We are proud to share that Manish Kothari, President & CEO of Sheladia Associates, Inc., served as a panelist at the World Bank’s Transforming Transportation event on March 12, 2025, in Washington, DC. Speaking on the Resilient Connectivity in Small Island Developing States (SIDS) session, he addressed key strategies to ensure that infrastructure in SIDS remains resilient and sustainable amid climate change and long-term challenges. Mr. Kothari highlighted the importance of adopting FIDIC and ASCE standards as global best practices in infrastructure design, contract administration, and risk management. Moderator: Benjamin Welle, Director, Integrated Transport & Innovation, WRI Ross Centre for Sustainable Cities Panelists: - Global (Maritime): Mr. Jan Hoffman, Global Lead Maritime Transport & Ports, World Bank (Former Head, Trade Logistics Branch, UNCTAD) - Global (Infrastructure): Mr. Manish D. Kothari, FIDIC Board Member; President & CEO, Sheladia Associates, Inc. - Caribbean 1: Mr. Juan A. Edghill, Minister, Ministry of Public Works, Guyana - Caribbean 2: Ms. Lenita Joseph, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Infrastructure, Ports, Transport, Physical Development, and Urban Renewal, Saint Lucia - Pacific Islands: Ms. Salaseini Daunabuna, Permanent Secretary for Tourism & Civil Aviation, Fiji Sheladia remains committed to shaping resilient and sustainable infrastructure solutions for a rapidly changing world. #Sheladia #WorldBank #TransformingTransportation #SustainableInfrastructure #ClimateResilience #GlobalConnectivity
About us
Sheladia Associates, Inc. is a minority-owned and operated multidisciplinary consulting firm founded in 1974 and headquartered in the metropolitan Washington DC area, with international offices located in Afghanistan, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Pakistan, Philippines, and Zambia. We are experienced in Structures and Facilities, Transportation Infrastructure, Energy, Rural Development, and Water Resources & Sanitation. We design and build infrastructure worldwide — both physical and institutional — to support economic growth and strengthen the capabilities of our clients and partners. Sheladia provides project development services that include economic and financial analysis, policy design and institutional strengthening, planning and feasibility studies, detailed engineering design, environmental and social studies, procurement assistance and management, maintenance planning and management, construction supervision/management, and monitoring and evaluation. In the international arena, Sheladia provides technical assistance to governments, their agencies, and private sector entities to strengthen and support institutional capabilities through organizational development, technology transfer, and training. We are dedicated to providing outstanding service and recognize that successful projects hinge on having the right people on the job and doing it right the first time. Our staff includes some of the most seasoned architects, engineers, construction managers, project managers, technical consultants and support staff in the industry.
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https://www.sheladia.com/
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- Engineering Services
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- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Rockville, Maryland
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1974
- Specialties
- Transportation, Architecture, Water Resources, Agriculture, Energy/Environment, Monitoring & Evaluation, Engineering, Civil Engineering, Consulting, and Construction Management
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15825 Shady Grove Road
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Rockville, Maryland 20850, US
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🌟 Happy Employee Appreciation Day to All! 🌟 Today, we honor and celebrate the hard work, dedication, and passion of employees everywhere. Your unique talents and perspectives drive success and innovation across the globe. Thank you for your unwavering commitment and for making workplaces better and brighter every day! 💪👏 #EmployeeAppreciationDay #GlobalWorkforce #Gratitude #Teamwork
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Honored to Host Lt. Governor Aruna Miller at Sheladia Associates! Last week we were privileged to welcome Maryland Lt. Governor Aruna Miller to our office, where she shared key updates on ongoing initiatives and priorities. Our CEO, Manish Kothari, and Founder, Mr. Pravin Sheladia, had the honor of engaging in meaningful discussions with her. Our Associate Vice President, Arash Sangtarashha also delivered an insightful presentation, showcasing Sheladia’s recent domestic projects and our commitment to impactful infrastructure #development. The visit concluded with an engaging interactive discussion with the entire Sheladia team, where Lt. Governor Miller shared her perspectives on industry trends, public infrastructure, and opportunities for future collaboration. A big thank you to Lt. Governor Miller for her time and invaluable dialogue! We look forward to continuing our efforts in shaping a #resilient and #connected future. #SheladiaAssociates #Infrastructure #Leadership #Innovation #LtGovernorArunaMiller #EngineeringExcellence #Collaboration
Aruna Miller is the 10th Lt. Governor of the State of Maryland | Former Maryland State Delegate | Civil Engineer | Authority: Friends of Aruna Miller; Treasurer David Miller
At Sheladia Associates, Inc I had the opportunity to meet the men and women working in infrastructure. The MoCo-based company has been thriving since 1974.
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Celebrating Engineers Week 2025! At Sheladia Associates, Inc., we take pride in delivering #innovative and #sustainable #solutions across #transportation, #civil #engineering, #construction #management, #stormwater engineering, and #consulting. Our engineers play a critical role in shaping the built environment, ensuring #resilient #infrastructure that supports communities for generations to come. This week, we recognize the dedication, expertise, and problem-solving capabilities of engineers who transform challenges into #impactful solutions. Their work is the foundation of progress—enhancing mobility, sustainability, and efficiency in every project they undertake. Join us in celebrating the contributions of #engineers who continue to push boundaries and drive infrastructure excellence forward! #EngineersWeek2025 #EngineeringExcellence #SheladiaAssociates #InfrastructureInnovation #BuildingTheFuture
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We are delighted to announce that Sheladia Associates, Inc. is a Silver Sponsor of the ACEC Metropolitan Washington Engineering Excellence Awards Gala & Holiday Party today, December 17, 2024. This esteemed event celebrates exceptional achievements in engineering, recognizing projects and teams that are driving innovation and creating lasting impact. We are excited to have our team members Arash Sangtarashha, Bing Rao, Donn Booker, and Dr. Stephen Arhin representing Sheladia at this prestigious event. It will be a fantastic opportunity to honor exceptional work in the industry, connect with fellow professionals, and support the continued advancement of engineering excellence.
