all site elements,' says Adam Law, director of land development.
'Our team focuses on practical designs that anticipate challenges and keep the infrastructure aligned, from earthwork to stormwater systems.'
Services built for speed and precision
Wooster offers full-service solutions, including:
Traffic engineering: Impact studies, trip generation, signal designs and corridor optimization.
Highway design: Roadway layouts, traffic control plans, ADA compliance and simulations.
Site civil engineering: Grading, stormwater management, erosion control, utility planning and environmental permitting.
This integrated approach — enhanced by strong partnerships — helps Wooster avoid costly slowdowns and deliver straightforward solutions. Their deep understanding of local jurisdictions and ODOT requirements keeps projects moving.
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A partner developers count on
Wooster's reputation for trust, transparency and proactive communication has made them a go-to partner for developers, architects, engineers, contractors and municipalities alike. From concept to ribbon-cutting, their team keeps timelines on track and projects aligned.
'Traffic engineering today is about far more than cars and trucks — it's about making entire sites function smoothly,' says Crosby.
