For Gladys Sera, civil engineering is more than just calculations and concrete—it’s a vehicle for global change. As a first-generation Haitian immigrant raised in Florida, Gladys founded Sera Engineered, LLC in 2019 after seeing a vital need for better water resource management and stormwater infrastructure.

Today, she is pushing the boundaries of modern civil engineering as the lead inventor of the patent-pending Sera Vault technology, bringing that same heart and hustle to critical infrastructure projects across Florida and the DMV.

What does an “Engineering Bestie” actually do? Combining a Ph.D. in Sustainability with elite PE (Professional Engineer) and PMP credentials, Gladys makes the “scary” parts of land development easy while engineering the cities of tomorrow. She specializes in:

• Next-Gen Climate Infrastructure: Inventor of the Sera Vault—a revolutionary sub-grade, amphibious system that transforms environmental floodwater into a thermal heat sink for high-density data centers, simultaneously generating zero-waste distilled water.

• Stormwater Management Systems: Making sure your site handles rain and runoff like a pro.

• Utility Infrastructure Design: Solving the complex puzzles of wet and dry utilities, including structural utility pavements and the Sera Spine.

• Regulatory Navigation: Handling the complex permits of the East Coast so you don’t have to.

Whether she’s pitching cyber-physical security solutions for data centers or performing rigorous QA/QC for large-scale developments, Gladys is dedicated to delivering the design excellence that moves projects from “blueprint” to “built.”

If you’re looking for a civil engineering firm that values technical precision, groundbreaking innovation, and a great working relationship, you’ve found it.

Let’s Engineer Something:

• Email: gladys@seraengineered.com

• DC/DMV Office: 202-417-6559

• Palm Beach County Office: 561-283-4614

• Serving: Washington, D.C. | Maryland | Virginia | Florida

For Patrick Castro, the best part of civil engineering isn’t just the math—it’s that “Eureka!” moment when a technical design transforms into a real-world landmark. As the Lead Engineer at Sera Engineered, LLC, Patrick anchors our most ambitious projects with a mix of high-level technical proficiency and a relentless drive for excellence.

A proud George Mason University alum and a foundational member of the Sera Engineered team since 2021, Patrick is our resident tech expert. He is constantly mastering the latest software to deliver cutting-edge results across Florida and the DMV. Whether he’s drafting intricate stormwater management systems or coordinating complex site plans in DC, Maryland, or Virginia, Patrick’s work is fueled by one goal: reaching that final project approval.

He’s the guy who gets excited about the details—ensuring every utility layout, traffic control plan, and erosion control design is as functional as it is precise. If it’s a “big job,” it’s a Patrick job.

The Technical Toolkit:

• Site Plan Design: Comprehensive layouts for large-scale developments.

• Stormwater & Utility Infrastructure: Precision engineering for modern sites.

• Traffic & Demolition Plans: Expert coordination for complex urban environments.

• Approval Obsessed: Dedicated to getting your project from “draft” to “done.”

Get Technical with Patrick:

• Email: Patrick@seraengineered.com

• Direct Line: 202-798-7752

For Aicyll Mae Ebron, exceptional engineering requires exceptional communication. Based in Iloilo, Philippines , Aicyll leverages her extensive background in high-volume customer support and data management to serve as the proactive leader and “voice of the firm” at Sera Engineered, LLC. Having expanded her scope from administrative support to an executive-level role, Aicyll ensures that every client experiences seamless, transparent communication from the initial design phase all the way to construction.

What does the “Voice of the Firm” actually do? Aicyll drives client success, revenue, and operational efficiency by managing the firm’s core service pillars. She specializes in:

• Design-to-Dirt Tracking: Conducting proactive checks with clients to track exactly when their projects break ground and enter the construction phase.

• Permit Coordination: Navigating complex municipal and federal agencies—including DOEE, DDOT, and M-NCPPC—to provide real-time plan status updates to both clients and our engineering team.

• The “Triple Threat” Suite: Educating clients on how they can maximize their projects using Sera Engineered’s comprehensive Civil Design, Surveying, and Landscape Design/Arborist services.

• Strategic Client Success: Delivering weekly progress reports to active clients while maintaining 100% accuracy in CRM data and identifying new lead opportunities.

Whether she is coordinating strategic initiatives to protect patent-pending content or maintaining steady project cash flow, Aicyll is the vital bridge between our technical experts and our partners. Multilingual in English, Tagalog, and Hiligaynon, she is dedicated to ensuring you are supported at every step of your development journey.

Connect with Aicyll:

• Email: aicyll@seraengineered.com 

• Direct Line: 202-516-4910

For Maria, a successful site plan isn’t just engineered—it’s brought to life. Joining Sera Engineered in November 2025, Maria quickly proved to be the missing puzzle piece we didn’t know we needed; today, we truly can’t imagine the firm without her. She brings her “design magic” to everything from intimate residential plots to mastering the complexities of commercial landscape design, including terraced restaurants, luxury resorts, and expansive public parks.

At Sera Engineered, she transforms technical blueprints into vibrant, lived-in spaces across Florida and the DMV (DC, Maryland, and Virginia). Whether she’s creating a tropical oasis in Palm Beach or a sleek urban park in Washington, D.C., Maria ensures that our civil engineering solutions are as beautiful as they are functional. She’s the reason our projects don’t just work—they look spectacular.

Maria’s Design Palette:

• Landscape Master Planning: Holistic design for resorts and public spaces.

• High-End 3D Renderings: Visualizing your project before a single shovel hits the dirt.

• Residential & Commercial Integration: Blending structural architecture with nature.

• Site Beautification: Enhancing stormwater systems with aesthetic green solutions.

Bring your vision to life with Maria:

• Email: maria@seraengineered.com

• Specialty: Landscape Architecture | Concept Visualization | Urban Greening

For Victor, civil engineering is a blend of global perspective and local grit. After building a powerhouse career in Peru, Victor brought his international expertise to the States to be closer to family—and we’re so glad he did! Since joining Sera Engineered, LLC as a foundational team member in 2021, he has become the “boots-on-the-ground” backbone of our field and utility operations.

Known for his legendary work ethic and lightning-fast project delivery, Victor is our go-to expert for capturing the vital data that keeps Florida and DMV developments moving. From topographic surveys to complex dry-utility designs, Victor ensures every measurement is captured with “pixel-perfect” clarity.

Whether he is navigating a demolition plan, finalizing a condo plat, or performing a stormwater as-built, Victor’s focus is on delivering high-quality, field-ready results that prevent delays and keep our clients’ projects on track.

Victor’s Field Essentials:

• Topographic Surveying: Precision data for accurate site planning.

• Dry Utility Design: Expert layout for electrical, gas, and telecommunications.

• Condo Plats & As-Builts: Detailed documentation for legal and regulatory compliance.

• Demolition & Stormwater Plans: Reliable engineering for site preparation and drainage.

Connect with Victor:

• Email: Victor@seraengineered.com

• Specialty: Field Data Collection | Utility Infrastructure | Construction Technology