THE AXIS OF INFRASTRUCTURE.
WHERE DESIGN MEETS EXECUTION.
UTILITY DESIGN & ENGINEERING BUILT FOR REAL-WORLD DELIVERY.
DESIGNED TO PERFORM.
Infraxis delivers utility engineering solutions that connect design, permitting, construction support, project management, and closeout into one streamlined delivery process.
PRACTICAL, SCALABLE, CONSTRUCTION-READY ENGINEERING.
Built around field-aware design, clear deliverables, and scalable workflows for infrastructure programs.
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End-to-End
CONCEPT THROUGH CLOSEOUT
Field Built
CONSTRUCTIBLE DESIGN FOCUS
OSP & ISP
FIBER NETWORK DESIGN
Permitting
JURISDICTIONAL COORDINATION
Scalable
LARGE PROGRAM SUPPORT
ABOUT INFRAXIS
Engineering infrastructure with clarity, accountability, and field experience.
Infraxis was built to help telecom and utility projects move from concept to construction with less confusion, fewer delays, and stronger execution.
Who We Are
Infraxis is a utility design and engineering firm focused on delivering practical, buildable solutions that move projects from concept through construction with precision and accountability. Our team brings together deep technical expertise and real-world field experience to design infrastructure that works not just on paper, but in the field and on schedule.
Driven by integrity, exceptional quality, and innovative problem-solving, we take a proactive approach to every project. We anticipate challenges, navigate complex permitting and jurisdictional requirements, and keep stakeholders aligned from planning through construction. We understand the pressures of construction schedules, regulatory approvals, and funding commitments, so we design solutions that minimize risk, eliminate unnecessary delays, and keep projects moving forward with confidence.
At our core, we are built on people and partnerships. We invest in the growth of our team and operate as a true extension of our clients because we only succeed if you do. This commitment to alignment, accountability, and results is what allows us to consistently deliver high-performing infrastructure at any scale.
Infraxis is proud to serve as The Axis of Infrastructure, connecting design, engineering, permitting, and construction into one seamless, reliable system.
CORE VALUES
OUR SERVICES
UTILITY ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS FOR EVERY PHASE OF YOUR PROJECT.
We combine technical expertise with real-world field experience to create practical, buildable designs that move projects forward without delays. Whether expanding rural broadband or supporting large-scale infrastructure builds, we focus on efficiency, accuracy, and results.
SERVICES
Telecom Network Design & Engineering
• Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) Design
• Longhaul / Middle Mile Fiber Design
• Distribution & Feeder Design
• Backbone Network Design
• Pole Line Design
• Make-Ready Engineering
• Strand Mapping
• Network Route Planning
• Utility Coordination
• OSP (Outside Plant) Design
• ISP (Inside Plant) Design
• As-Built Development
Permitting & Jurisdictional Support
• Right-of-Way Permitting
• DOT Permitting
• Railroad Permitting
• Environmental Permitting
• Floodplain / FEMA Coordination
• Traffic Control Plan Development
• Specialized Permit Management
• Municipal Permit Coordination
• Encroachment Permits
• Utility Crossing Coordination
• Agency Liaison Services
GIS & Mapping Services
• GIS Data Development
• ArcGIS / QGIS Mapping
• Interactive Web Maps
• Utility Asset Mapping
• Waterway GIS Mapping
• Spatial Analysis
• Field Collection Integration
• Mobile GIS Solutions
• Fiber Network Inventory
• Pole Inventory Systems
• Digital Twin / Infrastructure Modeling
• Customer Portal Mapping
• Redline & As-Built GIS Updates
Field Engineering & Data Collection
• Pole Collection
• Route Walkouts
• Construction Rideouts
• SUE (Subsurface Utility Engineering)
• GPS Surveying
• Utility Audits
• Existing Conditions Verification
• Fiber Route Validation
• Underground Utility Locating Coordination
• Quality Control Inspections
Construction Support Services
• Construction Management
• Resident Engineering
• Bid Package Preparation
• BOM (Bill of Materials) Development
• Cost Estimating
• Contractor Coordination
• RFI Response Support
• Construction Staking
• Inspection Services
• Post-Construction Audits
• Punch List Development
• Closeout Documentation
Program & Project Management
• Program Management
• Client Representation
• Vendor Management
• Schedule Management
• Production Tracking
• Smartsheet / Dashboard Reporting
• Budget Forecasting
• Workflow Automation
• QA/QC Programs
Utility & Power Coorindation
• Joint Use Applications
• Pole Attachment Applications
• Pole Loading Analysis
• Electrical Clearance Review
• Power Utility Coordination
• NESC Compliance Review
• Make-Ready Package Development
Other Utility Engineering Services
• Water, Sewer & Storm Design
• Gas & Electric Utility Coordination
• Underground Utility Design
• Utility Relocation & Conflict Resolution
• Drainage & ROW Coordination
• Infrastructure Planning & Support
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Specialized / Emerging Services
• Smart City Infrastructure
• Broadband Grant Support
• BEAD Program Support
• Rural Broadband Expansion
• Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
• Fiber Network Master Planning
• Data Center Connectivity Design
• Municipal Broadband Consulting
FIELD-FIRST THINKING
Designs are reviewed through the lens of real-world constructability.
CLEAR COMMUNICATION
We keep stakeholders aligned with direct updates and practical documentation.
RELIABLE DELIVERY
Focused on quality, consistency, accountability, and schedule integrity.
SCALABLE SUPPORT
Built to support both individual projects and larger deployment programs.
TECHNOLOGY STACK
ORGANIZED TOOLS FOR EVERY PHASE OF DELIVERY.
