S&A – Attending the 2016 NCSEA Structural Engineer Summit

This week Sabrina Duk, a Structural Engineer for Stevens & Associates, will be attending the annual 2016 NCSEA Structural Engineer Summit as the Vermont Delegate from SEAVT (Structural Engineers Association of Vermont). NCSEA (National Council of Structural Engineers Association) is the primary organization for structural engineers offering resources including seminars, webinars, published design guides and research, as well as mentoring. In addition, they host numerous member run committees that drive legislation and code improvements.

Sabrina will also meet with the NECSEA (Northeast Coalition of Structural Engineers), a group of engineers from New England and New York forming a collective voice for the Northeast region.

http://www.ncsea.com/meetings/annualconference/

 

S&A Welcomes Bob Crego, Project Manager To Their Team

Stevens & Associates welcomes Bob Crego to their team as a Project Manager for Development. Crego brings with him over 25 years of professional experience in the community development field, largely as an affordable housing developer.  In addition to his role as the founding director for Valley Cares, Inc. in Townshend, VT, Crego’s past experience includes organizational and project development, financing management, grant writing, and business planning.  He is currently working on several projects in development, including the redevelopment of a four-acre block of land and historic building at the Four Corners in Bennington.   Known as the Putnam Block Redevelopment, the project would consist of mixed use downtown space with offices, retail, and apartments.

Career Shadowing Day: Nathaniel Tyler

The professionals at S&A enjoyed a career shadowing day with Brattleboro Union High School student, Nathaniel Tyler.  Tyler received an interactive learning experience with architectural designers and engineers.  We wish Tyler ‘good luck’ with his future academic and career endeavors.

 

S&A Welcomes Jillian Tomaselli as an Architectural Designer

Stevens & Associates welcomes Jillian Tomaselli to their team as an architectural designer.  Tomaselli has received a Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture from Keene State College.  During that time, she studied abroad at St. John International University in Torino, Italy.  Tomaselli continued her education earning a Master’s of Architecture from the University of Hartford.  Before receiving her Master’s degree, she became the 2013 Marvin Design Studio Challenge Winner.  More recently Tomaselli accepted the 2016 AIA Henry Adams Medal and Certificate of Merit award and the Tai Soo Kim Traveling Fellowship.  Tomaselli is interested in historic preservation, urban renewal, and universal design. 

Governor Shumlin Announces Funding for the Bradley House Project

Congratulations Bradley House!
S&A is honored to provide design & engineering services for your building expansion and grounds beautification project.  As reported in the Brattleboro Reformer: Governor Shumlin in town to announce funding from Community Development Program Bradley House: Senior living facility will get $450,000 for renovations and expansion.

Stevens & Associates Welcomes Anna Black to their Team as Project Coordinator

Stevens & Associates welcomes Anna Black to their team as Project Coordinator for Development. Joining us from sunny California, Black brings with her over 17 years of professional experience including 11 in marketing and communications in the architecture, engineering and construction industry.

As Project Coordinator for Development, Black will be involved with all aspects of project coordination, financing development, and overall project management. Her communication, organizational, research, and spreadsheet skills will be an essential resource when working with budgets, pro formas, and project management. Black is currently assisting with the renovation of a historic downtown block, an industrial facility, and several other southern Vermont projects.

Stevens & Associates and Hilltop Montessori School Wins Award for the Hilltop Arts Barn

S&A and the Hilltop Montessori School are proud to accept a 2016 Merit Award for Engineering Excellence from the American Council of Engineering Companies of Vermont for the Hilltop Arts Barn project. This complex design included an innovative structural use of premanufactured insulated panels to support high walls and large roof loads.  “Thank You” to everyone who helped to create this beautiful multipurpose space.

 

Stevens & Associates Volunteers at the Saint Michael School

A team of professional engineers from Stevens & Associates, P.C. had the pleasure of volunteering at the Saint Michael School working with 8th and 9th grade students to provide a project-based educational program introducing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.  Read more about this story in the Brattleboro Reformer.
http://www.reformer.com/business/ci_29678208/brattleboros-stevens–associates-visits-saint-michael-school

Stevens & Associates Welcomes Ben Harwood, EIT to the team

Stevens & Associates welcomes Benjamin Harwood to their team as an engineering intern.  Ben graduated from Tufts University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, and is currently working toward his engineering license.  Ben has completed several certificate programs, and received the Littleton Award from Tufts which recognizes worthy seniors in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering who are active in professional or community affairs.  He has worked as a consultant providing construction inspection services for government and commercial projects.  Ben is interested in historic preservation and adaptive reuse projects, and as a native of Vermont, he is passionate about the character and uniqueness of Brattleboro and its surrounding communities.

Stevens & Associates Welcomes Trista Kerber, Designer, to the team.

Stevens & Associates welcomes Trista Kerber to their team as an Architectural Designer. Kerber has received her Bachelor of Science and Master of Architecture degree from Norwich University, and is currently working toward her architectural license. She brings over a decade of work experience including several years of freelance work, drafting, and designing permit plans. Kerber has worked as a designer for several firms focusing on restaurants, timber frame, multi-family housing, mixed-use, and luxury home designs. Her interests include traditional architecture, renovations, interior design, and New Urbanism. In addition to her professional career, Kerber has served as a member on the Guilford Central School Board.

