THOMAS & HUTTON ANNOUNCES NEW HIRES IN SAVANNAH

Kristin Ackerman joined T&H as a Designer in the Civil Department. Kristin earned her Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Georgia Southern University. She brings previous experience working in the construction industry as a field and office engineer. As a Designer, Kristin’s role is to help prepare construction plans, specifications, and reports for water, sewer, road, and storm drainage infrastructure projects throughout southeast Georgia. 

Roni Dos Santos joined T&H as a 3D Visualization Artist in the Civil Department. Roni is originally from Brazil, where he founded and owned an Arch Viz studio for many years. He has a graphic design degree from Instituto Federal Fluminese in Campos, Rio de Janeiro, and an Interior Designer Certificate from Universidade Gama Filho in Rio De Janeiro. Roni began his career after studying building design in high school and has several years of experience producing 3D renderings and animations for real estate, architecture, and engineering firms in Brazil and the United States. Roni is a decorated visualization artist recognized for involvement in acclaimed projects by the American Architecture Awards and Architect of The Year Awards. As a 3D Visualization Specialist at T&H, Roni will support the graphics department in improving 3D renderings and animations. To achieve this objective, he will focus on incorporating Autodesk’s 3DMax software into the 3D workflow. Additionally, Roni will assist in creating 2D renderings. He is working on 3D renderings for industrial projects across the Eastern US and enhancing T&H’s drone video footage and 3D model syndication firmwide.

Corina Fluker joined T&H as a Designer in the Environmental Department. Corina recently graduated from Georgia Southern University with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and a minor in Spanish. Corina is an active member of the Society of Women Engineers and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and volunteers with Habitat for Humanity and the Ogeechee River Keeper. Her previous environmental and risk management internship experience will be an asset in her new role. As a Designer, Corina’s responsibilities will include preparing construction plans, specifications, reports, studies, supporting documentation, cost estimates, and permit applications for infrastructure projects in Bryan County, the City of Tybee, and the City of Springfield. 

Ashley MacDonald joined T&H as a Designer in the Environmental Department. Originally from St. Petersburg, Florida, Ashley obtained her degree in environmental engineering from Clemson University. Before studying at Clemson, Ashley served in the U.S. Army for five years as an intelligence analyst. She is a certified volunteer for the SC Adopt-a-stream program. As a Designer, Ashley will assist in preparing construction plans, specifications, cost analysis, and permit applications for various water/wastewater projects. She assists with the North Bryan County, GA, Sewer, and Water Master Plan.

Rob McCall joined T&H as a Project Manager in the Transportation Department. Rob joins T&H with over 30 years of experience with the Georgia Department of Transportation and as a private-sector transportation engineer. He served as District Engineer for GDOT District 5, which is comprised of 26 counties in Southeast Georgia. He is well versed in maintenance, traffic operations, construction, and state aid offices of GDOT. As a Project Manager, Rob will assist in expanding the Savannah Transportation Department’s service capabilities to better serve clients throughout Coastal Georgia. Rob graduated from Georgia Southern University with a degree in civil engineering technology.

Alex Umberg joined T&H as a Designer in the Transportation Department. Alex recently earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Clemson University. He has previous internship experience in construction materials testing and geotechnical engineering. Alex also recently became a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers. As a Designer, Alex will create construction drawings, calculations, layouts, and exhibits that adhere to local, state, and federal guidelines for designing roadway alignments, typical sections, and drainage. With T&H, he has worked on roadway and pedestrian improvement projects in Bryan and Chatham County.

Will Webb joined T&H as a Designer in the Civil Department. Will recently earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Georgia Southern University and was a member of the Honors College. He returns to Thomas & Hutton following an internship in the Civil Department last summer. As a Designer, Will’s role is to help prepare construction plans, specifications, and reports for water, sewer, road, and storm drainage infrastructure projects. These projects are geared towards industrial and economic development throughout Georgia.