Principal Thoughts
Fred N. Severud Birth Celebration – June 8, 1899
June 8, 2024125 years ago this June, Fred N. Severud (above, at left) was born in Bergen, Norway, June 8, 1899—125 years ago this month—one of 12 children in what he called a very religious and very musical family. Although he considered himself artistic, Severud wound up at the Norwegian Institute of Technology in Trondheim. He had originally intended to study for the military but fate, or perhaps providence, intervened and he switched to engineering. Severud graduated with a degree in civil and structural engineering in 1923 and shortly thereafter, married and immigrated to the United States.
Cawsie Jijina Honored – June 6, 2024
June 6, 2024
Most people who know Cawsie Jijina would agree that he is an inspirational leader with an upbeat spirit. The more challenging a project, the more enthusiastic he is about conquering it. Cawsie is also a fierce proponent of the structural engineering profession and a tireless promoter of its contributions to the built environment. His enthusiasm is infectious and he has “converted” many people to appreciate the value of engineering, to the great benefit of clients, the profession, and the firm.
Recent Promotions at Severud
March 4, 2024The experienced and expert engineering staff at Severud Associates is our most important asset. Therefore, we are proud to announce that Jack Gainey has been elevated to Senior Associate; Andrew J. Aumiller, William Cheng, and Timothy N. Culligan have advanced to Associate; and Carlos E. Abreu, Edward E. DePaola, and Anastasia Shekhter have progressed to Senior Engineer. All of them have demonstrated a deep commitment to their profession and the firm.
Steve Reichwein – Associate Principal
March 4, 2024The experienced and expert engineering staff at Severud Associates is our most important asset. Therefore, we are proud to announce that Stephen Reichwein has been promoted to Associate Principal. Steve has demonstrated a deep commitment to his profession and the firm.
Fortunato Orlando – Senior Associate Principal
March 4, 2024The experienced and expert engineering staff at Severud Associates is our most important asset. Therefore, we are proud to announce that Fortunato Orlando has been promoted to Senior Associate Principal. Fortunato has demonstrated a deep commitment to his profession and the firm.
Brian A. Falconer, PE Honored – September 13, 2023
October 5, 2023When Brian Falconer first moved to New York City in 1990, he was full of dreams, ambition, and confidence. Having successfully completed his college education—first earning a Bachelor of Science in architectural engineering from the University of Kansas in Lawrence and then a Master of Science in civil engineering from the University of Texas at Austin—Brian enthusiastically aspired to obtain every commission, design every building, and draw every detail. He set out to become the favorite engineer of every architect, owner, and professional and trade organization and to achieve, in short, every recognition possible.
Edward M. DePaola, PE, M.ASCE, F.SEI Honored – June 9, 2023
October 5, 2023Most people who have worked with Ed DePaola know that he has an affinity for structural engineering. It first manifested in grade school, with his fascination with buildings and bridges, and developed in college, along with his recognition of how critical computers could be. That led him in 1981 to the structural consulting firm now known as Severud Associates, where he rapidly progressed from junior engineer to President and CEO.
John A. Paulson Center
October 5, 2023March Madness is underway as people carefully update their brackets. And while most are focused on the NCAA Division I basketball games—the Big Dance—tournaments are almost complete in Divisions II and III. It was a good year for the New York University men’s team, who made it to the first round for the first time in seven years. The season was even better for the women’s squad; the Violets advanced as far as the Elite Eight.
Severud Associates Promotions
January 19, 2023The experienced and expert engineering staff at Severud Associates is our most important asset. Therefore, we are proud to announce that Gerry Lourentzatos, Rebecca Milano, and Daniel M. Presburger have been named Associate. All three have demonstrated a deep commitment to their profession and the firm.
Severud Associates Promotions
January 12, 2023The experienced and expert engineering staff at Severud Associates is our most important asset. Therefore, we are proud to announce that Matthew Peitz and Daniel Surrett have been named Associate Principal. Both have demonstrated a deep commitment to their profession and the firm.