Our Staff

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Southern Engineering Solutions, Inc.
Andalusia, Alabama
2016-Present

Vice President / Project Manager responsible for the design and general management of a wide range of project scopes in the public and private sectors. Specific projects include water distribution systems, water storage tanks, sanitary sewer collection systems, sewage lift stations, booster pumping stations, deep well water supply, road resurfacing and rail spurs. Specific duties include project development, construction cost estimating, governmental permitting, plan and specification development, bidding and contract awarding, and construction management for these projects. Experience includes requirements and regulations for projects with special funding by various agencies including USDA Rural Development, ADECA, EDA, ALDOT and EPA.

Goodwyn, Mills & Cawood, Inc.
Montgomery, Alabama
Summer 2007 – 2016

Project Engineer responsible for clients in the public sector. Assisted with the development, funding, design, bidding and construction of civil projects specifically those relating to water and wastewater infrastructure. Facilitated negotiations and discussions with industries prospecting the development of a new industrial site in a client’s area.

LICENSURE

State of Alabama Registered Professional Engineer No. 32422

EDUCATION

Auburn University
2007 Bachelor of Biosystems Engineering
Auburn, Alabama

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Southern Engineering Solutions, Inc.
Andalusia, Alabama
2013-Present

Project Engineer responsible for the design and implementation of civil engineering projects for governmental agencies. Project involvement has included street and roadway design/upgrading, sidewalk design, downtown revitalizations, storm drainage, water distribution, and wastewater collection.

PowerSouth Energy Cooperative
Andalusia, Alabama
Summer 2011 and 2012

Summer worker assisting a Professional Engineer in daily operations. Specific duties include the transfer of mechanical diagrams and blueprints to digital format, checking piezometer readings weekly for the hydroelectric dams, surveying and design of a storm drainage ditch, assembling a Request for Proposal for hiring a surveyor, and researching items for budget.

LICENSURE

State of Alabama Registered Professional Engineer No. 37577

EDUCATION

Auburn University
2013 Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Auburn, Alabama

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Southern Engineering Solutions, Inc.
Andalusia, Alabama
2015 – Present

Project Engineer responsible for the design and implementation of civil engineering projects for government agencies. Project involvement has included storm drainage, water distribution, wastewater collection, sidewalks, and street reconstruction/upgrading.

McClain Contracting Company, Inc.
Andalusia, Alabama
2011 – 2015

Project Manager responsible for estimating, proposal preparation, scheduling, invoicing, coordination, and control of government defense projects from beginning to completion. Specific duties included procuring invitations to bid, analyze plans and specifications, calculation of quantities of construction materials, price quantity takeoffs, prepare final bid pricing, prepare change orders, project scheduling from beginning to completion, coordination of project construction between owner and contractor(s), perform safety inspections, as well as implement and manage the quality control program for conformance to all plans and specifications.

LICENSURE

State of Alabama Registered Professional Engineer No. 36691

EDUCATION

Auburn University
2011 Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Auburn, Alabama

CERTIFICATIONS

Construction Quality Management for Contractors; U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade 1
ALDOT Concrete Technician
ADEM Qualified Credentialed Inspector
ALDOT Certified in Radiological Safety
ALDOT Certified Roadway Technician
OSHA 30-HR Construction Safety and Health

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Southern Engineering Solutions, Inc.
Andalusia, AL
July 2009 – Present

Project Manager responsible for design and drafting of various civil projects including water distribution systems, wastewater treatment facilities, street improvements, sidewalks, and storm sewer systems. Specific duties include preparation of preliminary and final construction plans, construction surveys, developing and implementing GIS maps and utilities for municipal clients, preparation of governmental permit applications, as well as aid in developing project plans, budgets and schedules.

Troy University Physical Plant (Sodexo USA)
Troy, AL
2007 – 2009

AutoCAD Technician responsible for developing and maintaining blueprints and renovation plans for all Troy University properties. Provided boundary surveys and performed deed research for Troy University property acquisitions. Designed parking lot and landscaping layouts. Managed Sodexo CMMS database, Facility Center, with specific duties including gathering and reporting space allocation data, and providing room numbering schemes and creating room number signs for all Troy University properties.

LICENSURE

State of Alabama LSIT No. 91

EDUCATION

Troy University
2009 Bachelor of Science in Geomatics and Land Surveying Sciences
Troy, Alabama

CERTIFICATIONS

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade 1
ALDOT Concrete Technician
ADEM Qualified Credentialed Inspector
ALDOT Certified in Radiological Safety
ALDOT Certified Roadway Technician

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Southern Engineering Solutions, Inc.
Andalusia, Alabama
2004-Present

Project Engineer responsible for the design and implementation of civil engineering projects for both governmental agencies and private industries. These services include planning, preliminary cost estimates, preliminary design, final design, engineering construction, and final inspections.

