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About Our Team

BESI has become Baldwin County’s oldest full-service engineering and construction firm. Operating as a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business, with President and CEO Walt Bolton leading the way, we are an award-winning firm built on the core values of Honor, Integrity, Discipline, Quality, Respect, and Results. Our in-house team of professionals strives to meet client needs from conception to completion. We demonstrate these values by listening to our clients, performing due diligence during the design phase, and completing projects with minimal changes, on time and on budget.

WILLIAM WALTER BOLTON, President and CEO, Mechanical Engineer

Walt serves as the President and CEO of BESI, bringing over 20 years of experience in managing and delivering engineering services across a diverse range of design and construction projects. His leadership skills and core values have been profoundly shaped by his military service as an officer in both the infantry and intelligence branches of the Army. Throughout his career, Walt has successfully managed and coordinated multi-year, multimillion-dollar contracts, consistently providing high-quality professional services on time and within budget.

Walt holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a Multi-Disciplinary Program Certificate in Bioengineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, as well as a Bachelor of Arts from Oglethorpe University. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in thirteen Southeastern states and a licensed General Contractor in Alabama and South Carolina. Additionally, he is a certified Green Globes Professional and a LEED Accredited Professional in Building Design and Construction.

Passionate about education and community, Walt is one of the founders of Ordo Amoris Christian Academy in Fairhope and continues to serve as a member of the board of directors. Walt and his wife Danielle are also active members of Redeemer Lutheran Church. Having called Baldwin County home for over 25 years, Walt and his family enjoy the vibrant coastal lifestyle and close-knit community of Fairhope where they currently reside.

SUZEL A. DOTY, EDAC, BI, CQM
Vice President of Design

Suzel A. Doty, EDAC, BI, CQM – Vice President of Design at Beaufort Engineering Services, Inc.

With over two decades of experience, Suzel is a skilled project manager, design director, and architectural designer. Her expertise spans military, medical, residential, and commercial sectors, bringing excellence in construction quality management and evidence-based design.

Since joining BESI in 2008, she has led third-party relations, operational logistics, and strategic planning, all while delivering innovative design solutions rooted in research. Suzel is committed to improving environments, particularly in healthcare facilities, by enhancing patient flow and experience through smart design.

At BES, Inc., our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on providing personalized, responsive service, and fostering strong partnerships built on trust and collaboration. From the initial design phase to project completion, our team is dedicated to delivering innovative, high-quality solutions that not only meet but exceed our clients’ expectations. Outstanding customer service isn’t just a policy for us—it’s a core value that drives our entire approach.” -Suzel Doty, Senior Vice President of Design

CINDY PARKER, Senior Vice President of Operations 

At BESI, we understand that exceptional customer service is the foundation of a successful project. Our team is committed to open communication, transparency, and proactive problem-solving, ensuring that every client feels heard and valued throughout the entire process. We approach each project with the goal of building lasting relationships, delivering results that consistently exceed expectations, and setting a standard of service on which our clients rely.” -Cindy Parker, Senior VP of Operations

COMMITTED TO GIVING BACK

BESI is committed to fostering community.

Giving back is at the core of BESI’s mission of building relationships. Whether it is constructing a house for Habitat for Humanity, serving the community by helping those in need after natural disasters, or working to assist Veterans, we are always looking for ways to serve others.

At BESI, success is defined by our ability to make a difference. This is something we strive to do every day.

For more information, call 251.929.0551