John W. (Bill) Baird, Jr., PE, RPLS

Founder | Chairman Emeritus | Senior Civil Engineer

John (Bill) Baird has over 50 years of active management, design, estimating, and coordination experience, and is still actively designing and managing projects. He has provided project management and design for many civil engineering projects for various client types, with expertise spanning municipal, industrial, commercial, educational, religious, and institutional projects. His design experience includes extensive site development; streets, roadways, and thoroughfares; bridge and culvert projects; flood control; storm water detention; water distribution and sewage collection; and water and sewage treatment plants.

Bill lives in Burleson with his wife Terresa and enjoys traveling, gardening and, most especially, spending time with his grandchildren.

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Merlin Hampton, PE

Founder | Senior Electrical Engineer

As a youngster, Merlin Hampton was intrigued by electricity. His fascination with electricity helped shape his successful career as an electrical engineer. Merlin has over 45 years of experience in design and project management. He is qualified in all aspects of the electrical engineering profession.

His experience includes healthcare, historical renovation, educational, data processing, religious, industrial, institutional, exterior distribution, and emergency power systems. He was also responsible for the electrical engineering of NASA’s Space Station Control Center in Houston. Merlin is a past board member of the City of Fort Worth’s Electrical Board and the North Central Texas Council of Governments Regional Codes Coordinating Committee.

When he’s not working or serving as a board member, Merlin loves reading, downhill skiing, and spending time with his family and wife, Margaret. Merlin also serves as a deacon at his church and volunteers with his wife at Christian Friends of Israel – America. As a former President of the Board, Merlin and his wife have traveled to Israel numerous times over the years to help aid and support Jewish terror victims and Holocaust survivors.

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Les Brown, PE, LEED AP

Founder | Senior Mechanical Engineer

Growing up, Les Brown wanted to be an architect. He later “came to his senses” and went on to receive a mechanical engineering degree from Geneva College in 1979. Les has over 44 years of experience in mechanical systems design and project management. He actively provides design and management for a variety of commercial, institutional, and municipal facilities.

His design experience includes HVAC troubleshooting, equipment replacement, code compliance, energy conservation, thermodynamics, building automation control systems, plumbing systems design, heat transfer, and temperature controls. He is also highly qualified in mechanical systems design for specialized environmental controlled areas, including hospitals, labs, and computer/data processing facilities.

Les is an active member and former chapter president of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers. He is also a member of the American Society of Plumbing Engineers and the National Fire Protection Association. Outside of work, Les enjoys hunting, fishing, and anything that involves outdoor sports. When they’re not spending time with their kids, Les and his wife, Gina, like to travel. His favorite place to visit is Alaska or anywhere up north that has mountains, trees, wildlife and cooler weather.

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Ken Randall, PE, LEED AP

Chairman of the Board | Senior Electrical Engineer

Ken Randall’s reputation as a solutions-oriented electrical engineer has enabled him to evaluate and design complex commercial and industrial electrical distribution systems. His projects range from small remodels to new one-million-square-foot buildings.

As Chief Executive Officer, Ken leads the development of BHB’s long and short term strategies along with managing overall business operations and also serves as the electrical team leader. His approach to projects and client service is to continually strive to meet the Owner’s vision and to design with new concepts and technologies with better buildings in mind.

Ken is a former Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) of Tarrant County, and he was nominated as Rookie of the Year for the organization in 2014. He is involved in the Texas Society of Professional Engineers, promoting the continuing education of engineers in Fort Worth. Ken and his wife Tammy are active members of Abiding Faith Lutheran Church.

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Trace Strevey, PE

President/Chief Executive Officer | Senior Civil Engineer

Trace Strevey grew up around the construction industry and, although he always wanted to be a cowboy, building is in his blood. The majority of his 20+ year engineering career has been in the pursuit of diverse projects that are both challenging and rewarding.

His land development experience includes commercial, industrial, healthcare, and residential design, and his municipal engineering experience includes water distribution, wastewater system design, drainage studies, and roadway design.  He has the proven ability to successfully coordinate with cities, counties, TxDOT, TCEQ, and other governing agencies for construction and environmental permits, zoning changes, and site planning approvals.

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Richard J. Watters, PE

Chief Operations Officer | Senior Mechanical Engineer

Richard Watters came to BHB after working with a design-build contractor in the area for two years. As an active member of BHB’s leadership team, Richard manages some of the firm’s multiple long-term engineering projects, including healthcare, commercial, oil and gas, retail, and municipal. He is experienced in sustainable design, energy studies/audits, design-build, hospitality, data centers, critical environments, medical gas systems, and construction administration.

Richard has been named one of the Top 40 Engineers Under 40 in the country by Consulting-Specifying Engineer Magazine and one of the Top 20 Engineers Under 40 in our region by Engineer News-Record magazine.

In the office, his hands-on style has helped him successfully find solutions for clients and mentor young engineers. Outside of the office, Richard has been past president of the Fort Worth Chapter of ASHRAE and has been active with various student organizations as a guest speaker or project sponsor; he also travels back to Texas A&M to guest lecture and has sponsored projects for the construction science department at Texas A&M.

With his wife Yesenia, he enjoys being outside with their kids, traveling, working on multiple home improvement projects, and helping others. They have sponsored scholarships for children in El Salvador, his wife’s native country, who would otherwise not have access to advanced education. In addition to these, they also have four annual scholarships locally at TCU and UNT. Expanding on this desire to provide resources and forward momentum for everyone, Richard is also a founding board member of the Paul Schulte Foundation, a non-profit organization with a goal to empower, inspire, and facilitate individuals with disabilities.

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Ian Bost, PE, LEED AP

Principal | Senior Mechanical Engineer

Ian Bost began working at BHB in 2001. As one of the youngest and newest additions to the leadership team, Ian still considers himself a kid despite being over the age of 35. Ian’s success at BHB has fostered several new relationships with higher education institutions for which he has become the primary point of contact. His projects at UNT, TCU, and UTA are some of the most technologically advanced for colleges and universities. They have included systems such as single-zone VAV AHUs and chilled beam systems.

Ian’s passion for engineering efficient systems stems from his desire to be a good steward of the land. He is involved with the AIA 2030 Challenge and works closely with our clients to provide sustainable design. Over the years Ian has continuously been involved with professional societies including the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the Texas Society of Professional Engineers. His role as a past president of the Fort Worth ASHRAE Chapter has grown into mentorships for new chapter presidents and members.

