BSI Engineering & Surveying, Inc.

Engineering, surveying, and environmental services across the southeast

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About the firm

BSI provides professional civil engineering, surveying, and environmental services across the southeastern region. Formerly known as Barrett-Simpson, Inc., the practice traces its roots to 1994 and is licensed in Alabama, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee. It utilizes advanced surveying and mapping technology alongside seasoned professionals to guide public and private sector projects from site selection and planning through engineering design and construction management.

Established
1994
Firm type
Civil Engineering · Land Surveying · Environmental Engineering

People

Blake Rice, P.E.President & CEO

Chris Rogers, P.E.Vice President & COO

Jon Ham, P.L.S.Chief Surveying Officer

Eddie Eubanks, P.L.S.Eufaula Survey Manager, Partner

Kathryn Welch, P.E.Opelika Engineering Manager, Partner

Capabilities

Assists clients with early-stage site selection and project feasibility, leveraging creative and cost-effective solutions to evaluate possibilities and establish a path to successful development.

  • Site Selection & Analysis

    Evaluates potential project locations to determine their suitability for development based on site attributes.

  • Site Assessment Reports

    Prepares detailed evaluations of site conditions and development opportunities.

  • Project Entitlement & Public Engagement

    Guides projects through regulatory approvals, zoning processes, and public hearings.

  • Conceptual Site Design & Infrastructure Planning

    Develops initial layout plans and evaluates infrastructure needs to align with project visions.

  • Sitework & Utility Feasibility Studies

    Analyzes early civil requirements and utility availability to support budgeting and design.

  • Stormwater Master Planning

    Formulates long-term storm drainage and retention strategies for development sites.

Engineering

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Provides civil design solutions for both public and private sector clients, navigating complex regulatory environments from initial concept to completion.

  • Single- & Multi-Family Residential

    Designs layouts, grading, and utilities for subdivisions and multi-family residential communities.

  • Industrial & Commercial Development

    Delivers civil site design for commercial centers, business parks, and industrial facilities.

  • Utility Infrastructure Planning & Design

    Plans and designs municipal and private utility connections, including water and sewer systems.

  • Stormwater Hydrology

    Designs retention, detention, and drainage systems to manage runoff and satisfy regulatory requirements.

  • Transportation

    Designs roadway improvements, access points, and connectivity infrastructure to facilitate safe traffic flow.

Delivers comprehensive surveying and mapping solutions using advanced field and aerial technology to provide precise and complete data.

  • Photogrammetry

    Uses aerial imagery to create accurate, scaled maps and spatial data.

  • Unmanned Aircraft Systems

    Deploys aerial drone technology for rapid, high-resolution data acquisition.

  • LiDAR & Aerial Photography

    Captures three-dimensional point clouds and high-resolution overhead imagery.

  • Data Processing

    Translates raw field measurements and aerial captures into actionable design-ready data.

  • Aerial Utility Inspections

    Conducts remote inspections of power lines, pipelines, and other utility corridors using aerial imagery.

  • Corridor Mapping

    Maps narrow, linear paths for roads, rail, or utility transmission routes.

  • Construction Tracking & Inspection

    Monitors earthwork progress and structural installations to verify alignment with design specifications.

  • Ground Penetrating Radar

    Utilizes subsurface imaging technology to locate buried utilities and underground structures non-destructively.

  • ALTA/NSPS Surveys

    Performs highly detailed land surveys adhering to strict national standards for commercial real estate transactions.

  • Boundary & ROW Surveys

    Establishes legal property lines and right-of-way limits for developments and public routes.

  • Utility & As-Built Surveys

    Documents the exact horizontal and vertical positions of completed infrastructure and utility installations.

  • Construction Surveying

    Provides on-site layout and staking to direct grading and structural placement.

  • Laser Scanning

    Uses high-precision terrestrial scanner technology to capture detailed 3D spatial environments.

  • Builder Services

    Supports residential builders with lot fits, site plans, house staking, and foundation surveys.

  • Elevation Certificates

    Prepares official documentation to certify building elevations for flood insurance and zoning compliance.

  • Geographic Information Systems

    Compiles, manages, and analyzes spatial and geographic data for municipal and regional planning.

Environmental

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Assists clients with environmental regulations, assessments, and compliance to address site-specific natural resource requirements.

Construction Management

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Ensures projects are executed accurately in the field, helping manage transitions from design to final built reality.

Industries

Residential · Multifamily Residential · Commercial · Industrial · Land Development · Stormwater & Flood Control · Transportation

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