CDG Engineers & Associates, Inc.
Andalusia, Alabama
2002-2004

Project Engineer responsible for the design and general management of civil engineering projects for municipal and other public works clients. Specific duties include GPS surveys, project layout and design, preparation of construction plans and specifications, calculation of construction quantities, preparation of detailed construction cost estimates, and coordination of construction with clients and contractor(s). Project involvement has included the design of streets, sidewalks, storm sewer systems, water distribution systems, elevated tanks, sanitary sewers, and natural gas lines.

Larry E. Speaks & Associates, Inc.
Montgomery, Alabama
2000-2001

Engineer-In-Training with experience in topographic surveys, boundary surveys, quantity & cost estimating, utility & roadway design, and drafting (site & lot layouts, existing/demolition plans, contour & storm drainage layout, plan/profile sheets, cross-sections, details, as-builts, utility plans).

Sherlock, Smith, & Adams, Inc.
Montgomery, Alabama
1999-2000

Engineer-In-Training with experience in field surveying, designing utilities (including storm water design), having exposure with roadway design, horizontal & vertical control, and drafting (site plans, details, profiles, and cross-sections).

Gallet & Associates
Birmingham, Alabama
1998

Engineering Technician (Summer Internship) responsible for field soil and concrete testing for residential, commercial, and public works construction projects.

Bechtel Savannah River, Inc.
Aiken, South Carolina
1996 –1997

Co-op/Technical Student with experience as a survey crew rodman and instrument man; assisting a structural engineer in analyzing and qualifying existing anchor bolts for wind and seismic loading; assisting in preparing, revising, and reviewing documents and reports; performing site visits; and attending project meetings.

CDG Engineers & Associates, Inc.
Andalusia, Alabama
1990-1995

Engineering Technician with field experience with land surveying and environmental crews while attending school. Environmental work consisted of drilling, water/soil sampling, field/well measurements, and site map preparation.

LICENSURE

State of Alabama Registered Professional Engineer No.26704

EDUCATION

University of Alabama
1999 Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Tuscaloosa, Alabama

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Southern Engineering Solutions, Inc.
Andalusia, Alabama
2007-Present

Materials Testing Manager trained in onsite and in house material’s testing which aid in the quality control of construction projects requiring soils and concrete testing. Responsibilities include performing the lab tests associated with Sieve Analysis, Atterberg Limits, Moisture Content, Proctors, Clay Content, Soil Cement Mix Designs as well as the testing of onsite compaction of soils with a Nuclear Gauge and testing of footings with a (DCP) Dynamic Cone Penetrometer.

CDG Engineers & Associates, Inc.
Andalusia, Alabama
2001-2007

Concrete & Soil Lab Manager responsible for performing proper test procedures that improves the reliability of tests results and aids in the quality control of the concrete and soils. Trained in onsite & in house soil testing. Project involvement has included the testing of onsite compaction of soils with Nuclear gauge, testing of footing with (DCP) Dynamic Cone Penetrometer, and lab testing consisting of Sieve Analysis, Atterberg Limits, Moisture Content, Proctors, Clay Content, & Soil Cement Mix Designs.

CDG Engineers & Associates, Inc.
Andalusia, Alabama
2000-2001
Computer aided drafting, assisting with the design and drafting of roadway and sidewalk improvements, grading design for various site work projects, and storm drainage systems.

CERTIFICATIONS

ACI Concrete Field Testing Tech. – Grade 1
ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician
ALDOT Concrete Technician Radiation Safety Officer
ALDOT Certified in Use of Nuclear Testing Equipment
ALDOT Certified Nuclear Gauge Operator Trainer
NCAT Level 1 Laboratory Technician
ALDOT Certified Roadway Technician
ADEM Qualified Credentialed Inspector
NACE Coating Inspector Level 1

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Southern Engineering Solutions, Inc.
Andalusia, Alabama
2004-Present

Senior Principal and Chairman of the Board of Directors responsible for overall corporate functions and for the supervision of the engineering operations of the firm. Engineering services include project development; preliminary and final design; and construction management. Project types include natural gas lines, water system improvements, sanitary sewers, storm drainage facilities, streets, and wastewater treatment facilities.

CDG Engineers & Associates, Inc.
Andalusia, Alabama
1984-2004

Vice-President/President/Senior Principal with complete project responsibility including job development, preliminary design, final engineering design, construction management, post construction follow-up services, and general engineering assistance. Projects have included water system improvements, natural gas systems, storm drainage improvements, street construction and resurfacing, utility relocations, sanitary sewers, industrial parks, airport improvements, and wastewater treatment facilities.

Goodwyn & Mills Consulting Engineers
Montgomery, Alabama
1972-1983

Project Engineer with complete design and construction management responsibilities for numerous projects throughout south Alabama. Projects included wastewater treatment facilities, storm drainage improvements, street resurfacing, street reconstruction, water system improvements, sanitary sewer improvements, industrial parks, and natural gas system improvements. Provided assistance to clients to handle the day to day items which required engineering expertise.

Freese, Nichols, and Endress Consulting Engineers
Austin, Texas
1970-1972

Project Engineer responsible for construction management services on a water treatment plant expansion and for preparing a basin plan and long range sanitary sewer development study for the Highland Lakes located along the Colorado River near Austin, Texas.

