Aug 07, 2002

Thomas Cook Reed Reinvald Architects

Thomas Cook Reed Reinvald Architects has named architect Kent McLaren to the position of associate principal. The announcement came on his 12-year anniversary with the firm.

Focusing on projects in the firm’s civic and housing studios, McLaren's recent projects as project manager include the first high-rise built in downtown Tacoma in a decade, the Columbia Bank Center, as well as tenant improvements in that building for State Farm Insurance, Laird Norton Trust and Neil Walter Co. Additionally, he is managing projects for Tacoma’s Maritime Museum, Hillside Terrace renovations for Tacoma Housing Authority, New Life Square for Tacoma Rescue Mission and numerous projects for Metropolitan Park District of Tacoma.

TCRR is a full service architectural firm. Originally established in 1960, the firm has won 20 national and local design awards.

ARC

ARC Architects recently added the following to its design staff. Jeff Wandasiewicz comes from Phoenix. He received his bachelor's degree in design from University of Florida and his master's in architecture from Arizona State University. Chad Schneider has an interest and talent in computer modeling, in addition to design experience on large-scale projects. He graduated from Oklahoma State University with a bachelor's in architecture. Mike Mackie received both his bachelor and masters degree from the University of Washington. His area of expertise is in public buildings. Ryan Mankoski graduated from Arizona State with a bachelor's in architecture. He has experience in housing and restaurants.

Stacie Netherby is a graduate of the University of Oregon with six years of design experience. She joins ARC with an interest in green architecture, structural beauty and simplicity that integrates architecture with landscape. Stuart Kleiger is a University of Oregon grad, who will work on public projects. He brings 8 years of experience with a focus on residential and urban design.

ARC’s current projects include the University of Washington Communication Building Remodel; U.W. Digital Arts Department Remodel; Longview Conference & Community Center; and Eklind Hall at Seattle Life Sciences Center.

Berger/ABAM

Chuck Spry was recently promoted to Grade VII project manager at Berger/ABAM Engineers Inc. in Federal Way. Spry has 22 years of experience in the analysis, design and construction of transportation, marine and waterfront structures. His background focuses on planning, civil and structural engineering, inspection, cost estimating, research and development, field engineering, and construction support and management. Spry received his bachelor’s in civil engineering from the University of Washington.

Joseph Galloway has been promoted to Grade III engineer with Berger/ABAM’s Federal Way headquarters. Galloway’s background includes design and inspection of building and transportation projects.

Kate McGowan, of Berger's Federal Way headquarters, has been promoted to Grade II engineer. McGowan’s background focuses on structural engineering for transportation and water resource facilities.

Matt Bollinger has been promoted to CAD operator IV. Bollinger has nine years of experience serving as CAD operator and engineering technician for the company’s various divisions, including public works, waterfront/marine, buildings, and construction administration. Bollinger is also a member of the Berger/ABAM in-house underwater dive inspection team.

McGowan Broz

Ken McGowan, president of McGowan Broz Engineers, Inc., has been named a Fellow Member of the National Society of Professional Engineers. The recognition is given to members who have demonstrated exemplary service to the profession, the society and the community. McGowan is a longtime active member of the society, and is the current national chairman of the society's Legislative and Government Affairs Committee. McGowan Broz Engineers, Inc. is a mechanical and electrical engineering firm located in Bellevue, serving commercial, high technology, industrial, utility and municipal clients, primarily in the Puget Sound area.

GeoEngineers

GeoEngineers has hired Naomi Hales as corporate executive assistant. Hales reports to the firm’s CEO, COO, and CFO and will have major responsibilities in supporting corporate activities. Hales has 20 years experience as an executive assistant working for small firms in the insurance, medical and high-tech industries.

Freiheit

Burton

Randalle Burton has joined Freiheit & Ho Architects as an architectural intern. Burton received her degree from Hampton University and has gained her previous experience from a full service A/E firm in Virginia. She will provide architectural design, production and construction document support on hospitality projects for Freiheit & Ho Architects. Last week, the DJC published her first name under her photo.

Aug 05, 2002

Caliber Inspection

George Roni is the new safety manager at Caliber Inspection. Roni will continue in his current position as engineering manager in addition to his new role. Caliber Inspection, located in Seattle, is the largest nondestructive testing facility in the Northwest.

Jul 31, 2002

R. W. Beck

Ralph Nelson has joined R. W. Beck, a management consulting and engineering firm, as a water resources manager for the infrastructure services group in the Seattle office.

Nelson will market and deliver planning and design services related to water resources work for clients, develop project management strategies and be involved in expanding R. W. Beck's water resources capabilities on the West Coast.

Nelson has more than 20 years of experience in the industry, and previously worked with Entranco Engineers of Bellevue, where he focused on marketing and project management of stormwater, hydrology, water quality, stream restoration and water resource engineering projects.

Founded in 1942, R.W. Beck provides services to the public and private sectors in the areas of energy, water resources, solid waste and telecommunications.

Johnson Braund

Denise Storaasli has been hired as Johnson Braund Design Group’s new marketing director. Storaasli has 10 years experience marketing for the A/E/C industry. She will be responsible for business development and marketing, including research, client development, public relations, proposal development and interview preparation. She is a member of the Society of Marketing Professionals and holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Western Washington University.

JBDG provides architectural and landscape architectural services to clients throughout the western U.S. JBDG is designing a new corporate headquarters building in Tukwila and expects to move there in October.

Dykeman

Tim Jewett, associate principal at Dykeman Architects, has been elected to the Seattle chapter, American Institute of Architects board of directors for a three-year term beginning in September.

Tom Rochon, associate, has rejoined Dykeman. He was previously with the firm from 1985 to 1996. Rochon has 16 years of design experience in public and private sector work. He is currently working on a project for the city of Marysville.

The 35-year-old company specializes in architecture, interior design, master planning, site planning and feasibility studies.

Erickson

Wayne Lerch has become a principal at Erickson McGovern PLLC, an architectural firm in Tacoma. He joins Jay Peterson, Steve Storaasli and Tzzy Wong in the leadership of the firm. In his 26 of experience he has completed an extensive variety of project types and has demonstrated an expertise in educational facilities.

Lerch is currently managing a modernization to the Mohler Campus Building for Bates Technical College, a new junior high school for Bethel School District, the Childcare Center and Radio Station facilities for Clover Park Technical College and the recently awarded College Services Center for Olympic College in Bremerton.

Erickson McGovern focuses on designing school facilities and is celebrating 30 years in business.

Freiheit

Randalle Burton has joined Freiheit & Ho Architects as an architectural intern. Burton received her degree from Hampton University and has gained her previous experience from a full service A/E firm in Virginia. She will provide architectural design, production and construction document support on hospitality projects for Freiheit & Ho Architects.

Crows Nest Entertainment

Crows Nest Entertainment of Spokane has expanded its staff. Michael Sciarrotta, formerly with Muzak and DMX/AEI, is the new East Coast sales director based in Newtown, Penn.; Rob Hart, previously with Seattle-based Parker Services, is a new account manager based in Bellevue; Chad Kilmer, previously with DMX Music and AEI Music Network, is a new engineer; and Bill Jennings is a new RadioNet producer. Crows Nest, with corporate offices in Seattle and Spokane, designs, installs and manages commercial audio/video-integrated systems for national retailers and restaurants.