Franz K. Holt, P.E.
President
Franz K. Holt, P.E.
President
Principal Engineer/ProjectManager
Franz is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in Civil Engineering and has over 35 years of experience in civil/sanitary engineering and is the President of the Company, a corporate stockholder, and one of the Board of Directors. He has served as project manager and project engineer for the following project types:
Joshua S. Johnson, P.E.
Vice President – Head of Engineering
Joshua S. Johnson, P.E.
Vice President – Head of Engineering
Principal Engineer/Project Manager
Josh has been working in the civil engineering field since 2003. Josh has extensive experience with water, sewer, stormwater, grading, and erosion control projects. Josh has been heavily involved in the permitting, planning, implementation and daily operations of sanitary sewer collection systems, water distribution systems, and municipal stormwater programs. He was responsible for creating and implementing post-construction and illicit discharge programs for Phase II compliance in multiple municipalities. He is currently a member of the Stormwater Association of North Carolina, a member of the NC Nutrient Scientific Advisory Board, and a member of the NC League of Municipalities Regulatory Action Committee. Josh has certifications from NC DWR for Stormwater BMP Reviews and for Surface Water Identification. Josh serves as the Town Engineer for the Town of Gibsonville and the Town of Haw River. Josh has a broad basis of engineering experience and is qualified for the following project types:
David Lipe, P.E.
Vice President, Kannapolis Office Manager
David Lipe, P.E.
Vice President, Kannapolis Office Manager
Kannapolis Office Manager
David is a graduate of North Carolina State University in Civil Engineering and has worked in the field since 1996. David joined AWCK in 2006 and is a company stockholder and project manager. His duties include client contacts, contract negotiations, meeting with client boards or councils, preliminary and final designs, preparation of specifications, construction administration, and project close-out. David’s professional background is in Transportation Engineering, and Transportation Construction Engineering Management and Inspection. He is responsible for project delivery from inception through final completion. David is familiar with NCDOT and FHWA requirements for transportation projects and is prequalified to perform design and CEI services on NCDOT funded projects.
S. Brent Mills, P.E.
Associate Engineer
S. Brent Mills, P.E.
Associate Engineer
Brent is a graduate of North Carolina State University, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological and Environmental Engineering. Brent also has a Bachelor of Science degree in Sport Management from NC State. Brent joined AWCK in 2015 and became a licensed Professional Engineer in May of 2019. Brent is presently involved with several sanitary sewer inflow and infiltration studies and rehabilitation projects. Brent also serves as the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) lead.
M. Heath Williams, P.L.S.
Survey Manager
M. Heath Williams, P.L.S.
Survey Manager
Head of Burlington Surveying Department
Heath is responsible for coordinating fieldwork for engineers, architects, and other surveying for field crews. Extensive use of computers in generating surveys and maps for legal and recording purposes. Proficient in use of AutoCAD, Land Desktop, and Trimble Geomatic Office. Working toward implementing Civil 3D by 2017. Heath has been involved in and is qualified in the following types of surveying projects:
G. Wesley Webb, P.E.
Project Manager
G. Wesley Webb, P.E.
Project Manager
Project Manager
Wes is a graduate of Clemson University in Civil Engineering and has worked in the civil/environmental engineering field since 1985. Wes joined AWCK in 1993 and is a company stockholder and project manager. His duties include meeting with client boards or councils, preliminary and final designs, preparation of specifications, construction administration, and project close-out. He is responsible for project delivery from inception through final completion. He has a good working knowledge of the Corp of Engineers, NCDENR Water Quality, and Land Quality, and FEMA regulations associated with stream impacts and the construction of bridges, culverts, and utilities. He is also familiar with NEPA Environmental Laws and Regulations, NCDOT standards and practices, and FEMA Floodplain Development policies and applies this knowledge to his project reviews, project design, and project management. For project design, he is responsible for Categorical Exclusion NEPA documentation, site grading design, roadway design, sediment and erosion control design, hydraulic analysis, storm drainage design, utility relocation design, environmental permit coordination.
Matt Cunningham, P.L.S.
Survey Manager
Matt Cunningham, P.L.S.
