Robert C. Giles, PE, RS

President

Bob is the founder and President of Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. He has more than 25 years of combined experience in environmental engineering, reserve studies, building assessments, structural evaluations, design, site drainage, and construction monitoring.

It’s hard to summarize Bob’s long resume of commercial real estate due diligence services. He has performed property condition assessments and Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments on more than a thousand properties, including 30+ story buildings, medical complexes, one million+ square foot light industrial facilities, 250+ unit apartment complexes, historic buildings, and large tracts of undeveloped land.

Bob is starting his road to retirement by scaling back his hours in 2022. However, he intends to stay actively involved with the company by working with the staff and long-term clients. Bob enjoys golfing, long hikes, and watching college football and basketball. Bob and his wife are very active in their local church and enjoy volunteering.

Professional Designations:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE): North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia
• Reserve Specialist (RS), awarded by the Community Association’s Institute (CAI)

Education: 

BS, Engineering, Duke University

Professional Designations:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE): North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia
• Reserve Specialist (RS) – Community Association’s Institute (CAI)

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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Kevin R. Giles, RS

Director of Operations

Kevin joined Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. in 2010. Kevin has more than ten years of experience in commercial and residential construction management, building material manufacturing, and safety and environmental oversight. Over the last decade, he has utilized his business management background and technical experience to work with several hundred community associations on reserve studies, transition studies, and construction management. Kevin has also assisted with numerous commercial real estate evaluations, including cost segregation studies, property condition assessments, and phase 1 environmental site assessments. These studies address a range of contaminants, including petroleum products, hazardous materials in construction materials, and compliance with building codes, ADA regulations, and mechanical, electrical, and structural integrity issues. Kevin has a broad range of experience, including building material manufacturing, commercial building renovation and construction, commercial building maintenance, and residential construction and renovation.  

Kevin currently serves as a Board Member of the North Carolina Chapter of Community Associations Institute (CAI-NC). 

Kevin was born and raised in North Carolina. He is a husband and father to two daughters. His family is all very involved with their church. He is a runner and enjoys his workouts with F3 South Cary. 

Education:

BS, Business Management, Finance, and Operations concentration, North Carolina State University. 

Professional Designations:

Reserve Specialist (RS) – Community Association’s Institute (CAI)

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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Christopher Flythe, PE, RS

Principal Engineer

Chris joined Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. as a Principal in 2012. He has over 15 years of infrastructure design and inspection for residential, commercial, and institutional projects. Chris has performed numerous reserve studies and transition studies for townhomes, condominium complexes, high-rise residential units, single-family homes, and mixed-use developments. His due diligence experience includes property condition assessments, Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments, and site/civil engineering services. Chris also has experience performing drainage, asphalt and concrete paving evaluations, design and specifications development, bidding, and construction monitoring projects for a wide range of properties. His land development experience is invaluable for helping owners with complex drainage and/or erosion concerns. He has helped hundreds of property owners by providing forensic engineering, structural evaluations, and design services. During his early career, Chris designed prestressed concrete and steel girder bridges and provided inspections and evaluations of timber, concrete, and steel bridges. In addition to his extensive engineering experience, he also provides expert witness and support services for capital reserve and site/civil engineering-related litigation.

Chris is a North Carolina native, husband, and father of two daughters and one son. He and his family are involved with their church and desire to live a life of service in response to the Gospel. Chris enjoys CrossFit workouts with his wife, coaching soccer for his daughters, and riding dirt bikes with his son. He has served on the Cary Christian School Board for the last decade. Chris is passionate about learning and researching. He enjoys mentoring the incredible team he works with while gaining just as much knowledge from the talented engineers around him.

Education: 

BS, Construction Engineering and Management, North Carolina State University

Professional Designations:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE): North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Virginia, and Tennessee
• Reserve Specialist (RS) – Community Association’s Institute (CAI)
• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Accredited Professional (AP)
• Certified Stormwater BMP Inspection & Maintenance Professional – certified by The North Carolina Cooperative Extension.