He tries to live a balanced life with his family: wife Carmen and their four kids. Ian is a Texas Tech Red Raider Alumni who enjoys supporting his college and its athletic programs. Ian enjoys living and promoting a healthy lifestyle.

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Shannon L. Nave, PE, CFM

Principal | Senior Civil Engineer

Shannon Nave’s desire is to use engineering to leave the world a better place than he found it and to help man live with nature and with each other. His extensive experience includes engineering design and project management for a significant variety of civil and water resource projects.

His wide-ranging experience in working for both consulting firms and as a municipal staff engineer includes flood studies, dam design and repair, expert witness testimony, and general civil projects encompassing designs for residential, commercial, educational, utility, and Capital Improvement Projects (CIP).

Shannon’s research and master’s thesis on storm water flow in streets and gutters led to UTA receiving a $450,000 grant from TxDOT to build a street section in the basement of the UTA Nedderman Hall to run full-scale tests.

Shannon lives in Parker County with his wife Anna and two sons; he enjoys cooking, reading, and working with the Cub Scouts.

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Austin Baird, PE, LEED AP

Principal | Senior Civil Engineer

By the time he was in high school, Austin Baird knew he wanted to be an engineer. After graduating high school, Austin began working at BHB in the field on a survey crew. While attending college at the University of Texas, Austin discovered his passion for civil engineering and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in 2001.

Austin is now a Principal with experience in design and project management. His experience includes municipal infrastructure, water resources, environmental engineering, drainage systems, transportation, and land development. He has been responsible for the engineering design of water, sewer, paving, and drainage systems, as well as close coordination with local municipalities, counties, TxDOT, TCEQ, and other governing agencies for construction permits, zoning changes, and site planning efforts.

Austin is an active member of the American Society of Civil Engineers, once President of the Fort Worth chapter, and has also served as President of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers Fort Worth Chapter. He is a LEED Accredited Professional and a Certified Professional in Erosion & Sediment Control.

Outside of work, Austin likes to spend time with his wife, Elizabeth, and their two kids, Jackson and Leah. He also enjoys cooking and traveling anywhere with a beach. Austin’s hidden talents include being a self-taught juggler and balloon artist. 

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Chad Wallace, PE

Principal | Civil Engineer

Inspired at a young age by the Golden Gate Bridge, Chad always knew that he wanted to be an engineer.  He came to BHB in 2015 with valuable experience in project management and civil engineering from Lockheed Martin and GM2 Associates. In addition to his engineering experience, Chad spent five years serving in the Navy on board the USS Philadelphia, a fast-attack submarine. Chad enjoys the diverse engineering design challenges that BHB offers and the opportunity to work directly with clients to bring their projects to fruition. He is a member of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers.

His hobbies include camping, golfing, woodworking, cooking, and trying new restaurants. He and his wife Lacey enjoy hiking and running with their Belgian Malinois named Bear, and spending time with her two nieces. Having grown up in northern California, they enjoy visiting Napa and the Redwoods…the wine is just a bonus. He enjoys being active in the community, especially volunteering at the Fortress here in Fort Worth.

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Joe LaCroix, PE

Principal | Civil Engineer

An explorer at heart, Joe once had dreams of following in the footsteps of Lewis & Clark. He loves to travel to any new place, exploring and discovering the many experiences that the world has to offer. His calling here at home, though, is the creative design process of civil engineering. He was drawn to this line of work for the opportunity to work with clients and take their vision for a project to design on paper, through construction, and into the built world. As a principal at BHB, he enjoys the ability to work on a wide variety of projects while also being involved in the Texas Society of Professional Engineers and the MATHCOUNTS program. Joe is also a graduate of the Professional Engineer Leadership Institute.

Outside of work, he enjoys traveling with his wife Meridith, and is a scoutmaster for a local Boy Scout Troop.

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Jeremy Snyder, PE

Principal | Mechanical Engineer

After taking a physics class in high school, Jeremy knew he wanted to become an engineer. During this class, he built a speaker from scratch, and from that project he realized how much he enjoyed science, and designing and building things. Jeremy holds a bachelor’s and master’s of science in mechanical engineering.

Before joining BHB, Jeremy worked at Nike for five years; three as an engineer and two as an engineer team lead. Through Nike, Jeremy has a total of 19 patents and seven published applications. In 2012, Jeremy left Nike to work at Bell Helicopter in a project management and coordination role. He was one of the engineers who worked on the 525 Relentless Helicopter, specifically working on the propulsion and AC systems.

Jeremy came to BHB in 2015, after a one-year mission trip to Saltillo, Mexico to help start a community center. His project experience includes mechanical and plumbing design in a large range of industries from healthcare to industrial facilities, and he is adept at working within a team to design systems to work for a specific environment. In fact, his specialty is aerospace manufacturing production environments, where ventilation and air quality monitoring is critical. Jeremy is a past president and current member of the technical committees of ASHRAE, on the board of the TSPE Fort Worth chapter, and on the MATHCOUNTS Committee of TSPE at the state level.

Outside of work, Jeremy loves spending time with his wife, Kaci, and two kids. He also enjoys doing volunteer work, running, cycling, hiking, and being active outdoors. Of the mountains he’s climbed, the coolest and most challenging was Mount Kilimanjaro, in Tanzania. 

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John Margotta, RPLS

Vice President of Land Surveying

John Margotta has been with BHB for over 20 years. Previously, John worked for a company that provided surveying services to BHB. Shortly after BHB added a surveying department, John joined the team and is now the head of the surveying department. He has provided field and office supervision on land surveying projects for public and privately funded projects, including the DFW Airport, City of Fort Worth, TXU Electric, Southwestern Bell Telephone Co., Trinity River Authority, Federal Aviation Administration, TxDOT, Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Railtran, and Fort Worth Transportation Authority.

In high school, John held the rank of Master in the Fédération Internationale des Échecs (World Chess Federation). Outside of work, John loves cooking, football and karaoke. If he wasn’t a land surveyor, John would be a chef. “Cooking is very relaxing to me and I feel like I’m creating something good out of raw ingredients that may or may not taste good by themselves.” John’s favorite place to visit is New York City because he loves the different cultures, food, and architecture it has to offer.

John is an active member of the Texas Society of Professional Surveyors and the National Society of Professional Surveyors. He also volunteers for Skills USA, teaching high school-aged kids, who compete in local, state and national competitions, about land surveying.

John has two kids, a son who who graduated from The University of North Texas with a degree in graphic design, and a daughter who works for Mothers Milk Bank of North Texas, a nonprofit that collects breastmilk from healthy, nursing mothers who have a surplus and is dispensed to premature and fragile infants without access to their mother’s own milk. He also has one granddaughter. John’s favorite quote is from Winston Churchill, “Success is not final; failure is not fatal; it is the courage to continue that counts,” because he believes that one is never finished in life and even if you fail, at least you tried.