Survey Manager
Registered Land Surveyor
Matt has worked in the construction field since 1984. Matt joined AWCK in 2007 and is a professional land surveyor. Matt is responsible for all the surveying needs for the Kannapolis Office. Matt performs location surveys, boundary surveys, ALTA/ASCM surveys, as-built surveys, topographic surveys, subdivision layout and design, parcel and subdivision mapping, wetland delineation location and mapping, GPS aerial mapping control, site plans, and mortgage loan surveys. In addition to surveying, Matt also serves as a project inspector. He holds various NCDOT inspection certifications and is prequalified for inspection services on NCDOT-funded projects.
Paul D. Campbell, P.E.
Project Engineer
Paul D. Campbell, P.E.
Project Engineer
Paul is a 1986 graduate of North Carolina State University in Engineering and has worked in the engineering field since 1987. Paul was Director of Engineering for the City of Concord for approximately 8 years. Paul joined AWCK in 2019 and is a Project Engineer/Project Manager. Paul’s professional background includes all facets of residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional site development. His duties include management and supervision of a variety of staff including engineers, surveyors, CAD operators, construction observers, and technicians.
J. Clay Phillips, P.E.
Project Engineer
J. Clay Phillips, P.E.
Project Engineer
Clay has been working in the civil engineering field since 2012. He has extensive knowledge in municipal/utility construction, specializing in pump station design. He has served as the lead application engineer for pump station upgrades for drinking water distribution and wastewater collection systems up to 25MGD. Clay also has experience in water and wastewater treatment plant construction. Clay has a broad basis of engineering experience in the following areas:
Duties Include:
Trenton Novelii, P.E.
Civil Engineer
Trenton Novelii, P.E.
Civil Engineer
Trenton is a graduate of UNC Charlotte and obtained his degree in Civil Engineering. He started with Alley, Williams, Carmen, and King Inc. in 2021. Prior to working at AWCK, Trenton worked for a utility construction company repairing and replacing water and sewer infrastructure in Wilmington, NC, and surrounding areas. Since joining AWCK, Trenton has assisted in a wide varity of roles, ranging from civil design, GIS administration, preparation of grant and loan applications for municipalities construction inspections, contract administration and project management.
Certifications and Projects:
• Storm water SCM Inspection Certification
• NC Stream Delineation Certification
• Water Line Construction
• Sewer Line Construction
• Sewer Rehabilitation
• Stormwater Construction and Inspections
• Construction Inspection
• GIS Exhibit Mapping
• Stormwater BMP Construction
Jorge Rodriguez-Sam, AIA
Project Architect
Jorge Rodriguez-Sam, AIA
Project Architect
Jorge has joined AWCK for a second time in 2023 with his original tenure beginning in 2002 and lasting until 2012. Jorge graduated from University of Panama with a degree in Architecture and obtained a masters in Urban & Regional Planning from Virgina Tech. Throughout his 36-year career, Jorge has provided high level, detail-oriented architectural design and analysis for hundreds of clients. He also enjoys working with 3D rendering software and has created magnificent presentations for clients that allows them to visualize the dream building they have always aspired to construct. Throughout his career, Jorge has provided construction administration and management on a multitude of projects, which helps keep his designs stunning yet realistic for the clients’ budgetary needs.
Certifications and Projects:
• L.E.E.D. Accredited
• AIA Registration in NC, FL, Panama
• NCARB Certified
• American Planning Association (APA_
• Sociedad de Ingenieros y Arquitecos (SPIA)
• Wallace Gee Building, Alamance Community College – design
• Hawfields Middle and Garrett Elementary – design
• Wentworth Town Hall
• Mebane Municipal Building
• BD Diagnostics
• Glen Raven Mills
• Indulor America
R. Dale Fink, P.E.
Project Engineer
R. Dale Fink, P.E.
Project Engineer
Dale is a 1983 graduate of North Carolina State University in Civil Engineering and has worked in the engineering and surveying field since 1978. Dale joined AWCK in 2019 and is a Project Engineer/Project Manager. His duties include management and supervision of a variety of staff including engineers, surveyors, CAD operators, construction observers, and technicians. Dale’s professional background includes all facets of residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional site development.
