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Civil EngineeringCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Commercial Development Resources (CDR) is a Costa Mesa–based civil engineering firm that provides civil engineering, surveying, dry utilities, and entitlement services. It was founded in 2007 during the real estate downturn to serve as an outsourcing partner for land development work. The company serves both large corporate developers in Southern California and individual landowners, offering a development-focused approach that integrates technical services with project development support. CDR has earned industry recognition, including being named a winner of Zweig Group's Best Firms to Work For in 2023. In March 2026, the firm named Farrell as Vice President of Operations, reflecting ongoing leadership development. Based in Costa Mesa, California, the firm operates in the Southern California market and centers its practice on aligning civil engineering work with client objectives through development management.