Our Story

At The Reaves Firm, we pair a client-first philosophy with a no-nonsense approach to problem-solving. While we maintain an unassuming corporate presence, our footprint is undeniable. Our work spans every category of land development, from boutique retail spaces to the massive regional distribution centers that drive local commerce.

Built on a foundation of stability, collaboration, and continuous mentorship across generations, we bring unmatched stability to every project. We provide each partner with the dedicated, personal attention required to seamlessly navigate today’s complex physical, economic, environmental, and regulatory landscapes.

A Legacy Of Leadership

1976: Sam Reaves founded the company as Sam Reaves Engineering. While Sam possessed deep structural engineering expertise, his true passion was land development. He intentionally built a specialized team to pursue that vision, leading the firm until his retirement in 2007. Over time, the company grew into Reaves Sweeney and Marcom, Inc. alongside partners Robert Sweeney and Harvey Marcom.

2002: Harvey C. Marcom, P.E., who joined the firm in 1985, served as its leader from 2002 until his passing in 2021. A detail-oriented project manager with a background in civil and structural engineering, Harvey earned lifelong client loyalty and was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Memphis Chapter of Lambda Alpha International in 2018.

2021: Lee Davidson stepped into executive leadership until his retirement in 2025. As the firm's longest-tenured employee, Lee originally joined Sam Reaves in 1976 as part of the initial, hand-picked civil engineering team.

Present: Today, The Reaves Firm thrives under the leadership of President Mike Davis, who has been an integral part of the company's growth since joining in 1983.