As a professional Engineer for over 18 years, Ali has successfully managed the production of a variety of public and private projects in the western U.S.

Ali is committed to continual research and contributions to the LEED program in civil engineering applications. Ali reviews all specifications for environmentally friendly products, and his best management practices incorporate green alternatives. SEG considers natural solutions for erosion and dust control in design applications. Ali’s research includes economically feasible bio-solutions for treating storm water and grey water.  Ali founded SEG based on the principle “LEEDing and Developing Smart Projects.”

As Principal and Project Manager, Ali has successfully managed the production of many hydraulic/hydrology projects, public roadway projects, and land development projects in Arizona for both Maricopa County and State of Arizona Transportation Departments’ on-call engineering contracts.  Ali requires value engineering at the start of all projects to ensure successful realization of budget and timeline goals. He determines, monitors and reviews costs, operational budgets, schedules, and staffing requirements for project teams.

EDUCATION:

PHD in Sustainability, Transportation Engineering Program – Arizona State University

Master of Construction Engineering Management – Lawrence Technological University

Master of Civil Engineering, Water Resources – Lebanese University

Bachelor of Engineering – Lebanese University

LICENSURE:

AZ Professional Engineer #45621

CA Professional Engineer #74431

LEED AP

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Civil: CIVIL 3D, INROADS, MICROSTATION V8, AutoCAD 2D and 3D, Land Desk Development 2007, G.I.S. ArcView, AutoTurn,

Management: Microsoft Project, TIMBERLINE, PRIMAVERA, Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Structural: ROBOT (Millennium 16.1, CBS), ARCH, CONCAD, WIN BEAM, STAAD, G.I.S

AFFILIATIONS:

Phoenix Business Journal 40 Under 40, 2017 Honoree

City of Scottsdale Planning Commission, Board Member

City of Scottsdale Development Review Board, Former Board Member

Arizona Association of Environmental Professionals, Former President

National Association of Environmental Professionals, Member

With over 30 years of experience in the engineering and construction industry, Steve personally ensures that Quality Assurance protocols are maintained on all SEG projects.  In his five years with SEG, Steve has worked on public, residential, industrial, automotive, and power generation projects.  During the document checking process, Steve performs Value Engineering reviews to ensure the most economical construction methods and materials are specified.  To maintain the highest quality and efficiency of design, Steve reviews all construction documents, specifications, reports, and correspondence prior to submittal to clients and reviewing agencies.

Steve’s personal philosophy and commitment to the highest quality standards has defined his role at SEG as a leader in acquiring, mentoring, and retaining talented staff to meet client needs and SEG goals.  He works in a committee environment with SEG staff to develop corporate standards and protocols throughout the project process.  Steve’s accessibility builds excellent client relationships through the design and construction processes.  He works closely with clients in project planning, permitting, budgeting, and scheduling.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Construction Engineering Technology

AS, Drafting Technology – Northern Montana College

Eric joins SEG with over 20 years’ experience in land development. Eric has successfully provided the oversight and management skills necessary to effectively complete short-term and long-term multi-phased projects, achieve business growth and revenue objectives, and enhance positive municipal and community relationships.

Eric is especially skilled in the coordination of land-planning, entitlement, and community/neighborhood outreach, but with a wide and versatile expertise in all facets of development, including engineering review, estimating, contract negotiation and horizontal and vertical construction-management.

He is self-motivated, and results oriented with strong analytical, organizational, communicative and managerial skills. Readily adaptable to the dynamic working environments and team challenges that real estate development can create.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Arts – University of Arizona

Doug is a registered civil engineer bringing 25 years of municipal and 14 years of private sector experience to SEG.  His strengths include oversight of development processes from conceptual planning to construction, open communication, and alternative design considerations.

As a civil engineer with the City of Scottsdale’s Capital Project Management group, he implemented a construction document review process providing quality assurance and compliance with the applicable design codes and obtained considerable experience with the design and construction of streets, trailheads, parks, libraries, fire stations, reservoirs, reclamation plants, pump stations, water transmission lines, lift stations, wastewater trunk lines, storm drains, culverts and bridges.  Doug is proficient at coordinating plans sets across the civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, landscaping, irrigation, and dry utility disciplines.

