Profiles

Profiles of staff members

Joe Cruz, NOMA, AIA, NCARB

Joe is a project manager and architect who served in the US Air Force for 9 years as a civil engineer officer. Post-military, Joe has focused on aviation, federal, and military projects leveraging his Air Force background as a foundation for client and partner relationships. When not pointing out all manner of military and civilian […]

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Lalitha Benjaram (She/Her)

Lalitha Benjaram started as an engineer-in-training in the Water Resources group before leading the Employee Resource Group (ERG). As Employee Experience Manager, Lalitha works to provide an environment that is inclusive of all employees. She also helps strategize recruitment efforts to reach a diverse candidate pool. Lalitha likes to hike, cook, and visit the coast

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Jackie Hader, PE

Jackie is a civil engineer with a diverse background in water resources. With experience spanning planning, design, and construction, Jackie is passionate about delivering water resource solutions that elevate our clients and communities. When not as work, Jackie enjoys the beautiful California weather with her family, husband, friends, and two loving golden retrievers.

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Brad Sherman, PSMP

Brad is a project engineer & project manager with Mead & Hunt’s Food & Beverage sector. He specializes in the analysis and design of ammonia refrigeration, HVAC, and mechanical utility systems. In his free time, Brad enjoys boating and other lake time activities.

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Tim Close, PE, SE

As Structural supervisor and Project Manager for Mead & Hunt’s Architecture, Buildings & Engineering (ABE) Group, Tim has considerable experience as a structural engineer in aviation, industrial and commercial projects. He works to provide structurally sound design solutions that fit the needs of our clients and communities.

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Mark Roper

As an experienced water/wastewater designer, Mark  is well-versed in finding effective, innovative solutions to clients’ toughest project challenges. He’s passionate about incorporating new technologies to deliver projects that elevate communities. When not at work, you can find Mark gardening and interpreting living history at the Sacramento History Museum.

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Matt Watson, PE

Matt has over 15 years of experience as a transportation design engineer, having led project designs ranging from roadway widenings, intersection designs, bridge replacements, urban storm-sewer system designs, and more.  His inter-disciplinary experience is invaluable to problem solving and serving project stakeholders’ needs.  When not at work, Matt loves to spend time with his beautiful

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Bryan Page, PE

As an Aviation Department Manager, Bryan’s decades of diverse experience includes coordinating project teams for design, project management and construction supervision of projects at air carrier and general aviation facilities. His hands-on approach to managing design and construction teams champions open communication between the team and stakeholders. When not at work, you can find Bryan

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Laurie Whitney, AIA, LEED AP BD+C

Laurie provides leadership for Mead & Hunt’s architectural and interior design practice across the Eastern US. She is passionate about tapping into each person’s unique gifts and talents to fuel their growth and opportunity. When she’s not in the office, you can find her at the cabin, swinging a hammer or watching the sunset.

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Kevin Flynn, AIA, LEED FELLOW

Kevin has over 37 years of architectural experience with more than 26 years of acute focus on sustainable design. Kevin is a collaborative thought leader and sustainability champion who works with clients, contractors, developers, companies, and governmental agencies to grow, drive, and improve their sustainability processes, practices, designs, and reporting metrics. When not at work,

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