SMP’s Executive Committee is responsible for staff and firm communications and idea generation. The Executive Committee has responsibility for framing and proposing items for key decisions, specifically those involving policy, financial commitments, legally binding contracts / agreements, capital planning and expenditures.
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Alim Peerani
Alim Peerani, MBA, CPA, CGA
Partner
Location - Calgary, AB
Alim established his career as an electrical engineering summer student with SMP from 2001 to 2003, and subsequently as a full-time electrical designer and drafter until 2005. Alim returned to SMP in 2008 after a change in career direction with an undergraduate degree in business and a role change as a key member of SMP's accounting and administration team.
Alim's diverse educational background provides the necessary skillset to pursue realistic organizational solutions tailored to today's building construction industry. As the lead for SMP's accounting and administration team, he is committed to continually improving organizational processes for the betterment of the company, as well as SMP's most valuable asset – its clients.
Alim Peerani Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: Staples® Easy Button
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: An investment banker
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: The Calgary Stampede
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Ashok Alex
Ashok Alex, P.Eng., MIET, LEED® AP
Associate
Location - Edmonton, AB
Ashok joined SMP’s Edmonton office in 2018, bringing over 25 years of diverse experience to the firm. Having worked both locally and internationally, his professional portfolio includes projects located in severe climates and remote regions, as well design, engineering, and project executions for commercial and industrial projects located in Western Canada, Northern Canada and Dubai, UAE.
Supporting the Building Services team at SMP, Ashok’s project focus lies within the commercial, institutional, healthcare, residential and industrial sectors.
Ashok Alex Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: My stash of teas! You name it and I likely have it – from green, black, white, ginger, lemon, chamomile – options to get me through any kind of day.
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: I would want to be a fire truck driver, navigating through the city with flashing lights and blazing sirens.
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: My favorite thing to do is swimming in the pristine beaches either in the Caribbean or in Seychelles.
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Brad Fair
Brad Fair, C.E.T.
Partner
Location - Calgary, AB
As a Partner, Project Manager, and Senior Design Lead with SMP, Brad brings 40 years of professional experience to the team. He is a common sense problem-solver and takes a straight forward, logical approach to design challenges and resolutions. Brad has been with SMP since 1997 and is one of two Partners that oversees our "schools and pools" projects. He enjoys the creative aspect of designing electrical systems, utilizing a balance of creativity and proven methods to suit the client’s requirements.
Brad Fair Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: An abundance of mini yellow post-it notes and red pens
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A:Running a tropical resort
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: Relaxing on a beach in Maui
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Bradly Trufen
Bradly Trufen, P.L. (Eng.)
Associate
Location - Calgary, AB
In the years since Bradly (Brad) joined SMP in 2005 and became an Associate in 2019, he has successively taken on more responsibility on each of his projects through internal motivation, including a role as practicing responsible member through APEGA.
He began working with SMP's tenant group and transitioned to a leadership role on a broader range of projects with a recent focus on high profile cultural projects and institutional projects, working on libraries, museums, and post-secondary facilities across Alberta.
Bradly Trufen Q&A:
Q: When driving, do you listen to music or podcasts?
A: I listen to CBC News
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: A movie critic
Q: If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
A: The ability to steal other's superpowers...
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Chris Walton
Chris Walton, P.L. (Eng.)
Associate
Location - Calgary, AB
Chris began his career with the firm in 1997. In 2003, he was given the opportunity to expand his knowledge and experience working for the Government of Bermuda, Works and Engineering Department. In 2012, Chris returned to SMP for the opportunity to work on diverse projects, the ability to expand his knowledge, and the capability to implement designs that keep up with evolving technology. His current project focus is with post-secondary and tenant improvement projects.
Appointed as an Associate in 2019, Chris plays an active role on SMP’s social club committee and provides visible leadership as a mentor through the development of SMP’s mentoring program.
Chris Walton Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: An invitation from my wedding in 2014
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: Golf Pro (however, with my swing, I would be fired within a day)
Q: What is your guilty pleasure food?
A: Welch's Fruit Gummies
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Dale Krall
Dale Krall, P.Eng., LEED® AP, LC, PMP, CME
Associate, Lethbridge District Manager
Location - Lethbridge, AB
Dale joined SMP in 2008 and was promoted to the Lethbridge, District Manager in November 2019. During his tenure, Dale has been engaged in the electrical installation, maintenance, and design of numerous projects in education, mining, research, recreation, and production facilities. His background as a master electrician gives him an excellent understanding of challenges faced by electrical contractors resulting in a practical approach to electrical systems design.
