David Tepke, PE, and Natasha Boger Workman, PhD, EI are in Atlanta for the 2026 ACI Fall Concrete Convention. Please help us welcome SKA’s newest Kennerly Education Initiative (KEI) recipient, Roxanne Oles, EIT of Virginia Tech, as she makes the most of her first ACI experience. For students like Roxanne, SKA offers KEI opportunities in […]
SKA at WCA Annual Fall Conference
Eric Couch, PE, and Dave Tepke, PE, will be in Myrtle Beach this week for the Waterproofing Contractors Association Annual Fall Conference. Dave will be sharing updates on new products and substrate preparation during a session on Friday.
SKA’s Annual Company Retreat
SKA Consulting Engineers, Inc. held our annual company retreat in Greensboro this past Friday. We began the day with a moment of silence in remembrance of 9/11. Stephen Robinson, PE, also shared that SKA made a donation to the Wounded Warrior Project in honor of all those lost on that day: https://lnkd.in/dTu_HEYs The morning was […]
David Tepke Publishes in ICRI’s CRB on Coastal Concrete Buildings: Key Considerations
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 […]
SKA takes Stalite Plant Tour
Members of two SKA offices along with our own Stephen Robinson, PE attended a plant tour at Stalite Lightweight Aggregate on Friday. The rotary kiln process was fascinating, and Stalite plant representatives explained the steps at each stop on the tour. Our Structural group now has a better understanding of structures made with concrete containing […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
Mason Undercoffer is now a registered Professional Engineer
We recently congratulated Mason Undercoffer, P.E. on becoming our latest registered Professional Engineer in the state of North Carolina. Mason is part of our Building Solutions team and a member of the Wilmington office. Thank you for your dedication and persistence.
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 […]
CPN Star Award for St. Augsburg Church Renovation
We are pleased to be named among our fellow CPN of NC members for the #2026 CPN Star Award Under $10 million project – The Augsburg Lutheran Church Renovation project. The project was successful because of the close collaboration among the entire design and construction team. Our Building Solutions and Structural services team worked on […]
ECSU School of Aviation Topping Out
“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 […]
ABAA’s Workshop on WUFI Software
Logan McCraw, PE took part in the WUFI Pro Computer Modeling Workshop for Wall Design and Performance – Version 7 that was available at the ABAA Air Barrier Association of America‘s 2026 Building Enclosure Conference. in Minneapolis last week. “Big thank you to SKA Consulting Engineers, Inc. for sending me up to Minneapolis this week […]
SKA at Grand Opening of UVA Guesthouse and Conference Center
Natasha Workman, one of SKA’s engineers on the University of Virginia’s Guesthouse and Conference Center project was accompanied by Melissa Cerrito and Hilary Vickerman for the ribbon cutting of this new 214-room hotel with over 25,000 square feet of flexible meeting spaces. The rain did not dampen their spirits on the spectacular surroundings or the […]
SKA at NC One Water Spring Conference
John Mancuso, PE, a Senior Engineer and Marketing & Business Development Manager, will be attending the NC One Water Spring Conference in Concord, NC today. He is looking to connect and build relationships with other members such a owners, architects, and engineers and checking out the tour of the facilities utility design featuring the high-efficiency […]