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JAMES E. REED, PE, RA, LEED AP
Principal
Born and raised in Southern California, Jim graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the US Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. He earned his MBA with an emphasis in Project & Construction Management from Golden Gate University of San Francisco.
Jim began his professional career with the 4392 Civil Engineering Squadron, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. There he engineered and managed facilities programs in support of Space Shuttle and Peacekeeper operations. Next, he served as Chief, Design & Construction, at San Vito Air Station, Italy. Jim was responsible for implementation of a $20 million capital improvement program at this key National Security Agency facility.
After leaving active duty, Jim served as a Reserve Officer in US Air Force Civil Engineering, recently retiring at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He has worked with several public and private sector organizations throughout Southern California. His professional experience has encompassed a wide variety of project types and assignments, including:
Military facilities
Hospitals
Elementary schools
Land and building development
Cellular communication sites
Residential design
Mixed-use projects
In 2001, Jim founded NPD Associates, Inc. with the express purpose of providing innovative development and architecture. As Principal-in-Charge, Jim offers his leadership and expertise in conjunction with other team members. Sustainable design is a cornerstone of the practice.
Jim is the recipient of the US Air Force Meritorious Service Medal, the USAF Commendation Medal and two US Air Forces in Europe Design Awards. His professional memberships include BOMA and Toastmasters International. Jim’s continuing professional education includes coursework in Sustainable Design, Interior & Lighting Design, Real Property Management, as well as other related areas. When not designing or planning, Jim enjoys long distance cycling, mountain biking, and scouting with his two sons.
He is licensed as both an Architect and a Civil Engineer in the State of California; as well as being a LEED Accredited Professional.
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