Our Team

You might call them the backbone of the organization, the heartbeat of the project, or the brains behind the build, but we call them our CHW, an NV5 company team. From land surveyor projects to landscape architecture jobs, the Team does everything with purpose.

Operations

Robert Walpole Civil Engineering Gainesville
Robert J. Walpole, PE, LEED AP
Chief Operating Officer, Infrastructure Florida
Robert J. Walpole, PE, LEED AP
Chief Operating Officer, Infrastructure Florida

Mr. Walpole is Chief Operating Officer at CHW, an NV5 company. Robert’s core responsibilities are to lead, guide, and direct, to ensure the carrying out of daily operations, as well as management and mentorship of technical and non-technical staff in engineering, construction administration, and construction engineering inspections. Working with communities throughout Florida, Robert’s professional experience focuses on designing and engineering infrastructure for the built environment. On a master planning level, he has led and participated in site-specific planning for all types of development ranging from municipal infrastructure to healthcare, institutional, commercial, master-planned communities, and university campus planning. He leads development teams through conceptual planning, site design, and project implementation with sound engineering principles and a deep understanding of the design and construction process.

Operations Administration Finance
John Howard
Vice President
John Howard
Vice President

Vice President of Finance and Operations

Executives

Gerry Dedenbach Land Planning Gainesville
Gerry Dedenbach, AICP, LEED AP
Vice President
Gerry Dedenbach, AICP, LEED AP
Vice President

Gerry Dedenbach, AICP, LEED AP is Vice President at CHW, an NV5 company. Gerry works with communities across the State of Florida with varying economies, conditions, and socio-economic clines, focused on creating and designing socially, economically, and environmentally sound communities through collaboration. He assists communities through focused work on economic development, educational, and master planning that links Land Use and Transportation decisions in a sustainable framework at all levels and for all user groups.  Utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and sustainability principals, Gerry has facilitated numerous community design charrettes, public engagement processes, and built strong consensus on local, regional, and statewide planning initiatives.

E.J. Bolduc III Land Planning and Urban Design Gainesville
E.J. Bolduc III, FASLA, PLA
Vice President
E.J. Bolduc III, FASLA, PLA
Vice President

E.J. Bolduc III, FASLA, PLA, is Vice President and Principal Landscape Architect for the Planning and Design department at CHW, an NV5 company. He is a Fellow in the American Society of Landscape Architects (FASLA). He brings over 25 years of experience working on both public and private sector projects throughout the State of Florida. His public sector experience includes projects with local governmental agencies as well as State and Federal agencies. He is a graduate of the University of Florida’s Department of Landscape Architecture and is a Licensed Landscape Architect in the State of Florida.

Daniel Young Civil Engineering
Daniel Young, PE, LEED AP
Vice President
Daniel Young, PE, LEED AP
Vice President

Daniel Young, PE, LEED AP is the Vice President and Principal Engineer leading Engineering, Land Development and Transportation, and Construction Services, at CHW. He is responsible for overseeing all design aspects from site, stormwater, utilities, and roadway designs. With 17 years of experience, Daniel has worked with countless agencies across Florida, including Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), All Florida’s Water Management Districts, County and City governments, the Florida Department of Transportation, and the Army Corps of Engineers.  He is also working on a daily basis coordinating with other design professionals, (Architects, MEPF, Geotechnical Engineers, Land Planners, etc.) to ensure designs are fully coordinated to produce a complete construction package.

Vice President of Surveying + Mapping
Aaron Hickman, PSM
Vice President
Aaron Hickman, PSM
Vice President

Aaron Hickman is Vice President and Principal Land Surveyor leading Surveying + Mapping at CHW. Since joining the firm in 2003, his role has grown. Aaron has 22 years of land surveyor experience and is responsible for managing 300+ land surveying projects per annum. Aaron’s areas of specialization include boundary, topographic, ALTA/ACSM land title surveys, as-built surveys, route surveys, quantity surveys, survey data analysis, survey project management, subdivision plat review, and construction layout.

