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Providing team members with opportunities for career advancement and paths for professional success is an important part of Salas O’Brien. This is true at all levels and roles across the company, including team members in the most senior positions, who set the tone for how we work and pave the way for others’ success.  

We are proud to recognize 16 senior leaders—each an established expert and proven leader with success in mentoring and overseeing high-performing teams, exemplifying our Ownership Values and an entrepreneurial mindset, and leading us in our shared mission of advancing the human experience through the built environment.  

Please join us in congratulating the leadership team members listed below!  

Senior Managing Principal Recognitions

Senior Managing Principals lead key operating groups within Salas O’Brien and are responsible for establishing the vision and strategic business plans, for promoting a shared culture of success, and for driving strong organic growth and operating results for their groups. 

• Tim Burnham, PE, PMP  
• Brad Kalmans, PE, LEED AP 
• Deirdre McDaniel, PE, LEED AP 
• Srini Neralla, PhD 
• John Salas, PE, LEED AP 

Managing Principal Recognitions

Managing Principals work directly with Senior Managing Principals to oversee business operations, advance strategic plans, ensure successful client and partner relationships, support company initiatives, and promote clear communication among their teams.  

• Scott Albin, PE
• David Bonaventure, PE, CEM
• John Bonini
• Doug Carrera, PE, BICSI RCDD/NTS
• Karoline Derse, NCARB
• Karl Frey, PE
• Craig Janssen, LEED AP
• Harry Kleiser, PE
• Clive Lacey, PE, LEED AP
• Roger Langlois, PE
• Grant Mitchell, PE, CPM