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At SKA, our people are our greatest asset. This News page offers you a window into the dynamic people who make up our firm and the amazing work they do – from groundbreaking projects to the meaningful activities that define who we are. Here you’ll discover the inspiring ways our engineers and staff connect with their professional communities – attending conferences, networking with industry leaders, sharing their expertise, and presenting at various organizations. You’ll also get a glimpse into our SKA family culture through our in-house seminars, where we invest in each other’s growth with training sessions focused on health, career development, and staying ahead of industry trends. Finally, we showcase how our team gives back to the communities we call home and the moments when we’re simply enjoying each other’s company – because the best teams know how to have fun together.

David Tepke Publishes in ICRI’s CRB on Coastal Concrete Buildings: Key Considerations

August 17, 2026

The United States has thousands of miles of seawater coastlines and a large network of associated estuarine waters. Many reinforced concrete buildings are located within a few hundred yards to a few miles of these coastlines. Although concrete structures are generally durable and can be designed and constructed for extended service-life, even in harsh environments, […]

NCHEA’s 74th Annual Conference

Big thanks to the NC Healthcare Engineers Association for another great conference – so many people, so many sessions, so many parties! John Mancuso and Melissa Cerrito wish to thank the many people who stopped by to say hi to their favorite SKA engineer or share a story about someone who made their projects smoother […]

Celebrating Professional Engineers Day 2026

SKA Consulting Engineers, Inc. honors each of our professional engineers as they make a difference every day on projects they design, assess, and inspect while solving inevitable challenges along the way. For professional engineers everywhere, the National Society of Professional Engineers said it best, “PEs are the linchpin that ensures the profession delivers on its […]

SKA at IFMA Charlotte July Events

Eric Couch, PE, an IFMA Charlotte member, attended a couple of July events. The July Chapter Luncheon at the Charlotte Convention Center that started with a facility tour of the center and followed by lots of conversation opportunities at The Public House. Christmas in July at Seoul Food Meat Company. This was a chance to […]

It’s National Intern Day 2026

It’s National Intern Day today! Our three interns have been working alongside various engineers both in the office and on job sites too. We have appreciated their work ethic, been impressed with their eagerness and diligence performing various tasks and have simply enjoyed their company. We hope they now have a deeper understanding of the […]

SKA at CREDA Charlotte’s Event

Christopher Gilbert PE attended the Commercial Real Estate Development Association – CREDA Charlotte Region’s ‘Lunch with A Leader’ to hear from City of Charlotte’s Director of Planning, Design & Development Monica Carney Holmes and Deputy Director of Planning David Hittle, AICP, MSW They spoke about the state of the City’s growth and its vision for […]

July Work Anniversaries

SKA is celebrating our employees with July work anniversaries. Congratulations to Andrew Faircloth, Rico Bolden, John Richards, Jim Maloney, PE, Dion Smith, R. Daniel Hudson, Nasland Rush, and Jeffrey Martin. Happy Anniversary! #employeeappreciation

David Tepke at AMPP’s Protective Coating Specialist Standard Setting Workshop

David Tepke attended the Association for Materials Protection and Performance Protective Coating Specialist Standard Setting Workshop in Houston: “I had another incredible experience at the AMPP: Association for Materials Protection and Performance Protective Coating Specialist Standard Setting Workshop last week in Houston. Setting appropriate standards for corrosion and protective coating certifications is essential for promoting […]

Ice Cream Day 2026 was sweet reward

Nothing says sweet summer surprise like an office-wide ice cream day! SKA is always finding creative (and delicious) ways to bring us together.

Healthy Hustle ramping up this Summer

At SKA Consulting Engineers, Inc. we believe health and well-being are an important part of building a strong, connected workplace. Through our 6-month Healthy Hustle program, employees are taking meaningful steps toward healthier habits, increased energy, improved mobility, and overall well-being. Recently, some of the participants put that commitment into action with a group workout […]

Happy Fourth of July

Happy Independence Day from all of us at SKA! Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday with family and friends.