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Thank you Takhmina Nasimova for your hard work and for sharing your valuable perspectives. We are incredibly fortunate to have you on our team - here’s to driving positive change and working towards a sustainable future! 🌍🤝
BD Coordinator @ SHELADIA Associates,Inc | Founder @ HerRise Advisory | Sustainability, Project Management, Development
🌟 Reflections on the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Annual Meetings 🌟 I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to the organizers for such an outstanding event. The discussions we’ve had have not only been insightful but also inspiring, paving the way for meaningful connections with clients, partners, and stakeholders. It's clear that with the right objectives in place, we, Sheladia Associates, Inc. and our honorable partners, are poised to tackle the challenges of tomorrow and drive impactful change in our sectors. The exchange of ideas and perspectives has been invaluable, and I am excited about the opportunities that lie ahead. A huge thank you to everyone involved in making Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Annual Meetings — a resounding success! Looking forward to continuing these conversations and collaborating towards a sustainable future. 🌍🤝 #AIIB2024 #Networking #Collaboration #FutureObjectives #Grateful #InfrastructureDevelopment #Development2030 #Samarkand #Uzbekistand
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If you're local (or not local) and attending the Montgomery County Procurement Fair tomorrow, 9/26/24, connect with Aiman Afzal! We're excited to see what we can do together! #montgomerycounty #montgomerycountrymaryland #mocomd #procurement #opportunity #partnership #engineering #architecture
Our Procurement Fair is coming up on Thursday September 26! Learn about upcoming procurement opportunities from local agencies and network with your peers. The event will be held at the East County Community Recreation Center in Silver Spring, MD. https://bit.ly/476KrOc Walk-in registrations are welcome! Ash Shetty
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Two weeks ago, at the FIDIC - International Federation of Consulting Engineers Global Infrastructure Conference in Geneva, Sheladia's President & CEO Manish Kothari spoke on the investment gap found in infrastructure projects, noting the critical role of pension and insurance funds as financiers. The discussion drew a clear conclusion: The future of infrastructure investment lies in strong partnerships and well-structured, bankable projects. #FIDICGIC24 #infrastructure #engineering #infrastructureinvestment #ESG
“Show Me the Projects, and They Will Be Funded” – A Call for Investable Infrastructure Projects At today’s FIDIC Global Infrastructure Conference in Geneva, experts echoed a resounding message: bankable projects are key to unlocking #InfrastructureInvestment. In the session, Show me the money! - De-risking and leveraging infrastructure investment, industry leaders discussed how de-risking strategies and clear project structures are essential to attract the $139 trillion needed for sustainable infrastructure to achieve net zero by 2050. Manish Kothari, President and CEO of Sheladia Associates, Inc. and FIDIC board member highlighted the investment gap, noting the critical role of pension and insurance funds as financiers. The panellists agreed—it's not the lack of money but the lack of investable, de-risked projects that poses the challenge. Jerome Haegeli of the Swiss Re Institute aptly stated, “The money is there, but bankable projects are not.” To move forward, there must be a focus on creating investable projects with transparent lending practices, an emphasis on #ESG standards, and collaboration between the public and private sectors. Key insights from the session: ✅ De-risking strategies like risk guarantees and credit enhancement are vital for making projects attractive to investors. ✅ Public-private partnerships will be crucial to bridge the infrastructure gap. ✅ FIDIC’s role in shaping robust projects is essential to ensuring global infrastructure development. The future of infrastructure investment lies in strong partnerships and well-structured, bankable projects. #FIDICGIC24 #infrastructure #engineering
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Day 1 is complete, but you can still connect with Takhmina Nasimova at Day 2 of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) annual meeting! #AIIB #infrastructure #networking #connecting #partnership #development
BD Coordinator @ SHELADIA Associates,Inc | Founder @ HerRise Advisory | Sustainability, Project Management, Development
🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 I am thrilled to share that I will be attending the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Annual Meeting in the beautiful city of Samarkand, Uzbekistan, on September 25-26! This is a fantastic opportunity for me to showcase the expertise of Sheladia Associates, Inc. and connect with potential partners and clients who are passionate about transforming infrastructure. I'm eager to network with like-minded professionals and exchange ideas on building resilient infrastructure that benefits everyone. If you're attending the conference, let’s connect and explore how we can collaborate to create impactful solutions for our communities. Together, we can make a difference in the infrastructure landscape! 💪🌍 Feel free to reach out to me if you’ll be there—I’d love to meet up! #AIIB2024 #Networking #Infrastructure #Partnerships #SheladiaAssociates #ResilientInfrastructure #Collaboration
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Sheladia Associates, Inc. celebrates National Professional Engineer Day 2024! Did you know that the very first professional engineering license was issued nearly 117 years ago? Charles Bellamy was issued the first PE license on August 8, 1907, in Wyoming. Earning your PE is no small feat! Engineers must earn a four-year degree in engineering from an accredited engineering program; pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam; complete four years of progressive engineering experience under a PE; and pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. PEs not only shoulder the responsibility for their work, but also for the lives affected by that work! That work is our bridges, buildings, roads, roller coasters, space shuttles, artificial hearts, irrigation and clean water systems, even running shoes and so much more! We appreciate, support, congratulate and celebrate our PEs and engineers in training today and every day! #LicensedPEday #LicensedPEday2024 #professionalengineers #PEday
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