Adam Kaczmarek has been with Cates Engineering since July 2011. He graduated with a Bachelor of Architectural Engineering with a focus in structural systems from The Pennsylvania State University in May 2011. His studies focused on the structural design of buildings that successfully integrate structure, environmental systems, and architecture.
He has a strong background in statics, dynamics, materials, design, and analysis techniques. Additional courses included geotechnical and foundation engineering, surveying, residential and wood design, and advanced concrete and steel design.
In the summer of 2010, Adam had a structural engineering internship with Atlantic Engineering Services, a structural consulting firm located in Pittsburgh, PA. While there, he gained valuable experience assisting senior structural engineers in the design of minor structural features of building projects. In the summer of 2009, Adam participated in Sede di Roma, Penn State’s study abroad program in Rome, Italy. This 12-credit, 7 week program was an intense academic, cultural, and maturing experience which allowed him to gain an Architectural Studies Minor.
Currently, Adam is a Project Manager with experience in management and design of numerous projects from initial proposal through the completion of the project. He has experience with an array of projects including mid-rise concrete and steel structures, multi-family residential, mixed-use, clubhouses and custom homes. Adam has a strong familiarity with a wide range of construction types including wood, concrete, steel and masonry. He is a team player with demonstrated ability to quickly understand and adapt to job requirements and changing technology. His talent for working together as a team and as an individual, organizational skills, and problem solving techniques are some of his notable attributes. He continues to further his knowledge of current design methods, technology and products by attending numerous seminars and/or group sessions.
In addition to his academics at Penn State, Adam was a member of the Penn State Division 2 Hockey team where he assisted the team to reach National Tournaments as well as demonstrated his work ethic, leadership, and time management. Currently, he remains actively involved in multiple adult hockey leagues in the DC area. Mr. Adam received his EIT certification in April 2011 and continues to gain practical experience and work towards his licensure as a PE.