Andy Woodruff
Vice President
Andy Woodruff
Vice President

Mr. Andy Woodruff is a Senior Ecologist and Certified Professional Wetland Scientist serving as CHW Vice President of Ecological Services, with considerable experience in wetland and wildlife survey, permitting, and project management. Andy has an M.S. in Environmental Sciences from the University of Florida and a B.S. in Biology from Emory University. He and his team work together to provide insight into the complexities of environmental regulations and offer proactive, responsible solutions. Andy’s 30-plus years of experience include state, federal, and local permitting; agency negotiations; environmental impact assessments; ecological assessments; threatened and endangered species surveys and permitting, natural resource management, wetland mitigation, and restoration, and managing client relationships. 

Laurie Hall Landscape Architecture Gainesville
Laurie Hall, ASLA, PLA, ISA
Vice President
Laurie Hall, ASLA, PLA, ISA
Vice President

Laurie F. Hall, ASLA, PLA, ISA, is Vice President and Landscape Architect at CHW an NV5 company. With 18 years of experience and dual credentials as a Registered Landscape Architect and Certified Arborist, she has managed and overseen a wide range of commercial, multi-family residential, community planning, and campus projects throughout the Southern U.S. Laurie’s community-focused mindset and expertise in site design, project management, public facilitation, construction documentation, and construction administration services brings people together to create functional and beautiful shared spaces.

She was the 2023 President of the ASLA Florida Chapter.

Tony Caggiano, PE
Vice President, Construction Services + CEI
Tony Caggiano, PE
Vice President, Construction Services + CEI

Anthony “Tony” V. Caggiano, Jr., PE, is Vice President of Construction Services + CEI at CHW an NV5 company, known for promoting and facilitating effective communication between all project stakeholders, regardless of project type, end user, or industry. With over 15 years of professional engineering experience, he has contributed his expertise in roadway construction, geotechnical engineering + explorations, materials engineering + special inspections, and quality assurance/quality control to a wide range of successful projects throughout Florida, covering public and private sectors, commercial, residential, and infrastructure sectors, while providing leadership and direction to our CEI team of engineers, translating clients expectations and design scope to successful end-products. 

Dave Dagostino, PSM
Vice President
Dave Dagostino, PSM
Vice President

David “Dave” S. Dagostino is Vice President at CHW, leading the Fort Myers Office and southwest Florida Surveying + Mapping operations. Dave is a licensed professional surveyor and mapper who has more than 30 years of experience in the A/E/C industry. As a key member of the team Dave will manage client relationships and provide expert guidance on all phases of the survey process. Dave’s expertise includes land development, subdivision design, wetland delineation mapping, boundary surveys, topographic surveys, ALTA surveys and special purpose surveys.

Monique Heathcock Engineer
Monique Heathcock, PE, LEED, AP
Vice President
Monique Heathcock, PE, LEED, AP
Vice President

Monique Heathcock, PE, LEED AP serves as Vice President at CHW, leading the Transportation Engineering department with almost 30 years of experience transportation and design, and project permitting. Monique’s transportation expertise is diverse with expertise in roadway resurfacing and rehabilitation, Complete Streets, bike and pedestrian facilities, intersection design, temporary traffic control, and a proven track record in project management and resource deployment.  She will be an integral part of CHW’s executive team overseeing the expansion of the transportation team, operations, and client relations.

Services Directors

Randy Olney joins CHW as Director of Engineering, Land Development
Randy Olney, PE, MBA
Director of Engineering, Land Development
Randy Olney, PE, MBA
Director of Engineering, Land Development

Randall Olney serves as the Director of Engineering for the Land Development group at CHW. He brings over 19 years’ experience in many realms of civil engineering, including stormwater analysis, design, and modeling, as well as site design, utility design, and site permitting. Most recently, Randall served as Public Works Director for Citrus County providing management and administration for six divisions within the County. His responsibilities included oversight of all aspects of developing and tracking the annual budget; reviewing and approving all personnel action request for the Department; providing guidance to the division directors within the department; and coordinating strategic plans and goals with the other County Departments, County Administrator, County Attorney, and Elected Officials. Randall is well versed in working with Environmental and Regulatory Permitting agencies such as the Florida Department of Transportation, Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), Florida’s Water Management Districts, and the Army Corps of Engineers.

