Business Details
7 Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering Services in Edgewood, MD
Founded in 2019, Essayons Engineering Services is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business dedicated to delivering sustainable engineering solutions. Our team, led by Andrew Whaley, a professional engineer and former U.S. Army Engineer Officer with 20 years of experience, specializes in minimizing environmental impacts through civil engineering, land surveying, and drone services. We serve residential, commercial, and government clients across Maryland, Washington D.C., Southeastern Pennsylvania, and Northern Virginia. Our approach combines practical science with innovative problem-solving to address complex challenges in site design, stormwater management, and infrastructure development. We prioritize full-service support from initial surveying to post-construction compliance, ensuring projects meet regulatory standards and client needs.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our use of advanced technologies like UAS drones for precise data collection and our focus on environmentally sensitive design practices. With a background in both military and private-sector engineering, we bring proven expertise to every project, emphasizing transparency, reliability, and client partnership. Our services include construction inspection, as-built documentation, and permitting assistance, backed by a dedication to exceeding industry standards. We pride ourselves on adaptability, using customized solutions rather than cookie-cutter approaches, and maintaining open communication throughout every project phase. Our goal is to provide value-driven engineering that balances development needs with ecological responsibility.
Services
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Inspection Services
Drone Services
Stormwater Management
Construction Management
Site Design
As-Built Documentation
Permitting Services
Environmental Solutions
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We have 20 years of experience in civil engineering and construction management.
- Our team consists of certified experts with extensive military and private-sector backgrounds.
- We provide environmentally sensitive design to reduce impacts on ecosystems.
- We offer drone services with state-of-the-art UAS technology for precise data collection.
- We are a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business committed to excellence.
Associations and certifications
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107
Services
Civil Engineering
We provide comprehensive civil engineering services for small to medium development projects, including site layout, grading, stormwater management, and utility design. Our team ensures compliance with local regulations through sediment control plans, wetland permits, and stormwater certifications. With expertise in both residential and commercial projects, we deliver sustainable solutions that balance development needs with environmental protection.
Land Surveying
Our land surveying services include site, utility, and stormwater assessments using advanced technologies like real-time kinematic GPS. We produce detailed topographic maps and boundary surveys to support construction planning and regulatory submissions. Our surveyors combine engineering precision with field expertise to ensure accurate data for infrastructure projects, property development, and as-built documentation.
Drone Services
We offer FAA-certified drone services for photogrammetry, 3D modeling, and construction progress monitoring. Our UAS pilots capture high-resolution orthophotos and oblique imagery to support infrastructure inspections and site analysis. These services enhance project accuracy through real-time data collection for bridge inspections, property assessments, and pre-construction documentation.
Construction Inspection
Our inspection services ensure construction projects meet design specifications and regulatory standards. We conduct NPDES SWPPP compliance checks, stormwater BMP evaluations, and illicit discharge investigations. With experienced engineers overseeing grading, utilities, and stormwater systems, we provide detailed reporting to maintain project integrity and environmental compliance throughout the construction lifecycle.
Stormwater Management
We design and certify stormwater management systems to reduce environmental impacts from land development. Our services include detention pond design, stream restoration, and erosion control planning. By integrating sustainable practices with regulatory requirements, we create solutions that manage runoff while protecting water quality for residential, commercial, and government infrastructure projects.
People
Andrew Whaley
Founder & Professional Engineer
Andrew Whaley is a licensed Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor with 20 years of experience in military and civil engineering projects. As a former U.S. Army Engineer Officer, he led infrastructure development in combat zones and private industry before founding Essayons Engineering Services. His expertise spans site design, stormwater management, and drone technology applications.
Questions
What engineering services do you specialize in?
We specialize in civil engineering for site design, stormwater management, land surveying, drone-based documentation, and construction inspection services.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve Maryland, Washington D.C., Southeastern Pennsylvania, and Northern Virginia with local regulatory expertise.
How experienced is your team?
Our founder has 20 years of engineering experience, including military infrastructure projects and private-sector development.
Do you offer drone surveying services?
Yes, we provide FAA-certified drone services for topographic mapping, construction monitoring, and infrastructure inspections.
Are you a veteran-owned business?
Yes, we are a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) certified by the U.S. government.
What permitting assistance do you provide?
We handle stormwater permits, wetland disturbance approvals, driveway access permits, and utility connection authorizations.
