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William H. Overturf, III — William H. Overturf, III
Ross & Baruzzini, an international design and consulting firm based in St. Louis, Mo., has named William H. Overturf, III its new president. Overturf succeeds Craig Toder, who will remain active in day-to-day operations as chairman of the board. Overturf becomes the third president in Ross & Baruzzini’s 63-year history. He has been with the firm for 25 years, most recently as senior vice president and chief operating officer for domestic operations, a position he has held since 2005.

Wednesday, November 30, 2016

James Hyland, PE — James Hyland, PE
TranSystems announces the promotion of James Hyland, PE, of the company’s Kansas City office to Vice President and Master Professional Partner. Hyland has 22 years of structural engineering experience specializing in railroad bridges. As a nominee for master professional partner, Hyland was measured on client relationships and sales, management and operations ability and specialized skills or subject matter expertise.

Tuesday, November 22, 2016

Barbara Frost, PE — Barbara Frost, PE
TranSystems announces the promotion of Barbara Frost, PE, in TranSystems’ St. Louis office to Assistant Vice President/Senior Professional Partner. Frost has 20 years of experience in writing and reviewing Alternatives Analyses, Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements for highway and transit projects. She is active with the American Railway Engineering & Maintenance of Way Association.

Tuesday, November 22, 2016

Christopher Bonus, PE — Christopher Bonus, PE
TranSystems announces the promotion of Christopher Bonus, PE, of the company’s Chicago office to master professional partner and vice president. Bonus has 25 years of extensive knowledge and experience in the design and project management of large, complex highways and roadway facilities. He currently is project manager for the largest active roadway project at TranSystems, the Central Tri-State Master Plan.

Tuesday, November 22, 2016

DaMon T. Pettigrew — DaMon T. Pettigrew
KAI Design & Build has hired DaMon T. Pettigrew of Florissant, MO as an Engineering Specialist. In this position, Pettigrew stands at the front line of quality control for KAI's MEP Engineering department, acting as an in-house coordinator for drawing and document management and design using Revit. Additionally, Pettigrew will serve as a liaison between the client and the company, providing guidance during the planning, design, development and testing stages for projects at KAI.

Thursday, November 17, 2016

Crystal Moyer — Crystal Moyer
Western Specialty Contractors has hired Crystal Moyer of Eureka, MO as a National Account Manager. In this position, Moyer will assist in achieving annual sales objectives by providing marketing, sales and business development leadership. Additionally, she will develop corporate marketing tracking, coordinate seminars and presentations, improve sales growth of national accounts, implement corporate marketing plans and identify potential new key accounts, among other responsibilities.

Wednesday, November 16, 2016

Tom Becker — Tom Becker
Tom Becker – Vice President

Becker joined Opus in 1994 and served in a wide variety of project management roles since. He has led efforts for Opus’ wood frame, market-rate apartment and student housing projects over the last 10 years and continues to provide oversight in his current role. Becker recently served as the interim vice president of construction in the Indianapolis office. He is also helping Opus Design Build explore opportunities in new sectors.

Tuesday, November 15, 2016

Luke Albers
Luke Albers – Senior Project Manager

Albers joined Opus as in intern in 2004, and was a team member on projects including the Carlyle and The Nic on Fifth®. In his current role, Albers leads a team of project managers, architects and engineers to deliver integrated design-build services across multiple sectors. Albers currently holds a key role working on the 365 Nicollet high-rise apartment project that recently broke ground in downtown Minneapolis.

Leith Dumas — Leith Dumas
Leith Dumas, Vice President

Dumas has served as project executive in multiple sectors since joining Opus in 1984, including office, industrial, retail and high-rise residential. He oversees a team of project managers and associate project managers working on Opus buildings. He also manages large, complex projects from project pursuit through design, construction and close-out across multiple sectors and is currently leading the Opus Design-Build project team on the 365 Nicollet project.

Tuesday, November 15, 2016

Jeff Smith — Jeff Smith
Jeff Smith, Vice President

Smith joined Opus in 1995 in Minneapolis and relocated to open the Des Moines office in 2005. Smith served as the project executive on a number of highly successful projects including the US Bank West Side Flats Operations Center, the Iowa National Guard, Gavilon world headquarter and the Iowa State Buchanan Hall residence hall project. He is currently responsible for all construction-related activities in Iowa and continues to help grow business and the team in Iowa.

Tuesday, November 15, 2016

Chris Cromos — Chris Cromos
Chris Cromos – Senior Project Manager

Cromos joined the Opus team as an intern in 2006 and has since excelled in various project management roles including Varsity Quarters student housing and the Freightquote corporate headquarters projects. Cromos currently oversees all aspects of construction projects leading teams of architects, engineers and subcontractors, and is helping lead the development of the Uptown La Grange apartment project in La Grange, Illinois.

Tuesday, November 15, 2016

Justin Cosgrove — Justin Cosgrove
Ring & DuChateau welcomes Justin Cosgrove to its HVAC engineering design department. Justin is a 2013 graduate of Milwaukee School of Engineering returning to the Milwaukee area after three years working in southeastern Michigan. In his new role as project engineer, Justin will build on his campus and utility design experience, adding projects from the wider range of markets served by R&D.

