Zila

What Zila does

Zila is a California-based licensed engineering firm founded in 2010 that provides stormwater management, civil engineering, and environmental compliance services for construction and development projects. Its core offering centers on Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD) and Practitioner (QSP) services, SMARTS account management, grading and drainage plans, hydrology reports, Low Impact Development (LID) and stormwater control plans, subdivision and street improvement plans, and environmental monitoring including CEQA/NEPA support, air pollution control, and dust control. The firm is staffed by certified QSDs, QSPs, and licensed California Professional Engineers (PE), with additional credentials including QISP and CPESC. Work is delivered using standard engineering software and digital workflows; the company does not maintain a software-as-a-service platform, proprietary AI models, or an API surface.

Zila operates a sales-led go-to-market combining inside sales (phone, email, website quote forms) with enterprise field sales targeting municipal and public-sector clients. The firm has completed 2,000+ projects across residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal segments, serving 1,000+ clients including Caltrans, City of Anaheim, City of Los Angeles, City of Moreno Valley, City of Santa Ana, City of Victorville, and the Department of Recreation and Parks. It reports a 90% client return rate. Revenue is generated on a project-based, fixed-price model with a "No-Surprise Guarantee," supplemented by recurring compliance-monitoring and inspection support throughout the construction lifecycle. The firm is privately held, headquartered in California, with 8 employees disclosed in the input data.

Name

Zila

Legal name

Zila

Website

https://zilaco.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Zila is a California-based licensed engineering firm providing SWPPP, civil engineering, and environmental compliance services to general contractors, developers, and municipal agencies across California since 2010.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Civil Engineering and Stormwater Compliance Services

NAICS

Engineering Services (54133), Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

SIC

Services-Engineering Services (8711)

akta.pro primary industry

Water, Wastewater & Hydraulics Engineering Consulting (BPAHAIAD)

Keywords

• Stormwater management services
• SWPPP development services
• Civil engineering design
• Environmental compliance consulting
• Construction site permitting

Headquarters

HQ city

California

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Professional Engineering Services: Project-based professional services for stormwater compliance (SWPPP development, QSD/QSP inspections), civil engineering (grading plans, drainage design), and environmental compliance. Services are quoted on a project-by-project basis with fixed pricing. Revenue is generated through one-time project fees for specific deliverables such as plans, reports, and inspection services.
2. Ongoing Compliance Support: Recurring compliance monitoring, inspection support, and reporting services throughout construction phases. Includes SMARTS account management, annual report preparation, and ongoing monitoring support to maintain compliance throughout project lifecycle.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Zila is a licensed California engineering firm that provides integrated stormwater management and civil engineering services for construction and development projects. Its core offerings include SWPPP preparation and amendments, QSD/QSP inspections, SMARTS regulatory reporting, grading and drainage plans, Low Impact Development and Stormwater Control Plans, water quality management plans, subdivision and street improvement plans, and environmental monitoring and compliance services. Services are delivered as project-based professional engagements with fixed-price quotes for general contractors, developers, municipal agencies, and engineering firms.

Product overview

Zila is a stormwater management and civil engineering firm offering a unified suite of compliance and engineering services. The core offerings include SWPPP Services (Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans), WPCP development, QSD/QSP certification services, and SMARTS compliance management under stormwater management; Grading Plans, Hydro Reports, LID & Stormwater Control Plans, and Sub-division/Street Improvement Plans under civil engineering; and Environmental Monitoring, Air Pollution/Dust Control, and Environmental Protection Services for environmental compliance. The company operates as a single integrated service offering rather than a modular software platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SWPPP Services Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan preparation, amendments, WPCP, BMP Plan, and erosion control plan services for California construction sites, delivered by certified QSD professionals including site-specific BMP selection and regulatory compliance review. For general contractors, developers, and municipal agencies.
• QSD/QSP Services Qualified SWPPP Developer and Qualified SWPPP Practitioner services including on-site inspections, NOI/NOT filing, and ongoing compliance monitoring for construction projects. For California builders and developers needing certified compliance coverage.
• Grading Plan and Hydrology Report Professional grading plans and hydrology reports for site development and drainage design, including earthwork calculations, cut and fill analysis, retaining wall design, and utility plans. For developers, contractors, and public agencies needing site engineering.
• LID and Stormwater Control Plan Low Impact Development design, Stormwater Control Plans, SUSMP compliance reports, and retention/detention basin design for sustainable post-construction stormwater management. For developers, municipalities, and project owners needing long-term site drainage solutions.
• Sub-division and Street Improvement Plan Complete subdivision and street improvement plans for residential and commercial developments, including street lighting and utility plans. For property developers and municipalities undertaking new development or public infrastructure.
• Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) Comprehensive water quality management plans for post-construction stormwater management and long-term site drainage sustainability. For developers and project owners requiring municipal post-construction stormwater compliance.
• Environmental Monitoring and Compliance Ongoing compliance through field monitoring, inspections, and reporting, including Environmental Monitoring Plans and real-time compliance reporting for construction projects. For contractors, developers, and agencies needing construction-phase environmental oversight.
• Air Pollution and Dust Control Services Air Pollution Control Plans and Dust Control Plans with regulatory coordination with AQMD, BAAQMD, and other local agencies. For construction sites needing air quality compliance during grading and building phases.
• Environmental Protection Services Environmental Protection Plans required by agencies such as Caltrans and Army Corps, including CEQA and NEPA support for construction and public works projects. For public agencies and developers needing federal/state environmental documentation.
• SMARTS and Compliance Management SMARTS account setup, data entry, report uploads, and regulatory compliance management for the California Stormwater Multiple Application and Report Tracking System. For construction site owners needing ongoing California regulatory reporting.
• Sediment and Erosion Control Plan Detailed erosion and sediment control plans including WPCD and site monitoring protocols to protect water quality during construction. For construction sites requiring water quality protection and regulatory compliance.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2,000+ projects completed across residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal sectors
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Krazan and Associates: California-based geotechnical and environmental engineering firm offering SWPPP, QSP inspections, and construction compliance services — directly overlaps with Zila's core SWPPP and civil engineering offerings.
• GEOCON: California geotechnical and environmental engineering firm providing stormwater management, SWPPP, and site civil engineering for private and public clients — directly comparable in service mix and California focus.
• Cannon Corporation: California-based engineering firm providing civil engineering, water resources, and municipal infrastructure services to public agencies — comparable in California focus and public-sector delivery.
• BKF Engineers: California civil engineering firm with strong municipal and land development practice, offering grading, drainage, stormwater, and site improvement services that overlap heavily with Zila's portfolio.
• Wallace Group: California engineering and construction management firm with municipal and land development practices, including stormwater and site civil work that competes with Zila's offerings.
• Whitson Engineers: California civil engineering firm specializing in stormwater management, grading, and drainage design for public and private developers — a direct competitor in the same regulatory environment.

Broad incumbents

• Brown and Caldwell: Large U.S. environmental engineering firm specializing in water and wastewater infrastructure — a broader incumbent that competes for large municipal and water agency work that Zila also targets.
• HDR: Large global engineering firm offering water, wastewater, and stormwater services plus extensive municipal and transportation infrastructure work — a broader incumbent in the same space.
• Tetra Tech: Global engineering and consulting firm with extensive water resources, environmental compliance, and municipal infrastructure practices — competes with Zila for larger Caltrans and municipal pursuits.
• Carollo Engineers: National water and wastewater engineering firm with stormwater and watershed practice — larger incumbent that overlaps with Zila's water resources and stormwater compliance work.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/zilaco

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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