Civil & Structural Engineering

Engineering
Built on Trust,
Designed to Last

Edra Engineering LLC delivers expert structural and civil engineering across the DC Metro Area — from permitting and zoning to full structural design and construction management.

18+
Years of Experience
VA·MD·DC
Licensed Jurisdictions
100%
Client-Focused Delivery
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Virginia · Maryland · DC
Who We Are

A Trusted Partner in Structural Excellence

Edra Engineering LLC is a minority-owned civil and structural engineering firm serving clients across the Washington DC Metro Area. We combine deep technical expertise with a commitment to community, delivering responsible, code-compliant engineering solutions.

Whether you're navigating complex zoning approvals, designing load-bearing structures, or managing adjacent construction near transit infrastructure, Edra Engineering brings the precision your project demands.

Work With Us
Permitting & Zoning
Expert navigation of Fairfax County, Montgomery County, Arlington, and DC permitting processes, special permits, and variance applications.
Structural Design
Full structural analysis and design for residential, commercial, and institutional buildings in steel, concrete, timber, and masonry.
Community-Focused Practice
Deep experience serving faith communities, nonprofit organizations, and Ethiopian-American institutions throughout the DC Metro Area.
Construction Management
CCM-certified project oversight, cost estimates, quality assurance, and adjacent construction coordination for complex projects.
What We Do

Engineering Services

From concept through construction, Edra Engineering provides comprehensive civil and structural engineering services tailored to the needs of each client — delivered with integrity, precision, and professionalism.

01
Structural Engineering Design
Complete structural analysis, design, and drawing production under IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, and AISC standards for new construction and renovations.
02
Permitting & Zoning Support
Special use permits, variance applications, PLUS portal submissions, BZA justifications, and RLUIPA submissions for religious institutions.
03
Construction Estimates
Detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for code compliance, change-of-use projects, and capital improvement planning.
04
Construction Management
CCM-certified project oversight, RFI coordination, site observation reports, and construction administration for complex projects.
05
Property Due Diligence
Zoning and code feasibility analysis, occupancy classification review, egress and ADA compliance assessments for acquisition and development.
06
Retaining Walls & Site Structures
Design of retaining walls, foundations, and site structures with coordination of encroachment agreements and easement documentation.
Technical Depth

Areas of Expertise

Edra Engineering brings multi-disciplinary technical knowledge across structural systems, code frameworks, and project delivery — with credentials backed by 18+ years in the DC Metro market.

01
Steel Structure Design (AISC 360 / LRFD & ASD)
Second-order analysis, composite beams, stability design, connection details
02
Reinforced Concrete (ACI 318)
Slabs, retaining walls, footings, two-way systems, shear walls
03
Wood & Timber Design (NDS 2018)
ASD/LRFD for sawn lumber, glulam beams, tension members, bearing design
04
IBC / VUSBC Code Compliance
Occupancy classification, egress analysis, change-of-use, ADA accessibility
05
Zoning & Land Use (VA, MD, DC)
Fairfax, Montgomery, Arlington, Prince William, Alexandria jurisdictions
06
Transit & Infrastructure Projects
Adjacent construction oversight, land acquisition coordination, WMATA program delivery
Fasika Metafria
PE, CCM, PMP — Principal Engineer

With over 18 years of civil and structural engineering experience in the Washington DC Metro Area, Fasika Metafria leads Edra Engineering LLC with a commitment to technical excellence, community service, and client-centered delivery. Her career spans roles at WMATA, Fairfax County, MBP, HNTB, and leading private consulting firms.

She holds active PE licenses in Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia, and brings advanced graduate-level expertise in structural steel, concrete, timber, and bridge design.

18+ Yrs Experience DC Metro Market Graduate Studies Transit Infrastructure
Our Leadership

Licensed. Certified. Experienced.

Edra Engineering is led by a licensed PE, CCM, and PMP — a rare combination of credentials covering engineering design, construction management, and project delivery in one practice.

VA
Virginia PE
MD
Maryland PE
DC
DC PE
Get In Touch

Let's Discuss Your Project

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Service Area
Washington DC Metro — Virginia, Maryland & DC