Monday, November 14, 2016

Leah Knapp, PE — Leah Knapp, PE
Leah Knapp, PE, has joined the Milwaukee office of HGA Architects and Engineers as a Civil Engineer. She is contributing to the office’s existing strengths in mechanical, electrical and structural engineering. Knapp has 12 years’ professional experience, with a technical background in site design and storm water engineering. She has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Marquette University and is a licensed Professional Engineer.

Thursday, September 22, 2016

Jennifer Herr, NCIQD, LEED AP — Jennifer Herr, NCIQD, LEED AP
Jennifer Herr, NCIQD, LEED AP, has joined the Milwaukee office of HGA Architects and Engineers as a Senior Interior Designer for the Public/Corporate Practice Group. She has diverse experience in corporate interior design for leading clients in the Midwest and Southeast Asia. She has a Bachelor of Science in Interior Architecture from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. She is a LEED Accredited Professional and licensed Interior Designer.

Thursday, September 22, 2016

Dawn Rolison — Dawn Rolison
Dawn Rolison joined the Milwaukee office of HGA Architects and Engineers as a Business Developer for the Public/Corporate Practice Group. She has more than 20 years of business development and marketing experience. Her expertise includes market research, forecasting, sales, and client relations. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and a Minor in Psychology and Art from Purdue University.

Thursday, September 22, 2016

Kristen Atha — Kristen Atha
Kristen Atha has joined our AECOM team as a Vice President for Business Development in the Columbus, Ohio office. She will focus specifically on the Columbus Water Market in the near term, and will also be involved in business development activities throughout Ohio and the rest of the Area.

Thursday, August 18, 2016

Quentin Petersen — Quentin Petersen, LEED AP BD+C
TranSystems Corporation names Quentin Petersen, LEED AP BD+C, as architectural team leader for the Great Lakes Region. Petersen has led and contributed to several large-scale transportation projects, including the O’Hare Intermodal Center and consolidated rental car facility design, the Circle (Jane Byrne) Interchange, the San Jose consolidated rental car facility, The Kent Central Gateway in Ohio, and several projects with the Chicago Transit Authority.

Wednesday, July 13, 2016

Greg Murphy, PE — Greg Murphy, PE
Greg Murphy, PE, is named Regional Vice President for the Great Lakes region of TranSystems Corporation, expanding on his role leading the sales and operations of the Ohio offices. He also serves the Great Lakes and Midwest regions providing strategic direction and growing the market sector that serves state DOTs, tollways and municipalities.

Monday, July 11, 2016

Patrick Judd, PLA, ASLA — Patrick Judd, PLA, ASLA
Veteran landscape architect, Patrick Judd, PLA, ASLA, has joined Stantec in Ann Arbor, MI. Judd’s designs are widely noted for resiliency, native landscaping, green infrastructure, and restorative land practices. His award-winning work throughout the Great Lakes includes more than 500 projects bridging, and often bringing together, public and private sector interests.

Tuesday, July 5, 2016

Corey Bell — Corey Bell
With over 20 years of experience ranging from Estimator to Director of Preconstruction, Corey Bell joins BuildingPoint Mid-America as their Solutions Account Manager. In this role, Corey is responsible for identifying appropriate products and services from Trimble's portfolio to address challenges faced within estimating, project management, and VDC.

Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Peter Darga — Peter Darga
Peter Darga, a 23-year veteran of Walbridge, has been promoted to Vice President and Treasurer of the Detroit-based construction company. He will directly oversee the accounting and treasury functions. He was formerly Assistant Vice President.

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

William McCulloch — William McCulloch
William McCulloch has joined Walbridge as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. He has responsibility for the financial and project controls functions of the Detroit-based construction company. He was formerly with FSE Energy, a New Orleans-based EPC contractor.

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

John Rakolta III — John Rakolta III
John Rakolta III has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer at Walbridge. He oversees financial and other administrative functions for the Detroit-based construction company. He has been with Walbridge for more than 10 years and was previously Group Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. He reports to John Rakolta, Jr., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Aaron Vonderhaar — Aaron Vonderhaar
ACME Constructors is pleased to announce the addition of Aaron VonderHaar as a Project Manager. Aaron will oversee projects for ACME’s industrial clients that involve equipment and manufacturing process installations.

Aaron recently completed his BS in Mechanical Engineering from the Missouri University of Science and Technology. Prior to graduating, Aaron worked in the food and beverage equipment design and installation field.

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Dan Dietrich — Dan Dietrich
Cleveland Construction Inc. announced Dan Dietrich’s promotion to Vice President of Construction. In this role, Dietrich will oversee all Cleveland-area construction projects for Cleveland Construction Inc. while managing new business development. Dietrich has worked for Cleveland Construction Inc. since August 2002 and has 14 years of experience managing construction projects for the company. He earned his B.S. in construction management and architecture from Bowling Green State University.

Tuesday, May 17, 2016

Thor Hess — Thor Hess
Thor Hess has been promoted to Executive Vice President of Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc., headquartered in Cambridge, Ohio. Hess will oversee company strategy (both long term and short term), implement operating efficiencies across all 18 locations, manage manufacturer relationships, and serve as in-house legal counsel. Hess joined Southeastern Equipment in 2014 as Director of Corporate Development where he honed company strategy and assisted in managing corporate operations.