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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Tyler Hall, MCE, PE, RS

Charlotte Regional Engineering Manager

Tyler joined Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. in 2014 as Project Engineer. He has over 15 years of combined experience in facility design, construction administration, and special inspections. He has provided engineering and consultation on many projects and has been responsible for developing construction documentation on many sites. He has experience performing structural assessments on existing commercial buildings and structural design on new commercial buildings. Additionally, Tyler has experience in structural assessments for residential buildings and structural design for new and existing residential buildings. He has also performed cost segregation studies for various commercial real estate properties and numerous capital reserves studies for community associations.

Tyler is a North Carolina native and started in the Raleigh office. When Giles Flythe Engineers was looking for someone to open their Charlotte branch, Tyler raised his hand. Tyler has been the Charlotte Regional Engineering manager since 2017 when the office opened, and we continue to see that office grow. 

Tyler is a husband and father to four sons and three daughters.  He enjoys taking the family camping, hiking, fishing, and creating other opportunities to teach his kids life skills through building and renovation projects.  Tyler has served on the Building Committee at his church, assisting with the design and ongoing construction of their new facility.  He is always willing to lend expertise and collaborate on projects with engineers across all offices.   

Education: 

BS, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering concentration, North Carolina State University

Master’s, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, and Mechanics concentration, North Carolina State University

Professional Designations:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE): North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Illinois, Texas, Tennessee, New York, and Massachusetts
• Reserve Specialist (RS), awarded by the Community Association’s Institute (CAI)

Location: 

Charlotte, North Carolina

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Zach Shepherd, PE, RS

Virginia Regional Engineering Manager

Zach joined Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. in 2019 as a Project Manager. Zach relocated to the Virginia Beach area in 2021 to help start a new church and open the Giles Flythe Engineers Virginia Beach office. Zach has extensive experience in structural and forensic engineering. Zach has provided engineering and consultation services for various commercial and residential projects of varying sizes and scope. He has primary expertise in the fields of property inspections and structural forensic engineering throughout North Carolina and Virginia. In addition to structural inspections and evaluations, Zach has experience in residential design in new home construction for single-family and townhome structures. He has also completed numerous phase 1 environmental site assessments and property condition assessments for various existing commercial and industrial facilities in Virginia and North Carolina.

Zach is a native of North Carolina, husband, and father of three daughters, with a passion for loving his wife extraordinarily and raising children that will change the world. Zach enjoys being outside and doing pretty much anything fitness-related. He and his family are involved with their church, serving on the local college campus, and enjoy sharing meals with others in their home.

Education:

BS, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering concentration, North Carolina State University

Professional Designations:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE): Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Alabama, and Delaware
• Reserve Specialist (RS) – Community Association’s Institute (CAI)

Location: 

Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Richard S. Holt, PE, RS

Regional Engineering Manager

While in college, Richard was an intern with Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. and rejoined the team in 2021 after relocating back to the Raleigh area from Boone, North Carolina. Richard has several years of experience conducting structural evaluations for residential and commercial properties and structural engineering design of new commercial and residential structures. In addition to evaluations and design of commercial and residential structures, Richard has experience in engineering design of large foundations, retaining walls, heavy timber, pedestrian bridges, and roadway bridges.

Richard has performed numerous reserve studies and transition studies for condominiums, townhomes, and single-family home communities, as well as office complexes, timeshares, churches, and schools. Additionally, Richard has experience performing replacement cost evaluations, drainage evaluations, stormwater BMP inspections, structural inspections, paving inspections, and building envelope inspections for community HOA’s.
Richard also performs property condition assessments and Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments for a wide array of properties, from undeveloped land to shopping centers to hotels. These studies address a range of building system and environmental concerns including potential structural, mechanical, electrical, and accessibility issues and the probability of the presence of potentially hazardous substances on a property. 

