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January 2013

H2M welcomes new Senior Project Engineer

Scott Risinger, P.E. has joined the staff of H2M architects + engineers as a Senior Project Engineer, supporting the civil engineering group on private sector projects.

Patchogue Wastewater Treatment Plant project to receive ACEC Engineering Excellence Gold Award

The American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) of New York has named H2M architects + engineers a 2013 Gold Award recipient in the category of Waste and Storm Water. Judges for ACEC New York’s 2013 Engineering Excellence Awards Competition selected the firm’s project entry, the Patchogue Wastewater Treatment Facility Upgrade and Expansion, for its demonstration of superior skill and ingenuity.

H2M Labs achieves certification through U.S. Department of Defense Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program

The Board of Directors of H2M, a leading architectural, engineering, planning and environmental service firm based on Long Island, announced that Gary Loesch has been named Chief Operating Officer. Loesch's promotion coincides with the retirement of John Molloy and the appointment of H2M's new President and CEO, Rich Humann.

February 2013

H2M welcomes new Human Resources Manager

Luis Almonte, PHR, has joined the staff of H2M architects + engineers as Human Resources Manager, helping to oversee the firm’s recruiting efforts, training and development activities, employee relations, and benefits administration. “I’m excited about getting to know the employees that drive this firm forward. I look forward to adding value to both the HR department and the company as a whole,” said Almonte.

Joseph Galley elected Vice President of the New Jersey Chapter of the Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals (AHMP)

H2M, a leading architectural, engineering, planning and environmental service firm with offices in Parsippany, proudly announces that the New Jersey Chapter of the Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals (AHMP) has elected Joseph M. Galley, CHMM, LSRP, to serve as Vice President of the Chapter for 2013. During his three-year appointment, Mr. Galley will be responsible for the development and execution of an annual educational program for the Chapter.

January 2013

H2M employees raise $3,000 for charity

The employees of local consulting and design firm H2M proudly announce their award of $1,000 donations to three local and national charities: Mercy Center Ministries, Chordoma Foundation, and Wounded Warrior Project. The funds were raised as part of an annual tradition at H2M's employee holiday celebration, where the staff organizes a raffle to benefit three charities of their choosing.

H2M names Rich Humann President and CEO

The Board of Directors of H2M, a leading architectural, engineering, planning and environmental service firm, headquartered in Melville, New York, announced that Rich Humann has been named Chairman, CEO and President. He was previously the firm's COO. Humann's promotion coincides with the retirement of John Molloy, who served as Chairman, CEO and President of H2M since 1996.

H2M names Gary Loesch Chief Operating Officer

Joseph Galley elected AHMP Vice President

H2M earns Notable Training Facility recognition in 2012 Fire Chief Station Style Design Awards

H2M's design of a new firematic training facility for the Huntington Manor Fire District recently earned recognition as a Notable Training Facility in Fire Chief Magazine's 2012 StationStyle Design Awards. The building, completed in September 2012, allows fire service members to train for real-life conditions encountered during emergency response.

H2M wins second place for interiors in 3form's 2012 People's Choice Awards

Out of a field of 90 entrants, H2M recently won second place in 3form's 7th-annual People's Choice Best Installation Contest. 3form, a manufacturer of sustainable building materials and architectural hardware solutions, provides the opportunity for architects, engineers, and designers to submit projects that utilize 3form building materials. Participants then vote on one another's submissions to determine the best interior and exterior installations.

December 2012

H2M's Paul Ponturo elected to Westchester Water Works Conference Board of Directors

Paul Ponturo, PE, a Senior Water Resources Engineer with H2M Water, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Westchester Water Works Conference (WWWC). During his three-year appointment, commencing in January 2013, Mr. Ponturo will act with the WWWC's elected officers to further the organization's mission to represent, serve, and educate public water supply operators in Westchester County.

November 2012

Brian McCurry earns NICET Level II Certification

Brian McCurry, a Construction Inspector with H2M Water, has earned Level II Certification from the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), in the area of Building Construction Engineering Technology: Water/Wastewater Plants.