As a Professional Associate for the ECAA Lethbridge Chapter, Dale acts as a professional liaison between the engineering industry and contractors, while fostering cooperation.
Dale Krall Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: An extra juice box for those really stressful days
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: Owner / operator of a winery
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: Golfing or fishing on a sunny day
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Dave Reid
Dave Reid, P.L. (Eng.)
Associate
Location - Calgary, AB
Dave joined SMP in 2011 and is an Associate and Senior Project Engineer. With over 15 years of professional experience in the industry, his project portfolio is focused on K-12 educational facilities, recreational facilities, and emergency services buildings.
As one of SMP’s internal Solar Specialists, Dave works with his project teams and clients to design photovoltaic (solar) systems to meet sustainability requirements. In addition, he is responsible for sourcing specific photovoltaic panels and incorporating them into specifications and drawings details.
Dave Reid Q&A:
Q: What is your guilty pleasure food?
A: I feel no guilt when it comes to food. The food I know I shouldn't eat and do anyway is sweets, I have an insatiable sweet tooth.
Q: If you could have one superpower, what would it be and why?
A: Telekinesis would be pretty cool, but honestly if could always remember where I put my wallet and keys that would be great.
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: There are soo many activities I participate in and people I enjoy being with. The list is long, but my favorite activity is a Sunday afternoon nap. Could be 20 minutes could be 2 hours...
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Derek Ciezki
Derek Ciezki, P.Eng.
Partner
Location - Edmonton, AB
Derek is a Partner and Senior Engineer with SMP and has over 20 years of experience in Electrical Engineering project design and delivery with a focus on commercial, recreational and post-secondary facilities and Design-Build and IPD project delivery models.
He plays a lead role in Business Development across SMP’s four offices in western Canada and has served on various committees, including the Consulting Engineers of Alberta, Edmonton Construction Association and Young Builders Group, and a Honorary member of the Consulting Architects of Alberta Board. Derek understands the importance of collaboration and bridging the young talent in our industry, while building partnerships within the province and across western Canada.
Derek Ciezki Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: A black tie from Dollarama
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: A pilot
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: Vacationing and relaxing down south, somewhere hot with a golf course near by
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Geoff Bouckley
Geoff Bouckley, BFA, Assoc. IALD, LC
Associate, lightSPACE Studio Lead
Location - Calgary, AB
Geoff is an Architectural Lighting Consultant with an extensive background in lighting design and management for theatre, dance and concert productions. He is also certified by the National Council on Qualifications for Lighting Professionals (NCQLP) and an active member of the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA); and he currently serves as the Past President for the Calgary Section.
Geoff joined SMP in 2013 and was appointed as an Associate in 2020. in addition to his role as Studio Lead for lightSPACE, Geoff plays an active role on SMP’s internal Diversity & Inclusion Committee.
visit the lightSPACE studio page: Access here
Geoff Bouckley Q&A:Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: Currently, the most interesting item is the external hard drive that contains all the plans and documents from 20 years of designing lights for theatre, dance, concerts and special events, including the Calgary Stampede Grandstand show
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: Pilot. I think it would be amazing to fly a plane, jet, helicopter… heck even a space shuttle
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: I love exploring different places; mountain, neighbourhoods, forests, other countries. My favorite place is a lot of different places, just so long as it’s an exploration. If I had to list one singular place, I’d say Haliburton Country in Ontario – the lakeside cottage country cannot be beat
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Greg Pink
Greg Pink, P.Eng, M.Sc.
Associate
Location - Calgary, AB
Prior to SMP, Greg was employed as a commissioning specialist for medium to high voltage electrical equipment including relays, breakers, transformers, and switchgear in both utility and oil/gas facilities. Having been with SMP since 2015, his diverse project portfolio has allowed him to gain expertise in post-secondary, healthcare, library, parks, and security upgrade projects.
Appointed as an Associate in 2021, Greg is a member of SMP's internal Power Systems team, providing expertise in critical upgrades, novel installations, and projects involving sensitive operations and timing.
Greg is passionate about education and shares his knowledge as a sessional instructor at the University of Calgary, teaching building electrical engineering and design to fourth year students and mentoring them on their capstone projects.
Greg Pink Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: The bottom drawer is more exciting! I have a collection of mugs from places I have been to (ex. Victoria, San Diego, Destruction Bay, New York) and a bag of chocolate chips.
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: I would be a tower crane operator for a day - that or a Tonka Truck driver!
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: I love going for long walks at the dog park with my wife, daughter, and pup Jake.
