Leadership
MEET OUR PEOPLE
Tina Meskel, PE
President & Founder
Rodney Mank, PE
Vice President
Brett Harbison, PE
Director of Geotechnical Engineering
Kelly Marshall, PE
Director of Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI)
David Gordinier, PE
Director of Construction Materials Testing
Director of Client Development
Samuel “Wes“ Cothran Jr.
Lab Manager
Jamie Oehmann
HR Manager
About Tina
Tina is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Florida and Georgia with 30 years of experience in geotechnical engineering consulting and subsurface investigation services. More than 25 of these years have been spent in practice in Florida and Georgia.
Tina supports small business as a member of the FES / ACES Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) subcommittee. At the local level, she is a trustee of the Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce and serves on the Jacksonville Small and Emerging Business (JSEB) Monitoring Committee as an appointee of the Jacksonville City Council.
Tina holds a BS degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh, and a Master of Business Administration from the University of North Florida. She founded MAE in 2008 as a one-person consulting firm and, with the help of an amazing team, has grown it to a 30+ person company with more than $5M in yearly revenue.
Tina is Founder, President and Principal Engineer at MAE.
Education
- University of Pittsburgh, BS, Civil Engineering
- University of North Florida, MBA, Business Administration
About Rodney
Rodney is a Professional Engineer licensed in Florida and Georgia with over 30 years’ experience in geotechnical engineering consulting and subsurface investigation services.
Rodney’s expertise includes directing geotechnical site explorations and preparing foundation design recommendations for a variety of civil design projects, from roadways to residential sites.
Rodney is heavily involved in the Florida Engineering Society as a fellow and State Director for the FES Northeast Chapter.
Rodney obtained a BS degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Florida and a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of South Florida.
Rodney is Vice President and Principal Engineer at MAE.
Education
- University of Florida, BS, Civil Engineering
- University of South Florida, MBA, Business Administration
About Brett
Brett is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with more than 14 years of field, laboratory, and geotechnical analysis experience on public and private projects throughout Florida.
As MAE's Director of Geotechnical Services, Brett leads a team of engineers, drillers, field technicians, CAD personnel and administrative staff to complete all geotechnical projects, including planning, field explorations, laboratory testing, engineering analysis and reporting. Since joining MAE in 2017, he has successfully completed more than $9M in geotechnical services for our clients including the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), City of Jacksonville, JEA, JTA and many prime engineering and consulting clients in NE Florida.
Brett is experienced in both Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build FDOT project delivery methods. As a Certified Smartpile EDC System user, he has provided dynamic load testing services on numerous pre-stressed, pre-cast concrete driven piles on bridge foundation construction projects throughout Florida.
Education
- Florida State University, BS, Civil Engineering
About Kelly
Kelly Marshall is a professional in the field of Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI), license in the state of Florida. Her CEI career began in 2010, and since then her responsibilities have included roadway widening, milling and resurfacing, bridge replacement, drainage improvements, shallow and deep foundations, signalization and lighting improvements, guardrail installations, signing and pavement markings, as well as the construction of gravity walls and concrete flatwork, including curb and gutter, sidewalks, and ADA ramps.
Kelly currently serves as the Director of CEI Services at MAE, where she oversees teams of engineers and inspectors, ensuring the seamless execution of CEI projects. Her responsibilities span a wide range, including contract administration, progress monitoring, final estimates, contract modifications, CPM scheduling reviews, and effective supervision of inspection staff.
Kelly holds a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from the University of North Florida, combining her academic knowledge with practical experience to deliver exceptional results and uphold industry standards at MAE.
About David
David is a highly experienced geotechnical and construction materials testing engineer with over 20 years of expertise in materials testing and Quality Control and Quality Assurance. He holds his professional engineering license in Florida and Virginia
Throughout his career, David has demonstrated proficiency in both technical and managerial aspects of construction materials testing for commercial, industrial warehouses, public works, transportation and residential projects. His geotechnical engineering experience includes the design of shallow foundations, deep foundations, rigid and flexible pavements, slope stability analysis, and earthwork design recommendations. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Old Dominion University, providing him with a strong educational background to support his practical knowledge.
As the Director of Construction Materials Testing at MEA, David leads a team of construction inspectors and engineering technicians to complete all inspection and testing projects that can include estimating costs for construction materials, management of field inspectors and technicians, and assisting clients and contractors to resolve issues encountered during construction.
About Wes
Wes Cothran is the Laboratory Manager at MAE and has more than 20 years of experience and knowledge of laboratory testing procedures through ASTM, AASHTO and USACE specifications. He holds multiple CTQP and ACI certifications.
He is responsible for personnel training, certification, supervision, and all day-to-day operations in the laboratory, communications with clients. He is also responsible for the accreditation of the laboratory through CMEC and the USACE.
His extensive experience includes interpreting City and County Specifications as well as the FDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, FDOT Job Guide Schedule (JGS), and the FDOT Sampling and Testing Reporting Guide (STRG).
About Brandy
Brandy Bullington has 9 years of experience in sales and the AEC industry. She is a results-driven sales professional, with a proven record of high performance in the areas of business development and key account management. Her extensive knowledge includes permitting, project management and exceptional customer service skills resulting in new business and customer retention ensuring organizational growth and success.
Her responsibilities include developing client relationships and project team collaboration to drive long-term business growth. Her skills include surpassing sales goals, maintaining crucial permit status reports, and increasing profitability through strategic planning. Brandy has achieved awards in Highest Gross Margin Dollars, Highest Generated Dollars, Highest Generated Opportunities, and Highest Percent of Quota (189%).
About Jamie
Jamie is an experienced HR and Administrative specialist with over 19 years of expertise. Currently a valued member of the MAE team for the past 5 years, Jamie’s strong educational foundation includes a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Regents College. His knowledge and skills make him an asset in various administrative systems and processes, particularly within the transportation sector.
Jamie is well-versed in the FDOT consultant Invoice Transmittal System, FDOT project Cost Redistribution, and FDOT Economic Opportunity Compliance, ensuring compliance and smooth operations. In addition to his administrative proficiency, Jamie has a proven track record as a QA/QC administrator on projects for COJ, FDOT, and USACE. His extensive experience in quality assurance, quality control, and project management contributes to successful outcomes.
HANDS ON LEADERS
Our principals each have more than 25 years of professional experience in geotechnical consulting and subsurface investigation. Tina Meskel and Rodney Mank’s teamwork comes from 15 years of collaboration on a multitude of projects. Our principals are hands on with every project and will ensure you are satisfied with the project from start to finish.
We provide cutting edge engineering solutions.
Meskel & Associates Engineering is a geosciences firm based in Northeast Florida supporting the AEC (architecture, engineering, construction) industry through custom, practical solutions.
Our geotechnical, environmental, and construction services aid your project from start to finish.