JONES-HEROY - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Administrative Technician
Angela Bailey joined the Jones-Heroy & Associates team in August 2023, stepping into the role of Technician. Prior to joining JHA, Angela worked at DPIS Engineering, LLC (aka Arcxis) for 10 years. During her tenure at DPIS Engineering, Angela held the position of Manager of the Builder Integration Group. In this capacity, she worked to improve the project process and the development of innovative, efficient methods for handling engineering plans. Angela earned certificates in the interpretation of engineering plans, site plans, and HVAC systems. Furthermore, she collaborated with the Texas Department of Insurance in the processing and approval of windstorm area inspections and certifications, ensuring regulatory compliance and quality assurance.
Angela's experience provides valuable understanding of construction processes, regulatory processes, and attention to detail essential to her role with JHA of providing support with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) bond application process, construction documentation management, and Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) documentation and reporting.
Bert Holmstrom received a bachelor's degree in Animal Science from the Texas A&M University in 1975. Before joining Jones-Heroy & Associates Inc. in 2021, Bert worked 10 years with the City of Killeen in the Public Works Department. During Bert's tenure with the City of Killeen, he was a Project Manager responsible for management of construction projects involving streets, water, wastewater, and storm drains while working with various contractors to ensure construction was completed on time and within City of Killeen requirements. Bert is responsible for construction observation and project coordination.
Crystal Pirone joined the Jones-Heroy & Associates Team in August 2021. Prior to joining JHA, Crystal worked in the Facilities Services Division with Austin Public Library for 12 years as part of the team focusing on project management for bond related Capital Improvements Program (CIP) and internally funded construction projects for the library branches. She led renovation projects, outlined requirements, organized input meetings for staff and citizens, oversaw the hiring of consultants, and brought projects to final completion within City of Austin requirements. She was also responsible for developing specifications for purchasing and service contracts, taking bids, and managing contracts for the department once awarded. Crystal's experience provides valuable understanding of contract processes and attention to detail essential to her role with JHA of providing support with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) bond application process, and construction documentation management for utility district clients.
David Holler received a bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a major in Management from Millersville University, Pennsylvania. David joined Jones - Heroy & Associates, Inc. in February of 2019 after several years of management positions in both Pennsylvania and California. Since joining JHA, David has become involved in the Austin Contractors & Engineers Association as a volunteer on the membership committee and assists in different charity events. David is responsible for Office Management including, accounts receivable/payable, human resources, and payroll.
Jason S. Jones received a bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering from Texas A&M University in 1999 and received a master's degree in Rangeland Ecology and Management from Texas A&M University in 2006. He received his license to practice as a professional engineer from the State of Texas in 2007 (License No. 100034). Jason's professional experience includes private consulting with HDR Engineering and State employment with Texas Agrilife Research. In 2010, Jason joined Jones-Heroy & Associates, Inc., opened the Lampasas office, and became a corporate partner in 2011. Jason specializes in water and wastewater planning, regulation, design, and construction management support.
Jenny Pollard joined Jones-Heroy & Associates, Inc. in January 2023, having worked in the land development industry for over 20 years. Prior to joining JHA, Jenny worked with Randall Jones Engineering, Inc., Austin, Texas. Jenny's experience provides valuable understanding of construction processes and attention to detail essential to her role with JHA of providing administrative support and support with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) bond application process and construction documentation management.
Ken Heroy received a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Louisiana Tech University in 1989. He received his license to practice as a professional engineer from the State of Texas in 1999 (License No. 85479). After spending two years as a water engineer in the Peace Corps, he began his career in Texas in 1992 with the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (now TCEQ) Creations and Bond Review Team. In January of 1996, Ken went to work for the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB). At the TWDB, he worked in the Office of Project Finance and Construction Assistance reviewing applications from cities and water districts for loans under the State Revolving Fund (SRF) program and the Economically Distressed Areas Program (EDAP).
In September of 1998, Ken left state government for the private sector. He spent 8 ½ years in engineering consulting, planning, and designing master planned communities in central Texas before joining Sam Jones Consulting, Inc. on February 1, 2007. On May 1, 2009, the company's name was officially changed to Jones - Heroy & Associates, Inc.