S. Craig Robertson
Surveyor
S. Craig Robertson
Surveyor
Craig has approximately 30 years of construction experience in performing surveying, and construction observation related tasks. Craig was a longtime survey party chief and began working as a construction observer on NCDOT and municipal projects in 2011.
Field Inspection Experience:
Duties Include:
A. Mark McGregor
Project Manager
A. Mark McGregor
Project Manager
Mark has an A.A.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Central Virginia Community College and an Associate’s Degree in Construction Management from Central Piedmont Community College. Mark has worked in the construction field since 1981. Mark joined AWCK in 2000 and serves as the Inspection Services Manager. His primary role is in Construction Observation and Contract Administration. His day to day involvement with projects has provided him with extensive experience with handling public concerns and dealing with contractor conflicts. His ability to provide proper documentation ensures a streamlined project. Mark is also involved in our site plan review and quality control process. Mark is certified for ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade 1, NCDOT Concrete Field Technician (Testing), NCDOT QMS Roadway Technician and as an instructor with the National Center for Construction Education and Research. In addition to his construction management experience, he also serves as a project inspector. He holds various NCDOT inspection certifications and is prequalified for inspection services on NCDOT funded projects.
Randy C. Casper
Engineering Intern
Randy C. Casper
Engineering Intern
Construction Inspector
Randy has a B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Tennessee and has worked in the Civil Engineering field since 1997. Randy joined AWCK in 2000 and is an Engineering Intern and has experience in the Civil Engineering field concentrating on plan production and design of water, sewer, subdivisions, site and grading plans, erosion control plans, and roadway plans. Randy’s experience in roadway design includes the design of both municipal and private streets. He is very familiar with NCDOT specifications and design procedures. He is proficient with Microstation and the InRoads Suite for roadway design. Randy is also proficient with the US Army Corps of Engineers HEC-RAS software for performing hydraulic analyses and flood studies.
In addition to his design experience, he also serves as a project inspector. He holds various NCDOT inspection certifications and is prequalified for inspection services on NCDOT funded projects.
Benny Stutts
Engineering Technician
Benny Stutts
Engineering Technician
Benny is a graduate of Alamance Community College and obtained a degree in Electronics Technology. Since joining AWCK in 2004, Benny has contributed to a wide range of design and drafting projects. With a strong foundation in both Civil Engineering and Architectural design, Benny brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our team. Before his tenure at AWCK, he worked as a mechanical drafting professional, where he also assisted in the inspection and testing of mechanical and electrical components. His acute eye for detail and his high degree of professionalism are evident in his work.
Certifications and Projects:
• AutoCad Design Certification
• Residential and Commercial Design
• Water Main Design (6”-12”)
• Sewer Main Design
• Various Pump Station Designs
• Storm Drain and BMP Design
• Various Fire Station Designs
• Alamance Community College Upgrades
• Conceptual Site Designs
Roger D. Baldwin
Construction Observer
Roger D. Baldwin
Construction Observer
Roger has approximately 27 years of construction-related experience. Roger has been an architect technician in the architectural department since 2007. For the past 2 years, Roger has been providing inspection services on multiple projects and is currently signed up for additional NCDOT technician certifications.
Field Inspection Experience:
Duties Include:
V. Lee Austin
Construction Observer
V. Lee Austin
Construction Observer
Lee has worked in the construction field since 1991. He worked for NCDOT in the Albemarle Resident Engineer’s Office early in his career inspecting TIP work. Lee has been employed as a CEI technician inspecting large NCDOT TIP projects and working with Charlotte Mecklenburg Utilities inspecting water, sewer, Cats Light Rail, and numerous other projects. Lee is very familiar with NCDOT specifications and standards and has inspected a wide variety of construction projects including water, sewer, site plans, grading, structures, bridges, and all phases of roadway construction. After joining AWCK in March 2010, Lee has been the project inspector on an ARRA Stimulus project and a CMAQ project. Lee is responsible for specification compliance, construction quality assurance, daily construction reports, sediment control inspections, contract quantity verification, Davis-Bacon labor rate compliance, and safety compliance.