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Ottis Lee, PE

Vice President of Land Development

Ottis Lee has always enjoyed building and learning how things work. He spent his first two years of college studying art and architecture, which introduced him to civil engineering. Ottis now has over 30 years of civil engineering, project management, and development management experience.

His experience includes feasibility studies, conceptual planning, zoning, planting, construction plans, budgets, estimates, and construction support. He has provided designs and plans for numerous residential developments throughout North Central Texas, as well as marinas, commercial and retail sites, waterlines, sewer projects, and roadways and bridges.

Ottis is an active member of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers and the American Society of Civil Engineers. When he’s not working or participating in organizations, Ottis likes to spend time with his wife Lana and their three grown children.

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Craig Gregory, PE

Vice President of Facilities Engineering

Growing up, Craig Gregory knew he wanted to become an engineer. Even as a kid, he was always interested in math and how things worked. Naturally, this led him to studying engineering and graduating from Texas A&M with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.

Craig joined the industry soon after graduating from college in 1987. A few years later, he joined Merlin Hampton, who had previously hired him at another company, at BHB and he has been with us ever since.

Craig has experience as the lead electrical engineer in a wide variety of projects ranging from sophisticated electrical distribution designs to large data centers and complex renovation projects in hospitals and industrial facilities such as Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control in Grand Prairie, Texas.

Outside of work, Craig enjoys spending time with his wife Laura and his two daughters Autumn and Allie. Their favorite place to vacation is Disney World.

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Ronald Ishmael, PE, LEED AP

Vice President | Structural Engineer

Growing up, Ronald’s family had strong ties to the construction industry and was often involved in some type of construction project – whether it be for a local nonprofit, family members, or the farm he lived on. In fact, his childhood home was a barn that his parents turned into a house. It comes as no surprise that Ronald knew he wanted a career in construction from a young age, and his success in mathematics pushed him toward engineering. He attended Texas A&M University to pursue a degree in construction management through the civil engineering department. During his last semester, however, the degree program was altered, and he decided to switch to the specialty of structural engineering. The unplanned change of course turned out to be exactly what Ronald had been looking for.

Now, he has garnered nearly 15 years of diverse industry experience and continues his journey at BHB as the firm’s first structural engineer. His background includes structural design services for new and existing buildings, structural assessments and evaluations, historic preservation, and forensic failure investigations. Ronald has experience with multiple construction materials such as steel, concrete, wood/timber, cold formed steel, ICF, foundations, and FRP, and has extensive experience in elevated concrete design. He is also heavily involved in the Fort Worth Structural Engineers Association of Texas (SEAoT) and is a past president of the International Concrete Repair Institute.

Outside of the office walls, Ronald spends his spare time with his wife, a high school anatomy and forensics teacher, and two children, Laykin and Cohen. He can often be found fishing, working on personal construction projects including his wife’s classroom, playing with his kids, and rooting for the Texas A&M football team. Ronald also enjoys traveling to unique places and finding activities that involve communicating and interacting with local residents. His recent expeditions include visiting off-the-path wineries in Napa and Sonoma, finding local hot spots in Alaska, and taking a road trip through the Philippines.

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Ana Garcia, CPA

Chief Financial Officer

As a kid, Ana wanted to be a teacher or an astronaut. In high school, she made the decision to pursue an accounting career after taking her first accounting class. Ms. Garcia has over 29 years of accounting and reporting experience. Prior to joining BHB, she was the Controller for Verador and was responsible for overseeing the accounting and financial reporting of all properties under management. Her experience ranges from working for a public accounting firm to a high-end retail development company.

Ms. Garcia earned a BBA degree from the University of Tulsa in 1993 and an MS degree with an Accounting concentration from the University of Kansas in 1994. She is a Certified Public Accountant. Ana is a member of the American institute of Certified Public Accountants, Texas State Board of Public Accountants, and the Fort Worth Chapter of CPAs. She is also a Pastoral Council Member and President of the Women’s Organization at her church.

Outside of work, Ana enjoys riding her bike on the Trinity Trail, attending fundraisers, watching movies, and reading. Her go-to vacation spot is anywhere near a beach and likes going on cruises. She has two dogs and three cats.

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Shonnah Driver

Senior Associate | Director of Business Development

Shonnah Driver grew up in the small farming community of Lazbuddie, Texas. After graduating from Lazbuddie High School, she moved to the DFW metroplex to attend college at UTA, where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in marketing. In 2008, prior to graduating from college, she turned in her lifeguard whistle and swim lesson cap to begin a marketing internship with BHB.

Now, Shonnah serves as the Director of Marketing and Business Development for BHB. In 2015, she was the first woman and non-technical professional named Associate within the firm, a leadership position that recognizes employees who exhibit outstanding professional and leadership skills. Shonnah was named to the 2017 Fort Worth Business Press 40 Under 40 class. She is active in many local organizations including the Society for Marketing Professional Services Fort Worth Chapter, Rotary Club of Fort Worth, Commercial Real Estate Women Fort Worth Chapter, Real Estate Council of Greater Fort Worth, and Texas Health Harris Exchange. In 2018, she completed Leadership Fort Worth’s Leadership Class, a nine-month program geared to help established leaders connect their networks and resources to address identified needs in the community.

Shonnah has a passion for her local community and the built environment. Outside of work, she enjoys yoga, running, water skiing, traveling, and experiencing all that the local community has to offer in and around Fort Worth. Shonnah lives with her husband Daniel, their son Hollis, and Hank the goldendoodle.

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Gibran Michel, DBIA, LEED AP

Senior Associate | Senior Mechanical Designer

Gibran Michel has been with BHB since 1996. A year after high school, he started with BHB as a drafter and absorbed as much information as he could concerning HVAC and plumbing design. Since that time, he has gone on to learn what he can about the other engineering tasks that goes into the construction of new buildings and the renovation of existing buildings. With this knowledge, he has been able to help his clients from the very start of on their projects. Including site selection, zoning changes, overall site utility advisement, building space planning, and many other tasks that are involved in this process.

During his design time with BHB, he has worked on everything from a 1,500 square-foot retail space all the way to a 500,000 square-foot distribution center for a major beer supplier. Projects have included schools/universities, churches, hospitals, retail, multi-family, high-rise buildings, warehouses, and everything in between.

