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CEI

CEI is a full design/build firm specializing in environmental remediation and fueling facilities in the non-retail market.

Headquartered in Miami Lakes, Florida, CEI is a privately held firm founded in 1999, by a group of individuals that worked together for over 10 years for a large multinational firm. CEI’s founders saw a niche in the market for smaller regional firms that could respond with agility to the needs of local clients while harnessing the breadth of services of larger firms. With humble beginnings in loca

l environmental projects, both our service offerings and firm have grown to provide fueling facilities, design/build projects, environmental engineering, and remediation services. We have the knowledge, the people and the equipment to solve your greatest challenges. Our continued focus on our core values –Community, Excellence, & Integrity– have been the foundation for our exponential growth locally, nationally, and abroad. It is our deeply-held belief that every client’s project is unique and that our attention to detail enables us to succeed– no matter the odds.

03/18/2026

Team CEI is heading to the Moss School of Construction Spring 2026 Career Expo at FIU.

📅 March 19

⏰ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

At CEI, we support projects in aviation fueling systems, fuel storage systems, and environmental services — with career paths that provide hands-on project experience and exposure to both field and operational environments.

📍 Stop by booth 44

🤝 Meet the team

🚀 Explore career opportunities

Come connect with us.

01/30/2026

🚨 New Contract Alert! 🚨

Team CEI is proud to announce that we have been awarded a $15M contract and have officially commenced construction, supporting the Airside D Expansion at Tampa International Airport (TPA). In partnership with as the lead contractor, CEI will deliver critical upgrades to TPA’s jet fuel distribution system, supporting safe, efficient fueling operations within an active airport environment.

CEI’s scope includes:

✅ Installation of new double-walled Jet-A Fuel piping integrated into the existing fuel system
✅ Construction of a new hydrant fueling system (hydrants, HPVs, LPDs & isolation vaults)
✅ Underground mechanical infrastructure for efficient fueling operations
✅ Emergency Fuel Shutoff (EFSO) system installation, flushing, testing & commissioning
✅ Coordination with airside, taxiway, and apron improvements

This project highlights CEI’s expertise in complex aviation fueling infrastructure and our commitment to delivering high-quality work while minimizing disruption to airport operations.

10/08/2025

🚨 Big news from Team CEI! 🚨

We’ve officially started work on our newly awarded $18M Hydrant Fueling System project at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), part of the $1.1 billion Terminal E expansion, the largest municipal construction project in Lee County history! ✈️

Our work includes:
✅ Brand-new Hydrant Fueling System
✅ Underground mechanical infrastructure
✅ Airside, taxiway & apron coordination
✅ Full integration with the expanded terminal

With leading the way and a powerhouse team behind us, we’re proud to fuel RSW’s future growth. 💪

Message from the President, Amanuel Worku

07/31/2025

Tampa ✈️ We’re coming for you! CEI will be exhibiting at FAC 2025 from August 3–6, and we’re bringing over 20 years of airport fueling expertise with us.

From jet fuel system upgrades to full-scale fuel facility builds, our team delivers proactive, responsive, and sustainable solutions built for Florida’s airports.

📍 Tampa, FL | Booth 36  🛠 Let’s build it better, together.

08/09/2024

New Contract Alert! 🔔

CEI has been awarded an $18M Hydrant Fuel System Installation contract at the Washington Dulles International Airport (), Tier 2 Concourse (East). This project involves extensive work, including the demolition of the existing fueling system, the installation of various Jet Fuel Pipes, Hydrant Pits, Isolation Valve Vaults, Electrical & Emergency Fuel Shut-Off Systems, and a Cathodic Protection System. It also includes comprehensive testing, flushing, and commissioning of the hydrant fuel system. The project is set to be completed by the end of 2025.

Our success is not solely ours. It’s a result of the strong partnerships we have built. We are excited to collaborate with on this significant project and are confident that we will deliver exceptional results together.

Message from the President, Amanuel Worku, PE

05/15/2024

Miami and Atlanta participated in Miami - Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) Purple Stride this past April 27th. Thank you to everyone who participated and showed support in raising awareness of pancreatic cancer. 💜💪

💰 $3140 raised

👟17 attendees

⏳ 136 hours volunteered overall!

05/15/2024

Thursday, April 25th, marked a thrilling milestone for as we laced up for Miami’s Corporate Run! 🏃‍♂️🌟 It was an incredible kickoff to CEI’s 25th Anniversary celebration, with our team showing up in full force to sprint alongside colleagues, friends, and family. A massive thank you to everyone who joined us, bringing the celebratory spirit and setting the pace for an unforgettable year ahead! 🎉

05/02/2024

New Contract Alert! 🔔 CEI has successfully secured a Hydrant Fuel System Expansion contract valued over $15M for the new Orlando International Airport (MCO) South Terminal Expansion Program. This contract is a part of Terminal C, Phase 1X, which includes Airfield Civil, Apron & Taxiway Paving, and Ground Support Equipment Facility projects. This achievement comes on the back of our successful completion of a $38M fuel system, one of the largest Airport Hydrant Fuel Systems installed as part of the new South Terminal Complex. We are excited to announce our collaboration with Prince Contracting and Menzies Aviation as we complete this project by the summer of 2025.

Message from CEI President, Amanuel Worku, P.E.

04/30/2024

Happy Earth Month! Our CEI team is proud to have participated in Baynanza, an annual beach cleanup event by Miami-Dade County (DERM) on Saturday, April 13th. We were honored to have the Mayor of Miami-Dade, Daniella Levine Cava, join us, highlighting the importance of our efforts.

By cleaning up our local beaches, we're not only helping our community stay clean but also staying true to our core values of Community, Excellence, and Integrity. Let's continue to take care of our planet beyond Earth Month. 🌎

07/21/2023

We are excited to announce that we will be at FAC 54th Annual Conference & Exposition 2023, taking place in West Palm Beach, Florida, from July 23rd-26th.

We will be on hand to discuss the future of fueling aviation.

Visit us at Booth No. 21 and learn how we can elevate your airport solutions!

07/21/2023

That’s a wrap!

CEI has completed one of the largest Airport Hydrant Fuel System Expansion projects by partnering with Hensel Phelps, Orlando Fuel Facilities, LLC, & Menzies Aviation.

The aircraft hydrant fueling system was furnished and installed for the First Phase of the South Terminal Complex construction project at the Orlando International Airport (MCO). The new fuel system includes a 2-mile dual pipeline with secondary containment to get fuel to the new terminal through a distribution system with 35 Hydrant Pits.

The South Terminal at MCO will serve international and domestic flights and accommodate various plane sizes, from narrow bodies to super jumbo jets. Contract valued at $37.8M

Message from CEI President, Amanuel Worku, PE.

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