Infraxis uses a professional software ecosystem across design, GIS, field collection, analysis, project management, and documentation supporting accurate, scalable, and field-ready delivery.
GIS
ArcGIS
GIS mapping, spatial analysis, utility records, route review, and project data management.
GIS
QGIS
Open-source GIS workflows, mapping exhibits, route analysis, and spatial data cleanup.
FIBER
VETRO
Fiber management, network planning, GIS-based telecom design, and broadband deployment support.
FIBER
3GIS
Fiber network management, design data, asset tracking, and telecom project coordination.
MAP
GOOGLE EARTH
Route review, visual site analysis, constructability review, and project planning support.
FIELD
KATAPULT
Field collection, pole data capture, make-ready workflows, and attachment documentation.
POLE
O-CALC
Pole loading analysis and structural review for telecom attachments and make-ready design.
POLE
SPIDACALC
Pole analysis, loading calculations, utility attachment review, and engineering support.
PM
MICROSOFT 365
Project communication, collaboration, reporting, document management, and scheduling support.
PM
SMARTSHEET
Program management, workflow automation, resource tracking, schedule visibility, and reporting.
DESIGN
AUTOCAD
CAD drafting, plan production, construction prints, and engineering deliverables.
DOCS
BLUEBEAM
PDF review, redlines, markups, plan coordination, and document control.
PROJECT MAP
PROJECT FOOTPRINT
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OUR LEADERSHIP
EXPERIENCED LEADERSHIP BUILT AROUND EXECUTION.
Infraxis is led by professionals who understand both the design table and the realities of the field. Our leadership team focuses on accountability, constructability, communication, and delivering work that moves projects forward.
Dana Fairchild
DIRECTOR OF DESIGN & ENGINEERING
Dana is known for her strong industry relationships, collaborative leadership style, and commitment to delivering practical, high-quality engineering solutions. Throughout her career, she has earned a reputation for integrity, accountability, and consistently delivering projects that meet both client expectations and field realities.
With over 28 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, Dana has built a career spanning engineering design, field operations, project management, and executive leadership. She began her career at Lucent Technologies, working in switch provisioning, and went on to spend two decades with Qwest/CenturyLink, where she specialized in distribution and feeder engineering, as well as loop electronics, across Colorado and Idaho.
To broaden her expertise, Dana transitioned into field operations, managing teams of technicians across Idaho and Washington. This hands-on experience gave her a deep understanding of how engineering designs perform in the field and the importance of creating solutions that are both practical and constructible. She has since held engineering leadership roles with Track Utilities, Ziply Fiber, and Crown Utilities, where she built and led high-performing teams supporting large-scale telecommunications infrastructure deployments.
Throughout her career, Dana has developed strong relationships with utility companies, municipalities, permitting agencies, and clients across the western United States. She is recognized for her technical expertise and ability to navigate complex engineering and permitting challenges while keeping projects on schedule and aligned with client objectives.
Dana is passionate about building engineering teams that deliver exceptional results while fostering strong client partnerships. Her experience across engineering, field operations, and leadership enables her to bridge the gap between design and construction, ensuring projects are not only engineered correctly but also successfully built.
Areas of Expertise
Fiber Optic Network Design
Telecom Engineering
Field Operations
Utility & Municipal Partnerships
Permitting & Regulatory Compliance
Large-Scale Fiber Deployment
Design-to-Construction Coordination
Client Relationship Management
Project & Program Management
J.D. Hecht
DIRECTOR OF DESIGN & ENGINEERING
J.D. Hecht is a utility design and engineering leader with more than 25 years of experience supporting the planning, design, permitting, and execution of critical infrastructure projects across the United States. As Director of Engineering at Infraxisllc, he focuses on building scalable engineering operations, developing high-performing teams, and delivering practical, field-ready solutions that align engineering, construction, and client objectives.
Throughout his career, J.D. has led multidisciplinary engineering and fielding teams supporting fiber optic network expansion, utility coordination, make-ready engineering, underground and aerial infrastructure design, civil design, easement and right-of-way support, GIS integration, permitting, and construction support services. His experience spans telecom, utility, municipal, and large-scale infrastructure programs across both regional and national deployments.
J.D. is known for a people-first leadership style centered on accountability, collaboration, operational efficiency, and long-term client partnerships. He has extensive experience developing engineering workflows, QA/QC standards, permitting strategies, and scalable delivery systems designed to improve production timelines while maintaining high-quality deliverables.
J.D. is committed to innovation, operational excellence, and building lasting client partnerships with clients, employees, and industry stakeholders.
Areas of Expertise
Civil Design & Utility Coordination
Easement & Right-of-Way Support
Fiber Optic Network Design (FTTH / Longhaul / Middle Mile)
Engineering Operations & Team Leadership
Permitting & Jurisdictional Approvals
GIS & Technology Integration
Construction Support & Field Operations
Workflow Optimization & QA/QC Programs
Project & Program Management
Client Relations & Strategic Growth
Leadership Philosophy
J.D. believes strong teams are the foundation of every successful project. He is committed to investing in people, building a culture of accountability and collaboration, and creating long-term partnerships built on trust, communication, and execution. “Success comes from delivering practical solutions while helping both clients and employees grow together.
CONTACT INFRAXIS
LET’S BUILD SOMETHING THAT WORKS
IN THE FIELD, ON PAPER, AND ON SCHEDULE.
Contact us to discuss your next project. Whether you need design support, permitting help, field collection, construction coordination, or project closeout, Infraxis is ready to help move the work forward.
RESPONSE FOCUS
Project scope, timeline, deliverables, and next steps