As a principal engineer in the City’s Water Resources Department, he proactively assisted and directed developers, property owners, and engineers on the requirements and potential solutions to keep projects moving forward.  He likes open communication and freely utilized resources in the City’s planning, financial services, legal, transportation, storm water, fire, plan review, water wastewater operations, water conservation, and field inspection services divisions.

Doug’s project experience in Colorado and Arizona includes master planned communities, resorts, residential properties, commercial centers, state land planning, roadways, military bases, and industrial sites.  Doug is proficient at developing agreements and preparing easements, plats, and specifications and reviewing construction product data, schedules, and geotechnical reports.

Nara is a registered civil engineer bringing 6 years of civil engineering experience and managing various scopes of the work to SEG.  His strengths include contract administration, interpreting contract plans and specifications, and coordination and management of subcontractors.  He has managed both onsite and offsite teams of engineers to successfully complete a variety of prominent projects.

As a Project Engineer on the Sellwood Bridge Project in Portland, Oregon, Nara managed project staff and subcontractors to ensure successful completion of this $230 million project to plan specifications. His specific responsibilities including contract administration, scheduling, performing and reviewing takeoffs, material procurement, providing survey and site layout, forecasting, and progress/quantity tracking.  He was directly responsible for the installation of soil retaining walls, asphalt paving, roadway striping, underground utilities (storm and water), concrete flatwork, landscape irrigation, landscape planting, and SWPPP compliance.

In his early career, he was a Field Engineer providing project administration and field support on four bridge projects in Wasilla, Alaska totaling $13 million. He managed construction sites, processed and tracked submittals and RFIs, invoices and other documents. Nara worked with subcontractors to ensure successful completion of the projects adhering to contract specifications and deadlines. He also provided survey for construction activities including pile driving, grading, excavation, and concrete pours. He was responsible for concrete formwork design and fabrication plans, and developed construction work plans to include fall protection, critical lift and confined space plans.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor of Science – Civil Engineering, Washington State University

LICENSURE:

• Engineer in Training (EIT)
• Arizona Professional Engineering License #67901
• Florida Professional Engineering License #87695

Jeff is a Senior Project Manager at SEG with 20 years of experience in civil engineering and project management.  He has successfully managed projects within residential, healthcare, and commercial sectors.  He responsibly manages and directs the civil engineering team from entitlement and preliminary design through final design, plan approvals and construction administration.  Jeff’s expertise is grounded in proven ability to meet and exceed project expectations for Clients, Government agencies and other Consultants. He efficiently utilizes these relationships to lead projects through the development & construction processes.  His project management and engineering industry experience includes:

• Automotive
• K-12
• Commercial Offices
• Local Municipalities
• Residential Subdivisions
• Health/Veteran/Senior Care facilities
• Religious
• Custom Single-family
• Federal

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor of Science – Civil Engineering, Arizona State University
• MBA, Business Management – Western International University

LICENSURE:

• Professional Engineer: Arizona
• NCEES

Jason has 20 years of industry experience in planning project management and entitlements.  His industry portfolio includes a varied range of entitlements related projects – including project management, land acquisition, annexations, rezoning cases, general plan amendments, use permits, sign packages, variances, and other formal applications.  As a land planner and project manager for entitlements, he is experienced with subdivision design and platting, architecture coordination, HOA tract turnovers, and general operations for home builders. As a planning consultant, Jason has experience with business development and project management for feasibility, entitlements, design, approvals, and construction documents for multiple project types including mixed-use, multi-family, subdivisions, retail, office, and industrial developments.  Other skills include professional writing and document development for municipalities, including re-writing zoning ordinances and general plans.