Earl G. Strauther — Earl G. Strauther
PARIC Corp., the Midwest construction organization recognized as an industry leader in workforce diversity, has recruited Earl G. Strauther, formerly the City of St. Louis Compliance Manager, to direct the company’s next steps toward excellence and advocacy.

While at the City of St. Louis and the St. Louis Agency on Training and Employment (SLATE), Strauther focused on workforce compliance and engagement with MBE and WBE enterprises.

Kim Noonan — Kim Noonan
Kim Noonan has been promoted to vice president, marketing and brand at Opus Holding, L.L.C. With a continued emphasis on the Opus brand and customer experience, Noonan will be responsible for leading integrated marketing strategies to drive business results in alignment with Opus’ strategic growth plan. Noonan will build awareness and engagement of Opus’ brand in the market, with a specific focus on providing compelling client experiences to differentiate Opus and grow their client portfolio.

Courtney Chin — Courtney Chin
Courtney Chin joins Stantec as a technical designer. She has a strong skill set in construction documents and building coordination experience involving municipal, athletic, education and performing arts facilities. Chin received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in architecture from the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Michigan, respectively.

Matthew Prince — Matthew Prince
An accomplished senior level architect with more than 15 years of experience, Matthew Prince joins Stantec as senior project manager. Previously, he served as a vice president of architecture, leading a large team of architects, designers, planners and support staff. He also founded an award-winning architecture firm that specialized in commercial, religious, and community-based design in Michigan. Prince earned his bachelor’s degree in architecture from the University of Detroit Mercy.

Gloria Calhoun — Gloria Calhoun
Gloria Calhoun joins Stantec as a senior electrical designer. She has more than 20 years of experience as an electrical designer and has a strong power and lighting background for a variety of facilities. Calhoun has worked with several top engineering firms in Michigan. She earned her bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of Phoenix and graduated from Wayne State University’s liberal arts program with honors.

James Yates — James Yates
James Yates will serve as Stantec Berkley’s structural team leader. A professional engineer with 25 years of experience, Yates earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in civil engineering, as well as a doctorate in structural engineering, from Michigan Technological University. Yates has worked across multiple sectors providing design for projects of all sizes and complexities.

Jay Lucas — Jay Lucas
McCownGordon Construction has named Jay Lucas vice president of construction operations. Jay Lucas joined the firm in 2009 and has nearly 30 years of experience in construction. He is active in the industry as a member of the Concrete Promotion Group, Mid-West Concrete Industry Board and the Association of General Contractors. Lucas has a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology from Pittsburg State University.

Nancy Whitworth — Nancy Whitworth
McCownGordon Construction has named Nancy Whitworth vice president of human resources. Whitworth joined the firm in 2008 as the director of talent acquisition and development. She has more than 20 years of experience and serves as a key strategic partner on the firm’s executive team. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Northwest Missouri State University and a Master of Business Administration from Oklahoma City University.

Chris Vaeth — Chris Vaeth
McCownGordon Construction has Chris Vaeth vice president of pre-construction. Chris Vaeth, LEED AP BD+C, DBIA, joined the firm in 2003. He has more than 15 years of experience in the construction industry. He is a member of the Design-Build Institute of American and the U.S. Green Building Council. Vaeth holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Missouri University of Science and Technology and is a LEED Accredited Professional.

Chris Stanton — Chris Stanton
McCownGordon Construction has named Chris Stanton vice president of estimating. With more than 20 years in the construction industry, Christ Stanton, LEED AP, joined the firm in 2000 as a senior estimator. He has served in various leadership positions with U.S. Green Building Council Central Plains, as well as serving on the finance and risk management committee for the Blue Valley Recreation Commission. Stanton has a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from Kansas State University.

Chris Jaquet, PE — Chris Jaquet, PE
Chris Jaquet, PE, has joined T&M Associates to lead its national solid waste services business. Jaquet will provide advisory and technical services to help both public and private clients address their transfer, disposal, recycling, composting and recovery challenges through economical and reliable solutions that will improve operational efficiency.

Jessica Barrios — Jessica Barrios
Jessica Barrios has joined structural engineering firm CE Solutions, Carmel, Ind., as project manager. She has a B.S. in applied physics from Appalachian State University and an M.S. in structural engineering from University of Southern California.

Laura Lancia — Laura Lancia
Laura Lancia has joined Hastings+Chivetta as a Marketing Coordinator. She updates the company website & social media sites, conducts market research, maintains marketing collateral & prepares proposal responses.

Julian Boswell — Julian Boswell
Julian Boswell has joined Hastings+Chivetta as Graphics Director. He supervises project graphics, animations and videos. A designer with over 25 years of experience, Julian has worked on a wide range of building types.

Catherine Elz — Catherine Elz
Catherine Elz has joined Hastings+Chivetta as the Human Resources Director. She is responsible for employee relations and communications, benefits, recruiting and retention, and company culture, among other tasks.

