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Civil Project Engineer (Miami)
April 3, 2023
Wendy Radeka is Chen Moore’s Vice President of People, bringing extensive expertise in executive and organizational development, talent management, strategic workforce planning, and human resources. She has a strong history of delivering impactful people strategies that drive business performance and foster thriving workplace cultures.
Before joining Chen Moore, Wendy held executive leadership roles in multi-state, private equity–backed and non-profit healthcare organizations, where she spearheaded enterprise-wide talent and organizational initiatives. Her diverse experience spans both publicly-traded companies and privately-held environments, with a strong focus on high-growth and turnaround situations.
Wendy holds multiple professional certifications in human resources, executive coaching, behavioral assessments, and change management. She is deeply committed to elevating the employee experience and aligning talent strategies with business goals. Her leadership is rooted in the belief that investing in people leads to sustainable growth and impactful outcomes.
Tim Richter is the Vice President, Corporate Services and Governance for CMA. He has more than 20 years of experience in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. With extensive leadership experience, including his role as President at Richter Resources, Tim brings a wealth of expertise in strategic partnerships and corporate operations. For CMA, he is responsible for supervising the efforts that the firm maintain all necessary professional, corporate, and business licenses to operate legally and ethically across jurisdictions including risk management and internal controls and regulatory compliance. Tim received his Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree from The Florida State University.
Tim Hogans brings more than two decades of experience in public policy, utility operations, and stakeholder engagement to CMA. As Vice President of External Affairs & Government Relations, he leads CMA’s national outreach with elected officials, industry associations—including the National Association of Counties, Florida Association of Counties, Florida League of Cities, Broward League of Cities, and the American Public Power Association—and community partners to advance transformative infrastructure initiatives. Prior to joining CMA, Tim spent 22 years with NextEra Energy / Florida Power & Light Company, holding leadership roles in External Affairs, Regulatory & Political Affairs, Marketing & Communications, Power Delivery, Transmission Origination, and Customer Service. Among his signature achievements are launching the first electric vehicle dealership partnership and coordinating the LNG EDGE campaign spanning Argentina.
Tim is a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, a graduate of NextEra Energy’s Leadership Edge program (2018), and an alumnus of Harvard Law School’s Negotiation and Leadership executive course. He earned both a B.S. and an M.S. in Electrical Engineering from Florida State University. Based in Miami, he channels his passion for people forward service into civic leadership. He currently Chairs the Urban League of Broward County, serves as President of Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity for Dade & Broward Counties, held several leadership roles with Leadership Florida and is a lifetime member of Leadership Broward. He’s a past Chair for Greater Pompano Beach Chamber and Coral Springs / Coconut Creek Chamber of Commerce. A committed volunteer, Tim has answered storm recovery duty after every hurricane since 2003.
Shahin Hekmat, P.E., F.FES, FACEC is Director of Quality Assurance for CMA, with over three decades of experience in engineering design and project management related to public and private sector projects. He has served as the City Engineer for the City of Weston; Consulting Engineer for the Cities of Sunny Isles Beach, Dania-Beach, Lauderhill and North Lauderdale; and District Engineer for South Broward Drainage District, Indian Trace Development District, Bonaventure Development District and North Lauderdale Water Control District. His primary areas of expertise are in stormwater management and drainage design, with concentration on watershed analysis and preparation of storm water facility reports and master plans. His design experience also includes roadway and land development projects; specifically design of water distribution systems, sanitary sewer collection and disposal systems, paving, grading, drainage systems and flood routing analysis, permitting, construction oversight, and project close-out. Mr. Hekmat has been involved in preparation of Environmental Resource Permits (ERP) and the approval process through SFWMD, FDEP, COE, and County for major land development projects in Florida as well public facilities such as water, wastewater and reclamation plants, public works compounds, parks, hospitals, and roads. Mr. Hekmat’s project philosophy and approach is based on collaboration amongst the client and the project team. He believes only through collaboration and communication can the needs of the client be met. Mr. Hekmat is very active in professional societies. He stays current with extensive continuing education credits, including seminars, conferences, certifications and most recently the FES Florida Leadership Institute. In addition to being certified by the State of Florida as an NPDES Inspector, he has been a guest lecturer at the University of Miami, College of AEC senior design class and an adjunct professor at Florida International University School of Architecture.
CPA
P.E., LEED AP
Peter serves as the President and CEO of CMA, an approximately 150-person multidisciplinary firm in the Southeast US, particularly Florida. Having been with the firm for over two decades, Peter helped grow the firm from three people to its current size of over 100 employees with a combination of strong vision and the highest quality consulting.