Jim Harriott Engineer
James K. Harriott, Jr., PE
Director of Engineering, Transportation
James K. Harriott, Jr., PE
Director of Engineering, Transportation

Please join CHW in welcoming James “Jim” Harriott, Jr. P.E.,  as CHW’s new Director of Engineering, Transportation Department. Jim comes to CHW with over 25 years of professional engineering experience, bringing a wealth of knowledge in the public transportation field with specialties in Public Works, Environmental Protection, Facilities, Solid Waste, Resource Recovery, and Growth Management. His extensive management experience with public entities and history of guiding multi-disciplined teams makes him a key team leader for the transportation engineering department and all CHW’s services.

Chad Colson, PSM, Director of Surveying, Transportation and Geospatial Services
Chad Colson, PSM
Director of Surveying, Transportation + Geospatial Services
Chad Colson, PSM
Director of Surveying, Transportation + Geospatial Services

Mr. Colson, PSM, serves as a Director of Surveying, Transportation + Geospatial services, with responsibilities that include managing project schedule and budget, field crew scheduling and deployment, performing record research, data analysis, computations, boundary decisions, subdivision layout, and computer aided design and drafting. Mr. Colson, PSM, has over 12 years’ experience with boundary surveys, hydrographic surveys, terrestrial LiDAR, topographic surveys, aerial mapping with drones (using photogrammetry and LiDAR), subsurface utility surveys, right of way mapping and construction staking. He holds a Graduate Certificate from the University of Florida in Mapping with Unmanned Aerial Systems. In addition to working on a variety of projects throughout Florida, he has also supported technical aspects of the field efforts on projects throughout the southeast region of the United States for engineers. Chad also provided utility inspection services for the Florida Department of Transportation including monitoring project progress, keeping track of personnel and equipment on site, monitoring traffic flow through the construction site and assuring utilities were installed as permitted.

Craig Brashier CHW Professional Consultants
Craig Brashier, AICP
Director of Planning
Craig Brashier, AICP
Director of Planning

Craig Brashier is Director of Planning at CHW. Craig is certified by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) and has over fifteen (15) years of experience in Land Planning and project management. Craig focuses on comprehensive and land use planning, zoning, entitlements, and due diligence analyses. His breadth of experience ranges from advising clients and local governments on Comprehensive Plan text and map amendments to large-scale planning efforts with extra-jurisdictional and regional impacts. Craig works with large- and small-scale commercial property owners, local governments, the general public, and stakeholders to promote economic growth through community reinvestment.

Jason Claus
Director
Jason Claus
Director

Jason Claus serves as Director of CHW’s office in Jacksonville. Jason has over 26 years of experience and is a certified professional land surveyor and mapper in both Georgia and Alabama.  He is proficient in AutoCAD, robotics, GPS equipment, and field software. Jason is responsible for overseeing all aspects of CHW’s office in Jacksonville including operations, quality control, accuracy and attention to detail while always emphasizing professionalism.

James Condon, PSM
Director of Southwest Florida
James Condon, PSM
Director of Southwest Florida

James “Jim” Condon, PSM, a key member of our team at our new Ft. Myers office! Jim is a Florida Professional Surveyor and Mapper with over 33 years of experience in the private and public sector geomatics field. As Director of Surveying in Southwest Florida he oversees the production of ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, boundary and topographic surveys, as-built surveys, elevation certificates, and geodetic control surveys. Jim is known for his exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and proactive approach to job duties. Jim earned his Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management from Edison State College.