After 20 years of design experience over thousands of projects, he began developing good relationships with clients that started pulling him away from the day-to-day design of their projects and turned him into the direct contact for the client. For BHB, Gibran become an overall project manager that was able to coordinate design efforts for all the engineering for his clients’ projects as well as a focal point within the company for projects that had difficulties during construction.

When he is not working, he likes to spend time with his wife, Molley, along with working out 4 to 5 times a week. His favorite place to vacation is the Caribbean with its’ warm weather and great beaches. You can also ask him about his own experiences handling home repairs, building a 200-foot-long railroad tie retaining wall or updating a 100+ year old cabin on his family property outside Lampasas, Texas.

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Dave Horsburgh

Senior Associate

Dave’s journey to Texas wasn’t always the plan; he grew up in Florida, nurturing dreams of becoming a professional surfer. Remarkably, he achieved significant success, holding the third rank in the state within his division and garnering multiple sponsors along the way. As a child, Dave’s adventurous spirit led him to construct forts, explore woodlands, and shadow land surveyors on construction sites in his neighborhood.

Dave’s land surveying path led him to BHB, where he knew he could forge a fulfilling career. His tenure at the company has spanned over 25 years, during which he has excelled as an Associate and Senior Survey Technician/Survey Department manager. His affiliation with the Texas Society of Professional Surveyors exemplifies his commitment to the profession. Dave plays a pivotal role in cultivating the land surveying department’s client relationships, overseeing project management, and providing training on essential tools like Autodesk Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center.

Beyond his professional achievements, Dave leads a fulfilling personal life alongside his wife, Jill, and their three children: Jamie, Ava, and Benjamin. Adding joy to their family is their beloved canine companion, Mack. Dave’s multifaceted interests include his ordainment as a minister, active involvement in his church, and dedicated community service. He enjoys moments spent with friends and family, enriching his life through travel experiences.

Dave’s global altruism is evidenced by his volunteer work in Romania, where he dedicated a summer to serving in an orphanage. His journey also took him to Mali, Africa, where he engaged in vital land surveying tasks with the International Mission Board. During this time, he connected with unknown tribes, fostering relationships and creating essential maps of villages and routes.

Dave embodies a remarkable blend of professional excellence, compassion, and adventurous spirit, making him a true inspiration to those around him.

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Ali Buron, PE

Senior Associate | Mechanical Engineer

As a third generation engineer, you could say that it is in her blood – but Ali didn’t always dream of mechanical engineering. When she was young, she wanted to be an actress, even landing the leading role in her fourth grade school play. She still loves the stage today, but has since considered a career in law before ultimately falling in love with engineering during her studies at TCU. It was there that she met Richard Watters through a mock interview event and became interested in working at BHB. She is now a project manager for healthcare and commercial projects among others, and is an active member of the Fort Worth chapter of ASHRAE.

Having grown up hunting and fishing at her grandmother’s farm, Ali still enjoys outdoor activities. She plays on an intramural kickball team, which she loves for the opportunity to compete and meet new people. At home she has two weenie dogs named Ruff and Ryder, who love visiting dog friendly restaurants in Fort Worth and bossing around their mom.

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Allen Grammer, PE, NSSA AP

Senior Associate | Mechanical Engineer

Growing up with a construction engineer father, Allen was always fascinated by the giant machines; as he grew up, the technical and problem-solving aspects of the industry drew him to his career as a mechanical engineer. He’ll tell you that it is just as much fun as he imagined it would be. Allen found BHB during his senior year at TCU, when a classmate and then-intern at the company encouraged him to apply. His work experience also includes a summer internship with the National Institute of Standards and Technology in Washington, DC, and he is currently active in the leadership team of the Fort Worth Chapter of ASHRAE.

Not a lot of people know that Allen plays the violin – a little bit of everything, from Mozart to Charlie Daniels. He also enjoys all things tech (such as playing games on the computer), traveling to Disney world, and spending time with his wife Kacy and their small cat family.

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Thomas Wilson, PE

Senior Associate | Electrical Engineer

Thomas has always wanted to be an engineer; as a child he played outside with his brother, building cities in the dirt with matchbox cars, wood block buildings, and even designing roads. He enjoys the profession’s capacity to provide a creative outlet through math and problem solving. His early work experience took place in his Oma’s convenience store, expanding his world view from an early age and instilling in him an appreciation for the diversity of people and their experiences. He ultimately found BHB through interactions with electrical engineer, Paul Morris, while Thomas worked for the City of Fort Worth. He was impressed with the company culture and quality of work that he had the chance to review, and knew the company would be a good fit for him.

Thomas enjoys volunteering at church, cooking on his barbeque pit, camping, and spending time with his wife, Aryana, and daughter, Penelope. He also enjoys a good cumbia, domino game of 42, or really any activity involving a gathering of his friends and family. He is an active member of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers.

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Paul Morris, PE

Senior Associate | Electrical Engineer

In the early years of his life, Paul went through several intense experiences at the hands of nature: a severe thunderstorm in his hometown, a significant blizzard while in Virginia in second grade, an EF-4 tornado direct hit to his college dormitory, and a large typhoon while in South Korea where his family lived for eight years. These close calls led to an interest in meteorology—that is, until his Sunday school teacher shared with him about his career as an engineer. As he learned more about the profession, he felt it would be a good fit (he’s always enjoyed math and building things), and the rest is history.

Paul began working at BHB in 2013 as a graduate electrical engineer and works on many of the firm’s municipal, commercial, multifamily, and hospitality projects. He is part of the core team here at BHB working to implement data-driven power systems such as Power over Ethernet (PoE) and other technologies such as fault-managed power systems and DC power system integration.

Outside of work, Paul was recently married and enjoys spending time with his wife being active in their church and exploring cooking, making ice cream and participating in all sorts of adventures. Paul also  enjoys playing outdoor sports or indoor board/card games with friends, drinking coffee, watching movies, and reading books. When given the chance, he loves escaping to Colorado to enjoy the peace and tranquility of the mountains and beautiful scenery. Paul recently got to hike a “14er” (fourteen thousand foot mountain peak) in Colorado with his wife and family which was one of the most challenging physical undertakings he has been through.

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Edward Chadwick, PE

Senior Associate | Senior Civil Engineer

Edward discovered his passion for construction and building at a young age. While working for a commercial drywall installation company, he attended the University of Texas at Arlington where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.

He found BHB to be a reputable company within the engineering community and amongst friends, and joined the firm in 2017 with 18 years of industry experience.