Ken became President in 2015, when Sam Jones retired. Ken oversees the Austin office. Jones-Heroy & Associates, Inc. represents water districts (i.e., Municipal Utility Districts) as District Engineer and provides construction plan review, operation and maintenance technical support, bond application preparation, administrative, and construction management services.
Marion "Buck" Osteen received a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Clemson University in 1973 and received a master's degree in Environmental Engineering from Clemson University in 1977. He received his license to practice as a professional engineer from the State of Texas in 2017 (License No. 126529). He is also a licensed professional engineer in Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Buck has an extensive background in the water and wastewater industry. Buck worked for Black & Veatch for 25 years designing and managing municipal water and wastewater projects. Prior to joining Jones-Heroy & Associates, Inc., he worked for American Water at Fort Hood, Texas for 8 years. Buck joined Jones-Heroy & Associates, Inc. in 2020 as a Senior Project Manager and is responsible for design, planning, bidding, and construction administration for water and wastewater projects.
Job Titles:
- Consultant ( Full - Time )
Prakriti Ghimire received a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Nepal Engineering College in 2006. In 2016, Prakriti joined the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) as a Research Engineering Scientist Associate and later transferred to Engineering Specialist III in the District Section. Prakriti joined Jones-Heroy & Associates, Inc. in August 2019 and is responsible for managing the construction documentation for projects in several Austin area districts as well as the TCEQ bond application process for several utility districts in the Austin, Dallas, and Houston areas.
Shane Potter received a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from Texas A&M University in 2008. He received his license to practice as a professional engineer from the State of Texas in 2014 (License No. 118783). Shane began his career in 2008 with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) as an engineering specialist in the Water District Section where he spent over two years reviewing bond applications, creations, and other water district applications. Shane joined Jones-Heroy & Associates, Inc. in January 2011 and became a corporate partner in 2020. Shane is responsible for managing the construction documentation for projects in several Austin area districts as well as the TCEQ bond application process for several utility districts in the Austin, Dallas, and Houston areas.
Stacy Brack received a bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a major in Management from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor in 1998. Stacy joined Jones-Heroy & Associates, Inc. 2014, following a 24-year career with the City of Lampasas. During her tenure with the City, she served as Interim City Manager, City Secretary/Assistant City Manager, Parks and Recreation Director, Code Enforcement Officer, and Public Works Assistant. Stacy is responsible for assisting in office administration, construction bidding and documentation, Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) documentation and reporting, and TCEQ bond application process for utility districts in the Austin area.
Steven Mendoza received a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin in 1989 and received a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin in 1992. Steve's experience in the public sector includes: the Texas Water Commission (now TCEQ) in the Plans and Specifications Review section; City of San Marcos, Department of Environment and Engineering; Texas Water Development Board Economically Distressed Assistance Program (EDAP); Texas Department of Rural Affairs; and Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), Mitigation Section in Austin. Steve joined Jones-Heroy & Associates, Inc. in 2015 and is responsible for managing the construction documentation for projects in several Austin area districts as well as the TCEQ bond application process for several utility districts in the Austin, Dallas, and Houston areas.
Travis G. Clark received a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Texas Tech University in 2005. He received his license to practice as a professional engineer from the State of Texas in 2009 (License No. 104586). Travis's professional experience includes private consulting with ATKINS (PBS&J) and with the Department of Defense - U.S. Army, Fort Hood Directorate of Public Works. In 2012, Travis joined Jones-Heroy & Associates, Inc. and became a corporate partner in 2019. Travis specializes in water and wastewater design, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for regional drainage and floodplain studies, storm drain and channel design, detention pond analysis and design, and the development of municipal storm water master plans.
Ziaul Ali received a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology, Dhaka in 2002. He started his career as a structural design engineer at SMEC International Pty, Bangladesh. He spent seven years designing and analyzing various hydraulic structures and specialized in dam structures. He received a master's in business administration in 2015 from Concordia University of Texas. Ziaul joined Jones-Heroy & Associates, Inc. in September 2022 and is responsible for the company's growth and business development in the Austin and Dallas areas as well as managing and processing TCEQ applications for bond issues and creations.