Geotechnical & Structural Inspection Expert

Michael Szelest, P.E., S.I., is a licensed Special Inspector registered with the Florida Board of Professional Engineers, with extensive field experience across the commercial construction sector. His inspection work covers the full range of structural and geotechnical needs, from pre-construction through project completion, giving clients confidence that their projects meet code, perform as designed, and hold up over time.

Special Inspections

Special inspections are required in many commercial projects and serve a good purpose. They verify that critical structural elements are built to spec and that the materials used meet the standards on which the design depends. Michael is registered as a Special Inspector with the Florida Board of Professional Engineers, and he brings that credential to the field on every project that calls for it.

His special inspections work spans a wide range of material types and construction methods—all backed by certifications from the American Concrete Institute, the American Welding Society, the Post Tension Institute, and others. That breadth matters on complex commercial jobs where multiple systems and materials are in play at once.

Code Compliance Inspections

Code compliance inspections require more than just showing up on site. They require someone who knows exactly what to look for and understands the standards behind every line of code. Michael holds certifications from the International Code Council, the American Concrete Institute, the Post Tension Institute, the Masonry Association of Florida, and FDOT CTQP, among others. Each certification shows a tested, verified understanding of a specific material type or construction method.

The Florida Board of Professional Engineers holds its licensed professionals to a high standard. Michael's credentials reflect that, and so does his work on the job site.

Structural Inspections

Structural inspections are where technical knowledge and field experience have to work together. Michael has conducted and overseen structural inspections on more than 250 commercial construction projects, including high-rise developments and large-scale public infrastructure projects. His commercial construction inspections provide owners, contractors, and developers with an independent, credentialed set of eyes on the structural elements that matter most.

When the stakes are high, the on-site inspector needs to know what they're looking at. Michael does.