Dallas, TX, March 15, 2018 — RLG Consulting Engineers, a Dallas-based civil, structural, survey and forensics engineering firm is pleased to announce the addition of Gwendolyn Wright as the new director of marketing and business development.

In this role, Wright will be responsible for leading and expanding the business development program to help drive revenue, at the same time she will build a marketing communications program that incorporates branding, public relations, digital marketing, social media and company events, to generate an increased visibility for RLG both in the industry and the business community. Combined, these efforts will support RLG’s strategic and energetic growth.

“We are pleased that Gwendolyn has joined our dynamic team and look forward to her contributions as the company continues to grow and expand,” says Jared Bratz, PE, principal. “Her wealth of experience in marketing and business development will be invaluable as we continue to take RLG Consulting Engineers to the next level.”   

Wright comes to RLG Consulting Engineers with more than 20 years of experience in the corporate and nonprofit sectors, where she has helped develop and grow brand awareness through strategic integrated marketing campaigns, events and public relations outreach to drive new business and generate revenue. She most recently served as the Director of Marketing and Communications for Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity, in addition to owning her own marketing and communications consulting practice for several years.

“RLG Consulting Engineers has such a rich history, with more than 65 years of experience as a leading engineering firm in Texas,” says Wright. “I am delighted to serve as the company’s new marketing and business development director and look forward to overseeing a period of extended growth, expansion and success.”

Wright holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Gettysburg College in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.  

About RLG Consulting Engineers

Founded in 1953 by Raymond L. Goodson, Jr., RLG Consulting Engineers specializes in civil, structural, survey and forensic engineering. For more than 65 years, RLG has been recognized as one of the top engineering firms in Texas for their ability to attract and retain a talented, experienced team, known for their reputation for thorough and meticulous work. RLG has been involved with major construction projects in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and throughout the country. Their staff includes professional engineers holding licenses in 47 states, graduate engineers and registered professional land surveyors. For more information please visit, www.RLGinc.com, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Media contact:

Katie Mudd

kmudd@rlginc.com

Office: 214-739-8100

Dallas, TX, February 6,2018 — RLG Consulting Engineers, a Dallas-based civil, structural, survey and forensics engineering firm is pleased to announce the promotion of Stuart A. Markussen to Chief Operating Officer.

As COO, Markussen will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations in RLG’s four departments: civil, structural, survey and forensics for the company’s three offices located in Dallas, TX, Fort Worth, TX and Peoria, IL. Additionally, he will lead internal operations to support RLG’s aggressive growth plans.

“Stuart has played a vital role in the growth of RLG Consulting Engineers,” says David Goodson, PE, RLG President and CEO. “As RLG looks ahead to the future and positions itself for extensive growth, Stuart’s leadership will be a key element to our continued success.”   

Markussen joined RLG in 1996 as the Manager of the Civil Engineering and Surveying Departments. After two years with RLG, Markussen quickly advanced to the firm’s ownership group as a principal shareholder. Over his 30-year career, he has gained a wealth of valuable knowledge for working on “fast-track” design and build projects. Markussen has developed a reputation for collaborative leadership by fostering teams to approach project designs with clear communication between the project owner and contractor in order to create constructible designs.

Markussen holds a Master of Science, Management and Administration Science from the University of Texas at Dallas and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Texas Tech University. He holds certifications as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas, Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS) in Texas and is a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Accredited Professional (LEED AP).

About RLG Consulting Engineers

Founded in 1953 by Raymond L. Goodson, Jr., RLG Consulting Engineers specializes in civil, structural, survey and forensic engineering. For more than 65 years, RLG has been recognized as one of the top engineering firms in Texas for their ability to attract and retain a talented, experienced team, known for their reputation for thorough and meticulous work. RLG has been involved major construction projects in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and throughout the country. Their staff includes professional engineers holding licenses in 47 states, graduate engineers and registered professional land surveyors. For more information please visit, www.RLGinc.com, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.  

Media contact:

Gwendolyn Wright

gwright@rlginc.com

Office: 214-739-8100

Bringing the next generation to top leadership, RLG Consulting Engineers recently promoted four new principals while unveiling an aggressive growth strategy to double in size by 2022.

Andy J. Ayers, PE, SE, was promoted to Structural Principal. Andy joined RLG in 2001 and has more than 17 years of structural engineering experience.  His work encompasses a variety of facilities including medical centers, mixed-use facilities, shopping centers and senior housing. Notable projects include Preston Hollow Village, West Village Blocks 7A &7B, and the Shops at Park Lane in Dallas. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering from Kansas State University. Ayers also has LEED and MLSE (Model Law Structural Engineer) certifications.

Jared W. Bratz, PE, was named Civil Principal. Jared joined RLG in 2014 and has more than 19 years of civil engineering experience managing design teams to produce multiple concurrent land development projects of various sizes from conception through engineering design to construction completion. Notable projects include the University of North Texas, Health Science Center Park, the Fort Worth iSWM Drainage Reviews and Bartlett Park for the City of Burleson. Bratz serves in leadership roles in several professional organizations and earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Texas Tech University.

David A. Cumming, PE, SE, was named a Structural Principal. David joined RLG in 1997 and has more than 20 years of experience in structural engineering. David has engineered and provided oversight on notable high-profile, steel-framed structures including the Great Wolf Lodge, Victory Block G, and the Hockaday School Performing Arts Center. Active in numerous professional organizations, David has a Master’s of Science, Structural Engineering from the University of Minnesota and a Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering from the University of Wisconsin, Platteville.

Michael J. McLaren, PE, SE, was promoted to Structural Principal. Mike joined RLG in 2015 and brought with him more than 20 years of experience in structural engineering. He possesses a vast knowledge of various facility types including of office buildings, schools and colleges, warehouses, correctional facilities, government buildings and healthcare facilities. McLaren is a member of numerous professional organizations and earned his Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering from Bradley University.

Jared has been elected to the Board of Directors at RLG Consulting Engineers and is responsible for leading the firm’s Civil Engineering department in three offices nationwide. Founded in 1953, RLG provides professional civil engineering, structural engineering, forensics/repair/strengthening and land surveying services for public and private clients.

RLG is excited to announce we will be moving our office approximately at the end of April 2017. Our new office will be at CBS Tower, 12001 N. Central Expressway in Dallas. We will be sending an updated notice a couple of weeks before the move. 

RLG participated in the Form Follows 5K in support of the Dallas Center for Architecture on February 18th. RLG's first finisher was Eric Alvarado. Congratulations Eric! 

The Topping Out awards took place on Wednesday, November 9, 2016, at the Dallas Arboretum. The event was attended by over 300 members of the Dallas and Fort Worth Architectural, Engineering, Construction and Development communities.