Jason brings his strengths with strategic planning, budgeting, meetings coordination, neighborhood outreach and public presentations to SEG. He has a legal background with Letters of Intent, Purchase Agreements, general development contracts, real estate public reports, and Codes, Covenants and Restrictions (CC&R) throughout the site acquisition and development process.

EDUCATION:

• Master of Urban & Environment Planning, Arizona State University
• Bachelor of Geography & Urban Studies, Arizona State University

AFFILIATIONS:

• American Planning Association
• National Geographic Society

Bob is a well versed registered architect professional with over 20 years of diversified experience. As Lead Architect at SEG, he has completed numerous retail, restaurant and fuel center site plans and structures.

Prior to starting at SEG, Bob performed all phases of design and construction processes for public and private work in Arizona, Nevada, Utah, California, and Haiti. Bob has extensive architectural project management experience in various construction markets including healthcare, commercial, residential, public municipalities, justice, and higher education.

In 2011, Bob was awarded ENR’s “Best of the Best” project for his Solar Thermal Hot Water Heating System for Maricopa County Facilities Management – Lower Buckeye / 4th A:venue Jails, in Phoenix, AZ.

Outside of his architectural role, Bob is a key contributor to SEG’s branding, marketing, and website design.

EDUCATION:

Master of Architecture – University of Utah

Bachelor of Environmental Design – Arizona State University

Chuck has 25 years of Architectural experience in Kansas and Arizona.  He is experienced with multi-family housing, senior living, education and residential sectors as a Architectural Project Manager.  Chuck performed construction administration duties, as well as reviewing and ensuring all plans adhered to code standards.  In the solar and roofing industry, Chuck managed in-house design teams and collaboration with clients and consultants. Notable projects; Corbin Theater, Famous Footwear, Old Navy, 3 public schools, Hiland Exchange Lofts, Assisted Lifestyles of Blackhawk, and urban planning in Sedona, AZ. Chuck is proficient in AutoCAD, Sketchup, Salesforce, Adobe Acrobat, and PV Watts.

EDUCATION:

Master of Architecture – University of Kansas

As a recent Graduate student in Design for Sustainability, Apeksha brings excellent work experience from several Architectural firms.  She delivered projects by conceptualized designs, client presentation and detailing, and managed projects to ensure time execution and project cost components. She is skilled with both detailed and conceptual drawings. and proficient with AutoCAD, Archicad, Sketchup, Artlantis, Revit, ArcGis, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Microsoft Office.  Her deep understanding and experience with Sustainable Design concepts allowed her to assist in the review of the City of Savannah’s Renewable Energy Initiative.  She understands the principles of Green Building Design, and is able to implement those.  She has provided a cost analysis for community solar programs, and also educated firms in her homeland of India about LBC certification and procurement of materials to achieve that.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Architecture – Institute of Architecture, India

Master of Arts, Design for Sustainability – Savannah College of Art & Design

VOLUNTEER:

Volunteer Advocate at the UN and researcher.

Kenya is a recent graduate student from NAU. As an undergraduate student, Kenya interned with a prominent engineering firm where she gained valuable experience working in a variety of design and construction projects. She worked with the NAU College of Engineering, Forestry, and Natural Sciences providing instructional assistance with engineering software.

Kenya is proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, HydroCAD, HEC-RAS, EPANET, Websoil Survey, MAG standards and details, NTUA specifications and details, ADEQ, and IHS design standards.

• Bachelor of Science – Civil Engineering, Northern Arizona University
• Bachelor or Arts – Modern Languages: Spanish, Northern Arizona University

Dirk is a highly motivated up and coming civil engineer. He is a proficient troubleshooter who is not shy about his out-of-the-box approach to civil land development project challenges. As an undergraduate student, Dirk interned with 3 prominent engineering firms where he gained valuable experience working in a variety of civil and structural engineering projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D.  He prepared plan sets for projects including roadway, water, wastewater and channel design.  Dirk assisted in structural design and drafting plans for roadway, bridge, and other structural projects.  During his under-graduate and graduate years, Dirk worked as an adjunct instructor teaching Computer Aided Drafting (2D, 3D, AutoCAD customization, and Civil 3D).