Darryl Vandever, CSI, CDT — Darryl Vandever, CSI, CDT
Darryl Vandever, CSI, CDT has joined Hastings+Chivetta as a contract administrator. Darryl ensures the firm’s quality, performance & aesthetic standards for built projects. He possesses a wide range of experience managing various building types.

Paola Badea — Paola Badea
Paola Badea, Assoc. AIA has joined Hastings+Chivetta as a Junior Architectural Designer. She creates 2D and 3D visuals for presentations, drawings and elevations using architectural software and assists with project design development.

Mark Kollitz — Mark Kollitz
The St. Louis Chapter of MSPE named Mark Kollitz its 2016 Engineer of the Year. The project manager with Burns & McDonnell has spent more than two decades improving infrastructure and community resources through his experience with water resources.

Joseph W. Beischel — Joseph W. Beischel
R.J. Beischel Building Co. has named Joseph W. Beischel President of the company. Beischel will be responsible for the overall leadership, management and financial success of the Cincinnati based operation.

Corporate Director and Process Department Manager
Baisch Engineering, a professional engineering and consulting firm providing full service integration for process related industries, recently elected Keith Piepenburg, P.E., Baisch Principal and Process Department Manager, to their Board of Directors. Keith now holds the title of Corporate Director and Process Department Manager.
Engineering Firm
Kaukauna, Wisconsin

Business Development and Marketing Manager — Business Development and Marketing Manager
Christina recently joined Baisch Engineering as their Business Development and Marketing Manager. She was at a Boston engineering firm for 13 years. Baisch Engineering is a professional engineering and consulting firm providing full service integration for process related industries.
Engineering Firm
Kaukauna, Wisconsin

Vice President, Naperville Transportation Office Leader — Vice President, Naperville Transportation Office Leader
RS&H has elected Preston W. Keefe as Vice President of transportation. Keefe joined in 2009 as transportation leader of RS&H’s office in Naperville, Ill. In just over a year, he has expanded the firm’s services in surface transportation to the Illinois market, including the Chicago metro area. A Chicago area native, Keefe has more than 30 years of highway planning and design experience and has been responsible for numerous high-profile transportation projects in the area. He received a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois. With a tradition that began in 1941, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading facilities and infrastructure consulting firms whose client-centered program structure provides value-added solutions to clients around the world. RS&H has approximately 800 associates in 34 offices nationwide and is organized into six market sector programs: Aerospace and Defense; Aviation; Corporate; Education, Health and Science; Public Infrastructure; and Transportation. Construction engineering and inspection (CEI) services are provided through its wholly owned subsidiary, Reynolds, Smith and Hills, CS Incorporated. RS&H can be reached at 1.800.741.2014 or www.rsandh.com.
Engineer
Naperville, IL

Illinois Road and Transportation Builders Emerging Leaders Program — Illinois Road and Transportation Builders Emerging Leaders Program
IRTBA's 2011 Emerging Leaders Program graduates. Twenty participants are selected for the three-year-old program, representing the spectrum of businesses that make up IRTBA's membership. Participants take classes in everything from local government to sustainable practices.
Engineering, construction, contracting, consulting and law firms from throughout northeastern Illinois
Rosemont, Ill.

Vice President, National Planning Market Leader — Vice President, National Planning Market Leader
Phil Hanegraaf joined RS&H as Vice President and National Planning Market Leader for transportation/infrastructure. Hanegraaf brings more than 30 years of experience managing large-scale transportation, land use and urban design initiatives throughout the U.S. He will lead RS&H's existing transportation planning services, as well as be responsible for expanding the firm's client base with local, regional and state planning authorities across the nation. "Providing quality pre-design and planning services is essential for creating sustainable communities and advancing major infrastructure investments," said Dave Sweeney, Senior Vice President of Transportation at RS&H. "Mr. Hanegraaf will help our clients anticipate and plan for future growth and investment needs and deliver results-oriented programs necessary for today's constrained funding environment." Hanegraaf is a licensed professional planner and received his Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin in Oshkosh. He is active in the the American Planning Association, Urban Land Institute, and Lambda Alpha International, the Honorary Society for the Advancement of Land Economics.
Planner, Designer, Engineer
Chicago

Shiel Sexton Hires Joshua Russell as Business Development Manager — Shiel Sexton Hires Joshua Russell as Business Development Manager
Joshua Russell, Business Development Manager. Joshua brings over 14 years of experience working in the commercial real estate, design and construction industry to the Shiel Sexton team. He holds a Bachelor's of Science in Geology degree from Ball State University. Joshua is currently a board member of a local not-for-profit, Barnraisers, Inc., and an outgoing board member of Camptown, Inc. He resides in Fishers, Indiana where he has been actively involved in community activities for both the Town of Fishers and Fishers Chamber of Commerce. He has also been engaged in industry organizations, such as the Indiana Construction Roundtable (ICR). Josh participates in Indianapolis community organizations, such as the Indianapolis Zoo, Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) and the Lacy Leadership Organization (LLA). Joshua will be assisting Shiel Sexton to continue growth in the healthcare, assisted living and science and technology markets, while assisting clients and helping industry partners meet their construction management needs.
Construction Management
Indianapolis, IN

