Business Details
39 Years
experience
Trusted Engineering Peer Review Services in Virginia
Founded in 1987, the Engineers & Surveyors Institute (ESI) has dedicated over three decades to advancing engineering excellence through public-private collaboration. Our organization specializes in improving engineering plan quality, streamlining approval processes, and delivering continuing education programs for licensed professionals. With a team of experienced engineers and surveyors, we provide peer review services that enhance regulatory efficiency while maintaining strict compliance with state requirements. Our programs have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the U.S.Senate Productivity Award for Virginia. ESI maintains partnerships with multiple jurisdictions across Virginia, offering tailored solutions for land development projects while adhering to the highest industry standards. Through our innovative flat-fee system and digital platforms like ESI365, we ensure transparent, efficient service delivery that meets evolving industry needs.
Services
Peer Review Programs
Continuing Education
Plan Submission Assistance
Technical Bulletins
Jurisdiction Checklists
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- Established in 1987 with 35+ years of engineering process improvement experience
- Operates peer review programs in multiple Virginia jurisdictions
- Offers APELSCIDLA-approved continuing education for licensed professionals
- Accepted education provider in Florida, North Carolina, and Maryland
- Implements efficient flat-fee system for predictable project costs
Associations and certifications
- U. S. Senate Productivity Award for Virginia
Services
Peer Review Programs
Our peer review programs provide comprehensive evaluations of engineering plans to ensure regulatory compliance and quality standards. We offer jurisdiction-specific reviews for land development projects, including minimum submission reviews and team peer reviews. Our experienced professionals deliver timely assessments that streamline approval processes while maintaining technical accuracy.
Continuing Education
We deliver APELSCIDLA-approved continuing education programs for licensed engineers and surveyors. Our courses meet Virginia's 16-hour CECH requirement and are recognized in multiple states. The ESI365 platform provides accessible, up-to-date training materials that help professionals maintain licensure and stay current with industry developments.
Plan Submission Assistance
Our plan submission assistance services help professionals navigate complex regulatory requirements. We provide checklists, fee processing applications, and electronic submission coordination across multiple jurisdictions. This support reduces errors and accelerates approval timelines through our established partnerships with local authorities.
Technical Bulletins
We develop and distribute technical bulletins that provide critical guidance for engineering professionals. These documents cover e-plan submission protocols, expedited review procedures, and stormwater management requirements. Our technical resources help maintain consistency in plan preparation and regulatory compliance.
Jurisdiction Checklists
We maintain updated jurisdiction-specific checklists for plan submissions in all our service areas. These checklists ensure complete documentation for site plans, subdivision plats, and infrastructure projects. Regular updates maintain alignment with evolving regulatory requirements across Fairfax County, Alexandria, Leesburg, and Loudoun County.
People
Sohaila Shekib
Senior Staff Engineer for Fairfax County
Sohaila Shekib manages Fairfax County's ESI program with expertise in peer review processes and regulatory compliance. She coordinates plan submissions and provides technical support to engineering professionals.
Bill Missell
Senior Staff Engineer for City of Alexandria
Bill Missell oversees Alexandria's ESI program with extensive experience in plan review and team peer review coordination. He manages electronic submission processes and technical guidance for local engineers.
Sue Wolford
Senior Staff Reviewer for Loudoun County
Sue Wolford leads Loudoun County's ESI program with expertise in minimum submission reviews and plan completeness assessments. She coordinates electronic submissions and provides technical support across multiple jurisdictions.
Questions
What peer review services does ESI offer?
ESI provides minimum submission reviews and team peer reviews for land development plans across multiple Virginia jurisdictions.
How does ESI's fee schedule work?
Our flat-fee system covers plan reviews with pre-determined costs based on plan type and jurisdiction, avoiding unexpected charges.
Do ESI courses meet Virginia's CE requirements?
Yes, all ESI classes satisfy Virginia's 16 Continuing Education Credit Hours (CECH) requirement for license renewal.
How do I submit plans to ESI?
Plans are submitted electronically through jurisdiction-specific platforms with required documentation and fees processed via ESI's system.
Is ESI recognized outside Virginia?
Yes, ESI is an accepted education provider in Florida, North Carolina, and Maryland for professional development credits.
