Richard AlcocerLand Surveying Director
Richard Alcocer, RLS, became a Land Surveying Director in March 2017, previously a Project Manager in the survey department. He has over 37 years of experience in boundary surveying, topography, ALTA, and construction staking. Mr. Alcocer oversees 10 survey crews and directs his crews to perform with the upmost integrity and to always have the client’s best interest at heart.
What professional accomplishments give you the most pride and what makes that accomplishment so rewarding?
My most rewarding accomplishment was to follow in my father’s footsteps and become a Registered Land Surveyor.
If you could have one super power what would it be and why?
I already have one- being a great role model to my children, nieces, and nephews.
Carolyn Both, CPAChief Financial Officer
BS Accounting
Arizona State University</span?
Ms. Both obtained her BS in Accounting from Arizona State University. Ms. Both is proud to be an Arizona native and has seen firsthand the positive impact of CVL’s exceptional planning and design talent as our state has changed and grown. Ms. Both joined CVL’s team in 1985 and has been her home ever since. In addition to directing CVL’s Financial Accounting and Reporting, she provides Human Resources leadership.
What professional accomplishments give you the most pride and what makes those accomplishments so rewarding?
I am most thankful for CVL’s culture, which allowed me to raise a family while continuing my professional growth. My goal is to provide the same friendly environment to CVL’s employees and provide stability for their families.
If you could have one super power what would it be and why?
Genius mind…I’d like to earn an engineering degree and pass the P.E. test in one month, and then try that part of our business.
Paul HaraDirector of Energy
Mr. Hara has over 12 years of experience in consulting, project management, and account management experience in the energy efficiency, renewable energy, and energy capital infrastructure space. His engagements span from strategy to implementation, leading projects related to capital infrastructure, transmission and distribution, asset management, customer engagement, operating model, and energy efficiency programs at various utilities.
Mr. Hara has led new business development and account management efforts for public clients and private clients in the energy sector across the West Coast. Currently, Mr. Hara is leading the capital infrastructure development for a cutting-edge semi-conductor facility. In his free time, Paul likes to go on culinary adventures through new cities with his fiancée, when he isn’t cheering on the Dodgers. He also enjoys golfing and ocean fishing.
Tracy GrundenDirector of Water/Wastewater
Coe & Van Loo Consultants, Inc. (CVL) is pleased to announce that Tracy Grunden has joined the CVL team as the Assistant Director of Water/Wastewater Department. Mr. Grunden has more than 26 years of experience in water and wastewater engineering, comprising planning, modeling, condition assessment, design, project management, construction inspection, and construction management. He has delivered water/wastewater projects for clients throughout Arizona; including City of Phoenix, City of Tempe, City of Mesa, City of Peoria, City of Goodyear, City of Yuma, Town of Carefree, Town of Gilbert, and Town of Queen Creek.
He has also provided outstanding service to EPCOR Water, Arizona State University, ADOT, Community Water Company, Salt River Project, Gila River Indian Community, Ak-Chin Indian Community, Rosemount Copper, Freeport-McMoRan, Roosevelt Irrigation District, Adaman IWDD, Luke AFB, Far West Water and Sewer and many private clients. Tracy is known for his commitment to the highest standards in customer care and performance, making him an ideal fit for CVL.
Kristina LockeDirector of Business Development
University of Missouri
Kristina Locke obtained her BS in Journalism from University of Missouri. She has over 20 years of experience in marketing, branding, and business development achievements. She has assisted in acquiring numerous high-profile accounts, developed strategic marketing initiatives, and launched multi-media campaigns nationally and locally. Ms. Locke leads CVL’s business development efforts, drives brand recognition, and business expansion.
For the past 7 years, she concentrated her efforts on the civil engineering industry where she was successful in developing and implementing new marketing initiatives to break into dozens of highly competitive sectors to increase profit gains. Ms. Locke continues to pursue new business opportunities in both the public and private sectors.
Ms. Locke is active in the community as the Co-Chair of the Valley Partnership Events Committee, Co-Chair of the Programs Committee for Arizona Public Works Association, and Chair of AAED’s Charity Luncheon.