Despite being born in Scotland, Edward’s favorite place to visit is the Florida coastline to see its magnificent architecture and exotic plants, animals, and tree species. Edward enjoys taking his children hunting and fly fishing, which has inspired him to work towards becoming a professional fishing guide. He and his wife also have three dogs that complete the family. 

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Mark Arnold, LEED AP

Associate | Electrical

Mark Arnold started working at BHB in 1998 as an electrical drafter. After realizing how much he enjoyed the field, Mark decided to major in electrical engineering at UTA, where he was previously studying architecture and accounting.

Over 25 years later, Mark now serves as an Associate at BHB. He is a LEED Accredited Professional and is involved in the Texas Society of Professional Engineers. Outside of work, Mark enjoys spending time with his wife, Carrie, and his son, Caleb. The three of them enjoy spending time with their canine family members: Laila and Millie, both Australian Shepherd rescues. Mark also enjoys woodworking in his free time. 

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Sean Rath, CGD, LEED AP

Associate | Senior Mechanical Designer

Sean moved from Nebraska to Texas in 1995 and immediately started working full-time at BHB that fall. In his 20 plus years at BHB, Sean has designed hundreds of projects and is now an Associate who is a Certified GeoExchange Designer and LEED Accredited Professional. He has been an active member of ASHRAE since 2003.

Sean is an 80s music junkie who enjoys playing golf and poker outside of work. Sean is married to his wife, Candi, who also works at BHB. They enjoy spending time with their daughter, Ashley, and their two dogs, Smokey and Bandit. Sean and his family enjoy traveling and taking short vacations, whenever possible.

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Saul Martinez, PE

Associate | Mechanical Engineer

Growing up, Saul wanted to become an astronomer or historian. It wasn’t until high school, when his history teacher encouraged him to consider engineering, that he changed career paths. While attending TCU for a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering, Saul heard BHB was looking for interns, applied, and the rest is history.

During his time at BHB, he has pushed his career and responsibility upward within the firm. His project experience includes retail, higher education facilities, municipal, religious, medical offices, data centers, hospitality, multi-family, commercial, historic, and industrial buildings. Saul is an active member of the leadership team for the Fort Worth chapter of ASHRAE.

Outside of work, Saul enjoys cooking, baking, running, trivia, trying new restaurants, and video games. He also loves spending time with his two nieces and nephew. His favorite place to travel to is Japan because of the beautiful hot springs and delicious ramen.

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Scott Crawford, PE

Associate | Senior Civil Engineer

Although Scott Crawford grew up with dreams of becoming a veterinarian, his aptitude for math became apparent at a young age, sealing his destiny to become an engineer like his father. A civil engineer and project manager at BHB since January of 2017, Scott brings 15 previous years of experience in North Central Texas to the company. His specialties include water and wastewater design, utility coordination and permitting, roadway design, private multifamily development, construction administration, and municipal impact fee calculation.

Outside of work, Scott enjoys cooking and building things. He also enjoys spending time with his wife, two kids, and dogs – preferably at the beach. As a graduate of Texas A&M he loves to visit College Station, and occasionally moonlights as Batman (but you didn’t hear that from us). When asked for words to live by, he quotes Eleanor Roosevelt: “The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.”

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Mario Calzada, PE

Associate | Electrical Engineer

There was never a doubt in Mario’s mind—he wanted to be a scientist or engineer. As a kid, he always liked math and science classes; in high school he liked the idea of building small machines and becoming a mechanical engineer. However, after taking a physics class and joining the robotics team he started to explore the idea of studying computer science and electrical engineering, ultimately pursuing a degree in the latter.

Mario’s career began at BHB as a graduate electrical engineer after an internship with another firm and his college graduation. Although he works on a variety of projects (including higher education and faith-based facilities), industrial and commercial facilities has become a specialty of his. In addition to work at Texas Christian University, he manages many of the firm’s new construction and renovation projects at Lockheed Martin Missile Fire Control facility.

Outside of work, Mario is a motorcycle enthusiast. In addition to riding on the weekends when the weather permits, he also once helped a friend build a custom bike using an old 2008 Ninja 250, and hopes to one day take a multi-country tour of Europe on motorcycle. When traveling, he enjoys trying different cuisines. He also started mountain biking and enjoy riding the trails at River Legacy Park in Arlington. At home, he also likes to work on small electronic and 3D printing projects.

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Skylar Lyle, PE

Associate | Civil Engineer

Skylar came to BHB in 2014 with a degree in environmental engineering and a hunger to learn more. After experiencing an F5 tornado in the 90’s, she became interested in meteorology and the extreme effects of weather. Before graduating high school, she met Tarleton University’s (now) Associate Dean of Engineering and Computer Science, Dr. Denise Martinez, who described a new program offering in environmental engineering. This intrigued her—rather than dealing with the predictive aspect of weather, she would investigate how to deal with the water once it reaches the ground.

After passing her Fundamentals of Engineering exam, BHB was the first company Skylar applied to. She was drawn to the diversity of projects and the opportunity to learn more aspects of civil engineering beyond her collegiate studies, which focused on hydrology and hydraulics. She now works on a variety of projects, including public and private infrastructure and site development.

There’s something that few people know about Skylar; she’s a black belt in Taekwondo, and while she hasn’t trained in years, she was once quite good in sparring tournaments. These days, she likes to spend her free time visiting state parks with her husband Michael to hike and kayak. They met in the library at Tarleton studying for finals and now live in Frisco with their son, Asher.

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Tom Kellogg, RLA

Associate | Senior Landscape Architect

As a Landscape Architect, Tom Kellogg has experience working in a project management position for both multi-disciplinary firms and landscape architecture design firms. His project history includes a wide variety of types, including parks and recreation, commercial landscape design, streetscapes, multi-family developments, and multimodal recreation trails.

Living only a mile away from our Grapevine office, Tom discovered BHB while he was riding his bike and instantly wished he could work here. As it turned out, BHB was looking for a landscape architect at the time, and the rest is history.

Outside of work Tom enjoys bicycling, something he’s loved doing since he was a kid. Tom also enjoys camping, traveling, visiting museums, and playing video games with his teenage son, Colin.

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Kirk Plum, PE, NSSA AP, CPDT, LEED Green Associate

Associate | Mechanical Engineer

Kirk Plum always enjoyed math and science, but it wasn’t until he realized he wouldn’t be taller than 5’8″ that he gave up the goal of being a professional athlete and decided to be an engineer. He was always intrigued by buildings and had a passion to be as environmentally friendly as possible so the career would prove to be a great fit. He finds it rewarding to have such a tangible result of all his hard work and to be able to impact others with his projects.

