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Survey Technician, Justin Geddis, Passes Survey Drone Exam

We’re excited to share that one of our Survey Technicians, Justin Geddis, has passed his FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot Exam with an outstanding 92%!

The Part 107 exam is no small feat—it covers critical topics such as FAA regulations, airspace classifications, weather patterns, and safe flight procedures for small, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Earning this certification is a key requirement for commercial drone operation and reflects a strong understanding of safe and responsible flight practices.

Justin’s achievement positions him to play an even greater role in our survey drone program, enhancing our ability to capture accurate, efficient, and high-quality data from the field.

Congratulations, Justin!

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TFMoran is a Proud Ally of the NH Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence!

TFMoran is proud to be an Ally Sponsor the 2026 NH Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence (NHCADSV) Oscar Barn Fundraiser. This important event supports the Coalition’s work to prevent violence before it occurs and to ensure high-quality services are available to victims and survivors of crime.

Founded in the 1970s during the height of the women’s movement, NHCADSV has collaborated with local, state, and federal partners to pursue the shared goal of ending domestic and sexual violence. Today, the Coalition is a statewide network of 12 member programs, dedicated to providing survivors with comprehensive support, advancing education and prevention initiatives, influencing public policy, and promoting social change—all in the pursuit of a safer New Hampshire for everyone.

If you or someone you know needs help, support, or information, you can call the statewide helpline to talk with an advocate. In emergency situations, call 911. 

NH’s 24/7 Statewide Helpline: 1-866-644-3574

​​The National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE

RAINN (Sexual Assault)1-800-656-HOPE

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TFMoran is a Proud Sponsor of Friends of Aine!

TFMoran is proud to continue our annual sponsorship of Friends of Aine in the new year!

Friends of Aine is a local non-profit dedicated to supporting grieving children and families. Funds raised through their events help provide free, compassionate grief support services across New Hampshire—bringing comfort, hope, and guidance to those navigating the hardest moments of their lives.

In 2026, Friends of Aine will celebrate the 15th Annual Kid’s Try-Athlon, a beloved community event where children ages 4–15 can swim, bike, and run—regardless of athletic ability. The race now welcomes more than 300 young participants, along with hundreds of spectators and volunteers. TFMoran is excited to sponsor the water stations throughout the course.

TFMoran is also honored to support the 10th Annual Gala as a Compassion Sponsor. This unforgettable evening will bring our community together to celebrate, support, and sustain Friends of Aine’s mission to help grieving children and families.

Events like these directly advance Friends of Aine’s work, allowing families to access the care and support they need during life’s most difficult moments.

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TFMoran is Falling for Connections with Plan NH

TFMoran was pleased to host and sponsor Plan NH’s annual Falling for Connections networking event, held last Thursday, November 13th at our Bedford office. The evening brought together more than 75 professionals from across New Hampshire’s planning, design, construction, and development communities for a lively night of conversation, collaboration, and connection.

Guests enjoyed an impressive spread of appetizers provided by Tidewater Catering of Manchester, featuring an array of small bites, passed hors d’oeuvres. A full selection of beverages and refreshments helped round out the warm, welcoming atmosphere along with and fall-themed cupcakes for the night’s sweet treat.

In addition to our support, the event was also sponsored by NH Saves, whose ongoing commitment to energy-efficiency initiatives plays an important role in helping communities and organizations across the state make informed, sustainable improvements.

TFMoran was thrilled with the strong turnout and the positive feedback received throughout the night. Events like Falling for Connections provide valuable opportunities to strengthen relationships, share ideas, and support the professional networks that help drive thoughtful planning and development in New Hampshire.

TFMoran is proud to continue partnering with Plan NH and supporting their mission to foster healthy, vibrant, and resilient communities. Thank you to everyone who joined us—we look forward to connecting again soon!

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TFMoran Attends Abbott Court Groundbreaking Ceremony

On Wednesday, November 12, TFMoran joined project partners, Town of Derry officials, and community members to celebrate the ceremonial groundbreaking of the Abbott Court Redevelopment Project in downtown Derry, NH.

As the civil engineering, structural engineering, and landscape architecture partner on the project, TFMoran is proud to support this transformational development that will bring new housing, parking, and commercial opportunities to the heart of the community.

The event featured remarks from local leaders and project partners, including representatives from Harvey Construction, Built Form, LLC, Lansing Melbourne Group, Randall-Paulson Architects,Desman Parking Consultants, and the Town of Derry, who spoke about the collaboration that brought this long-envisioned project to life. The Derry Fire and Police Departments were also on hand, offering support. Refreshments were provided as the group officially broke ground.

The Abbott Court project will deliver significant downtown revitalization, including:

  • NEW Units of market-rate housing

  • A NEW parking structure

  • Improved connectivity with the adjacent Derry Rail Trail

TFMoran’s team has been deeply involved in planning and design efforts to help transform this former brownfield site into a vibrant, mixed-use development that will enhance walkability, support local businesses, and attract new residents to downtown Derry.

