Special Projects – Seattle, WA

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1601 5th Avenue, Suite 1300
Seattle, WA 98101

Phone 206.382.0600
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Special Projects – Seattle, WA

KPFF has recognized that there are specialized issues associated with development of some projects, which require unique management and technical skills. The KPFF Special Projects Division was established in 1996 to directly address these types of projects with a unique combination of focused dedication to successful delivery via specialized project managers, a highly qualified technical staff, and a predisposition to think and act innovatively. We provide civil, structural, and mechanical engineering, machinery design, construction management, project management, and planning services on a wide range of project types. Special Projects has offices in Seattle, Tacoma, and Long Beach (CA) with a total of 100+ people.

55

Team Members

1996

Established in
SR 520 Floating Bridge and Landings Design/Build Project

SR 520 Floating Bridge and Landings Design/Build

SR 520 Floating Bridge and Landings Design/Build
SR 520 Floating Bridge and Landings Design/Build
World Surf League Wave Company (WSLWC) Surf Ranch Project

World Surf League Wave Company (WSLWC) Surf Ranch

Colman Dock Multimodal Terminal Redevelopment
Colman Dock Multimodal Terminal Redevelopment
Colman Dock Multimodal Terminal Redevelopment Project

Colman Dock Multimodal Terminal Redevelopment

The Work We Do

Our Seattle Special Projects office was established in 1996 and is located in downtown Seattle in Westlake Center overlooking Elliot Bay.

Our work generally consists of the management and design of heavy civil, structural, industrial, and waterfront infrastructure throughout the US. We are frequently tasked with solving unusual, multi-discipline challenges that require an innovative and team-oriented approach, working with clients including the Ports of Seattle, Tacoma, Everett, WSDOT, Shipyards, Contractors and various municipalities.

Travis Couch EIT
Travis Couch EIT

Introducing Travis Couch EIT

Special Projects – Seattle, WA

With my Bachelors degree from California Polytechnic University Pomona in Urban, and Regional Planning and my Master's degree from California State University, Fullerton in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, I have over 15 years of Transportation Engineering experience. I have lived in Southern California most of my life, but I also lived in Baltimore, MD. I am a fan of football and I enjoy playing basketball, going on hikes, and cooking.

Ali Khansefid PhD
Ali Khansefid PhD

Introducing Ali Khansefid PhD

Special Projects – Seattle, WA

Ali, originally from Tehran, has multiple degrees (BS/MS/Ph.D.) in the field of Civil Structural/Earthquake Engineering from the Sharif University of Technology. He has worked in both the engineering industry and academia. Ali previously worked as a senior lecturer/researcher at KNTU and Technical University of Munich in the field of structural/earthquake engineering by publishing several books and papers. Ali spends his leisure time traveling, hiking, playing volleyball, and soccer.

Robert Thomas EIT
Robert Thomas EIT

Introducing Robert Thomas EIT

Special Projects – Seattle, WA

I grew up in the Seattle area and later moved to N. Carolina where I obtained a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from North Carolina A&T -Aggie Pride! I am a married father of three and enjoy reading and staying active both inside and outside. I am excited to return to the Pacific Northwest from the East Coast as I miss Seattle's coffee. Being an engineer allows me to continuously learn and grow. I value being self-motivated, working in diverse teams, and having a clear sense of purpose.

Devon James
Devon James

Introducing Devon James

Special Projects – Seattle, WA

I'm originally from Long Island, NY, but moved to WA in 2017 to pursue a career in education. I received my BA in English from Alfred University, and my Master's in Education from the University of Washington. After 4 years of teaching 6th grade math and science, I decided to dig into my new toolbox of skills and branch out into the corporate world. I am so excited to be working as a Project Coordinator with KPFF. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my Rottweiler Lexi, cooking and hiking.

Leadership

Leadership

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