Ryan King
Construction Observer
Ryan King
Construction Observer
Ryan has been involved in construction since his graduation from NC State University in 2001. Ryan has extensive experience with asphalt paving, storm drainage installation, curb and gutter installation, and sidewalk construction. Ryan recently joined Alley, Williams, Carmen, and King and is completing the NCDOT certification process for asphalt and concrete testing and inspections. Ryan’s role with AWCK includes street, utility, and sidewalk observation.
Field Inspection Experience:
City of Mebane –
Duties Include:
Jon Pendergraph
Engineering Technician
Jon Pendergraph
Engineering Technician
Jon earned his degree from East Carolina University in Industrial Engineering Technology in 2019 and started with Alley, Williams, Carmen and King Inc. shortly before graduation. While in college, Jon completed several research projects on utility utilizations and site planning/development. In his time at AWCK, Jon has completed tasks in the field as well as design work. Jon has experience in municipal government and utilities as he previously worked for the City of Mebane. His primary focus was on pump stations and flow tracking but he also helped with budget proposals and field experience with utility repairs. In his time at AWCK, Jon has worked on the following project types:
Duties Include:
Bryan Evans
Construction Observer
Bryan Evans
Construction Observer
Bryan joined AWCK in 2020 and has served as a project inspector on roadway and greenway projects. Bryan has worked since 2018 as a project inspector and has worked previously in the construction industry as a concrete finisher and machine operator. Bryan has held NCDOT certifications in Concrete, QMS Roadway Inspections, Conventional Density, and Level II Erosion Control. Bryan is very familiar with NCDOT specifications and has performed field inspections on erosion control, grading, stone base, paving, and landscaping.
Bryan’s project experience includes:
Blake Misenheimer
Construction Observer
Blake Misenheimer
Construction Observer
Blake joined AWCK in 2021 and has served as a project inspector on park, greenway, and roadway projects as well as worked on the survey crew while at AWCK. Blake earned his Business Administration Degree from Catawba College in 2018. Blake has worked as a construction inspector since 2018 working on NCDOT highway projects prior to joining AWCK. Blake has held NCDOT certifications in Concrete, QMS Roadway Inspections, Conventional Density, Welding Inspection, Chemical Stabilization, and Level II Erosion Control. Blake is very familiar with NCDOT specifications and has served as a lead inspector on various projects.
Blake’s project experience includes:
Graham Lamb
Engineering Intern
Graham Lamb
Engineering Intern
Graham joined AWCK in 2023 after earning his undergraduate and graduate degrees in Civil Engineering, with a focus on water resources from UNC Charlotte. Since entering the civil engineering field, he has worked on various projects and has gained experience working on residential, commercial, and municipal projects. His experience includes site plan development, erosion and stormwater design, water and sewer utility design, and water modeling.
Graham’s project experience includes:
Gina Cunningham
Engineering Technician
Gina Cunningham
Engineering Technician
Gina joined AWCK in 1991 and has performed drafting for a multitude of projects including grading, water transmission and distribution, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, site plans, sidewalks, erosion control, roadway improvements, and survey plat preparation. Gina is familiar with Municipal codes and standards, NCDOT design standards, and NCDEQ design guidelines. Gina is proficient with AutoCAD and has prepared project plans for hundreds of projects during her time at AWCK.
Gina’s project drafting experience includes:
Duane Andrews
Office Administrator
Duane Andrews
Office Administrator
Duane, commonly known as Shakey, began his career at AWCK with the survey crew and has since transitioned to an office administrator role. With over 35 years of experience, Duane takes pride in every aspect of office administration. He ensures the smooth operation of the Burlington office, handling project research, document recordation, meeting coordination, and vehicle fleet maintenance.
Paula Smith
Office Manager
Paula Smith
Office Manager
Accountant
Paula graduated from North Carolina State University with a degree in Business Management. She possesses an extensive financial background, while bringing leadership and management experience to further assist the company. Her attention to detail and exceptional analytical skills greatly supports the board of directors with providing information to make decisions about the company's needs and goals.
