KBGE Team
Russell Tomer, P.E.
Sr. Project Manager
Favorite thing about Austin: Great outdoor recreation activities… and there’s never a shortage of events to take advantage of.
If I could have a super power: Speed. I feel the need for speed!
Fun fact: I once went on a 10 day trek in the Himalayan Mountains of Nepal.
Seth Bonner, E.I.T.
Sr. Project Manager
Alma Mater: Texas A&M Kingsville
Favorite thing about Austin: The gorgeous landscape and all the wonderful activities this city has to offer.
I can’t get enough of : good people, good food and good times.
If I could have a super power: mind control (waves hand across reviewer’s face), “you will approve this project.”
Juan Mendoza, E.I.T.
Staff Consultant
Alma Mater: The University of Texas at Austin
Favorite thing about Austin: There is always something going on in the city. Different events bring different types of people to the city.
I can’t get enough of: The night life in Austin (Downtown, Rainey, local bars, etc.) and the numerous types of foods found across the city
Sam Paik
Staff Consultant
Favorite thing about living in Austin: the liveliness of the city and how there’s always something unique to do
I can’t get enough of… good, local food
If I could have any superhero power, it would be… teleportation
When I’m not working at KBGE, I… am playing games, making art or out with friends
Name a fun fact about yourself: I bat and golf left-handed despite being right-handed
Craig Tipton, E.I.T.
Staff Consultant
Alma Mater: Texas A&M Unversity
Favorite thing about Austin: This town fosters and encourages creativity and entrepreneurship in a manner I’ve never experienced before.
I can’t get enough of: College football. I think I might have a serious problem.
Theresa Hagood
Office Manager
Alma Mater: Texas State University
Favorite things about Austin: The lake is minutes away. When I meet new people, they look at me like I’m a unicorn, because I am actually born and raised in Austin.
I can’t get enough of: Cheese
When I’m not working at KBGE, I: cook, spend time with my son, friends and family.
James Large
Sr. Civil Designer
Alma Mater: Texas A&M
Favorite thing about living in Austin: I enjoy the diversity of life in Austin. Everything from a simple shopping trip to the grocery store or an evening’s entertainment. There is such a broad spectrum to choose from it is hard to not find something you haven’t already tired.
I can’t get enough of: My dog and quiet times at home.
Sean McNulty
Senior Civil Designer
Favorite thing about Austin: I can pursue both of my chosen professions.
I can’t get enough of: guitars!
Fun fact: I was born between Apollo II and Woodstock. I’ve always been stuck between science and music. I can’t make up my mind between which is more important…
Trey Kincade
Civil Designer
Favorite thing about Austin: Barton Springs
I can’t get enough of: two-stepping & chicken enchiladas with green sauce
If I could have any superhero power, it would be… to recharge on an entire night’s sleep in 8 minutes
Name a fun fact about yourself: I used to weigh 300 pounds
Chris Harned
Civil Designer
Alma Mater: I haven’t graduated yet but it will be Oklahoma State when I do.
Favorite thing about OKC: There is always something to do here, and getting to watch this amazing city grow every day.
If I could have a super power: The ability to fly.
Tommy Ballard
Civil Designer & Survey Technician
Favorite thing about Austin (or Oklahoma): Love Oklahoma, it’s my safe place where the people are friendly, the food is good and the skies aren’t cloudy all day.
When I’m not working at KBGE: I am a GPA to as many of my 6 grandkids that I can be around. Your life is only as good the people you surround yourself with and they are as good as it gets.
Fun fact: I am an adrenaline junkie. I like to long board, repel and water ski. If you have a wild hair and need a partner in crime, I’m your guy…
Anna Ramirez
Civil CAD Technician
Alma Mater: Austin Community College
Favorite thing about Austin: Cultural diversity, a variety of things to do and meeting new people.
If I could have a super power: the ability to see into the future.
Fun fact: I love poetry and art.
Ethan Hopkin
Survey Technician
Alma Mater: Austin Community College
Favorite thing about Austin: The fact that it is a melting pot of several cultures and no matter the generation, there will always be lots of people from all over.
If I could have a super power: invisibility.
Fun fact: I play guitar.
Juan Maldonado
Survey Field Crew
Favorite thing about Austin: The live bands and the friendly people.
I can’t get enough of: The good food in ATX.
If I could have a super power: invisibility.
When I’m not working at KBGE, I am: working at home and spending time with my kids.