Jun 29, 2022

Barghausen

Bowman

Macpherson

Gilmer

New

Swing

Carp

Punia

Barnes

Mercado

Sullivan

Ortiz

Anderson

Stroble

Hunter

Schattler

Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc., has welcomed 16 new team members. The mix of new hires includes two administrative assistants, one architectural CAD technician, three assistant planners, six design engineers, one project engineer, one project coordinator, one HR assistant and one marketing assistant. 15 of the new employees will be working out of the Kent, Washington office with one employee working out of the Roseville, California branch office. Angelica Schattler joined the firm in January as an assistant planner. She holds a B.S. in environmental science from Oregon State University and is currently working on her master's of science at the University of Idaho. Samantha Hunter was hired in February as an assistant planner. Hunter is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Texas State University where she studied urban and regional planning, and geography. She has previous experience as an assistant planner and planning technician for the City of New Braunfels, TX.

Parker Stroble joined Barghausen in February as a design engineer. Stroble is a class of 2012 Clemson graduate with a B.S. in engineering and relocated to Washington from South Carolina. He has a four-year background as a civil designer and a design engineer, previously at SeamonWhiteside in South Carolina.

Mitchell Anderson joined the firm in February as an architectural CAD technician. Anderson graduated from Portland Community College, and previously worked as a framer for two years, and as a drafter for a small engineering firm for four years. Rigoberto Ortiz was hired in March as an HR assistant. Ortiz is a 2021 graduate with a B.A. from the University of Washington majoring in communication and minoring in music. His previous background includes working in recruiting and onboarding before joining Barghausen.

William Sullivan joined Barghausen in March as a design engineer. Sullivan received his B.S. from Rochester Institute of Technology where he studied civil engineering. He has earlier experience as a project engineer since graduating in 2020. Arnulfo Mercado was hired in April as a design engineer. Mercardo is a civil engineering 2020 graduate from the University of Washington specializing in private development. He has an earlier background at Davido Consulting Group as a civil engineer and received his EIT license in 2019.

Kali Barnes joined the Barghausen team in April as an administrative assistant working closely with the firm's residential team. Barnes has earlier experience in marketing, sales, teaching and curriculum development. She is a 2020 graduate from Seattle Pacific University with a B.A. in English literature

Snover Punia was hired in April as a design engineer, working with the commercial team on a diverse range of projects. She is a master's graduate from the University of Illinois Chicago where she studied civil engineering and environmental science. Throughout her graduate studies, Punia was involved in the Engineers without Borders – University of Illinois Chicago Chapter. Jonothan Carp joined the Barghausen team in April as a project engineer. Carp is a graduate from Saint Martin's University with a B.S. in civil engineering. He previously worked as a project engineer for AHBL Inc. and has several years of experience in the field.

Elizebeth Swing joined Barghausen's Roseville team in April as a design engineer. Swing graduated from California State University Sacramento with a B.S. in civil engineering. She recently became an EIT and has been working in land development for over five years, with experience in residential, industrial and commercial projects.

Lauren New was hired in April to the Barghausen team as a marketing assistant. New is a 2021 graduate from the University of Washington with a B.A. in communications. She is well versed in digital media and marketing. She has a background in creative services, customer service and working with small businesses. Ryan Gilmer joined Barghausen in May as a design engineer. Gilmer graduated from Seattle University in 2021 with a bachelor's degree in civil and environmental engineering. He obtained his EIT certification in January 2021 and has previous background from interning and working as a design engineer at LPD Engineering PLLC.

Oliver Macpherson also joined Barghausen in May as a project coordinator. Macpherson is a graduate from Western Washington University, where he studied environmental studies and policy. His previous work experience includes working for the Washington State Department of Ecology.

Andrew Bowman was too hired in May as an assistant planner. Bowman graduated from the University of Washington where he earned a degree in business administration with a minor in data analytics. He previously worked for the Navy as a contract specialist and in the energy industry as an assistant project manager.

Runberg Architecture

Lipps

Runberg Architecture Group has promoted Mathew Lipps, AIA, to principal. Lipps has 20 years of experience, with a decade at Runberg Architecture Group. His broad experience managing diverse projects has resulted in numerous award-winning, community-anchored, multifamily housing projects throughout the Puget Sound. He is currently overseeing several projects, including SPUR Apartments, 1710 12th Ave, Vivo Roy and Vivo Mercer. Previous projects include the Eleanor Apartments. Lipps currently coordinates thr teams in the construction phase and collaborates with an internal team for quality assessment/quality control. In addition, he serves as an advisor for Runberg's continuing education committee. Lipps holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Washington, and Bachelor of Science in Architecture from The Ohio State University.

Ware Malcomb

Segalla

International design firm, Ware Malcomb, announced that Adam Segalla has joined the firm as studio manager, architecture in the Seattle office. In this role, Segalla will be engaged in business development, staff mentorship, and operations for the Seattle Architecture Studio and assist in growing the office's practice.

Segalla brings over 20 years of architecture and design experience to Ware Malcomb and is a licensed architect in the states of Washington and Oregon and in British Columbia, Canada. At his previous firm he served as technical director, responsible for client development, staff mentorship and assisting with QA/QC process restructuring. His skills include account building and management, project and team management, QA/QC, strategic planning, and company branding.