Starting with SEG, LLC as a Junior Engineer, Dirk has worked on both residential and commercial projects. Commercial project scopes range from under 1-acre to more than 20-acre sites. Residential projects scopes include developments up to 225 acres. With 10 years of CAD experience and extensive CAD troubleshooting skills, Dirk played a key role in the development, implementation, and continuing update of CAD standards and engineering design and production best practices utilized at SEG, LLC. He currently mentors EIT’s in design and production of a wide variety of land development projects.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering – Arizona State University
• Master of Science, Civil Engineering, Transportation Materials Engineering – Arizona State University, School of Sustainability and the Built Environment

LICENSURE:

• Engineer in Training (EIT)

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Certificate in AutoCAD Drafting, Mesa Community College
• Mitutoyo Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Training
• Additive Manufacturing, Society of Mechanical Engineering, America Makes – Milwaukee School of Engineering
• Verify Software, Phoenix Analysis and Design Technology

 TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• AutoCAD Civil3D
• Infraworks
• Micro-Station
• Solidworks
• AutoLISP
• Additive Manufacturing
• 3D Scanning

As an EIT, Maher has worked on more than 40 land development projects including commercial, residential, and industrial projects ranging in size of 1-200 acres.  He uses AutoCAD Civil3D to prepare demolition plans, site plans, construction documents, grading and drainage plans, utility plans, storm water systems, channel/pipe design, sewer/water/fire pipe networks based on city requirements, and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) that comply with Best Management Practices (BMP). He is skilled at cross-sections, pipe profiles, natural area open space (NAOS exhibits), slope analysis, and cut and fill exhibits. Maher is a strong team member at SEG, LLC that collaborates well with Senior Project Managers, Clients, and Municipalities.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering – American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
• Master of Science, Construction Management – Arizona State University, Tempe

LICENSURE:

• Engineer in Training (EIT)

AFFILIATIONS:

• American Society of Civil Engineers, Member
• American Society of Civil Engineers, Camp Volunteer
• Habitat for Humanity – ASU Chapter, Member

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• AutoCAD Civil3D
• FlowMaster
• Sap 2000
• Revit
• Navisworks
• Sketchup
• R Studio
• Success Estimator
• Primavera
• Bluebeam
• MATLAB

Ben comes to SEG with a wide scope of engineering and quality assurance experience including conducting design coordination meetings, plan review, document revision control, site walks,  and general contractor and subcontractor coordination meetings.  He has worked with RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, cost estimation, creating bid documents, project manuals, and plan compliance review and coordination.  While in the United States Navy, Ben was responsible for maintaining 11,000 test and management system records within the Metrology and Calibration (METCAL) Program. He managed the material readiness and damage control items with 100% accuracy for over 400 projects, and was consistently successful during quality assurance inspections regarding maintenance, safety standards, and electrical tag out procedures in accordance with OSHA. Ben is proficient with Adobe Creative Cloud, AutoCAD, Civil3D, Bluebeam, MathCAD, MATLAB, Procore, and RISA3D.

EDUCATION:

Bachelors of Civil Engineering – Arizona State University

LICENSURE:

Engineer in Trainng – EIT application pending

FE 12/2018

As a recent graduate, Janak gained experience with a prominant engineering firm of one of the leading highway developers. He supervised the layering of the 1st micro-surfacing project in that geographical area.  He ensured quality assurance during construction, monitored project progress and adherence to design specifications. He was published in the International Journal of Road Materials and Pavement Design and a speaker in the RAR2018 Conference in South Africa. Janak is proficient in AutoCAD/Civil3D, MicroStation/InRoads, Pavement ME, FAARFIELD, STAAD Pro, GAMS, VISSIM, DTALite/Nexta, and JMP Pro.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Engineering – Civil Engineering, G.H. Raisoni College of Engineering

Master of Science – Civil, Environmental & Sustainable Engineering, Arizona State University