Stevens & Associates, P.C. Welcomes Serenity Wolf As A Project Engineer

Stevens & Associates welcomes Serenity Wolf to their team as a staff engineer.  After several years working in various regions of the United States and abroad, Serenity Wolf, a native of Brattleboro, Vermont, returned home and joined Stevens & Associates as a staff engineer.  Serenity received a Bachelor and a Master degree in Civil Engineering from Norwich University and has experience working as a designer and assistant professor of environmental engineering.  Additionally, her professional background includes site development, stormwater management, traffic concurrency, and zoning compatibility.  Serenity is excited to instill her love and knowledge of the area into her projects aiming to support positive social and economic development within communities.

Stevens & Associates, P.C. Welcomes Nikki Perry as an Architectural Intern

Stevens & Associates welcomes Nikki Perry to their team as an architectural intern.  Perry has received a Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture with a minor in Sustainable Product Design and Innovation from Keene State College.  During that time, her academic experience included a month abroad in Florence, Italy.  Perry continued her education earning a Master’s of Architecture from the University of Massachusetts.  Before receiving her Master’s degree, she accepted a design award at the NESEA Net-Zero Energy Student Design Competition and the First Place Award Division II for the Parsons Paper Site.  In addition to sustainable design and innovation, Perry is also interested in historic preservation, urban renewal, and universal design.

Stevens & Associates, P.C. Welcomes Nate Gosselin as an Engineering Intern

Stevens & Associates welcomes Nathaniel Gosselin to their team as an engineering intern. Nate has received Bachelor of Science degrees in Environmental Engineering and Natural Resources: Forestry from the University of Vermont.  His studies focused on water and wastewater system design through an approach integrating subsurface hydrology, geotechnical principles, and ecosystem management.  In addition, Nate incorporated visual based modelling to approach engineering problems with a landscape perspective. The team looks forward to maximizing his analytical and management skills in site design projects. Currently, Nate is working on erosion control inspections and underground utility line construction review, as well as, construction phase permit compliance for the development of a ground mounted solar photovoltaic system.

Stevens & Associates, P.C. Welcomes Martha Ratcliffe as Assistant Project Manager

Stevens & Associates is excited to welcome Martha Ratcliffe to their team as an assistant project manager.  Martha brings with her over 25 years of professional experience including over 10 years coordinating and managing projects.  The team looks forward to incorporating her research and analytical skills as well as her abilities to manage projects.  In addition to the renovation of the Brooks House in downtown Brattleboro, Vermont, Martha’s past experience includes multi-family housing projects, grants management, small commercial and light industrial projects.  She is currently assisting with a project for an industrial facility, an interactive educational & agricultural development and permitting for an historic façade renovation.

Sabrina Duk Earns A Structural Engineer Professional License

Stevens & Associates, P.C. congratulates Sabrina Duk, P.E., LEED AP – BD + C for earning her license to practice as a professional structural engineer in the state of California.

Sabrina has over five years of experience in design, construction and special inspections.  She additionally has ten years of experience working with Building Information Modeling Systems (BIM) primarily using Revit Structure.  With a background in Architectural Engineering, Sabrina has an appreciation for architecture which lends itself to her attention to detail and coordination efforts.  Her responsibilities at Stevens & Associates include project management, structural analysis, construction document production, structural investigations and construction administration.  Sabrina’s prior professional experience ranges from working for a large construction management firm to a small boutique engineering firm.  After taking a position in California to improve her technical abilities and obtain her professional engineering license, she has returned to New England to work for Stevens & Associates.  Sabrina has worked on a variety of building projects which include high-end residential, commercial & mixed-use, institutional and mission critical.  She has additionally worked with a wide range of building materials – including cast-in-place & precast concrete, structural steel, masonry and heavy timber.

Techniques to Flood Proof Buildings

Please join Bob Stevens, P.E. as he presents “Techniques to Flood Proof Buildings” at the 2015 Downtown and Historic Preservation Conference in Burlington, VT on June 5th.

This presentation will review the risks, regulations and insurance requirements for buildings in flood prone areas. Engineering strategies for protecting existing historic structures will be presented as well as several case studies. In addition, take away practical tips for flood proofing your building that won’t break the bank.

Stevens & Associates Welcomes Sabrina Duk as Project Structural Engineer

Stevens & Associates is excited to welcome their new team member, Sabrina Duk as Project Structural Engineer.  Sabrina values a holistic approach to design believing it is possible to create a sustainable and positive impact on the world through nurturing ideas that promote longevity and encourage responsible management of resources.
After receiving an Architectural Engineering degree from Pennsylvania State University, she began her career working for a boutique firm in Connecticut specializing in high-end residential, institutional, and timber frame projects throughout New England.  Sabrina moved onto a medium-sized engineering firm in Silicon Valley where she worked on mission critical facility and data center projects to expand her seismic design capabilities.  Recently returning from the San Francisco Bay area, she is currently completing her California engineering license.