Southeastern Equipment Hires Scott Poole as Operations Manager — Southeastern Equipment Hires Scott Poole as Operations Manager
Scott Poole has joined Southeastern Equipment as operations manager at the Evansville, Indiana location. Poole is managing the parts, sales, and service departments for the branch, which includes Southern Indiana and Kentucky in its territory.
Management
Evansville, Indiana

Kevin O'Keefe Joines Southeastern Equipment as Michigan Sales Representative — Kevin O'Keefe Joines Southeastern Equipment as Michigan Sales Representative
Kevin O’Keefe has joined Southeastern Equipment as outside sales representative at the Holt, Mich. location. O’Keefe is selling the entire line of equipment throughout southeastern Mich. in Livingston, Genesee, Washtenaw, Shiawassee and Ingham counties.
sales
Holt, Michigan

Tim Johnson Joins Southeastern Equipment as Ohio Sales Representative — Tim Johnson Joins Southeastern Equipment as Ohio Sales Representative
Tim Johnson has rejoined Southeastern Equipment as sales representative at the Perrysburg, Ohio location. Johnson is selling the full line of equipment throughout northwestern Ohio, including Wood County.
Sales
Perrysburg, Ohio

Seth Pfeil Joins Pierce Engineers as Associate — Seth Pfeil Joins Pierce Engineers as Associate
Pierce Engineers, Inc. welcomes Seth Pfeil. He is responsible for directing and providing the structural engineering services offered by the Madison, WI office. With more than 10 years of experience, Seth brings a significant background in structural engineering to various project types – commercial, educational, healthcare, and governmental. He has extensive experience with reinforced and post-tensioned concrete projects. He has also been actively involved in masonry, precast concrete and steel projects. His experience includes both rehabilitation work and new construction. In addition, Seth is experienced in providing computer calculations, field inspections, and investigative reports.
Pierce Engineers, Inc.
Milwaukee/Madison WI

Sam L. Claassen, CEO/President — Sam L. Claassen, CEO/President
Engineering/Architecture firms SEH and Yaggy Colby Associates merged companies. The company will operate as SEH with Sam L. Claassen leading the newly merged firm as CEO/President. Prior to merger he served as CEO/President of SEH and now will lead the merged companies.
CEO, Engineer
St. Paul, Minnesota

Michael Baker International Promotes John Dietrick to National Practice Lead - Highways and Bridges — Michael Baker International Promotes John Dietrick to National Practice Lead - Highways and Bridges
Pittsburgh, PA - Michael Baker International has announced the promotion of John Dietrick, P.E., S.E., to Vice President and National Practice Lead – Highways and Bridges. Dietrick was selected for this position based upon his extensive experience spanning over 25 years in designing a diverse range of bridges including long span concrete bridges, concrete segmental bridges, steel bridges and pre-stressed concrete bridges. The appointment of Dietrick as National Practice Lead is a critical component of Michael Baker International’s strategic reorganization and new operations-centric structure, based on office level business units supporting seven corporate regions nationally and internationally. Mr. Dietrick will play a significant role in consolidating and strengthening the firm’s technical expertise and capabilities to provide national and international clients with a full spectrum of engineering and consulting services. His comprehensive expertise will be invaluable in expanding Baker’s Highways and Bridges Practice.
Michael Baker International
Cleveland, OH

Senior Project Manager Randall Perkinson Joins Stantec in St. Louis, Missouri — Senior Project Manager Randall Perkinson Joins Stantec in St. Louis, Missouri
Randall M. Perkinson, PE, joined Stantec’s St. Louis, Missouri office as a senior project manager working in the firm’s transportation group. Perkinson will focus on managing alternative project delivery pursuits, which includes design-build and PPP projects, throughout North America. He has more than 30 years of experience in the industry; his specialties include project management, planning, design, and pre-construction services for a multitude of transportation projects. He has designed or managed a variety of transportation projects, including highways, streets, rest areas, railroads, and military training ranges. Perkinson is a licensed professional engineer in multiple states throughout the United States. He graduated from the University of Missouri-Rolla with a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering. He later continued his education at Baker University, receiving his master of business administration degree. Across North America, Stantec transportation services are provided by over 1,600 specialists, for over 500 current client projects, from a variety of over 1000 clients. About Stantec We’re active members of the communities we serve. That’s why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind. The Stantec community unites more than 14,000 employees working in over 230 locations. Our work—professional consulting in planning, engineering, architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, surveying, environmental sciences, project management, and project economics—begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. With a long-term commitment to the people and places we serve, Stantec has the unique ability to connect to projects on a personal level and advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
Stantec
St. Louis, Missouri