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John Karman
John Karman, C.Tech, LEED®AP BD+C, PMP, RSW, TMIET
Senior Project Director
Location - Edmonton, AB
John brings over 40 years of experience to SMP with a focus on healthcare, commercial and institutional projects for both public and private sector clients. He is also a member of SMP's internal security team.
Building on his strong technical background, John is an accomplished senior level professional with an aptitude for management and project planning, and has a proven track record of project execution, coordination, quality control and completion. As a Senior Project Director, he builds client trust and confidence by performing a thorough needs analysis at the project outset and maintains his focus on those needs throughout the project lifespan.
John Karman Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: My coffee pods - can’t live without them!
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: Mathematician (although I’d probably not be very good at it)
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: Gardening and landscaping my backyard
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Kamal Parmar
Kamal Parmar, P.Eng., LEED®AP
Partner
Location - Calgary, AB
Kamal is a Partner with SMP and has over 30 years of experience in Electrical Engineering. His career focus has been in complex, high profile cultural projects and institutional projects, working on libraries, museums, and post-secondary facilities across Alberta. Kamal joined SMP in 2006.
As a vital member to SMP and as a good business leader within the construction industry, Kamal understands and evaluates projects from a holistic point of view. His patience, reliability and interpersonal skills all contribute to him being an effective leader both internally and with external project stakeholders.
Kamal Parmar Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: Girl Guide cookies... the mint chocolate ones!
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: A rock star
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: Playing the drums
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Kevin Lynch
Kevin Lynch, P.Eng.
Partner
Location - Calgary, AB & Vancouver, BC
As one of the Partners-in-Charge of SMP's internal healthcare design group, Kevin can offer valuable insight and options into the design of electrical systems for these types of facilities. His humor, diligence and personal attention to every project keeps the entire team motivated and on-task; and his honesty and hard work are a key factor in SMP’s repeat business.
Since joining SMP in 1998 and becoming a Partner in 2003, Kevin has worked on over 500 additions, renovations and upgrades to healthcare facilities across Alberta. He is also registered to practice in BC and, along with another Partner, oversees SMP's Vancouver office.
Kevin Lynch Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: A lock picking kit from the Washington Spy Museum
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: Something at Google
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: Zip lining (Kevin's favorite zip line experience thus far is in Whistler, B.C.)
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Kevin Showalter
Kevin Showalter, P.Eng., MBA
Partner
Location - Calgary, AB
Kevin’s dedication, leadership skills, technical ability, clear communications, and innovative solutions to project design earned him a role to the firm's Partnership in 2018. As a Senior Electrical Engineer, Kevin contributes to the success of the company by spearheading initiatives within the firm and the design community, electrically, as well as completing very large and demanding projects. His recent project focus has been on recreational, educational and emergency services facilities and projects completed through the collaborative IPD project delivery model.
His ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, as well as his capacity to motivate team members, gives him the flexibility to maintain client expectations on each project.
Kevin Showalter Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: A glue stick... for attaching SMP staff members' Movember progress to a banner
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: Working for a professional sports franchise as a player or in management
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: Golfing, biking, or spending time at the lake in Vernon with friends and family
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Livio Barone
Livio Barone, P.Eng., LEED®AP
Partner
Location - Calgary, AB
Livio joined SMP in 2008 as a Partner, bringing over 30 years of electrical engineering experience with a focus on a variety of market sectors including educational, transportation (airports and LRT), entertainment / cultural, religious, and emergency services facilities.
Outside of his work at SMP, Livio served as the president of the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) Calgary Chapter from 2011 to 2013, pursuing his passion for lighting solutions and lending his extensive technical knowledge to the field. In conjunction with his work with the IES, Livio is a LEED Accredited Professional through the Canadian Green Building Council (CaGBC) and is committed to pursuing an integrated design approach for sustainable design.
Livio Barone Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: Fortune cookie fortunes
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: NHL hockey player
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: Hawaii (probably to get the Maui Style Onion Potato Chips he loves so much)
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Mahmood Rajan
Mahmood Rajan
Partner
Location - Calgary, AB
Mahmood is a Senior Designer and Partner with SMP, joining the firm in 1992 and becoming a Partner in 2000. He has over 40 years of professional experience with a specific focus on tenant improvements and tenant fit-outs, and is listed as the Partner-in-Charge on over twenty base buildings in downtown Calgary.
Mahmood brings leadership, humor and his personal attention to every project which builds client trust and results in meeting the project deliverables.
Mahmood Rajan Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: I'm still waiting for my top drawer...
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: A restaurant owner/manager
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: I enjoy watching movies
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Matthew Tuff
Matthew Tuff, M.E.