Richard is a North Carolina native. After graduation, he spent some time in Boone, North Carolina, but his wife and their two dogs made their way to Raleigh for a few years, then to Wilmington to open the Giles Flythe Engineers Wilmington office. Richard enjoys the outdoors, as he spends most of his free time hiking, fishing, camping, and hunting. He and his wife also enjoy summer gardening and traveling whenever possible.

Education: 

BS, Civil Engineering, North Carolina State University 

Professional Designations:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE): North Carolina, South Carolina 
• Reserve Specialist (RS) – Community Association’s Institute (CAI)
• Certified Stormwater BMP Inspection & Maintenance Professional – certified by the North Carolina State BAE Department

Location:

Wilmington, North Carolina

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Brent Blackburn, PE

Project Manager

Brent joined Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. in 2015 as a Project Manager. He has more than 15 years of experience in designing, engineering, and analyzing building systems for residential, commercial, and industrial facilities, including single and multi-family homes, hospitals, office complexes, and academic institutions. Brent’s formal education was focused on building specific engineering disciplines with an emphasis on structures and included electrical, mechanical, and plumbing components. In addition to design and analysis, Brent has spent a significant portion of his career in the field reviewing engineered systems’ installation to ensure they comply with the design specifications and drawings. He has performed structural assessments for various existing building types and systems to help determine the magnitude of potential structural defects in framing and foundations. He uses his field experience to help identify sources of deterioration, settlement, and other deficiencies and subsequently designs and compiles solutions to help restore the integrity of the system. 

Brent also performs property condition assessments and Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments for a wide array of properties, from undeveloped land to 750,000+ square foot industrial facilities. These studies address a range of building system and environmental concerns including potential structural, mechanical, electrical, and accessibility issues and the probability of the presence of potentially hazardous substances on a property.

Brent is originally from Kansas but has been a North Carolina resident since 2004. He and his wife are parents to two boys with whom they spend a great deal of time at the soccer fields, camping, and exploring the numerous places of interest in and around the state. 

Education:

• BS, Architectural Engineering, Kansas State University

Professional Designations:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE): North Carolina, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, Ohio, and Washington 
• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Accredited Professional (AP)
• Certified Stormwater BMP Inspection & Maintenance Professional – certified by the North Carolina State BAE Department

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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Andrew Crook, MCE, PE, RS

Project Manager

Andrew joined Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. in 2017 when he relocated to the Raleigh-Durham area.  He has over ten years of progressive experience in civil and structural engineering.  He has provided engineering and consultation services for various commercial, industrial, and residential projects of varying size and scope, across different engineering disciplines, including structural forensic engineering, structural design, geotechnical, and environmental engineering.

Andrew has extensive experience in structural forensic engineering evaluations of existing buildings and facilities with varying levels of damage, including concrete deterioration, corroding steel, waterproofing failures, and distress due to design or construction flaws.  Much of this forensic experience utilizes nondestructive evaluation techniques including ground penetrating radar and other specialized equipment, to gain additional information about the structure.

Andrew also performs due diligence inspections, including property condition assessments, Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments, and reserve studies for community associations and facility management teams. Andrew also has experience in geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing in field and laboratory settings.

Andrew is a native of South Carolina with roots in Cary. He currently resides in Hillsborough with his wife and son. Andrew has been a classical guitarist for 25 years and enjoys tinkering in his garage. In high school, he was an exchange student in Kalmar, Sweden.

Education:

• BS, Design [Architecture], Clemson University 
• Master’s, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, and Mechanics concentration, North Carolina State University

Professional Designations:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE): North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, and Georgia
• Reserve Specialist (RS) – Community Association’s Institute (CAI)
• Certified Stormwater BMP Inspection & Maintenance Professional – certified by the North Carolina State BAE Department

Location: 

Cary, North Carolina

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Tyler Royster, PE, RS

Project Manager

Tyler joined Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. in 2021 after working for several years in the commercial construction field. He currently serves as an Engineer Officer in the North Carolina Army National Guard. His current position is as an assistant operations officer for the 505th Engineer Battalion.