Civil Engineer David Haverdink Joins Stantec in St. Louis — Civil Engineer David Haverdink Joins Stantec in St. Louis
David Haverdink, PE, joined Stantec’s St. Louis, Missouri office as a civil engineer working with the firm’s water group, with an emphasis in the wastewater field. Haverdink has 18 years of experience in the industry, providing project management, planning, design, pre-construction, and construction services for a multitude of water projects. He offers technical expertise in areas of conveyance, treatment, regulatory compliance, and pretreatment programs. His project background also includes the design of drinking water and storm water systems, environmental compliance and remediation, as well as civil/site development. Dave is a licensed professional engineer in the state of Missouri, where he graduated with a bachelor of science in civil engineering from Washington University in St. Louis. He also has a bachelor of arts in mathematics from Northwestern College of Iowa. Across North America, Stantec water services are provided by over 1,100 specialists, for over 250 water plants, over 300 wastewater plants, and for over 500 dams and levees. These projects have received more than 70 Awards for resulting solutions provided by our experts. About Stantec We’re active members of the communities we serve. That’s why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind. The Stantec community unites more than 14,000 specialists working in over 240 locations. Our work—professional consulting in planning, engineering, architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, surveying, environmental sciences, project management, and project economics—begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. With a long-term commitment to the people and places we serve, Stantec has the unique ability to connect to projects on a personal level and advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
Stantec
St. Louis, Missouri

Tonia Dziak Joins Ellis Stone Construction — Tonia Dziak Joins Ellis Stone Construction
Ellis Stone Construction is pleased to announce Tonia Dziak has accepted a position in our design department. Dziak holds an associate degree in residential design from Northcentral Technical College and has over 25 years of design experience including 15 years of CAD drafting of commercial buildings. She had her own design business where she previously worked with Ellis’ architects on several projects. When Ellis Stone Construction had need to expand its design staff she was a natural fit. Dziak said she is excited to be working with an established and growing company where she can use her experience and skills.
Tonia Dziak
Stevens Point, WI

Hastings+Chivetta Architects Promotes Leslie Garner to Director of Columbia, Mo., Office — Hastings+Chivetta Architects Promotes Leslie Garner to Director of Columbia, Mo., Office
Hastings+Chivetta Architects is expanding again, adding a fifth office to their firm. The new office is located in the historic Hamilton-Brown Shoe Factory building near downtown Columbia, MO. “We are thrilled to expand our firm’s presence within the State of Missouri,” said Hastings+Chivetta President Christopher Chivetta. “We have worked with many clients in this region, including the University of Missouri Columbia, Truman State University, University of Central Missouri and currently the Hagan Scholarship Academy. We are excited to be a part of the future growth in this region.” Leslie Garner, LEED AP BD+C, GGP, GPCP, has been promoted to Director of the Columbia office. Garner has been with the firm since 2009, most recently providing construction administration to high-profile academic clients such as Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and Washington University. In addition to directing the Columbia office, she will continue as the firm’s sustainability leader, providing firm-wide guidance on LEED certification and sustainable practices. Her passion and leadership in the area of sustainable design have made her a tremendous resource for clients. Garner earned her Master of Construction Management and Master of Architecture from Washington University. She earned her Bachelor of Science Human Environmental Science from University of Missouri in Columbia. HASTINGS+CHIVETTA ARCHITECTS, INC. is headquartered in St. Louis, MO with offices in Columbia, MO; Edwardsville, IL; Irvine, CA and Tulsa, OK. The firm provides architectural planning and design services to clients throughout the United States.
Construction Management
Columbia, Missouri

Jim McCann Named CEO and President, McCann Industries — Jim McCann Named CEO and President, McCann Industries
McCann Industries, Inc. is proud to announce that Jim McCann has been named chief executive officer of the company as of January 1, 2015. Dennis Kruepke is the former chief executive officer and will assume the role of chairman of the board. The ownership of the company has also changed through a stock purchase agreement, and McCann now owns 100% of the company. McCann began working with the company as an outside sales representative in 1991 and has assumed progressively more responsibility over the past twenty-four years. Before he was named president in 2013, Jim served as vice president of sales and marketing for thirteen years. He first began working for McCann Industries in 1991 as an outside sales representative and was promoted to rental manager in 1997. Two years later, he became sales manager, and within one year was designated as vice president, sales and marketing. Born and raised in the Chicago area, McCann earned a B.S. degree in economics and history from Albion College and an M.B.A. from The Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University.
Engineer, Construction Management, Contractor
Chicago area

Jason Milligan Hired as Director of Service at Southeastern Equipment Co. — Jason Milligan Hired as Director of Service at Southeastern Equipment Co.
Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. is pleased to announce that Jason Milligan has joined the company as the director of service for all locations. Milligan is overseeing all shop and on-site service to assure customers receive a consistently high level of support at every branch. “Jason is a great addition to our team,” says Charlie Patterson, president of Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. “He has over 15 years of experience with heavy equipment in Ohio and brings a high standard of professionalism to our team.” Since 1995 Milligan has been focused on delivering excellent product support services to heavy equipment fleet managers and owners in Ohio. Overseeing multiple branches, he has served as a service manager, director of operations, and general management executive for three successful construction equipment dealers. Milligan lives in Plain City, Ohio with his wife. He earned his MBA from Franklin University, served in the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne Division, and received his undergraduate degree from Ohio Wesleyan University. Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. has been selling, servicing and renting heavy machinery since 1957. The company has eighteen locations throughout Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky, and Indiana. For more information, visit their website www.southeasternequip.com.
Contractors, Construction Management
Cambridge, OH

