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Bergmann News Bergmann Adds Talent to Northeast Building Division in Rochester Office

Laura Gregor has joined national architecture, engineering and planning firm Bergmann as an assistant project manager in the Northeast Buildings division. Gregor will primarily be responsible for managing individual projects, assisting co-workers with managing large scale projects, client contact and communication, project budgeting, proposal writing for the Environment + Energy Practice specifically on the contamination and remediation side.

Before joining Bergmann, Gregor was employed by Lu Engineers as an environmental scientist in Rochester. She holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from SUNY Geneseo and a masters in public health (tailored to environmental health) from Syracuse University and SUNY Upstate Medical Laura Gregor University. q

SWBR News SWBR Employee Receives New York State Architectural License and Welcomes New Architectural Designer

SWBR announced that Erik SWBR also announced its newest Reynolds, AIA, recently received team member, Architectural a New York State Architectural Designer Sana Shanob, Associate License from the New York State AIA. As part of the firm’s Housing Education Department. Reynolds, studio, Shanob assists project who was promoted to Associate architects through all project earlier this year, is responsible phases, starting from preliminary for building design, project design through construction coordination, and construction administration. administration in the firm’s Housing studio. She credits her interest in painting and drawing and Requirements for this licensure include a minimum degree requirement of a bachelor’s degree in architecture and at

Erik Reynolds, AIA Sana Shanob, Associate AIA

love for math and science for helping her discover a passion for architecture. She earned a least five years of work experience under a licensed architect. bachelor of architecture from Calicut University, India and Reynolds completed seven New York State exams to receive a master of architecture (Advanced Design) from Manipal his license and holds a bachelor of science in architecture University, India. q from SUNY Alfred State College.

Beardsley Architects + Engineers News Brown Joins Beardsley Architects + Engineers

Beardsley Architects + Engineers manager, and owner's representative for the William Boyd announced that James L. Brown, Center in Hague, NY, a 45,000 sf mixed use hotel, conference, R.A., AIA, NCARB, has joined the dining, and retail facility at the core of the historic Silver Bay firm as Architect and Capital Region campus on Lake George, NY. Principal. With his experience balanced between construction and Jace’s experience also includes work in commercial projects, design, he brings a comprehensive including master plans for churches, hotels, golf courses, ski approach to architecture. resorts, and the Saratoga Racecourse, which involve both new construction and historic preservation. He has designed Beardsley’s entry into the Capital numerous custom residential properties throughout the James L. Brown, RA, AIA Region represents both a Saratoga Springs, Adirondack, and Lake George regions, commitment to existing clients in the as well as urban commercial and residential developments area, and a growing commitment to the region. throughout the Capital District.

James (Jace) is a national award-winning architect with nearly two decades of experience in the allied disciplines of architecture, construction, real property development, and interior design. He joins the firm from Phinney Design Group where he served as vice president/creative director. While at Phinney, he was the lead designer, architectural project 26 | The ROCHESTER ENGINEER OCTOBER 2019

“We’re privileged and excited to have Jace join our team. We look forward to using his experience and talents in both architecture and the construction community to help the firm grow in the Capital Region,” said Joseph S. Kime, P.E., president of Beardsley. q

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Admar News ADMAR Welcomes New Project Implementation Manager

ADMAR, the largest independently owned construction equipment rental and sales company throughout New York, Pennsylvania and Ohio, announced the hire of Edward Butka as project implementation manager in its corporate office.

In his new role, Butka will Edward Butka be responsible for the implementation and ongoing management of the firm’s corporate enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. He will also develop and integrate business systems and leverage technology to improve business performance. Butka has more than 30 years of experience in business. He joins the team from Paychex, where he served a tenure of 17 years, most recently as IT analyst. Prior, he was manager of training operations at Sutherland Global Services and spent time in the hospitality industry in various management positions.

Outside of the office, Butka is active in his community and serves as executive committee member for the St. Rita Fiesta. He is also involved with Webster Little League and Webster Athletic Association Travel Baseball.

Butka earned his bachelor’s degree in hospitality management from Florida International University and his master’s degree in service quality management from Rochester Institute of Technology. q

GPI’s local office continues to expand with the addition of three new employees this summer. Since moving our Rochester operations within the City limits in 2017, the office has been fortunate to experience a very healthy growth trend. The move and subsequent growth has allowed our staff the proximity and flexibility to respond to our local clients’ needs while developing local talent right here in our favorite city.

