Gartley & Dorsky Engineering & Surveying, Inc., a firm with offices in Camden and Damariscotta, as well as Epping, New Hampshire, has formed an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), officially making its employees beneficial owners of the company.

"This exciting milestone underscores the firm's long-standing commitment to its people, clients, and the communities it serves," said a news release from Gartley & Dorsky.

Founded in 2003, Gartley & Dorsky has built a reputation for technical excellence and dependable service in civil engineering, structural engineering, land surveying, and environmental permitting, the release said. With the formation of the ESOP, the company is entering a new chapter—one that places ownership in the hands of the employees who drive its success every day.

“We believe the strength of Gartley & Dorsky has always been our people,” said the company's president, William Gartley. “By forming an ESOP, we’re investing in our employees’ futures while preserving the culture and client focus that have made our company what it is.”

An ESOP is a qualified retirement plan that provides employees with ownership interest in the company. For Gartley & Dorsky, it ensures continuity, fosters a deeper sense of purpose and pride in daily work, and empowers team members to take an even more active role in shaping the firm’s future, the release said.

“This is about sustainability and shared success,” said James Dorsky, Senior Vice President. “The ESOP gives us a structure that supports long-term growth and rewards the dedication our team brings to every project. It’s a win for our employees, our clients, and our community.”

“We look forward to working with each of our employee owners to continue the culture that founders Will and Jim have built into this company,” said William Lane, Vice President.

The transition to employee ownership will not change the firm’s day-to-day operations or leadership structure.

Clients can continue to expect the same high-quality service and personal attention that Gartley & Dorsky has delivered for over two decades, the release said.

Learn more about Gartley & Dorsky Engineering & Surveying at www.gartleydorsky.com.