Associate
Location - Calgary, AB
Joining the firm in 2006, Matthew (Matt) brings over 25 years of electrical industry experience to his role. With a background as a Certified Master Electrician, he has the ability to anticipate and analyze problems and find efficient, cost-effective solutions; this also positions him as a key candidate to liaise with owners, prime consultants and contractors. As an Associate and member of SMP’s Leadership Team, Matt shares his knowledge of practical installation of electrical systems with designers, while also mentoring other SMP contract administrators.
Matthew Tuff Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: A Batman costume
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: Mickey Mouse at Disneyland
Q: Who is your favorite band?
A: The Beach Boys. I have seen them in concert 3-4 times with my Dad
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Natalie Tooley
Natalie Tooley, BFA
Director, Marketing & Communications
Location - Calgary, AB
Natalie began her career working as a Marketing Assistant for a local interior design firm. She has spent several years in the architecture and interior design industry and joined SMP in February 2019 in a new role as the Director of Marketing. She is responsible for firm-wide strategic planning, management of marketing activities throughout Alberta, internal and external communication strategies & campaigns, directing the firm’s community outreach participation, and directing the firm's social media platforms.
Natalie is also an active member of SMP's internal Diversity, Equality & Inclusivity Committee and is an advocate for supporting mental health in the workplace.
Natalie Tooley Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: A set of SMP branded steak knives
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: A correspondent on Entertainment Tonight
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: I can be found at the stables practicing my show jumping skills or hacking (exercising) my horse
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Nick Dang
Nick Dang, C.E.T.
Associate
Location - Edmonton, AB
With over 10 years of industry experience, Nick has been with the firm since 2014 with a primary focus on the implementation and training of staff on REVIT MEP and BIM within the firm. Nick was promoted to Associate in 2019.
Within his role, Nick is responsible for all aspects of integrating the Electrical Design into Building Information Modeling (BIM) software. He creates and manages BIM execution plans and project templates, and establishes documented BIM policies, procedures, and workflows for the BIM project team. In addition, he manages the model for interoperability of BIM and design tools and collaborate with the project team to deliver a complete virtual building model.
Nick Dang Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: Buckley’s, Halls and almond chocolate. Preventative maintenance - and I like chocolate
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: I knew I was never going to be a hockey player, so hockey player
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: Going on road trips with my family
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Paul Fritz
Paul Fritz, P.Eng.
Partner
Location - Calgary, AB & Vancouver, BC
Paul joined SMP in 2013 and is currently a Senior Electrical Engineer and Partner. He enjoys the diversity of work found in various sectors and brings a wide range of experience from public and private healthcare, hospitals and assisted living facilities to post secondary educational facilities and industrial warehouses.
As one of two Partners in charge of SMP’s Vancouver office, Paul is registered to practice in BC and is familiar with the British Columbia Building Code.
Paul Fritz Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: Radio Shack, yes you read correctly, Radio Shack LCD scientific calculator my folks bought me back in grade 9
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: Driving a swather or a combine harvester
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: Outdoors in the sunshine with no cell service: Mountains, Oceans, Prairies, Rivers or Farmland doesn't matter. Fly rod in hand is a bonus
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Rob Anthony
Rob Anthony
Associate
Location - Lethbridge, AB
Based in SMP’s Lethbridge office, Rob joined the firm in 1997 as a Junior Draftsperson and progressed to his current position as Senior Electrical Designer, and Associate in 2007.
With a passion for technically challenging projects, Rob is a member of SMP’s internal security team, bringing a strong technical background related to reducing security risks for his clients by developing overall security plans to reduce property losses and risks to people, while minimizing effects on productivity and well-being.
Rob Anthony Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: $26 in Canadian Tire money
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: Travel columnist
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: Going to a lake with the family
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Rob Quesnel
Rob Quesnel, P.L. (Eng.)
Partner
Location - Calgary, AB
Since joining SMP 1997 and becoming a Partner in 2014, Rob’s project focus has been with public and private healthcare facilities. He has successfully completed over 1,200 healthcare projects in over 20 years, ranging from rural hospitals, private surgical centres and diagnostic imaging facilities, to large urban hospitals. He enjoys complex, challenging projects and is able to motivate his team to provide the best possible results. Rob utilizes a balance of creativity and emerging technology with proven methods and experience in his everyday tasks. His upbeat attitude and well-timed lightheartedness assists in developing valued relationships with clients and colleagues.
Rob Quesnel Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: A Staedtler 502 (an impressive tool... the sharpener, not Rob)
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: A race car driver
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: Trying out roller coasters (particularly the Harry Potter ride at Universal Studios)
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Steve Beales
Steve Beales, P.L. (Eng.)