Tyler has extensive experience in forensic structural evaluations for residential and commercial properties. Tyler has performed numerous reserve studies for townhomes, condominium complexes, and single-family home communities. He has also conducted many roofing inspections of existing structures as well as construction administration on roof replacement, siding replacement, and building painting projects. Tyler has also performed draw request inspections for several construction projects, including verification that the work completed meets or exceeds the funding request made by the contractor at different stages throughout the project.

Tyler is a Florida native and comes from generations of military service. When Tyler is not working, he enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and two dogs.

Education: 

BS, Construction Engineering and Management, Mechanical concentration, North Carolina State University 

Professional Designations:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE): North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire
• Reserve Specialist (RS) – Community Association’s Institute (CAI)

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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Matt Carroll, PE, RS

Project Manager

Matt was an intern with Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. before joining the staff full-time after obtaining his degree from North Carolina State University. Matt served as a Combat Engineer in the United States Marine Corps for four years. He spent most of his time in the military supervising and delegating tasks in vertical construction projects. He also prepared safety classes to inform and maintain safety in the work environment.

Matt has extensive experience in forensic structural evaluations for residential and commercial properties. He has provided structural engineering design for upfits and additions of existing commercial and residential structures as well as new structures. Matt has performed several property condition assessments for commercial buildings and has performed numerous reserve studies and transition studies for townhomes, condominium complexes, single-family homes, high-rise residential units, and mixed-use developments. He has also conducted hundreds of exterior building inspections including roofing and facade of existing structures as well as construction administration on roof, siding, window, balcony coating, and sealant replacement projects and on building painting/coating projects. Matt has also performed draw request inspections for several construction projects, including verification that the work completed meets or exceeds the funding request made by the contractor at different stages throughout the project.

Education: 

BS, Civil Engineering, North Carolina State University 

AS, Engineering, Wake Technical Community College

Professional Designations:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE): North Carolina
• Reserve Specialist (RS) – Community Association’s Institute (CAI)

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

John Greis, PE, MCE, RS

Project Manager

John joined Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. in early 2022 and has over 15 years of engineering experience. His experience involves planning, managing, and executing complex geotechnical engineering projects, including deep foundation load testing programs and sinkhole evaluations. John also has forensic experience involving settlement-related structural distress and has developed ground improvement and repair plans for soils affected by karst activity. He has also completed numerous reserve studies and building evaluations for multi-family residential properties. In these evaluations, all aspects of the buildings and site are evaluated, including the condition and estimated useful life of site drainage systems, stormwater retention ponds, asphalt paved parking lots and streets, concrete curb and gutter systems, concrete flatwork, site amenities (playgrounds, pools, tennis courts, etc.), building roofs and exterior envelopes, electrical, mechanical, plumbing systems, and interior finishes of common buildings.

John, a Florida native, relocated to Raleigh, North Carolina, with his wife and three children in 2017. When his three kids are not keeping him busy, John enjoys the outdoors and leisure time with his family. His favorite activities include cross-fit style workouts and mountain biking through the western North Carolina mountains. He and his family are active members of their local church and die-hard Tampa Bay Lightning fans.

Education: 

BS, Civil Engineering, University of Florida

MS, Civil Engineering, University of Florida 

Professional Designations:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE): North Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Virginia, Texas, and Washington, DC
• Certified Stormwater BMP Inspection & Maintenance Professional – certified by the North Carolina State BAE Department
• Reserve Specialist (RS) – Community Association’s Institute (CAI)

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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Mason Bumgarner, PE

Project Manager

Mason is a licensed professional engineer who works in our Charlotte office. After graduation, Mason spent several years of his career in the North Carolina high country, where he managed and performed residential and commercial structural assessments. He also has extensive structural design experience, including deck and framing, heavy timber, and foundation design. Mason has worked on remodeling plans, full house framing and foundation plans, and NCDOT bridge inspections. Now back in Charlotte, Mason is focusing on performing reserve studies, structural site inspections, and both new and remodeling design projects, bringing a wealth of knowledge to these projects.