Kirk came to BHB full-time in January 2019 following three summers as an intern and the completion of his master’s degree. His graduate degree in mechanical and energy engineering coupled with his LEED Green Associate credential position him as an important member of the firm’s sustainable design team. His passion is designing the most energy-efficient and owner-friendly mechanical and plumbing systems possible. His experience is primarily in K-12 and higher education and includes mechanical and plumbing systems design, hydronic systems design, VAV systems, and energy models.

Outside of work, Kirk enjoys spending time with his wife Hallie (his high school sweetheart) and family, working out, driving his 2006 red Mustang GT, and watching the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He still gets goosebumps every time he hears the radio call from when the Buccaneers clinched their first Super Bowl in 2003: “There it is, the dagger’s in. We’re going to win the Super Bowl.”

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Chris Blevins, PE

Associate | Senior Civil Engineer

Christopher H. Blevins brings more than 30 years of experience in civil engineering design and project management to the team. He is detail-oriented, while maintaining the ability to keep the overall project goals in mind and on track. As a professional who values community, Christopher is solutions-focused and never backs away from complex projects. He prides himself in the ability to solve problems and coordinate among owners, contractors and municipalities to bring value. His experience ranges from small lots to multi-acre developments and infrastructure projects.

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Tyson Thompson, PE, CFM, CPII

Associate | Civil Engineer

Tyson Thompson is a skilled project manager with a focus on infrastructure utilities. His overarching goal is to create an encouraging environment that helps others achieve their goals. He is known for exceeding expectations by building strong relationships with colleagues, consultants, and contractors. Ty is a proud alumnus of Texas Tech University, where he received an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering and a Master of Public Administration.  He is actively involved in the community, serving on committees and holding offices for organizations such as the Greater Fort Worth Real Estate Council and other professional organizations. Ty is also a graduate of Leadership Fort Worth and a Research Fellow through The Texas Lyceum. He joined BHB after serving as the Assistant Director of Development Services for the City of Fort Worth, where he managed the construction and dedication of public infrastructure projects worth $300 million to $400 million annually. Areas of focus include transportation and public works operations, land development and engineering, public infrastructure projects, roadway maintenance, floodplain management, hydrology, and hydraulics.

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Andrew Wilson, PE, CFM

Associate | Civil Engineer

Andrew Wilson inherited his analytical mind from his biochemist father. He has always enjoyed learning how things work and how to make them work better. Although as a child he wanted to become a firefighter, he was compelled to pursue civil engineering after completing his Eagle Scout project, in which he designed and managed the installation of a storm drain system for a small courtyard.

Andrew Wilson attended the University of Texas at Arlington. He brings to BHB several years of experience in civil engineering design and project management. His design experience includes hydrology and hydraulics, FEMA Letter of Map Changes, land development, drainage studies, channel restoration, and dam breach analysis. He was the winner of the ASCE Fort Worth Branch Edmund Friedman Young Engineer of the Year award in 2015 and is an active member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and the Texas Floodplain Management Association.

Outside of work, Andrew enjoys spending time with his wife, two children, and cat. He likes to stay active– he has actually completed a Half Ironman triathlon race and hopes to do more in the future. His hobbies include leather working and tending to his small family ranch where they raise cows. His ideal vacation is a peaceful trip to the mountains where the family can stay in a small cabin in the middle of nowhere.

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Peter Caravano, PE

Associate | Civil Engineer

Growing up, Peter was always interested in science and technology which led him to become heavily involved with FIRST Robotics throughout high school and into college. Through the robotics program, Peter was able to meet professionals in various engineering disciplines and was given an opportunity to intern at a local civil engineering firm. That internship convinced him that civil engineering was the career path he wanted to follow.

Peter started attending college at Rutgers University in New Jersey before ultimately transferring to The University of Texas at Arlington after his family moved to Texas in 2013. Peter graduated from The University of Texas at Arlington in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. While at UTA, he was involved with the student chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers, and a chapter officer in both Chi Epsilon and Tau Beta Pi engineering honor societies.

Since starting at Baird, Hampton & Brown in 2018 as a graduate engineer Peter has progressed in his career by becoming a licensed professional engineer and project manager. Working on a wide variety of public and private projects, his experience includes commercial land development, hydrologic & hydraulic modeling, water/wastewater design, and grading/roadway design. Peter is an active member in the Fort Worth branch of the American Society of Civil Engineers and the Mid-Cities chapter of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers.

Outside of work and in his free time, Peter keeps busy volunteering with church, spending time with his wife and two dogs, as well as caring for his 125-gallon freshwater fish tank. Peter also maintains a General class amateur radio license and can often be found operating on the HF digital modes or monitoring the local VHF repeater from his home radio shack in the evenings or during bad weather.

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Lindsay Lafferty, PE

Associate | Civil Engineer

Lindsay’s career at BHB began in 2016 as a civil engineering intern. Her design experience has since grown to include a variety of municipal infrastructure projects, channel rehabilitations, and site development projects within the industrial and commercial sectors.

She is actively involved in several professional societies and is currently serving on the board for both ASCE Fort Worth and TSPE Fort Worth. She is a recipient of the Fort Worth ASCE Young Engineer of the Year award, Fort Worth TSPE Young Engineer of the Year award, and is a graduate of the TSPE PELI program. She is also a committee member for the BHB Women’s Group and enjoys the opportunity to grow relationships between the women in the firm.

Outside of the office Lindsay likes baking, working out, spending time outdoors, and traveling with her husband. Her goal is to travel to a new country every year!

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Peter D. McKone, CWB

Associate | Environmental Services

Peter McKone joined BHB with over 35 years of experience in environmental services. His journey to the field was rooted in a childhood spent outdoors—exploring creeks, woods, and undeveloped land that sparked a lifelong passion for nature. That early connection to the environment led him to pursue both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Texas A&M University, laying the foundation for a career centered around protecting natural resources.

Since joining BHB, he’s brought a thoughtful and grounded perspective to the Environmental Services team. His love for wildlife and the outdoors hasn’t just shaped his career—it’s become a central part of his life. Outside of the office, Peter volunteers at a local nature center, teaches environmental courses at TCU, and enjoys working outside, staying active, and following sports.

Though his work is serious, Peter brings a lighthearted energy to the team—once recalling one of his craziest jobs involving catfish in Arkansas. He’s always been fascinated by the wilderness and even dreamed of being a mountain man when he was growing up.

Peter is married to his best friend and is a proud father to two children. He finds joy in traveling to places that feed his sense of adventure and connection to nature, especially Rocky Mountain National Park and Hawaii—two places that hold special memories with his family.