John Hilalik Named Operations Manager at Southeastern Equipment Co. — John Hilalik Named Operations Manager at Southeastern Equipment Co.
Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. is pleased to announce that John Mihalik has joined the company as the new Operations Manager for the Cambridge, Ohio branch. Mihalik is managing the daily operations for the branch as well as coordinating trucking, for equipment moves among the 18 branches and to their customers. “We’re glad to welcome John to our team,” says Charlie Patterson, President of Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. “He brings excellent experience to our group. We look forward to seeing the contributions he’ll be making.” Prior to joining Southeastern Equipment, Mihalik owned and operated General Wholesale Auto Parts for 16 years. Most recently, he was employed for 15 years as the Fleet Supervisor for Henkels & McCoy Inc., Pataskala, Ohio, one of the largest privately held engineering and construction firms serving the utilities industry. Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. has been selling, servicing and renting heavy machinery since 1957. The company has eighteen locations throughout Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky, and Indiana.
contractors, construction management
Cambridge, Ohio

Kevin Rettich Joins Stantec as Global Discipline Leader for Buildings — Kevin Rettich Joins Stantec as Global Discipline Leader for Buildings
Kevin will lead the firm-wide development of professional and technical standards for buildings engineering. The role encompasses standards in mechanical, electrical, plumbing and structural engineering. A professional engineer with more than three decades of experience,Kevin has designed and managed projects across multiple sectors, including healthcare, airports, industry, hospitality, education, and commercial clients in North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
Engineering
Berkley, Michigan

James Chatas Joins Stantec as Education Sector Leader — James Chatas Joins Stantec as Education Sector Leader
Jim will direct education services for K-12 and higher education clients, encompassing hundreds of projects, including master plans, K-12 schools, residence halls, student centers and dining facilities, academic buildings, and sports and recreation venues. An award-winning architect and project leader,Jim is known for bringing clients the latest information on educational design trends as well as research on best practices. He has served education clients across the US for nearly 30 years.
Architecture
Berkley, Michigan

Southeastern Equipment Co. Hires Nick Ames as Outside Sales Associate — Southeastern Equipment Co. Hires Nick Ames as Outside Sales Associate
Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. is pleased to announce that Nick Ames has joined the company as outside sales associate for the North Canton, Ohio branch, focusing on Holmes, Tuscarawas and Carroll counties.Ames is responsible for selling Southeastern's complete product line, including CASE and Kobelco equipment. With 16 years of outside sales experience, Ames' knowledge of the equipment industry is extensive. Southeastern Equipment has been selling, servicing and renting heavy machinery since 1957. The company has 20 locations throughout Ohio, Michigan, Indiana and Kentucky.
Construction Management, Contractor, Engineer, Owner
North Canton, OH region

Jamie Hibbs Joins Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. — Jamie Hibbs Joins Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc.
Jamie Hibbs has joined Southeastern Equipment Co. as parts associate at the Cambridge, Ohio branch. Hibbs is responsible for assisting customers, inventory management, and deliveries. Previously, Hibbs was a heavy equipment operator for an environmental construction company. Southeastern Equipment has been selling, servicing and renting heavy machinery since 1957. The company has twenty locations throughout Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky, and Indiana. For more information, visit their website www.southeasternequip.com.
Construction Management, Contractor
Cambridge, Ohio

Dylan Hines Joins Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. — Dylan Hines Joins Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc.
Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. is pleased to announce that Dylan Hines has joined the company as parts associate at the Cambridge, Ohio branch. His responsibilities include assisting customers, handling inventory, and working with the full line of heavy equipment parts. Previously, Hines managed a rental company in Zanesville, Ohio. Southeastern Equipment has been selling, servicing and renting heavy machinery since 1957. The company has twenty locations throughout Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky and Indiana.
construction management, contractors, engineers
Cambridge, Ohio

Zach Sammons Joins Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. — Zach Sammons Joins Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc.
Southeastern Equipment Co. is pleased to announce that Zach Sammons has joined the company as parts representative at the Dublin, Ohio branch. Sammons is responsible for coordinating part sales, inventory management and shipping. Previously, Sammons was a parts representative at a regional heavy equipment dealer. Southeastern Equipment has been selling, servicing and renting heavy machinery since 1957. The company has twenty locations throughout Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky and Indiana.
construction management, contractors, engineers
Dublin, Ohio

Matt Nash Joins Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. — Matt Nash Joins Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc.
Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. is pleased to announce that Matt Nash has joined the company as fleet coordinator for the Dublin, Ohio branch. His responsibilities include monitoring construction equipment through CASE SiteWatch to identify performance issues. He also assists with scheduling and required maintenance under CASE ProCare. Previously, Nash was depot and operations manager at an excavation shoring rental company. Nash studied at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Southeastern Equipment has been selling, servicing and renting heavy machinery since 1957. The company has twenty locations throughout Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky and Indiana.
construction management, engineers, contractors
Dublin, Ohio

Dan Sullivan joins Hastings+Chivetta Architects — Dan Sullivan joins Hastings+Chivetta Architects
Dan Sullivan, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C has joined Hastings+Chivetta Architects, Inc. as a Project Architect. In his role, Dan will work on the design and documentation of all phases of project development. He is currently working on the new residence hall buildings at Saint Louis University. Sullivan earned his Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Notre Dame in 1996. Hastings+Chivetta Architects, Inc. provides architectural planning and design services to clients throughout the United States.
Architect
St. Louis, MO

