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MS, Fire Protection Engineering, California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo
Michael has over 20 years of experience in design, project management and consulting in fire protection. He is known for progressing protocols and optimizing efficiency. He has experience successfully handling complex, high-profile projects with many stakeholders. He also has civil and mechanical engineering knowledge which complements his perspective and approach. His area of expertise and credentials include hazardous storage, risk assessment, NFPA building and fire codes, international building and fire code, life safety plans/code analysis, smoke modeling, suppression systems, standpipe systems, fire alarm systems, fire pumps and hydraulic analysis.
Design West Engineering modernized Winchester Elementary School, enhancing HVAC, plumbing, and gas systems across multiple buildings, including new fire sprinkler plans for Building H, ensuring energy efficiency, safety and a superior learning environment.
Design West modernized Sequim High School's HVAC system, assessed Olympic Peninsula Academy's equipment for upgrades, and renovated the Sequim School District Boardroom, ensuring ADA compliance and updating ME/FP systems across multiple projects.
We have been a pivotal partner for Crossover Health, executing TI projects across the U.S., totaling over 50,000 SF. From Maryland Heights, MO, to Austin, TX, and more, we transformed spaces to meet high standards of functionality, efficiency, and comfort.
RCOE's new 130,578 SF Conference Center and Parking Structure supports K-12 education, featuring spacious offices, modern amenities, secured parking, a top-level conference center, and Café Esquina with a full kitchen.
Design West constructed Cuesta College Campus Center, an LEED Silver-certified student services and admin building. Fire protection included wet fire suppression system design, meeting codes and standards.
Design West Engineering supported Chaffey College's Library and Learning Commons project, providing MEP, fire protection, and technology design. Their involvement ensured a comprehensive plan for design and construction teams.
Design West Engineering designed MEP and Fire Protection for a $120M airport expansion. Our scope included a new sorting facility, site lighting, and utility connections, ensuring smooth progress and operational continuity.
The Cheech Marin Center, originally a library, is now a 61,420 SF art space. Design West Engineering provided controls development for HVAC systems that ensure precise temperature, humidity, and pressurization for artwork preservation.
RCCD built a new educational center at the Riverside County Ben Clark Public Safety Training Center. The project included classrooms, labs, and administration areas. Design West Engineering incorporated energy-efficient designs with VRF systems & solar PV.
We're ready to roll up our sleeves and get to work on your project. Let's make something great together.