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Toby Stock, RPLS

Project Manager | Senior Land Surveyor

He would have been the fifth generation of his family to become a farmer and rancher, but as he grew up on the family farm, Toby became more intrigued by history and exploration. In many ways, having been raised to have an appreciation for the land ultimately piqued his interest in modern day mapping and led him to land surveying.

During one summer in college Toby worked as a park ranger at Lake Proctor. He faced the daunting task of light bulb inventory throughout the park—this helped him realize that government work was not for him. He went on to work as a land surveyor on oil and gas projects throughout Texas for 11 years before joining BHB, where he now leads the firm’s land surveying team in Weatherford.

He enjoys spending time with his family and nieces, whom, at their young age, appreciate his “Uncle” humor.  Outside of work,  if the conditions are just right, he’ll attempt a round at one of the area golf courses. Toby’s words to live by: “Never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life.”

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Robert Lee, RPLS

Project Manager | Land Surveyor

Robert Lee knew he wanted to study geography because it combined many of his interests: natural sciences, computer science, statistics, culture, and history. After receiving his degree in geography from the University of North Texas in 2012, Robert began working at BHB as a GIS Technician, which also touched on many of those interests. In 2015 he shifted to the land surveying department. After spending several years in the field, starting as a survey crew helper and working his way up to Survey Crew Chief, he became a Survey Technician and eventually a Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS) in 2021. Today he provides project management and land surveying services for single-family residential, commercial, and public works projects.

Robert has always enjoyed the great outdoors, even wanting to be a geologist and collecting rocks as a child. When he is not at work, Robert likes to go mountain biking, camping, and kayaking, and he recently took an interest in mountaineering. He completed a week-long mountaineering course in 2021 and achieved his first alpine summit. 

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Chris Fowler

Project Manager | Senior Electrical Designer

Chris Fowler became interested in the construction industry when he was about five years old after visiting his father, a crane operator, at construction sites. Then in high school, he took a drafting class where he learned both manual and computer-aided drafting, and the rest is history.

Chris began his career at BHB in 2000 as a drafter and has grown his knowledge and experience to become and accomplished electrical designer. He has extensive experience providing electrical designs for commercial, healthcare, and education projects (K-12 and higher education). Chris specializes in classroom additions and upgrades, new construction projects, and sporting facilities.

He and his wife Beth have been married since 2002 and have worked side by side at BHB since 2013. They have two children, Cody and Rosie. When he’s not at work, Chris is dedicated to his softball team; he has played every Sunday for nine months a year for the past 20 years. He also enjoys a good game of golf with his son and tries to visit Las Vegas at least once a year.

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Omar Rubio, PE

Project Manager | Civil Engineer

As a child, Omar Rubio wanted to be a carpenter by day and a comedian by night. He won first place in his eighth-grade talent show with a stand-up comedy act! The construction industry was a big part of Omar’s family so that was always a possibility for him, but he didn’t know in what capacity until he took an Introduction to Engineering class in college.

Omar attended the University of Texas at Arlington where he received his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. He started at BHB as an intern in 2015 and enjoyed working on a wide range of projects and receiving the guidance he needed to build his career. Since accepting a full time position at BHB in January 2017, he has gained experience in civil engineering design on a variety of public improvement, land development, and heavy industrial projects. His experience includes roadway design, water and wastewater design, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, and site development.

In his free time, Omar still does carpentry projects (mostly for his wife Natalie, whom he met in college). He also enjoys watching movies, dancing, playing sports, and almost any activity that involves getting together with his loved ones. He loves to travel with his wife and try new restaurants with her, preferably somewhere tropical where he can have a cold margarita in his hand.

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Quaid Wright, PE, CFM

Project Manager | Civil Engineer

As a young kid, Quaid Wright aspired to be a detective like Sherlock Holmes. Once he reached high school, he realized that following in his father’s footsteps to become a civil engineer would be a better fit. He has an innate aptitude at science, math, and problem solving, so engineering came naturally, but due to his affinity for gaining and sharing knowledge, he thinks he might have also done well as a math or history teacher.

Quaid joined BHB after graduating from the University of Texas at Arlington with a degree in civil engineering. He specializes in hydrology and hydraulics, but has gained a diverse range of experience in his time in the industry.

In his free time, he enjoys learning about niche facets of history, scientific discoveries, mathematical concepts, and even the nuances of language and vocabulary. He reads books and watches YouTube videos, particularly ones with educational/informational content, and he enjoys video games that require strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, or those that weave captivating narratives. He prefers to visit natural areas, museums, and historical monuments over crowded venues or events.

He is married to a wonderful woman who is studying to be an art teacher. Together they have a dog, a cat, and a lizard, and hope to start a family someday soon.

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Collin O’Leary, PE

Project Manager | Civil Engineer

Growing up in New Orleans, Collin O’Leary first harbored medical career aspirations, only to discover his engineering passion during his early semesters at Louisiana State University. Fueled by a childhood love for building and understanding how things worked, his transition into engineering felt natural. 

After college, Collin wanted to branch out and leave Louisiana. After interviewing with BHB early on, it felt like a good fit right away, and wasted no time in relocating to Fort Worth. Since beginning his career as a graduate engineer, he has worked his way up to being a project manager and licensed civil engineer. He specializes in land development across commercial, industrial, and single-family residential sectors with expertise in land planning, drainage analysis, flood studies, and design of water, sanitary sewer, and storm drain systems. 

Outside of the office, Collin enjoys hanging out with friends and family, trying new restaurants and exploring the DFW metroplex with his girlfriend, and going on runs or hikes with his two dogs, Oliver the Golden Retriever and Bella the Chihuahua. He frequently returns to New Orleans to visit friends and family, and to indulge in all the delicious southern Louisiana food. 

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Chandler Iozzi, PE

Project Manager | Mechanical Engineer

Chandler Iozzi initially thought she would follow in her family members’ footsteps in the oil and gas industry and study Petroleum Engineering in college, but quickly pivoted to Mechanical Engineering, where she found her niche and excelled. After college, she sought advice from her father, an architect, for recommendations on local MEP firms she may want to apply to, leading her to BHB.  

Since coming to BHB in 2018, Chandler has become an important member of the firm’s education team. Working primarily on the firm’s higher education, K-12, municipal, and faith-based projects, she has especially excelled in commercial kitchen design and enjoys working on complex projects. Her experience includes mechanical and plumbing design, VAV systems, VRF systems, and construction administration services. She enjoys participating as an industry mentor for the local student ASHRAE chapter in the ASHRAE Student Competition every year. She also serves as a committee chair and is actively involved in the BHB Women’s Group. 