Don Ferguson
Construction Observer
Don Ferguson
Construction Observer
Don is a graduate of Seneca College and obtained a degree in Resources Engineering Technology and joined AWCK in 2024 having been a dedicated professional in the construction consulting field for the past 35 years, specializing in surveying and inspection. His extensive experience includes inspecting the installation of sewers, water mains, roads, and stormwater utilities across various municipalities and states from Virginia to Alabama. Don has conducted inspections on countless projects to ensure adherence to municipal standards while performing cost comparisons of bidders, certifying completion of work for payment authorizations, and prepared punch lists to close out projects.
Certifications and Projects:
• Water Line Construction Observation and Compliance Testing
• Sewer Line Construction Observation and Compliance Testing
• Storm Drain Construction Observation and Compliance Testing
• Sidewalk ADA Compliance Testing
• Stormwater BMP Construction
• Utility Relocation Inspection NC Hwy 540
• Ft Bragg Pump Stations Inspection
• Wallace Wade Stadium Renovations
• Brooks Football Field Renovations
• Cameron Indoor Basketball Expansion
Janet Paith
Stormwater Manager
Janet Paith
Stormwater Manager
Janet graduated from UNC Greensboro with a bachelor's degree in Geography, specializing in Urban Planning and Environmental Studies. She also holds a master’s degree in public health with a concentration in Environmental Management and Policy. Janet joined the AWCK team in 2023 but began her professional career in state government before transitioning to the private sector. In both her previous ventures and currently with AWCK, she specializes in construction stormwater compliance. Her expertise expanded to post-construction stormwater management, and she later served as a contracted Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Coordinator for city governments. Janet's dedication to the field is evident in her ongoing efforts to educate and audit MS4 communities, helping them achieve compliance and enhance environmental stewardship.
Certifications and Projects:
• Erosion and Sediment Control Certification
• Certified Floodplain Manager
• Stormwater SCM Inspection Certification
• NC Stream Delineation Certification
• GIS Mapping of Stormwater Applications, Permits, and Devices
• Stormwater Public Education Outreach
• Incident Investigations and Reported Concern Resolution
• Assisting Municipalities in Annual Stormwater Compliance Audits
• Applying Municipal Codes to Regulated Floodplain Areas
Davis Fields
Engineering Intern
Davis Fields
Engineering Intern
Davis is a graduate of North Carolina State University and obtained a degree in civil engineering with a concentration in environmental engineering. Davis joined Alley, Williams, Carmen, & King, Inc. in January 2024 and has provided construction inspection and construction administration services on several projects. He also has participated in annual inspections of public facilities, assisting municipalities with their state required stormwater audits. While still early in his career, Davis has been a valuable asset to AWCK, quickly learning the intricacies of ArcPro and AutoCAD Civil 3d.
Career Experience:
• Water Line Design
• Sewer Line Design
• Sewer Line Rehabilitation Inspection
• Stormwater Design
• Stormwater Inspection
• Construction Inspection
• Street Repairs and Resurfacing
• ArcGIS Mapping
• AutoCAD Civil3D
• Data Management and Analysis
Randy Hall
Engineering Technician
Randy Hall
Engineering Technician
Randy joined our team in 2023 after spending over 45 years in Civil Engineering. Randy graduated from Coastal Carolina Community College with a degree in Architectural Drafting. During his professional career he has drafted expansive construction drawings which further expanded into complex design projects. Randy also holds experience with surveying, QA/QC, construction administration, engineering inspections and project management. Randy has worked closely with clients and local municipalities to create successful projects for residential and commercial settings, taking them from preliminary layouts to final designs.
Career Experience:
• Water Distribution Design
• Sewer Collection System Design
• Durham Bulls Stadium Upgrades
• Streets at Southpoint Design
• North Hills Mall expansion design
• Landfall Subdivision (Wilmington, NC) Design
• Carrboro Community Park Design
• Hillsboro Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Design
Cole Sherrill
Cole Sherrill
Engineering Inter
Connie Lavance
Connie Lavance
Front Office Coordinator