Business Details
33 Years
experience
Expert Civil Engineering Services in Orlando
Burkett Engineering has been delivering engineering excellence since 1993, dedicated to providing clients with integrity-driven solutions for land development projects. Founded by William Burkett, our firm has built a legacy of 30+ years of expertise in residential, commercial, and institutional engineering. Under the leadership of Clifford Alejos and Sean Hickman, both licensed Professional Engineers, we continue to prioritize transparency, honesty, and meticulous attention to client needs. Our team combines advanced technical capabilities with deep knowledge of Floridas regulatory landscape to navigate complex land development challenges. We specialize in land planning, rezoning, permitting, and construction administration, ensuring projects meet compliance standards while maximizing investment value.With strong relationships across municipal, county, and state jurisdictions, we streamline bureaucratic processes to deliver efficient results. Our commitment to personalized service ensures every client receives tailored strategies rather than generic solutions. As a full-service civil engineering firm, we handle all stagesfrom concept planning to final inspectionswhile maintaining open communication throughout the project lifecycle. Our decades of combined experience position us to address land development demands across Floridas diverse ecosystems and regulatory environments, upholding our founding principle of Engineering with Integrity.
Services
Land Planning
Rezoning
Permitting
Construction Administration
Expert Testimony
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We combine 30+ years of Florida-specific civil engineering experience with licensed expertise.
- Our transparent communication keeps you informed throughout every project phase.
- Personalized service ensures tailored solutions aligned with your unique project needs.
- We guarantee follow-through with demonstrated reliability in meeting commitments.
- Our established relationships with regulatory bodies streamline permitting and compliance processes.
Services
Land Planning
Our land planning service optimizes parcel utilization through state-of-the-art software and regulatory expertise. We analyze zoning requirements, environmental constraints, and market potential to create profitable development strategies tailored to client goals. Our engineers collaborate with municipalities to ensure compliance while maximizing land value for residential, commercial, and institutional projects.
Rezoning
We facilitate property rezoning through comprehensive analysis of local ordinances and jurisdictional requirements. Our team prepares technical documentation, secures necessary approvals, and navigates administrative processes to align land use with client objectives. This service includes stakeholder coordination and strategy development for successful rezoning outcomes.
Permitting
Our permitting service streamlines acquisition of municipal, county, and state approvals for land development projects. Leveraging established relationships with regulatory agencies, we prepare documentation, address compliance issues, and expedite approval timelines. This includes environmental permitting, building permits, and specialized approvals required for project execution.
Construction Administration
We provide full-cycle construction administration covering project scheduling, documentation management, and regulatory compliance monitoring. Our team coordinates inspections, processes change orders, and ensures adherence to approved plans throughout construction phases. This service maintains alignment between engineering designs and field implementation while addressing emerging challenges.
Expert Testimony
Licensed Professional Engineers offer expert testimony services for land development-related legal proceedings. We provide technical analysis, regulatory interpretations, and professional opinions in arbitration or litigation contexts. This includes evaluating engineering practices, compliance issues, and providing clear, fact-based testimony to support legal decision-making processes.
People
Clifford Alejos
President
Clifford Alejos, PE, co-purchased Burkett Engineering in 2022 after working with founder Bill Burkett. He leads the firm's technical operations, applying 15+ years of Florida civil engineering experience to land development projects while maintaining the company's integrity-driven philosophy.
Sean Hickman
Director
Sean Hickman, PE, co-founder and director with Clifford Alejos, brings extensive civil engineering expertise to Burkett Engineering. His leadership focuses on operational excellence and client relationship management while continuing the legacy of engineering integrity established by Bill Burkett.
Dan Hayes
Senior Project Manager
Senior Project Manager Dan Hayes oversees complex land development initiatives, combining technical proficiency with project management expertise. With 12 years of experience in Florida's regulatory environment, he ensures seamless execution of engineering plans while maintaining strict compliance standards for residential and commercial developments.
Holly V. Kapherr
Marketing Director
Marketing Director Holly V. Kapherr, MFA, manages client communications and brand development strategies. Her background in creative direction enhances the firm's outreach efforts, ensuring consistent messaging that reflects Burkett Engineering's commitment to engineering excellence and client-focused solutions.
Pedro Martinez
Project Engineer
Project Engineer Pedro Martinez specializes in technical design and regulatory compliance analysis. He applies advanced engineering principles to land development challenges, supporting project teams with analytical insights and field-tested solutions that align with jurisdictional requirements across Florida.
Questions
Are you licensed to perform civil engineering services statewide?
Yes, our Professional Engineers hold Florida state licenses enabling statewide engineering services.
Can you handle surveying or geotechnical analysis in-house?
We focus on civil engineering but maintain trusted partnerships for surveying, geotechnical work, and architectural services.
What information is needed for initial project discussions?
Provide the property address, parcel ID, and existing project documentation for effective discovery calls.
How do you manage project schedules and timelines?
We use advanced project management software to track milestones, budgets, and personnel assignments for timely delivery.
What due diligence steps assess project feasibility?
Our process includes permit history analysis, survey reviews, GIA Maps, and environmental assessments to evaluate project viability.