Outside of the office, she enjoys baking sweet treats, crafting, and spending time with her husband, two children, and rescue dog doing anything outdoors. She and her husband are die-hard Texas Tech fans who love to visit Lubbock and cheer on their Red Raiders any chance they get.

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Payton Bullock, PE

Project Manager | Civil Engineer

Payton Bullock grew up in small-town Utah, where he balanced working on a dairy farm—milking 150 cows before and after school—with participating in rodeo on top of a roster of more typical sports. He had dreams of becoming an equine veterinarian before his high school science classes deterred him from that course. Instead, inspired by his father’s work as a heavy civil contractor, Payton fell in love with construction and chose to pursue a degree in civil engineering, preferring the challenge of designing infrastructure without the physical toll of fieldwork.

Payton specializes in transportation engineering design and construction management. His expertise includes roadway reconstruction, preservation, rehabilitation, traffic, and safety, as well as Construction Engineering Management (CEM/CE&I). Payton has successfully delivered large-scale roadway, bridge, and utility projects for state departments of transportation (DOTs) and municipalities, leading field staff, facilitating contracts, and overseeing project budgets. He is skilled in constructability reviews, critical path schedule evaluations, and utility coordination, making him a valuable leader in delivering complex infrastructure projects. Payton is a certified ATSSA Traffic Control Technician and has served as a registered stormwater inspector and erosion control supervisor in the state of Utah.

Outside of work, Payton enjoys spending time with his wife Chelsey and their three children, Cash, Cam, and Callaway. Whether it’s watching his kids’ sporting events or pursuing his own passions like team roping, hunting, and fishing, Payton loves staying active. He’s a huge Utah Utes football fan and, while he prefers the warm weather of Texas, he still visits Utah occasionally to ski.

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Parker Pattillo, PE

Project Manager | Electrical Engineer

Parker Pattillo’s journey toward electrical engineering is rooted in an early fascination with electronics and a dream of becoming a Major League Baseball umpire. From a young age, Parker’s natural aptitude for math gave him the confidence to pursue a career in a technical field, and his interest in problem-solving ultimately led him to study engineering.

Parker first joined BHB as an intern in 2018, where he quickly became drawn to the company’s collaborative atmosphere and the diverse range of projects. He loved the feel and size of the firm, which allowed for both personal growth and the opportunity to work on exciting, varied projects. Now, as a permanent part of the team, Parker enjoys the wide range of challenges his job presents. What he values most is the diversity of projects—no two are ever the same, keeping his work both dynamic and rewarding.

Outside of work, Parker enjoys an active lifestyle with his wife, particularly through their love of national park camping, along with fishing and hunting. He also enjoys motorcycles and video games. When it comes to travel, Parker’s favorite destinations are Italy, for its rich culture and history, and the U.S. National Parks, which offer endless adventure and natural beauty.

It is clear that his passion for exploration and adventure is just as strong in his personal life as it is in his professional career. Whether he’s working on a new project or camping under the stars, Parker approaches everything with the same enthusiasm and sense of discovery that defines his career and personal interests.

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Erin Donahue, PE

Project Manager | Structural Engineer

From a young age, Erin Donahue knew she wanted to work in a field that involved creativity. Growing up, she and her father would walk through new homes under construction, guessing the layout of each room—a hobby that sparked her interest in architecture and design. Though she initially considered a career in medicine, Erin quickly realized that her passion for math and science led her down a different path. She chose to pursue a degree in architecture at the University of Texas, which laid the foundation for her eventual transition into structural engineering.

Erin currently serves as a Project Manager in Structural Engineer, bringing her expertise to a wide range of construction projects. She finds great satisfaction in seeing a project evolve from initial concept to physical reality. For Erin, the most rewarding aspect of her work is watching designs shift from digital blueprints to tangible structures that enhance communities. Her role at BHB has allowed her to further hone her skills in project management, ensuring each project is executed with precision and efficiency.

When Erin isn’t immersed in engineering projects, she enjoys spending quality time with her family. Erin is a proud mom to her son and two beloved dogs. Outside of work, Erin finds relaxation and joy of the beach, wherever it may be. She is also fond of cooking and food, as her husband is a chef who inspires her with his culinary creations.

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Chelsea Kuykendall, PLA

Project Manager | Landscape Architect

Chelsea Kuykendall’s passion for design and nature has shaped her career in landscape architecture. Growing up, she dreamt of becoming a movie soundtrack artist, inspired by her love of creating music with her flute and piccolo. This creative foundation eventually led her to landscape architecture, where she could blend her artistic talents with her deep, spiritual connection to nature. Chelsea feels that nature is very healing, and she is dedicated to creating outdoor spaces that offer beauty and tranquility for others to experience.

As a Project Manager in Landscape Architecture, she enjoys designing spaces that are both visually striking and forward-thinking, with a focus on modern functionality for the future. Outside of work, Chelsea is a devoted mother to three daughters, two of whom are twins. Some fun facts about Chelsea is she is an avid fan of the Harry Potter books and movies and played in the band for much of her time during school. Chelsea loves spending time outdoors, especially when it involves her kids. Whether hiking, playing, or just enjoying nature, time spent outside is her favorite way to recharge. One of her favorite places she has been to is Aruba, where she can relax and create memories.

With a career dedicated to creating meaningful outdoor spaces, Chelsea continues to thrive at BHB, blending her love for nature, design, and family life into a fulfilling professional and personal journey.

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Michelle Soules

Office Manager

Michelle is often one of the first people you will see when entering BHB’s Fort Worth office. As Office Manager, she oversees and directs the administrative functions of the firm’s four locations. Some of her responsibilities include maintaining vendor contracts and inventory, traveling to various municipalities to deliver permits and job documents, and organizing company events. Having been at the company for 21 years, Michelle knows the ins and outs of BHB and has seen the firm grow and change over two decades. As a testament to her outstanding work, she has been a Loyalty Award finalist for the Fort Worth Admin. Awards. She is also a member of the American Association of Notaries.

Michelle and her husband, Tim, have been married for 34 years and have two children: Dr. Kameron Soules, who practices veterinary medicine in Haskell, Texas, and T.J. who is in his senior year at Peru State College in Nebraska where he is studying Kinesiology and is a long snapper on the football team. After graduation he will be attending Cleveland University School of Chiropractic Medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. When Michelle is not at the office, she enjoys spending time with family, reading, gardening, and traveling.

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