Engineering solutions

Using data-driven insights, LEO A DALY engineers develop engineering solutions that prioritize people and planet. Our collaborative, integrated practice is grounded in a design-led approach that balances building program and function, local environmental and seismic conditions, and human comfort and safety.  We design for the long term, focusing on resilient and efficient building systems that offer optimal performance and return on investment for our clients. Sustainability is foundational to our approach, and we work with the entire project team to develop design solutions and building systems that minimize environmental impact and use resources wisely.

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What we do

  • Structural Engineering

  • Mechanical & Plumbing Engineering

  • Electrical Engineering

  • Architectural Lighting Design

  • Fire Protection and Life Safety

  • Commissioning

  • High Performance Engineering

  • Building Evaluation

Meet the team

  • Josh Roehm in a suit in the Dallas studio

    Joshua Roehm, PE, PMP

    Vice President
    Senior Director-Engineering

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  • Abby Goranson, PE

    Vice President
    Director of Operations-Engineering

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  • Kim Cowman, PE, LEED AP, HFDP

    Vice President
    Director, Engineering

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  • Chad O'Donnell, PE, SE, LEED AP BD+C

    Associate
    Practice Lead, Structural Engineering

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  • Doug Nelsen Director Electrical Engineering

    Doug Nelsen, PE

    Vice President
    Practice Lead, Electrical

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  • Mark Bradby, PE

    Senior Associate
    Practice Lead, Mechanical

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  • Denise Allacher, PE, CBCP, LEED AP

    Senior Associate
    Practice Lead, Commissioning

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  • Nick Lassek, PE, CBCP

    Associate
    Practice Lead, High Performance Design

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  • Trevor Hollins, PE, LC, Assoc. IALD

    Senior Associate
    Practice Lead, Architectural Lighting

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  • Brian Rippentrop, CET

    Associate
    Practice Lead, Fire Protection

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  • Cody Largent, PE, RCCD

    Associate
    Practice Lead, Technology

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Project highlights

Perspectives

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Designing a net zero building for all day, every day
Designing a net zero building for all day, every day

Hennepin County, Minnesota, needed an energy efficient, wellness-forward space for sheriff’s deputies to train, perform administrative tasks and meet with the public. LEO A DALY provided a daylight-filled design keeping both security and wellness in mind while delivering net zero energy under continuous operation.

The inspiration behind “Taking Flight”
The inspiration behind “Taking Flight”

Enrique Greenwell and Ryan Christensen discuss the creative ideation behind the concept of converting airplane fuselages into luxury suites. The concept, “Taking Flight,” was recently featured in Forbes.

Building future-proofed technology infrastructure: Five Questions with Cody Largent
Building future-proofed technology infrastructure: Five Questions with Cody Largent

Technology Engineering Lead Cody Largent specializes in equipping buildings with the proper technology and infrastructure to ensure the facility lasts. In this edition of 5 Questions, he explains how he works with clients to find the right technological solutions.

Preserving civic architecture on a budget: Five Questions with Michael Bjornberg
Preserving civic architecture on a budget: Five Questions with Michael Bjornberg

Historic Preservation expert Michael Bjornberg, FAIA, skillfully navigates regulatory requirements to perform historic preservation work that meets a building owner’s needs. In this edition of 5 Questions, he talks about how to do this work on public projects, even when budgets are tight.

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