WFU’s Alumni Hall Renovation Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

SKA’s Hadyn Simms and Carrie McClellan were excited to celebrate the ribbon-cutting for Wake Forest University’s Alumni Hall renovation. SKA’s team provided structural engineering and building enclosure commissioning on this project that includes classrooms, faculty offices, meeting rooms and gathering spaces for students and faculty. Extending thanks to an anonymous donation that funded the project, […]

SKA at SMPS Charlotte Event

It was a fun and informative SMPS Charlotte event that focused on “Infrastructure Challenges Impacting Healthcare Access.” Melissa Cerrito enjoyed a fascinating discussion on the state of healthcare: how it is being shaped and how challenges are being met across program management, transportation, planning, healthcare leadership and construction. Victoria Watlington, PhD, PE, PMP was the […]

SKA with LEAD Girls Tour of GTCC’s Aviation Center Project

As a continuation of the day following International Women in Engineering Day, we’re proud to recognize the work of LEAD Girls of NC, which is expanding opportunities for girls by introducing them to the AEC industry and helping them see the impact they can have on their communities. Here are SKA’s Malia Triolo, PE and […]

International Women in Engineering Day

On International Women in Engineering Day, we celebrate the women who have helped shape our firm—from the first woman to join our team to our newest summer intern. Their expertise, leadership, and unique perspectives strengthen our work, inspire innovation, and help us deliver better solutions for the communities we serve. Thank you for your contributions […]

SKA at NCEDA’s Conference in Wilmington

One State. One Team. Building Success Together – that was this year’s theme at the North Carolina Economic Development Association’s annual conference in Wilmington. Melissa Cerrito loved being a part of this “one team” and enjoyed being in the presence and feeling the energy of these partners working in collaboration! She enjoyed talking to the […]

Justin Plaisted, PE is now PENC’s President of North Carolina

Congratulations to John Plaisted, PE as he was installed as the PENC president for the state of North Carolina for the 2026-2027 year. John and his fellow PENC members arranged a successful 2026 Summer Conference in Wilmington. SKA sponsored the awards dinner at the conference.

June Work Anniversaries

SKA celebrated our employees with June work anniversaries. Congratulations to Pete Jones, Andy Flynt EI, Scott Singleton PE, Erica Kirsten PE, Kenzie Oakes PE, Erich Bopp, Malia Triolo PE, Brady Osborne, and Mina Basta, PE. Happy Anniversary!

SKA at JetZero’s Groundbreaking at PTIA

“Today we are the future of flight,” Governor Josh Stein began the groundbreaking ceremony of JetZero Z4Blended-Wing Body Aircraft manufacturing facility in Greensboro North Carolina at Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO). Melissa Cerrito & John Mancuso were beyond honored and awed to be a part of this incredible celebration along with a list of who’s-who […]

SKA at the NSPE of North Carolina Summer Conference in Wilmington

The National Society of Professional Engineers of NC, PENC: Professional Engineers of North Carolina, is having their summer conference, Beyond Boundaries: Engineering Momentum for North Carolina’s Next Economy, starting this Thursday in Wilmington. Justin Plaisted, PE, SKA Consulting Engineers, Inc.’s new Structural Repairs Manager, is an active member of this professional organization and has the […]

Books N Brunch – Never Split the Difference

We had a great book club discussion: Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as if Your Life Depended on It! Sarah Spangler, our HR Coordinator summarized the following:The conversation sparked thoughtful dialogue around how we approach negotiation, common pitfalls we often run into, and actionable tactics we can bring into both formal negotiations like contracts and vendor […]

2026 Summer Interns

Our summer engineering interns are here! This year they all happened to be students at North Carolina State University with different engineering majors. Neil Kapileshwari, Alexander Lord, and Ella Alcorn are working toward their BS in Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil Engineering degrees, respectively. Welcome!

CaroMont Health Cancer Center and Parking Deck Groundbreaking

“Who doesn’t love a good Topping Out ceremony?” Natasha Workman, EI had the honor and privilege to attend Elizabeth City State University’s New School of Aviation’s Topping Out Ceremony with Carrie McClellan yesterday. Even though there was rain in the air and dark clouds in the sky, the smiles were bight and the spirits were […]

May Work Anniversaries

We are celebrating our employees with May work anniversaries. Congratulations to Conrad Ehrhardt PE, Eric Barham, John Mancuso PE, Benny Cox EI, Eric Couch PE, Larry Jones, Katherine Green, Tracy Scott, Ed Wrenn CPE, RRO, David Cochran, Hadyn Simms, and Kimberly Trimble. Happy Anniversary!