In 2019, our employees continued to lead the field through their collective contributions, continuous improvement and empowered leadership. We recognized many of our team members internally and are proud to announce our most recent promotions.
Luke Butler, PE | Project Manager
Luke Butler, PE has been promoted from project engineer to project manager in Schaefer’s Cincinnati, Ohio office. Luke has a decade of structural engineering experience including projects like Salvagnini Addition, OhioHealth Neuroscience Wellness Center, Buffalo Wild Wings, and new + addition projects with Sycamore Community Schools.
Brad Samblanet, PE, SE | Project Manager
Brad Samblanet, PE, SE has been promoted from project engineer to project manager in Schaefer’s Columbus, Ohio office. In his five years at Schaefer, he has used his 14 years of experience to design incredible projects across markets with a focus in retail + industrial.
Matt Kozma, PE | Project Manager
Matt Kozma, PE earned his PE and was promoted to project manager in Schaefer’s Cincinnati, Ohio office. Matt joined the firm upon graduation from University of Cincinnati seven years ago. In that time, he has become a leader in our industrial market, delivering efficient designs for warehouses + fulfillment centers.
Phil Niekamp, PE | Project Manager
Phil Niekamp, PE earned his PE and was promoted to project manager in Schaefer’s Cincinnati, Ohio office. He has developed a specialization in wood construction, specifically multi-family residential + mixed-use projects, and has presented on cross-laminated timber to a local audience. Outside of Schaefer, Phil has served on the Board of Directors for the Structural Engineers Association of Ohio for the past several years. Ascending to president, he leads the board + its activities that align with its mission, engaging with both student + professional engineer communities.
Chris Hahnel, PE | Project Manager
Chris Hahnel, PE earned his PE and was promoted from project engineer to project manager in Schaefer’s Cincinnati, Ohio office. In his time at Schaefer, Chris has focused on hospitality + multi-family residential projects, including two Candlewood Suites located on military bases – Fort Drum and Fort Carson. Internally, he leads Schaefer’s Culture Team to execute community + team building activities.
New Credentials
Abby Christman | New PE
Abby Christman, PE earned a professional license, a PE in Ohio.
Jason Hubbell | New PE
Jason Hubbell, PE earned a professional license, a PE in Ohio.
John Baucco | New PE
John Baucco, PE earned a professional license, a PE in Ohio.
Taylor Norman, PE | New SE
Taylor Norman, PE, SE, already a PE, earned his SE license in Arizona.
Zac Wilson | New PE
Zac Wilson, PE earned a professional license, a PE in Kentucky.
Congratulations to everyone on their promotions and achievements!