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AESI completed a geotechnical study for this project and provided design and construction-phase geotechnical consultation to City representatives and the project team. Construction is currently ongoing.
AESI conducted infiltration testing and provided design recommendations for the onsite drainage at the Tennant Trailhead Park. AESI also performed geotechnical observation during construction.
AESI assisted in the assessment of the parcels that make up the school grounds and provided a design phase subsurface exploration and geotechnical study for the design team. This project is one of the first hybrid mass timber education projects in the area.
AESI provided on-call geotechnical observation and testing of infiltration facilities, field light foundations, synthetic turf subgrades, and paving subgrades for the new athletic fields at Fort Steilacoom Park in Lakewood, WA.
AESI participated as part of the consultant team in the Department of Ecology Stormwater Action Monitoring collective. AESI conducted field evaluations of the physical conditions and dynamic parameters of bioretention facilities throughout the Puget Sound region.
AESI completed subsurface explorations, a geotechnical study, and construction observation for the building additions at the Wildwood Elementary School in Federal Way, WA
STAFF SPOTLIGHT
Alex Ybarra, L.G.
Senior Staff Geologist
Department: Geotechnical Engineering
AESI Staff since 2016
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Alex started his journey at AESI back in April of 2016 and quickly jumped into the world of construction monitoring and geotechnical observation. While in school, Alex knew he didn’t want a typical desk job, and instead wanted to spend time outdoors and doing something where his work let him explore the different communities around him. After taking his first geology class, he never looked back and received a degree in Geology from Western Washington University.​
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Alex is an essential part of the AESI team. He is the full-time on-site geologist for many of our south end projects including large scale land development projects in and around the City of Black Diamond. Alex’s strong people skills and charismatic personality allow him to create meaningful connections with contractors and clients and ensure projects run smoothly. Alex enjoys revisiting old sites to see the completed product and finds it rewarding to know he played a part in the project’s success and helped set a good foundation for the rest of the project. In the future, Alex hopes to continue growing his skills and making connections with the project teams.​
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Alex has a busy summer ahead of him as he prepares to welcome the birth of his baby girl in July (Congratulations!) and embraces the rewards and challenges that come with being a new dad. Until then, he hopes to fill his summer with plenty of fishing and golfing and daydreaming about the first day of snowboarding season.
EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION!
Collin Promoted to Senior Staff Geologist!
We are happy to announce Collin’s promotion to Senior Staff Geologist. Collin started with AESI in October of 2022 and has consistently provided excellent technical work. Collin excels at communicating with coworkers, clients, and contractors, and he is an appreciated member of our team. Congratulations, it is a pleasure to recognize your abilities and hard work!
PROJECT NEWS
EASTRAIL FLATS - MIXED USE
MAINSTREET PROPERTY GROUP, BLUELINE, GENCAP, DCI ENGINEERS, DAHLIN GROUP
Kurt Merriman, PE and Bradford Drew, PE representing AESI in the Mainstreet Property Groups groundbreaking ceremony for the Eastrail project in Woodinville.
Near The Schoolhouse District in Woodinville, a new Downtown experience is in the works - bringing 207 residential units. Building on Downtown Woodinville's charm, Eastrail Flats will introduce a complementary Mountain Modern aesthetic both inside and out to fit all lifestyles in what is becoming a highly sought after area of the Eastside.
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