Peter is a two-time graduate from the University of Florida (BSCE and ME), where he serves on the Department Advisory Board for the Engineering School of Sustainable Infrastructure and the Environment (ESSIE – Civil and Coastal Engineering Department and Environmental Engineering and Sciences Department). He serves on the Florida Atlantic University Foundation Board and is a member of the Nova Southeastern University Industry Advisory Board for the College of Engineering.
He has participated in many leadership programs, including Leadership Broward (lifetime member, served as Board Chair), Leadership Florida (lifetime member, served on both finance and audit committees), and the Florida Engineering Leadership Institute (lifetime member, program chair). He’s a past President of the Florida Engineering Society (FES) Broward Chapter, the American Council of Engineering Companies of Florida (ACEC-FL) and has served as the FES/ACEC-FL Government Relations Chair for over a decade. Peter is a Fellow of ASCE, ASCE and FES, with numerous other individual awards throughout his career from engineering and civic associations.
P.E., DBIA
Michael O’Connor, P.E., DBIA is the Director of Structural Engineering at CMA with years of experience leading the design, analysis, and delivery of traditional and complex transportation infrastructure projects across the Southeast. Michael brings extensive experience in structural bridge culvert, and miscellaneous structure design, including reinforced concrete, steel, and prestressed concrete applications. He is proficient in LRFD-based methodologies, advanced modeling techniques, seismic analysis and design, and the development of constructible, cost-efficient solutions. His portfolio includes bridges, culverts, foundations, retaining walls, and miscellaneous structures, where he consistently applies risk-based decision making and advanced analytical tools to ensure safe, durable, and efficient solutions. As a leader, Michael has built and managed high-performing engineering teams, mentoring junior staff and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation. He is recognized for his ability to resolve complex multidisciplinary conflicts, streamline coordination across all disciplines, and deliver projects that meet client expectations while aligning with AASHTO, State and local standards. Beyond technical delivery, Michael plays a key role in client relationship management and business growth. He has cultivated strong, long-standing partnerships with DOT’s, municipal agencies, and industry stakeholders, contributing to repeat work and expanded opportunities. Michael remains focused on delivering resilient, sustainable infrastructure while building organizational capacity and creating long-term value for both clients and the communities he serves.
P.E., F.ASCE
As CMA’s Director of Marketing, Jesse Lockwood brings nearly two decades of experience shaping the public presence of top design and engineering firms. A creative strategist and marketing leader, he specializes in driving brand growth, managing complex pursuits, and developing high-impact communications across diverse markets, including government, transportation, healthcare, higher education, and civic design. Throughout his career, Jesse has led marketing operations for multidisciplinary teams, developed pursuit strategies representing more than $1 billion in construction value, and built streamlined processes that enhance efficiency and collaboration across departments. His expertise spans business development, proposal management, visual communication, and strategic storytelling, helping elevate the brand and visibility of the firms he supports. An active member of the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS), where he has held leadership roles, Jesse brings a design-driven mindset and collaborative spirit to every initiative, ensuring CMA’s voice remains consistent, innovative, and impactful.
P.E., CFM, LEED AP
Heath Jenkins, P.E. is the Director of Aviation for CMA. Mr. Jenkins has worked at airports both national and international and has thorough knowledge of both FAA and ICAO design and construction requirements. He has been involved in a wide variety of projects including terminal expansion and relocation, commercial and T-hangar hangar development, passenger boarding bridges and gate stands, paving projects, stormwater analysis, wayfinding, facility maintenance, and master planning. He has experience as a Program Manager, Construction Administrator, and Client Manager for continuing service contracts. He has also been involved in numerous project delivery types including design build, construction manager at risk (CMAR), as well as traditional design, bid, build delivery. His area of expertise is in pavement design, having performed design and construction services for multiple runway, taxiway, and apron projects for both concrete and asphalt pavements. Mr. Jenkins is heavily involved in the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) reviving the Pensacola Branch in 2013 and serving as the Branch President (2013-2016) and is the current Golf Tournament Chair. He is also involved at the ASCE Florida Section level having served as State Secretary / Treasurer (2019-2021), Student Activities Committee (2021-2025) and State Section President (2025-2026). Mr. Jenkins has a Bachelor Degree in Architectural Engineering from the University of Texas and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Florida.
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P.E., BCEE