This groundbreaking marks a major step forward in a project that will catalyze future investment and long-term economic growth in the community. TFMoran is honored to contribute engineering expertise to this important public-private partnership and looks forward to supporting progress as construction continues!

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TFMoran supports McKelvie School Move-A-Thon

TFMoran is proud to sponsor the McKelvie Intermediate School Move-A-Thon, an annual fundraiser that helps provide students and teachers with valuable classroom and campus resources.

Over the years, Move-A-Thon donations have supported new Chromebooks, playground and courtyard improvements, and teacher “wish list” items that enhance learning. This year’s proceeds will go toward updating student spaces in the library, adding to the playground, and funding new instructional tools for teachers.

Due to weather, this year’s event was held on Wednesday, October 29th, bringing students, teachers, and volunteers together for a fun day of movement and school spirit. The Move-A-Thon is McKelvie’s only annual fundraiser, with 100% of proceeds directly benefiting the school.

TFMoran is always happy to continue supporting McKelvie’s efforts to create an engaging and enriching environment for its students!

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A Spooktacular TGIF Celebration at TFMoran!

This past Friday, at our Bedford office, TFMoran employees celebrated being named one of Business NH Magazine’s 2025 “Best Companies to Work For” with a festive Halloween TGIF bash!

Employees enjoyed the beautiful fall afternoon outdoors with rounds of Mini Golf courtesy of Mini Golf On The Go. Nine creative holes were set up across our back lawn, where teammates showed off their putting skills, shared plenty of laughs, and proved that collaboration is par for the course at TFMoran!

Inside, we indulged in the perfect fall comfort food combo— from Mr. Mac’s in plenty of unique mac flavors: Beef Taco, BBQ Pulled Pork, Hot Honey, and Classic paired with a variety of the famous crispy chicken tenders in classic, coconut, hot and spicy, and buffalo from Puritan Backroom! We topped the afternoon off with two perfectly themed ice cream flavors from Inside Scoop: Pumpkin Oreo and Vanilla with M&Ms. It was the sweetest way to wrap up a perfect autumn day — no tricks, just treats!

Costumes were encouraged, and employees voted for their favorites in three categories: Funniest, Most Classic/Scariest, and Most Creative. Congratulations to our winners:

Funniest: Robin Carter, Accounting Assistant – Alien Abduction
Most Classic/ Scariest: Sophie Haddock, Assistant Land Planner/Landscape Designer – Pirate
Most Creative: Jennifer Porter, Senior Traffic Engineer – Traffic Light (complete with working lights!)

The spirit of Halloween — mixed with the pride of being named one of the Best Companies to Work For — made for a wickedly fun afternoon celebrating teamwork, creativity, and a company culture that’s truly a treat.

Happy Halloween from all of us at TFMoran!

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TFMoran Supporting the Next Generation of Surveyors!

This past weekend, our Assistant Survey Department Manager, Najad Ghanbari, LLS, wrapped up a mentorship program with the University of Maine.

Najad had the opportunity to mentor Roger Lawrence, an arborist with the City of Concord, who is pursuing a career change into the surveying field. Roger reached out seeking guidance for his in-person lab work as part of his online surveying courses — and Najad was happy to help!

We’re proud to see members of our team like Najad sharing their expertise and supporting future professionals in the industry. Keep up the great work!

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TFMoran Sponsors the Great Island 5K!

TFMoran was proud to sponsor the 31st annual Great Island 5K in New Castle, NH — a scenic, family-friendly race that supports local charities across the Seacoast.

This year, our COO, Dylan Cruess and his wife Katrina, participated in the race. Dylan and Katrina ran while also pushing baby Charlotte along the course in her carriage! It was a great family outing and a fun way to support a meaningful cause.

The Great Island 5K is a nonprofit organization that donates 100% of its proceeds to charitable causes, including scholarships for college-bound seniors and support for local school athletic programs. Over the past 31 years, the race has raised nearly $400,000 for organizations throughout the Seacoast community!

TFMoran enjoyed sponsoring a well-run community event that supports great local causes.

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TFMoran Promotes Blais to Senior Vice President and Construction Support Services Manager

TFMoran is proud to announce the promotion of Daniel Blais, CPESC to Senior Vice President and Construction Support Services Manager. Dan has over 30 years of experience in project planning, site engineering, permit processing, and construction engineering support services. Dan oversees TFMoran’s stormwater compliance group. His years of experience working with regulators and contractors ensure projects are constructed efficiently and in full conformance with all necessary stormwater compliance items

Blais holds a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering, ABT and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of New Hampshire. He also served as a visiting scholar at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics. He is a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) and a Certified Erosion, Sediment, and Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI). Dan is a former Chairman of the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) Water Quality Standards Advisory Committee and the Environment Committee of the Associated General Contractors of New Hampshire. He is also an active member of the Government & Legislative Affairs Committee of the New Hampshire Home Builders Association and represents them on the USEPA Construction General Permit Rules Advisory Panel.

Congratulations Dan!