Manager, Tenant Improvements
Location - Calgary, AB
Steve joined the SMP team in 2005 as a Technologist-in-Training. Since joining the firm, he has demonstrated a passion for the Tenant Improvement sector through his experienced and focused approach in design and project management.
As a Professional Licensee through APEGA, he maintains the SMP brand to exceed client expectations through his quality of work and brings knowledge and expertise to his role as Manager, Tenant Improvements. Supplementing his specialization in the Tenant Improvement sector, Steve is also a member of SMP's internal security team.
Steve Beales Q&A:
Q: What is your guilty pleasure food?
A: Movie theatre popcorn
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: A guest judge on a fancy cooking show
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: Get-togethers with family and friends
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Steven Holland
Steven Holland, P.Eng.
Partner
Location - Calgary, AB
Steven is a Senior Project Engineer and Partner with SMP, joining the firm in 2010 and recently becoming a Partner in 2021. He has over 15 years of professional experience with a specific focus on post-secondary facilities and commercial buildings.
Steven brings a passion, knowledge and understanding of the electrical requirements for High Performance buildings and Sustainable Building Design.
Steven Holland Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: 50-pack of Chicken McNuggets
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: A Stampede rodeo clown
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: Golfing and NFL Sundays (and Monday Night Football... and Thursday Night Football)
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Sunil Nakai
Sunil Nakai, P.Eng., MBA, LEED®AP BD+C, LC, PMP, CHE
Associate
Location - Edmonton, AB
Sunil is an Associate and Senior Project Engineer at SMP, joining the firm in 2013. With 15 years of professional experience in the industry, his project experience ranges from educational, institutional, and office buildings, to recreational and entertainment buildings, as well as having substantial experience with various renovation projects.
Lighting Certified through the National Council on Qualifications for the Lighting Professions (NCQLP), Sunil has a deep understanding of not only lighting principles, but how to apply these successfully to each project. With a passion for illumination beyond project design, his experience includes an ongoing role as an executive member of the IES Edmonton chapter, a regular Instructor for the IES’ Fundamentals of Lighting course, and a presenter on various lighting topics at educational conferences.
As one of SMP’s internal Solar Specialists Sunil works with the project team and client to design Solar PV systems either on the roof and/or other feasible areas to meet sustainability requirements. In addition, he is responsible for sourcing specific PV panels and incorporating them into specifications and drawings details.
Sunil Nakai Q&A:
Q: What is your guilty pleasure food?
A: Candy!
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: An astronaut
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: Playing volleyball with friends
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Warren Lesenko
Warren Lesenko, P.Eng.
Partner
Location - Edmonton, AB
Warren is a Senior Project Engineer and Partner with SMP, joining the firm in 2011. He has over 30 years of professional experience with a specific project focus on post-secondary and healthcare facilities, including laboratory renovations.
He enjoys technically challenging projects and his expertise includes the design of power distribution systems, control systems, grounding systems, communications, fire alarm systems, lighting systems, and security systems.
Warren Lesenko Q&A:
Q: What is (are) the most interesting item(s) in your desk top drawer?
A: A USB Thumb Drive with a video of an interview I did in the early 1990s with my Baba. It recounts her life growing up in Northern Alberta, getting married, having a child, and farm life in general. It was supposed to be in the style of Dick Cavett, Not sure I pulled it off, but it is a treasure chest of memories
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: A Mechanical Engineer. Just to see how the other half lives
Q: What is your favorite thing to do (or favorite place to go) when you are not working?
A: Trail Running in the Canadian Rockies with my wife and dogs. When the mountains are a little too far away, we head out to the Edmonton River Valley
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Ron Mah
Ron Mah, P.Eng., FGC (Hon.), LEED® AP
Partner Emeritus
Location - Edmonton, AB
Ron joined SMP Engineering (formerly Wasnea Mah Engineering Ltd.) in 1988 as an Engineer-in-Training and became a Partner in 1998. With over 30 years of professional experience in the industry, he has extensive experience in all areas of electrical design including power distribution, critical power systems, lighting, and energy management for commercial office buildings, retail shopping centres, light industrial facilities and institutional projects.
Ron Mah's Q&A:
Q: What is the most interesting item in your desk top drawer?
A: Lloyd’s Accumatic 322 Calculator which was my dad’s from the early 1970’s
Q: If you could try out any job for a day, what would you choose?
A: High Rise Construction Crane Operator
Q: What is your favorite thing to do when you are not working?
A: Currently working on restoration of 1980’s era 8-Bit Computers
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