Jason Kelley, PE, CFM, LEED APStormwater Department Manager
BS Civil Engineering
Arizona State University
Jason Kelley, PE, obtained his BS in Civil Engineering from Arizona State University. He has approximately 23 years of public works experience and two years of private development experience focused on floodplain and watershed management, regulatory approvals, hydrologic study and drainage design. Mr. Kelley is licensed in both Arizona and California. He joined CVL in 2015. His specialties include drainage master planning and the evaluation and design of drainage infrastructure using the newest technologies, such as two-dimensional modeling.
What professional accomplishments give you the most pride and what makes those accomplishments so rewarding?
I’ve been fortunate throughout my career to have both expert mentors and challenging projects that helped to develop my technical skills. The most rewarding part has been mentoring and supporting others in their careers.
If you could have one super power what would it be and why?
Ability to fly. Could avoid traffic…
Cassandra Alejandro Becomes a Registered Professional Engineer- Water/ Wastewater Department
CVL is pleased to announce Cassandra Alejandro’s certification as Professional Engineer. Ms. Alejandro earned her BS in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Arizona State University in 2014. For the last four years, Ms. Alejandro has gained extensive experience in the water/wastewater discipline ranging from waterline design, lift station design, water system modeling, design report preparation, RFI response and submittal review. She has completed water modeling for over 150 systems for municipalities, water companies, and developers in Maricopa County alone. Ms. Alejandro’s most notable projects include; EPCOR NE Agua Fria Water Master Plan, Chaparral Comprehensive Planning Study, Carefree Water System Evaluation and the water and sewer master plans for the Ritz Carlton Resort in Paradise Valley. Ms. Alejandro continues to contribute to the prosperity of CVL with her sense of innovation, efficiency, and attention to detail and we are proud of her accomplishments!
Oscar Garcia Becomes a Registered Professional Engineer- Stormwater Department
CVL is pleased to announce Oscar Garcia’s certification as Professional Engineer. Mr. Garcia earned his BS in Civil Engineering from Arizona State University in 2013. Mr. Garcia’s four years of experience includes the past two years primarily on stormwater design and analysis focusing on flood control studies, drainage master planning, design concepts, reports, permitting, CLOMR/LOMRs, 1D/2D analyses, GIS processes and deliverables, drainage infrastructure design and fixes, and cost estimating. While Mr. Garcia is well versed in a variety of small- and large-scale public, private, and residential projects, his most notable projects consist of the City of Phoenix Weldon Drainage Study and the Ritz Carlton Resort in Paradise Valley. During his time with the stormwater group, he has gained extensive knowledge of technical programs such as HEC-RAS, HEC-1, and FLO-2D.
His additional CVL experience includes land development projects which allowed him to design for local, collector and arterial roadways with horizontal and vertical curves. Mr. Garcia’s most prominent land development projects include Nissan Technical Center North America, Trilogy at Verde River, and Sonoran Foothills. We applaud Mr. Garcia’s relentless work ethic and his newly acquired certification!
Associate/Director, Eric Laurin, Discusses ChlorTrainer Use in the Water/Wastewater Department
Mr. Laurin has worked with the ChlorTrainer for the past decade in various municipal and private water company projects and owes it all to the design of this system. View Details
Town of Carefree Water Evaluation
We are delighted to assist the Town of Carefree with an evaluation of their current water system, and provide insight on possible solutions for expansion. View Details
Executive Promotion Carolyn Both – CFO
CVL is pleased to announce that Carolyn Both, CPA has been promoted to Chief Financial Officer of the firm. Ms. Both has served CVL for 32 years. She has successfully moved from Accountant, to Controller and now CFO during her time. When asked what her hope for accomplishment in this new role would be, she stated, “I hope to become a conduit and facilitator for new ideas, in a way that will promote creativity and collaboration among our employees and clients, and to create a work environment that is safe and stable, but fluid and progressive”. We are excited for the contribution of leadership Carolyn will continue to bring to CVL.