Marketing and Business Development

CHW Marketing
Missy Boyer
Director of Marketing + Business Development / Graphic Designer
Missy Boyer
Director of Marketing + Business Development / Graphic Designer

Missy Boyer is Director of Marketing and Business Development, and in-house graphic designer at CHW, an NV5 company. Missy has over 25 years of experience in the realm of visual communications and graphic design, and over 20 years as a marketing professional. Missy is responsible for the strategic implementation of  branding and identity; procurement (RFQ/RFP) production process, external corporate communications, internal corporate communications, and cultural messaging; managing the marketing and business development staff; and close collaboration, at strategic and tactical levels, with other service departments.

Jamie A. Brooks CHW Professional Consultants
Jamie A. Brooks
Director of Business Development
Jamie A. Brooks
Director of Business Development

Jamie Brooks comes to CHW with nearly 20 years of experience in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) Industry and has provided communications and administrative support on countless public and private-sector projects.  Her work with public and private entities and project management skills provides clear directives on CHW’s existing and future business development opportunities.  As Director of Business Development, Jamie is directly responsible for the development and expansion of CHW’s professional consulting services in Florida.

Marketing Manager
Shannon Braddy
Marketing Pursuit Manager
Shannon Braddy
Marketing Pursuit Manager

CHW’s Q2 2021 Core Value Award Winner and featured employee is Shannon Braddy, a valued member of the Marketing and Branding team serving as CHW’s Marketing Pursuit Manager. Since joining the firm in 2016, she has dedicated herself to ensuring our public procurement content is put together professionally, accurately, and the finished product is beautiful and smart. She is a prime example of all the core values that we hold dear at CHW and is a loyal employee who gives her absolute best every day. When she interacts with someone, whether they are a co-worker, client, or vendor, it is always with a smile on her face and with kindness and enthusiasm in her voice. We are so thankful to have her on our team and is a well-deserved recipient of the CHW Core Values Award!

Mariam Higginbotham
Marketing Coordinator
Mariam Higginbotham
Marketing Coordinator
Beth Phillips
Marketing Assistant
Beth Phillips
Marketing Assistant

HR + Administrative

Jaysen Williams Talent Recruiment Manager Human Resources Jacksonville Gainesville Ocala
Jaysen Williams
Talent Recruitment Manager
Jaysen Williams
Talent Recruitment Manager

Jaysen Williams, Talent Recruitment Manager supporting CHW’s Human Resources Department, has extensive experience in talent acquisition, community engagement, and implementing employer-focused initiatives. Jaysen works closely with CHW’s Directors and Leadership Team to pursue initiatives in an ever-changing environment and provide insight, strategy, and the most successful methods of deployment to best achieve hiring goals.

Trina Lemnah CHW Professional Consultants
Trina Lemnah
Office Manager / Receptionist
Trina Lemnah
Office Manager / Receptionist

CHW’s Featured Employee is Trina Lemnah, a valued member of our Operations and Administration team. As Office Manager, Trina goes above and beyond in her duties and demonstrates a willingness to help in any capacity. A recipient of CHW’s Core Value Award, Trina was selected by her peers as someone who exemplifies CHW’s core values of integrity, excellence, responsibility, stewardship, and dedication. She is known for always lending a hand and helping everyone feel welcome. Most recently, she has maintained the spirit of stewardship in making sure CHW’s workplace is a safe and clean environment for her fellow coworkers. In her two and a half years with CHW, her dedication and willingness to help others have made her an essential part of the team.

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Kelly Bishop CHW Professional Consultants
Kelly Bishop
Accounting Assistant
Kelly Bishop
Accounting Assistant

Kelly Bishop is Accounting Assistant at CHW. With more than 17 years of professional experience, Kelly’s expertise extends across various facets of project coordination, paralegal tasks, bookkeeping, and office management. Her technical proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Bluebeam, and InFocus/Unanet complements her hands-on operational experience. As Accounting Assistant, Kelly’s responsibilities span across vital financial domains, including accounts receivable, payable, and billing. She oversees new project setup in Unanet, ensuring seamless integration of new initiatives into our system, and continue to demonstrate attention to detail and efficiency while optimizing month-end invoicing and accounts payable processes. 

