Business Details
Expert Civil Engineering Services in Florida
With over 28 years of dedicated experience in civil and structural engineering, Sands Engineering has established itself as a trusted partner for residential and commercial clients. Founded over thirteen years ago, our firm combines deep technical expertise with a commitment to efficiency and client collaboration. Our team specializes in civil/site engineering, transportation planning, and structural design, leveraging advanced tools like Autodesk Civil products to deliver precise solutions. As a Silver level Business Member of the Florida Sheriffs Association, we prioritize community support while maintaining professional affiliations with ASCE, ITE, and NSPE. Our founder, a licensed Professional Engineer in Florida with a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Tri-State University (1994), personally oversees projects ranging from residential inspections to complex commercial developments.By embracing Floridas Private Provider Statute, we streamline permitting processes through virtual inspections and transparent third-party oversight. Our focus remains on reducing project timelines, minimizing costs, and delivering tailored engineering solutions that meet the unique needs of each client. Through continuous learning and adaptation, we ensure every project benefits from the latest industry standards and innovative practices.
Services
Residential Structural Inspections
Retaining Wall Design
Transportation Engineering
Private Provider Inspections
Foundation Inspection
Commercial Structural Design
Virtual Inspections
Site Development
Traffic Engineering
Plan Review Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 28 years of experience in civil and structural engineering.
- Our virtual inspection process expedites project timelines under Florida's Private Provider Statute.
- We provide tailored retaining wall designs using geotextiles and geogrids for soil reinforcement.
- Our founder personally oversees projects, ensuring direct access to expert decision-making.
- We maintain active memberships in ASCE, ITE, and NSPE for industry-standard compliance.
Services
Retaining Structure Design
Designing durable retaining structures using drilled piers, gabion walls, and segmental systems. We collaborate with manufacturers to select materials that meet site-specific needs, incorporating geotextiles and geogrids for soil reinforcement. Our expertise ensures solutions for projects of all scales, from small residential walls to large commercial installations.
Transportation Engineering
Comprehensive traffic engineering services including turning movement counts, lane evaluations, and intersection safety improvements. We apply ODOT criteria to assess site distances and signalization needs, working with municipalities to enhance roadway safety and efficiency. Projects include intersection realignment, boulevard design with landscaping, and traffic flow optimization.
Private Provider Inspections
Accelerating permitting through Floridas Private Provider Statute 553.791. We conduct virtual and on-site inspections for residential and commercial projects, reducing timelines by up to 30%. Services include third-party plan reviews, compliance affidavits, and coordination with AHJs to ensure code adherence while minimizing delays and re-inspection requirements.
Structural Inspection
Detailed evaluations of residential and commercial structures for code compliance and safety. Services include foundation inspections, structural repair recommendations, and low-rise building design. We provide actionable reports to address deficiencies, ensuring projects meet current building standards and client-specific requirements.
Site Development
Full-cycle site development services for commercial and residential projects. Our work includes grading plans, drainage solutions, and utility coordination. We collaborate with contractors to streamline approvals, focusing on sustainable designs that balance functionality with regulatory compliance for efficient project execution.
People
Kenneth E. Sands
President, Professional Engineer
With 28 years of civil/structural engineering experience, Kenneth founded Sands Engineering 13 years ago. A licensed Florida Professional Engineer since 1994, he specializes in residential and commercial design, virtual inspections, and transportation projects. He holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Tri-State University and actively supports the Florida Sheriffs Association.
Questions
How much time can I save on plan reviews with your services?
Plan reviews may reduce permitting cycles by up to 40% through parallel evaluations with AHJs and streamlined virtual inspections under Florida’s Private Provider Statute.
What factors determine private provider fees?
Fees depend on project urgency, scope of work, square footage, and complexity, ensuring transparent pricing tailored to specific client needs.
Do you offer virtual inspections?
Yes, we provide virtual inspections via smartphone video chat under Florida law, reducing delays by eliminating in-person scheduling conflicts.
How does the private provider process work?
We coordinate with designers and contractors to submit compliance affidavits alongside AHJ reviews, enabling faster permit issuance and managed inspection timelines.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Florida and Southwest Ohio, offering civil engineering, structural inspections, and transportation planning services across residential and commercial sectors.