Lucas comes to SEG with over 5 years experience in civil engineering design and surveying, including field work.  He developed site plans including demolition, grading, dimension, erosion, site details and overall site plan aspects. Lucas also has 3 years experience in the construction industry with onsite work; building footings and foundations, sheathed walls and roofs, building layout, setting both interior and exterior wall plates, and the assembly and layout of various truss systems.  Prior to engineering, Lucas served as a full-time volunteer firefighter for the Cobden Fire Department. His diverse background makes him a valuable asset to SEG.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering – Southern Illinois University
• Associates, Surveying Technology – Rend Lake Community College
• Associates, Engineering Sciences – John A. Logan College

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Firefighter II & Hazardous Materials Certification – Southern Illinois Regional Fire Academy

 TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• AutoCAD Civil3D
• Revit
• Hydrographs
• SketchUp
• BlueBeam
• Magnet Field Data/Enterprise Software
• Earth Point
• TopLink
• Microstation
• Land Surveying

Eric comes to SEG with solid cross-industry experience in business development and marketing strategies.  Eric’s career has encompassed work in telecommunications, investments, realestate investments, commercial construction, construction materials sales, mechanical product sales, and various franchise start-up companies. His scope of work includes increasing company presence in the current market/sector, developing business in new markets, internal financial management, and capital investment planning.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Finance – University of Minnesota

Sarah has a diverse professional background that blends sales, recruiting, marketing, business management, public speaking, and employee training and development. She has over 5 years experience with operations and office management, collaborating with engineers, manufacturing, and sales teams to meet project deadlines.  Working for an engineering firm, she developed project management skills and applicable technical knowledge. Sarah oversaw accounts payable, receivables, product service and returns, and client communication.  She is proficient in Microsoft Office, graphic design concepts, CRM software, various accounting software, and social media marketing platforms.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing – Pacific Lutheran University

As a Senior Portfolio Manager and Chief Financial Officer, Julie brings financial expertise to SEG.  She has a solid understanding of financial planning and investment concepts.  She has a long history of maintaining company budgets, creating financial reports, and overseeing accounts payables and receivables.  Julie is active in her community and church, as well as providing seminars for youth programs and adult groups on personal finances, budgeting and savings.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s of Finance – Brigham Young University, Marriott School of Management

Lauren has a strong culinary background in restaurant management.  She has worked for a diverse set of restaurants, and is a gifted chef and caterer.  Her skills sets outside of the kitchen include strong organization, independent, excellent time management, and the ability to multi-task.  During her time working in a office setting, she gained proficiency in all Microsoft Office Programs, scheduling, and office management tasks.  She has furthered her professional skills at SEG gaining knowledge of the administrative components of land development projects.

EDUCATION:

Diploma in Culinary Arts, Baking & Restaurant Management – Arizona Culinary Institute

Associate of Arts – Mesa Community College

Carol comes to SEG with over 3 years of contract, submittal, and permitting management.  She has worked in several different sectors managing scheduling, municipality coordination, project management support, and overall client account management and communication. Carol has over 20 years of experience as a Senior Accounting/Project Coordinator. She is a natural problem solver, highly organized, and a strong asset to SEG.  Carol is proficient with Salesforce and all Microsoft applications.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s in Business Administration & Business Management – Ottawa University

Beth has 12 years of experience in land development permitting and application submittals and in depth knowledge of the County development process and code requirements.  She brings a diverse professional background including project coordination with the State of Hawaii to build affordable housing, all phases of mortgage operations, and administrative business responsibilities.  Beth is the welcoming smile for Clients with her Aloha spirit!

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Arizona State University, Marketing & Advertising
• Urban Land Institute Real Estate Development Certification
• Public Notary, State of Hawaii

ASSOCATIONS:

• Continental Villas Association – Board Member
• Hawaii Yacht Club – Past Board of Governor, Treasurer
• Transpacific Yacht Club – Past Vice Chair Honolulu Committee
• Villages of Kapolei Association – Past Board of Director
• Urban Land Institute – Member
• Habitat for Humanity – Volunteer