United States Army
Fort Polk, Louisiana
1968-1970

Assistant OIC for master planning with responsibilities for preparing a master plan for Fort Polk, Louisiana, when the status of the post was changed from a temporary to a permanent facility. Prepared funding documentation and cost estimates for construction of post facilities.

Shell Oil Company
New Orleans, Louisiana
1967-1968

Project Engineer responsible for design of oil and gas production facilities including roads, canals, and production platforms.

Missouri Highway Department
Willow Springs, Missouri
1962-1967

Cooperative Student with a variety of assignments including survey crews, construction inspection, drafting, and materials testing over a two year time period while attending college.

LICENSURE

State of Alabama Registered Professional Engineer / Land Surveyor No. 10161
State of Georgia Registered Professional Engineer No. 10336
State of Tennessee Registered Professional Engineer No. 11154
State of Florida Registered Professional Engineer No. 23473
State of South Carolina Professional Engineer No. 28457

EDUCATION

MS Environmental Health Engineering University of Texas Austin
Austin, Texas

University of Missouri
1967 BS Science in Civil Engineering
Rolla, Missouri

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Southern Engineering Solutions, Inc.
Andalusia, Alabama
2011-Present

Project Manger responsible for the design and general management of civil and environmental engineering projects in both the public and private sector. Specific duties include the preparation of detailed construction cost estimates, preparation of governmental permit applications, preparation of preliminary and final construction plans and specifications, calculations of quantities of construction materials, and the coordination of project construction with clients and contractors. Project involvement has included sanitary sewer rehabilitation, roadway improvements, street resurfacing, and construction management.

CDG Engineers & Associates, Inc.
Andalusia, Alabama
2003-2011

Project Manager responsible for tasks such as project identification, conceptual and preliminary designs, preparation of final design and detailed construction plans, specifications and bid documents, construction engineering, and general engineering consultation. Specific duties included the preparation of detailed construction cost estimates, preparation of governmental permit applications, calculations of quantities of construction materials, and the coordination of project construction with clients and contractors. Project involvement included the design of storm water drainage improvements, sanitary sewer lines, sewage pumping stations, roadway improvements, and street resurfacing.

Volkert & Associates, Inc.
Mobile, Alabama
2000-2003

Project Engineer responsible for obtaining data and conducting research for the purpose of developing traffic and pedestrian safety plans. Specific duties included the utilization of Highway Capacity software and Signal 97 to develop traffic study reports, coordinate public meetings for corridor study proposals, and utilizing Microstation software for intersection and highway interchange design.

LICENSURE

State of Alabama Registered Professional Engineer No. 32433

EDUCATION

Auburn University
2000 Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Auburn, Alabama

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Southern Engineering Solutions, Inc.
Andalusia, Alabama
May 2014-Present

President / Project Manager responsible for overall corporate functions and for the supervision of the engineering operations of the firm. Responsible for the design and general management of civil and environmental engineering projects in both the public and private sector. Specific duties include the initial project conceptual design, preparation of detailed construction cost estimates, preparation of governmental permit applications, preparation of preliminary and final construction plans and specifications, calculations of quantities of construction materials, and the coordination of project construction with clients and contractors. Project involvement has included sanitary sewer rehabilitation, roadway improvements, street resurfacing, and construction management.

Hudson Engineering, LLC
Brantley, Alabama
2005-2014

Owner, Principal Engineer, and Project Manager utilizing the broad range of experience drawn from previous positions and tailoring that experience to better serve the specific needs of a broad client base with a hands-on approach to all phases of projects from conception throughout construction and implementation. Design professional with extensive experience in water systems, sewer systems, natural gas transmission & distribution pipelines and regulator/meter station design, as well as municipal drainage, roadway, sidewalk, and park projects.

CDG Engineers & Associates, Inc.
Andalusia, Alabama
1996-2005

Board of Director who served as Division Manager, Project Manager, and Project Engineer responsible for the oversight of design and project management as well as the design and general management of civil engineering projects for municipal and other public works clients. Specific duties included the initial assessment, conceptual design and estimating process necessary to obtain grant funds, the preparation of preliminary and final construction plans and specifications, the preparation of associated governmental permit applications, calculation of quantities of construction materials, preparation of detailed specifications and construction cost estimates, and the coordination of project construction with clients and contractor(s).

Alabama Department of Transportation
Division VII, District III – Troy, Alabama
1991-1996

Engineering Trainee and construction inspector responsible for the inspection of general highway construction projects including highway widening and resurfacing, bridge and culvert construction, and the construction of storm sewer systems and other miscellaneous drainage structures. Responsibilities also included alternating duties as an instrument man, field note keeper, rodman, and chainman on a survey crew staking out right-of-way lines, centerlines, and performing topographic surveys. Served as 7th Division media coordinator during Hurricane Opal in 1995.

LICENSURE

State of Alabama Registered Professional Engineer No. 23771
State of Florida Registered Professional Engineer No. 62051
State of Louisiana Registered Professional Engineer No. 35344

EDUCATION

Auburn University
1995 Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Auburn, Alabama