Mason lives in a small town in the foothills of the mountains with his wife and dog. Mason spends as much time as he can outdoors, either hunting or fishing. He tinkers around on automotive projects in his spare time.

Education: 

BS, Civil Engineering, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Minor Mathematics

Professional Designations:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE): North Carolina, South Carolina

Location:

Charlotte, North Carolina

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Kyle Hedblom, MSAE, EI

Project Engineer

Kyle joined Giles Flythe Engineers after graduating from Milwaukee School of Engineering with a Master of Science in Architectural Engineering focusing on structural systems. Kyle has experience working on a multitude of residential and commercial structural design projects, specifically foundation and wood design. Kyle has worked on existing building renovations such as residential additions, wall removals, and historic structure rehabilitation. He also has experience working on large-scale commercial projects focusing on steel and masonry construction.

Kyle grew up in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and relocated to Raleigh, North Carolina, after graduation. He has always loved sports, as Kyle played NCAA Lacrosse for five years at the Milwaukee School of Engineering. He also enjoys following many sports teams and is interested in sports analytics. His favorite sports team is the Minnesota Vikings. Kyle lives an active lifestyle with a love for the outdoors and exploring new areas.

Education: 

BS, Architectural Engineering, Milwaukee School of Engineering
MS, Architectural Engineering, Milwaukee School of Engineering

Professional Designations:

Engineer Intern Certification  

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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Brandon Smith, PE

Project Manager

Brandon is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Virginia with experience in water resources engineering. His background includes storm drain system design, stormwater management facility design, hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, erosion and sediment control, report development, and regulatory compliance.

Prior to joining Giles Flythe Engineers, Brandon worked extensively on municipal, state, and private-sector projects. His experience in stormwater BMP design, MS4/TMDL compliance, and drainage solutions provides valuable insight for clients seeking to mitigate site drainage issues, assess infrastructure needs, and plan for long-term capital improvements.

Brandon has led drainage design efforts for various major infrastructure projects, including roadway improvements, commercial developments, and stormwater management retrofits. He specializes in providing practical, cost-effective stormwater management solutions that align with regulatory requirements while enhancing site functionality and sustainability.

Born and raised in Gettysburg, PA, Brandon gained a diverse perspective by living in several different areas before ultimately making Virginia Beach his home. He takes full advantage of the region’s rich outdoor offerings, from coastal trails to watersports, and enjoys staying active through club sports.

Education: 

BS, Civil Engineering, Water Resources concentration, The Pennsylvania State University 

Professional Designations:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE): Virginia, North Carolina
• Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional (CBLP)

Location:

Virginia Beach, Virginia

W. Harrison Welch, PE

Project Manager

Harrison joined Giles Flythe Engineers in 2025, bringing several years of experience with residential and commercial inspections, as well as design of structural repairs. His inspection experience encompasses structural elements from the top of the roof to the bottom of the footing and includes assessments of retaining walls, decks, and barns.  He has designed retrofit foundation reinforcement for vertical and lateral loads, framing repairs for damage from impact events (such as fire, tree and car impact), simple wall removal renovations, and complete house remodels.  Harrison is passionate about helping clients understand the “why” behind his evaluations and designs. He enjoys working with contractors to develop the most efficient solution to a problem.

A native of Snow Hill, North Carolina, Harrison is the son of two math teachers and has always enjoyed solving problems.  His early fascination with building—thanks to Legos and Lincoln Logs—naturally led him to a career in civil engineering. A third-generation North Carolina State University graduate, he holds a B.S. degree in Civil Engineering. His primary loves are Jesus, his wife, daughter, and dog. He enjoys serving others, creating art out of wood, cooking, working out, and laughing with friends.