Becki Sabis CHW Professional Consultants
Becki Sabis
Director of Human Resources + Administration
Becki Sabis
Director of Human Resources + Administration

Becki Sabis serves as CHW’s Director of Human Resources for our Infrastructure Florida offices. She is a leader in the field with over twenty years of experience helping Team CHW navigate the complex human resources and insurance spaces. Becki oversees all aspects of human resources, accounting and bookkeeping, all administrative and non-technical staff, and general office operations, always demonstrating CHW’s Core Values. Becki treats all CHW team members as customers, treating them as she would want to be treated, and offering a truly white glove service.

Departments

Land Surveyor Gainesville Ocala Jacksonville
Surveying + Mapping
Land Surveyors, Mappers
Surveying + Mapping
Land Surveyors, Mappers

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Land surveyors measure and map just about everything on the land, in the air, or in the ocean — but at CHW, we like to stick to our Floridian home turf. Our team of surveying professionals focus on cost-effective, accurate data collection in Gainesville, Ocala, and Jacksonville to help you determine the scope of your project.

CHW Subsurface Utility Engineering and Locating Banner
Subsurface Utility Engineering
Underground Utility Location and Mapping
Subsurface Utility Engineering
Underground Utility Location and Mapping

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Subsurface utility engineering focuses on the accurate designation and location of existing underground utilities that prevent project surprises that could delay your project completion. Our Surveying + Mapping team properly identifies phone lines, gas and water mains, fiber optic lines, and more.

Civil Engineering Gainesvile Jacksonville Ocala
Engineering
Civil Engineering, Site, Utilities
Engineering
Civil Engineering, Site, Utilities

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The roads that carry you to your destination, the foundation on which you stand, and the water that splashes from your faucet are made possible by civil engineering. Our civil engineers approach each project by analyzing the bigger picture and fine-tuning the smallest details.

CHW Transportation Engineering Gainesville Jacksonville Ocala
Transportation
Transportation Engineering
Transportation
Transportation Engineering

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There’s more to getting from point A to point B than meets the eye. From choosing the asphalt  type to forecasting traffic, our transportation engineering team works to provide roads that are convenient, environmentally compatible – and most importantly, safe.

CHW Land Planning, Urban Design, & Landscape Architecture Team Gainesville Jacksonville Ocala
Planning + Design
Landscape Architecture, Land Planning, Urban Design, Graphic Designers
Planning + Design
Landscape Architecture, Land Planning, Urban Design, Graphic Designers

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Land planning shapes the vision of a community, urban design helps bring it to life, and landscape architecture makes it beautiful. Together, our land planning, urban design, and landscape architecture teams enrich our communities.

Ecological Services
Ecological Services + Environmental Guidance
Ecological Services
Ecological Services + Environmental Guidance

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CHW’s Ecological Services team provides sound environmental guidance and balanced solutions for all your development and mitigation needs.

Landscape Architect CHW Professional Consultants
Landscape Architecture
Landscape Architects, Master Planning, Meeting Facilitation, Sustainable Design
Landscape Architecture
Landscape Architects, Master Planning, Meeting Facilitation, Sustainable Design

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The CHW Landscape Architecture Team is a group of creative, passionate professionals that have provided a full range of landscape architectural and design services for almost 50 years. Our versatile team can take on any role and is poised to undertake various design tasks at multiple scales.

CHW Construction Administration Construction Engineering Inspectors (CEI) Gainesville Ocala Jacksoville
Construction Services
Construction Administration Services, Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI)
Construction Services
Construction Administration Services, Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI)

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Our experienced construction administration services professionals will guide you through the development process from construction to completion — focusing on details so you won’t have to.

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