As a seasoned Structural Engineer, I love leading teams that deliver more than promised. I'm an active contributor to the process, recognizing that my efforts as a structural engineer should include a holistic approach, ensuring a successful project on all fronts.I enjoy planning my projects, then getting down and dirty in the details of design and construction, and finally, cleaning up and enjoying the rewards of my efforts. This same approach I use in my professional career has it's roots in my family, my backyard, and the myriad of other projects and properties that I have. So far it's paying off:My children are now grown and successful adults, my business at KPW Structural Engineers is healthy, prosperous, and respected in the industry by peers and clients. Equally as rewarding, my backyard garden produces fruits, vegetables, eggs, honey, and soon WORMS that my wife and I maintain, harvest, and share yearlong. I am a Founding Owner - Principal Structural Engineer, leading and managing design from concept, through construction documents and construction. My areas of proven expertise include facilities for 24/7 Mission Critical functions facilities, Life Science and Hi-Tech Manufacturing, Data Centers, and Research & Development, Hospitals (OSHPD) and Education (University, Community College/K12 (DSA), Libraries, Fire/Police/Emergency Services, Community Ctrs., Courts, Detention facilities, office buildings, retail centers, casinos and hotels, Multi-Unit Residential, Military facilities, Industrial facilities, Seismic analysis & retrofitting, facility hardening (seismic / blast resistant design), Solar PV Farms. I am LEED AP Accredited, and work with 3D BIM modeling.I have been actively involved in my profession's leadership as well, on the Board of Directors with SEAONC for several years, and a contributor to our State's Structural Engineering licensing exams.Contact me at: e: westphal@kpwse.comt: 510-208-3300 x5102