Education: 

BS, Civil Engineering, North Carolina State University 

Professional Designations:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE): North Carolina, Tennessee 
• Certified Stormwater BMP Inspection & Maintenance Professional – certified by the North Carolina State BAE Department

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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Diego Enzensperger, PE

Project Manager

Diego is a licensed Professional Engineer based in our Cary, NC office. Originally from Texas, he earned his civil engineering degree from Oklahoma State University. Diego began his career in Oklahoma, gaining valuable experience in land development and public infrastructure. He specializes in site layout, grading, and drainage, with a portfolio that includes mixed-use, single-family, and multifamily developments. His work has also involved significant public infrastructure improvements, including utilities, roadways, and drainage systems.

In addition to his engineering background, Diego has hands-on experience as a self-employed contractor in construction and fabrication. His projects have included metal buildings, steel balconies, staircases, railings, pipe fencing, and custom gates. At Giles Flythe Engineers, Diego supports clients through a range of services, including property condition assessments, Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, reserve and transition studies, and pond management assessments.

Outside of engineering, Diego is pursuing a Master of Divinity at Shepherds Theological Seminary. He is actively involved in his church and community, passionate about sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. In his free time, he enjoys the outdoors, working with his hands, and spending time with family and friends.

Education: 

BS, Civil Engineering, Oklahoma State University 

Professional Designations:

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE): Oklahoma, North Carolina  

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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Isaac Wood, PE

Project Manager

Isaac is a licensed Professional Engineer working in our Charlotte office. Issac brings several years of experience in site civil design. He has worked on a variety of projects ranging from military facilities to water and wastewater treatment plants, as well as municipal and park projects. With an emphasis on paving and drainage, Isaac has led designs that included water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer systems. He also has experience working with ADA guidelines and accessibility considerations. His background in site infrastructure and civil systems brings a valuable perspective to his work evaluating existing properties and community infrastructure.

Isaac is an Idaho native who loves the outdoors. Camping, hiking, and skiing have always been a big part of his life. Now living in Charlotte, he enjoys exploring the region’s outdoor opportunities with his family, from nearby trails and parks to weekend trips in the mountains. Isaac is also a marathon runner and hopes to one day achieve his goal of running a marathon in every state.

Education:

BS, Civil Engineering, Idaho State University

Professional Designations:

Professional Engineer License (PE): North Carolina  

Location:

Charlotte, North Carolina

Graham Wilkins, EI

Project Engineer

Graham joined Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. full-time after previously serving as an intern while earning his degree from North Carolina State University. He has experience performing structural inspections and evaluations for residential properties. He has worked on a wide range of structural design projects, including renovations and additions to existing commercial and residential buildings, as well as new residential construction. Graham has worked closely with homeowners and general contractors. He has completed numerous reserve studies for townhomes, condominium complexes, single-family homes, high-rise residential units, and mixed-use developments. His experience also includes exterior building inspections, such as roofing and façade evaluations, as well as construction administration services for roof, siding, window, balcony coating, sealant replacement, and building painting and coating projects.

A Raleigh native, Graham is an avid golfer and enjoys staying active through fitness and recreational softball. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family and friends and cheering on the NC State Wolfpack at sporting events. He has also served as a Church Youth Leader for several years.

Education:

BS, Civil Engineering, North Carolina State University

Professional Designations:

Engineer Intern Certification  

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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Joshua Gale, EI

Project Engineer

Josh has provided structural inspection and design services for a wide range of new and existing light-framed buildings, including several historical repair projects.  His experience includes working with property owners, homeowner associations, real estate agents, architects, builders, and contractors. Josh has performed numerous reserve and transition studies for residential communities and commercial office condominiums. Josh is working toward obtaining his Professional Engineering (PE) license and his Reserve Specialist (RS) designation.

Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, Josh attended college in Utah before relocating to North Carolina to join the Giles Flythe team. He is a devoted husband and a father of two children. He and his wife love playing team sports and doing anything outdoors, but mainly enjoy being at home with family. They each spent several years volunteering full-time at their church to help those in need and continue to serve where they can.

Education: 

BS, Civil Engineering, Utah Valley University

Professional Designations:

• Engineering Intern Certification
• Certified Stormwater BMP Inspection & Maintenance Professional – certified by the North Carolina State BAE Department

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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Evan Rimer, EI

Project Engineer

Evan interned with Giles Flythe Engineers in our Charlotte office before joining the Raleigh office full-time after graduating from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Evan comes with over six years of residential and custom home construction experience. As a laborer for the family custom home construction company, Evan grew up working on foundations, framing, roofing, and finish materials. While obtaining his degree, Evan performed a two-rotation co-op for a heavy civil construction company, working on public construction projects. Evan has experience in residential structural inspections and evaluations for residential properties.  He has worked on numerous structural design projects ranging from the design of renovations and additions of existing commercial and residential structures to new residential structures. Evan’s experience also includes exterior building inspections, such as roofing and façade evaluations, as well as construction administration services for roof, siding, window, balcony coating, sealant replacement, and building painting and coating projects. Throughout his career, Evan has worked with homeowners, real estate agents, and general contractors. Evan is currently working towards obtaining his professional engineering license.

Evan grew up in Lake Lure, North Carolina, before moving to Charlotte for college. He continues to call North Carolina home with his wife and dog.  Evan loves spending time outdoors and playing different sports as much as possible. He also enjoys spending time with friends and family.

Education: 

BS, Civil Engineering, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Professional Designations:

Engineer Intern Certification  

Location:

Charlotte, North Carolina

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Collin Vaughan, EI

Project Engineer

Collin has a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, specializing in structural design, from Virginia Tech, along with a minor in Geographic Information Systems. Collin has completed numerous design projects, calculating lateral and gravity loads, as well as the strength of connections between various concrete components for parking garages and muti-level data center structures. He also performed structural inspections on existing pre-cast concrete structures, overseeing damage remediations and providing repair recommendations. Collin also has experience working on steel joist and girder designs for steel canopies. Collin has experience with residential structural inspections and evaluations.

Collin relocated to Raleigh for the position with Giles Flythe Engineers. He is originally from the outskirts of Richmond, Virginia. Collin has developed a deep appreciation for the great outdoors and is excited to continue exploring in his new North Carolina home. When he’s not hard at work, you can often find Collin hitting the hiking trails, chasing after a soccer ball, or avidly following the fortunes of his favorite college football team. Collin has a passion for woodworking, using his skilled hands to design and construct an array of beautiful and functional pieces ranging from simple wall shelves to intricate keepsake boxes and sturdy tables. Collin remains committed to his roots, regularly returning to Virginia to lend his leadership experience to a Scouting course he has taught for many years.

Education: 

BS, Civil Engineering, Structural Concentration, Minor in Geographic Information Systems, Virginia Tech

Professional Designations:

Engineer Intern Certification  

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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Brett Overvold, EI

Project Engineer

Brett obtained his Civil Engineering degree from North Dakota State University. Growing up in Minnesota, he began his career in construction as a laborer, gaining hands-on experience in a variety of trades, including light residential framing, concrete work, interior remodels, and residential exteriors. Brett has worked with home builders and general contractors on new and existing construction projects, further honing his expertise.
Brett expanded his skillset through internships in structural design, working on residential and commercial buildings, as well as projects involving steel beam replacements and overloaded trusses. He also has experience designing bridges but always felt a passion for vertical structures, primarily residential and light commercial. Brett is currently working towards obtaining his professional engineering license.
Over the years Brett developed a knack for working on small engines and performing repairs on various powersports machines. In addition to bringing life back to inoperable equipment, Brett also recognizes his own need for proper maintenance. He can often be found in the gym, or in the kitchen developing new recipes to support his nutritional health. Brett also volunteers with the Wake Med Foundation and makes time for outdoor activities that connects him with nature.