Through hard work and dedication to the region we now offer a staff of six licensed professional engineers, a professional landscape architect, and several junior engineers all focused on infrastructure development and maintenance. Our team is proud to be managing projects for the NYSDOT, NYPA / NYS Canal Corporation, MCDOT, the Village of Fairport, and SUNY Upstate Medical to name a few of our key clients. Recently, GPI was named to all the upstate New York regional LDSA lists, which includes Regions 4, 5 and 6 in Western New York. Together with our colleagues in

Greenman-Pedersen News GPI Rochester is Growing Strong

Buffalo and Jamestown, our team is guiding local municipalities through the New York State and Federal Aid process for transportation projects.

Our most recent hires expand capability in bridge and roadway design: David Askinazi, PE comes to GPI with 30 years of transportation related experience, primarily service municipal clients in Monroe and Genesee David Askinazi, PE Counties. A graduate of SUNY Alfred and Rochester Institute of Technology with a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering technology, Dave has been project manager and primary designer for numerous local roads and bridges, following most through construction to completion. He is active in ASCE, NYSATE, and APWA; as well as serving as little league coach in Fairport and as an adult leader for a local Boy Scout troop. Dave will serve as the transportation project manager in the Rochester office. Clay Young Clay Young, a Rochester native and recent graduate of SUNY at Buffalo, having earned a bachelor of science in civil engineering; Samantha Diltz and Samantha Diltz, who also recently graduated with a bachelor of science in civil engineering technology from Rochester Institute of Technology. Samantha is also a Rochester native. Both Clay and Samantha will work on transportation projects under Dave’s direction. q

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LaBella Associates News LaBella Associates Announces New Leadership Team

LaBella Associates, a leading multidiscipline design firm, announces the appointment of a new leadership team, effective January 1, 2020. Steve Metzger has been appointed Chief Executive Officer; Jeff Roloson has been appointed President; and Mike Winderl has been appointed Chief Operating Officer. Together, alongside current Chief Financial Officer Robert Pepe, the team will be responsible for stewarding the firm’s next generation of steady growth and fostering LaBella’s award-winning workplace culture.

As a part of this planned succession, current CEO Sergio Esteban and current President Robert Healy will take on new roles as Firm Principals. They will continue to support client relationships, business development and community relations, and will maintain their current board positions as Chairman and Treasurer, respectively.

“Steve, Jeff and Mike have been working alongside us for more than a decade and are extremely well-prepared to step into their new roles. Each of them has served on the Board of Directors and contributed to long-term strategic planning and visioning for the firm,” said Sergio Esteban. “They are proven leaders with deep understanding of and commitment to LaBella’s culture and vision.”

“I speak for both Sergio and I when I say that we’re excited to focus on community and client relationships in our new roles as Firm Principals, while being available to advise and support our new leadership on the next phase of growth and innovation at the firm,” added Robert Healy.

Steve Metzger brings a strong background in civil engineering and more than 25 years of experience to the role of CEO. He currently serves as the firm’s Chief Operating Officer and is charged with directing investments in technology and firm infrastructure to support LaBella’s growth in all regions. Steve also chairs the IT, Safety, and Quality Management

teams within the organization.

“I am proud to be named CEO of LaBella,” said Steve Metzger, incoming CEO. “While no one can step into Sergio’s shoes and lead exactly as he does, I share his deep commitment to our company’s values and I’m grateful for the opportunity to lead and represent our company in the community.”

Jeff Roloson brings decades of architecture and engineering experience to the role of President. Currently, he serves as the firm’s Director of Architecture and is charged with the management of more than 125 architectural professionals and over $14.5 million in revenue. Jeff has served continuously on the Board of Directors since 2013.

Mike Winderl brings experience as both an engineer and manager to the role of Chief Operating Officer. He currently serves as Director of Buildings Engineering, which comprises 115 professionals and $15 million in revenue. In that role, he oversees business development, as well as the engineering component and staff coordination of single and multidiscipline projects, including structural, mechanical, electrical, energy, plumbing and hydropower services. He has served continuously on the Board of Directors since 2012.

“We cannot thank Sergio and Bob enough for the leadership, dedication, passion, and enthusiasm they have provided to the firm throughout their distinguished tenures with the company,” said Rob Pepe, CFO. “Part of that leadership has been to develop a strategic transition plan that allows for a seamless hand off of our executive roles. We are optimistic and excited for the next chapter of LaBella with Steve, Jeff and Mike at the helm.”

LaBella has grown from its initial entrepreneurial roots in 1978 to a full-service firm with more than 800 employees across more than 20 offices. q

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