Segalla holds a Bachelor of Arts and Architecture from Sadna in Tel Aviv and a Bachelor of Architecture from SCI-Arc in Los Angeles. He is a 2023 Executive MBA candidate at the Foster School of Business at the University of Washington. In addition, he is LEED AP BD+C certified, a WELL Accredited Professional, and a member of the planning commission for the City of Lynnwood, Washington.

Jun 22, 2022

ALSC Architects

Boyce

Phelps

ALSC Architects of Spokane has promoted Kim Phelps to principal and Sheila Boyce to associate principal. Serving as ALSC's director of technical design, Phelps consistently provides leadership and serves as a mentor to her teammates, collaborates with general contractors, and crafts beautiful architecture for clients. She earned her Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Idaho and is a member of AIA Spokane. She is also a graduate of Leadership Spokane's Class of 2021.

Boyce is an experienced interior designer with a focus on serving ALSC's health care clients. She brings comprehensive experience in medical and dental project planning and design. Boyce is committed to using a collaborative approach to create cost effective creative design solutions. Her educational background includes California Polytechnic University (Architectural Studies) and an Associate Arts Degree (Interior Design) from the Art Institute of Seattle. She is ASHE Certified.

DCI Engineers

Spaulding

Erin Spaulding has been promoted to communications manager in the Seattle office. Since joining the firm, Spaulding has established her role as a corporate brand strategist and storyteller, contributing various copy, video content, social media posts, and photography for multiple marketing campaigns, plus digital and print material. Her accomplishments include staff highlight videos for the “DCI is ME” Instagram account, The Grand promotion video, the corporate sustainability brochure, and numerous internal communication platforms. She has published articles in Modern Steel Construction and STRUCTURE magazines. She is a member of the Society for Marketing Professional Services, Washington chapter and a FAA-certified drone pilot.

Holmes

Bech

Speer

Chen

Holmes is growing its Seattle team with three new members; Elisa Chen, Evan Speer, and Dan Bech. Chen, senior structural engineer, joins Holmes with a decade of experience in the industry. She brings a wealth of knowledge in new and existing cultural work alongside high-rise design and creative renovations/retrofits.

Speer, structural project engineer, has a fresh take on seismic design informed by his time living in Nepal. With a passion for historic preservation, adaptive reuse, and retrofits, he will bolster Holmes' existing building portfolio. Bech, principal and technical director, is relocating to Seattle following 17+ years with Holmes in San Francisco and New Zealand. With more than 20 years in the industry, his areas of expertise include existing buildings, non-linear analysis, performance-based engineering, and code writing. Bech leads design strategy on some of Holmes' most complex projects.

Herrera Environmental Consultants

Moore

Marasco

Herrera welcomed its first outside member to its board, Amy Marasco. With over 30 years of experience in environmental policy and management, Marasco is a nationally recognized expert, working with clients on effective strategic planning, marketing, communications, and organizational re-designs. She coaches public, private, and nonprofit sector executives in developing business and communication strategies, M&A, and organizational and cultural transformations.

Marasco is currently the president of ReThinkIt Associates, a small, women-owned management consulting firm specializing in strategic planning, communications, and organizational effectiveness. She is also known for her work mentoring small businesses and MWBE firms. Marasco co-founded and acted as CEO of a 350-person IT and environmental management company. In this role, she managed multi-million-dollar U.S. federal government contracts with the Environmental Protection Agency and the Departments of Transportation, Energy, Defense, Agriculture, and Interior. She has also spearheaded high profile acquisitions, successfully negotiating the sale of a $50 million firm to a Fortune 100 company. In addition to her experience as a management and organizational consultant, Marasco is the founder of The Nature Generation, an environmental nonprofit organization committed to educating youth on environmental stewardship. She also served as the vice mayor of the Town of Hillsboro, Virginia, where she focused on award-winning infrastructure projects including pedestrian safety and transportation, drinking water, stormwater and wastewater initiatives.

Herrera also welcomed Lisa Moore to the team as human resources director based out of the firm's Seattle office. Moore brings 15 years of HR experience, working with organizations in the US and internationally to execute business strategies and address individual needs. Throughout her career, Moore has worked within several industries including A/E/C, finance, government relations, and technology. She brings a vast knowledge of human resources best practices including compensation and benefits, recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations.

KPG Psomas

Halverson

Williams

Dolan

KPG Psomas' Seattle office welcomed Sean Dolan as a transportation planner, and their Tacoma office promoted Jake Williams and Drew Halverson to management positions. Dolan earned a Master's Degree in Transportation Planning and is a member of the Seattle chapter of Young Professionals in Transportation. He is passionate about expanding community access to safe and efficient mobility options and working on projects under the Safe Routes to School Program; currently he is supporting the City of Fife with grant writing efforts.

Williams advanced from project manager to construction services department manager. In addition to his Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management from Washington State University, he brings over 13 years of experience in the construction industry. He is currently managing a roadway improvement project, Prune Alley Street on Orcas Island.

Halverson was promoted to marketing department manager after two years with KPG Psomas as a Sr. marketing specialist. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Advertising from Marquette University in Wisconsin and, alongside 20 years of professional graphic design experience, he brings a skillset for photography and videography.