SARASOTA, FL, March 18, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Melanie Delehanty Smith, PE, is a distinguished biographee of Marquis Who's Who. She was recently spotlighted in New York City's Times Square on a 22-story screen that is passed by an estimated 1.5 million people daily. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are chosen from among a pool of the most prominent professionals and are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Ms. Smith is a distinguished civil engineer and business owner who serves at the helm of Mel-Haven Engineering LLC. With 18 years of professional experience to her credit, she has established herself as an expert in drainage design and complex legal projects. Her work involves collaborating with land development attorneys on development agreements and managing public-private partnerships. She is responsible for designing, signing and sealing plans, ensuring meticulous oversight at every stage. Additionally, Ms. Smith manages new projects and clients, overseeing billing, proposals, scopes and fees.

Before founding Mel-Haven Engineering LLC in 2021, Ms. Smith held several key positions at Stantec Consulting Services Inc. She served as the Sarasota office manager from 2020 to 2021, where she managed operations and led significant projects. Prior to this role, she was a senior associate from 2018 to 2021, one of the youngest to achieve this position at Stantec. Her tenure at Stantec began in 2007 as an engineer intern, progressing to project engineer from 2008 to 2012 and then project manager and associate from 2012 to 2021.

Ms. Smith's career is marked by her involvement in transformative community projects. Notably, she was pivotal in developing the Searcher Memorial Hospital in Venice and The Quay downtown project. These initiatives required intricate coordination with regulatory bodies and demonstrated her ability to navigate complex design and permit challenges. Her dedication to quality work is evident in her efforts to ensure future maintenance costs are considered for nonprofit organizations expanding their services.

Ms. Smith's professional career is complemented by her active participation in industry-related organizations such as the National Society of Professional Engineers. She also serves as president of the ACE Mentor Program of Sarasota and secretary of ASCE Sarasota Manatee, reflecting her commitment to mentoring the next generation of engineers.

Ms. Smith's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from the University of Florida, obtained in 2007. She also holds a Professional Engineer certification from the National Society of Professional Engineers. Her education laid the foundation for her success, instilling a merit-based approach emphasizing perseverance and teamwork.

Influenced by mentors such as Millard Yoder and inspired by her grandfather's legacy, Ms. Smith attributes her success to personal motivation and the support of her community and family. Her primary professional motivation is leaving the world better than she found it, a value instilled by her grandfather.

Born in Venice, Florida, Ms. Smith enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, trail riding, camping, soccer, clay shooting and visiting the driving range. She shares these interests with her spouse, Jared, and their child, Haven. Looking ahead, Ms. Smith is focused on strategic planning to serve a larger client base and undertake diverse projects that benefit her community. She also aims to support smaller entities such as nonprofits, churches and community schools that may struggle to receive assistance from larger corporations. Her vision includes taking on endeavors that will ultimately have a positive impact on her community.

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