Education: 

BS, Civil Engineering, North Dakota State University

Professional Designations:

Engineer Intern Certification  

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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Colson Teal, EI

Project Engineer

Colson graduated from North Carolina State University with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, concentrating in structural engineering. Since entering the field, he has completed a wide range of residential and commercial projects, including forensic investigations, structural repair designs, and new construction plans. His experience also includes numerous framing inspections for multi-family developments, giving him a comprehensive understanding of building performance from the ground up.

Colson was born and raised in the town of Creedmoor, North Carolina. Colson developed a passion for solving complex problems early on, a passion that naturally led him to the field of engineering. He is committed to professional growth and enthusiastic about delivering thoughtful, well-engineered solutions on every project. Outside of work, Colson is passionate about deepening his reverence for God, serving at his church, playing pickleball, and spending quality time with friends.

Education: 

BS, Civil Engineering, North Carolina State University

Professional Designations:

Engineer Intern Certification  

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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Ryan Henson, EI

Project Engineer

Ryan interned with Giles Flythe Engineers before joining the Raleigh office full-time after graduating from North Carolina State University. He brings over five years of residential and commercial construction experience. Growing up working as a laborer for his family’s homebuilding company, Ryan gained hands-on experience in a variety of trades, including framing, plumbing, and finish work. Ryan has experience working with a commercial general contractor, where he developed experience in rough-in code compliance inspections and utility planning. Ryan has performed numerous structural inspections for residential properties. Ryan is currently working toward his Professional Engineering license.

Originally from Hickory, North Carolina, Ryan enjoys the mountains and the premier East Coast snowboarding they offer. Outside of work, he enjoys fishing, playing golf, and participating in recreational sports such as soccer and softball. Ryan is also a barbecue enthusiast and a dedicated Carolina Panthers fan.

Education: 

BS, Construction Engineering, North Carolina State University

Professional Designations:

Engineer Intern Certification  

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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Nikki Orie

Recruiting & Marketing Manager

Nikki joined the team in 2022 in a newly created position with the company. With an engineering background, Nikki can “speak engineer” to those candidates or clients. Her role with Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. is managing all recruiting efforts, including internships, university and campus recruiting, and outreach. She also oversees marketing and business development efforts for the company. While her background is diverse, spending half of her career in a technical role, her path ultimately led her to a career in human resources and recruitment marketing.

Nikki relocated to Raleigh in 2017 with her husband and dog. You can typically find her on the pickleball courts or in the North Carolina mountains. Nikki also enjoys hiking, mountain biking, golf and spending time with friends and family. 

Education: 

BS, Civil Engineering, University of Pittsburgh 

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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Megan Pennington

Office Manager

Megan Pennington joined the team in 2024 as Office Manager. Originally from the Gulf Coast of Southwest Florida, she relocated to Raleigh after graduating from college. With over 15 years of experience in client relations, operations management, and administrative support, Megan plays a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the office.

Megan holds a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Central Florida and has developed a broad range of skills across various administrative roles. Her career spans managing operations in wholesale distribution, supporting nonprofit organizations, and serving as client concierge and office manager for a local wealth management firm. In addition to her client-facing responsibilities, Megan was also tasked with coordinating meetings for a team of financial advisors, ensuring clear communication, and facilitating timely follow-ups.

Outside of work, Megan enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, whether traveling, relaxing at the beach or lake, walking the family dog, or caring for the dogs she pet-sits. She is also dedicated to giving back to her community, with volunteer work that includes contributions to the Girl Scouts, The Food Bank of North Carolina, and regular blood donations through the Rex Blood Plan and The Blood Connection.

Education: 

BA, Social Work – University of Central Florida

Location:

Cary, North Carolina

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