H2M Chairman/CEO John Molloy receives Special Leadership Award from HIA-LI

H2M Chairman/CEO John J. Molloy, P.E., was named an honoree by the Hauppauge Industrial Association of Long Island (HIA-LI) at its Fourth-Annual Those Who Make a Difference Dinner Dance on November 14. Mr. Molloy received a Special Leadership Award at the event.

October 2012

H2M expands to White Plains and Rochester with the addition of two new offices

H2M has been providing architectural, engineering, and environmental laboratory services to both the private and public sectors on Long Island, in New York, and in New Jersey for nearly 80 years. Today we are proud to announce that we've opened two new offices: one in White Plains, NY (Westchester County) and the other in Rochester, NY (Monroe County).

H2M Labs Achieves ACIL Seal of Excellence Award

The Washington, DC-based trade association American Council of Independent Laboratories (ACIL) recently presented 18 laboratories nationwide with its 2012 ACIL Seal of Excellence (SOE) Award at the ACIL 75th Annual Meeting in New York, NY. H2M Labs, Inc., based in Melville, NY, is proud to announce that it is a recipient of the 2012 SOE Award, with special recognition for Timeliness and Overall Customer Satisfaction.

Jessica Giorgianni elected Northeast Area Representative for the American Planning Association – New Jersey Chapter

Jessica Giorgianni, PP, AICP, has been elected to the Executive Committee of the American Planning Association – New Jersey Chapter (APA-NJ). During her two-year appointment, Ms. Giorgianni will work as the organization's Northeast Area Representative, serving Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Passaic and Union counties.

July 2012

PAUL J. GRANGER RECEIVES AWWA GEORGE WARREN FULLER AWARD

Paul J. Granger, P.E., Vice President at H2M, working in H2M's Water Resources Division has been presented by the American Water Works Association (AWWA) with this year's George Warren Fuller Award.

LEED GOLD FOR H2M's MULTI-UNIT RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY DESIGN

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has completed its final review of the building and has confirmed the building has LEED Gold status for its design, development and construction. The building actually has two new labels ? LEED Gold Certified and Energy Star.

MICHAEL W. BOWDEN EARNS PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING LICENSE

H2M is proud to announce that Mike Bowden from our Civil Engineering Division in our Melville office has passed all necessary examinations and has earned his Professional Engineering (PE) License for the State of New York. Mike has been working with H2M as a Project Engineer since July of 2005. His recent projects include Athletic Fields at Manhasset Valley Park for the Town of North Hempstead, Long Island and Storm Drain Improvements for the City of New Rochelle, New York.

JAMES J. WILLIAMSON, III EARNS PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING LICENSE

H2M is proud to announce that James Williamson from our HVAC/Mechanical Engineering Division in our Melville office has passed the New York State Mechanical PE Exam with a concentration in HVAC and Refrigeration and is now a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of New York. James has been working at H2M as a Project Engineer since June 2006. He is a LEED Accredited Professional by the U.S. Green Building Council (LEED AP BD+C) and is currently working on various HVAC upgrades projects for several school and fire districts.

JOSEPH TODARO JOINS OUR H2M WATER TEAM

Joseph Todaro, P.E., LEED AP has joined the H2M Water team in our Melville office as Senior Water Resources Engineer. Joe comes to H2M with 23-years of experience working on Water Projects, responsible for the design and management of several water districts (including swimming pool and spray ground projects).

GILBERT S. BRINDLEY JOINS H2M AS DIRECTOR OF MARKETING

Gilbert S. Brindley, PE, CPSM has joined H2M architects + engineers as Director of Marketing responsible for all corporate marketing efforts. He has worked in the engineering and construction industry for more than 25 years. Prior to joining H2M, Gil was a Principal and President of Benjamin Brindley & Sons'an engineering and construction services firm that serves the insurance industry where he conducted cause and origin investigations for insurance losses and construction management services for restoration projects.

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