Debra Derleth joins Hastings+Chivetta Architects as an Executive Assistant — Debra Derleth joins Hastings+Chivetta Architects as an Executive Assistant
Debra Derleth has joined Hastings+Chivetta Architects, Inc. as an Executive Assistant. In her role, Debra will coordinate travel arrangements, prepare itineraries, create proposals and contracts and renew licenses. Debra has more than 20 years of experience as an executive assistant and account manager at firms throughout the St. Louis area. Hastings+Chivetta Architects, Inc. provides architectural planning and design services to clients throughout the United States.
Executive Assistant
St. Louis, MO

Dane Moore Joins Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. — Dane Moore Joins Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc.
Dane Moore has joined Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. as sales representative for the Brunswick, Ohio branch. His primary responsibility is selling the equipment lines that the branch represents, which include CASE, Kobelco and Gradall. Previously, Moore had over 10 years experience working as a sales representative for two companies specializing in construction equipment rentals. Moore studied marketing a Kent State University and now lives in Hudson, Ohio. Southeastern Equipment has been selling, servicing and renting heavy machinery since 1957. The company has twenty locations throughout Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky, and Indiana.
contractors, construction management,engineers
Brunswick, Ohio

Chris Holter Joins Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. — Chris Holter Joins Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc.
Chris Holter has joined Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. as outside sales representative at the Gallipolis, Ohio branch. His primary responsibility is selling the equipment lines that the branch represents, which include CASE, Kobelco and Gradall. Previously, Holter was a farm manager in West Virginia. Holter attended The Ohio State University where he earned a bachelor's degree in agricultural business. Holter resides in Racine, Ohio. Southeastern Equipment has been selling, servicing and renting heavy machinery since 1957. The company has twenty locations throughout Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky, and Indiana. For more information, visit www.southeasternequip.com.
contractors, construction management, engineers
Gallipolis, Ohio

TJ Gleason Joins Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. — TJ Gleason Joins Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc.
TJ Gleason has joined Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. as sales representative at the Perrysburg, Ohio branch. His primary responsibility is selling the equipment lines that the branch represents, which include CASE, Kobelco, Etnyre, Bomag, Terex, Eager Beaver Trailers and Gradall. Previously, Gleason worked as a shop manager in his family's construction business for over eight years. Gleason resides in Toledo, Ohio. Southeastern Equipment has been selling, servicing and renting heavy machinery since 1957. The company has twenty locations throughout Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky and Indiana. For more information, visit www.southeasternequip.com.
contractors, construction management, owners, engineers
Perrysburg, Ohio

Jeff Glodoski 35 Years with Ellis Construction — Jeff Glodoski 35 Years with Ellis Construction
Ellis Construction project superintendent Jeff Glodoski is celebrating 35 years with the company. Glodoski joined Ellis upon graduation from Stevens Point Area High School when he entered the carpenter’s apprenticeship program. He has completed many training programs including foreman and supervisor training programs. His training and experience in all facets of construction prepared him for his current role of project superintendent, which he has held for over 31 years. He has been involved in some of Ellis’s largest and award winning projects. Glodoski was the project superintendent for the construction of the AIG Headquarters in Stevens Point, the renovation of the MSTC Stevens Point Campus, the Hendrickson Center Recreational Facility in Waupaca, the Marathon County Courthouse remodel, Port Edwards Wastewater Treatment Plant and currently is working on the Heartland Farms new office building in Hancock.
Jeff Glodoski
Stevens Point, WI

Joseph Voss Named Chief Financial Officer for Hastings+Chivetta — Joseph Voss Named Chief Financial Officer for Hastings+Chivetta
Hastings+Chivetta Architects has hired Joseph Voss as its Chief Financial Officer. Voss brings with him more than a dozen years of financial experience, and a particular expertise in the design-build and architectural industry. Voss was most recently CFO at HBE Corporation, a design-build corporation with more than $100 million annual revenue. As CFO, Voss will work closely with the Hastings+Chivetta management team to help strategically grow the firm. He also will work directly with project managers and senior staff on operational performance. His responsibilities include managing accounting, finance, human resources and risk management for the firm. “Joe’s deep strategic and analytical thinking, as well as his keen financial acumen, will make an immediate impact on our company,” said Hastings+Chivetta President Christopher Chivetta. “He will be a strong complement to our leadership team and will be invaluable as we continue our firm’s growth.” Voss earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Truman State University. Outside of work, Voss enjoys coaching, playing and watching sports; volunteering in the Boy Scouts of America; and working with numerous charitable organizations.
Accounting
St. Louis, MO

Joe Leaver Named Assistant Project Manager at Ellis Construction — Joe Leaver Named Assistant Project Manager at Ellis Construction
Ellis Construction is pleased to announce Joseph (Joe) Leaver has accepted an assistant project manager position. Leaver has earned a bachelor’s degree in construction from the University of Wisconsin – Stout and is a LEED Green Associate. He was previously with TCI of LaCrosse and has experience working in commercial and industrial construction management for local and Fortune 500 companies.
Joe Leaver
Stevens Point, WI

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