Donna’s career launched in the arena of highway and roadway design and transitioned to site and underground utilities and over the past 20 years she has developed unique knowledge that distinguishes her from other civil engineers. These systems must incorporate electrical and mechanical systems, be designed with care to prevent entanglements, while also providing ease of access for future maintenance and expansion. As Civil Department Manager, Donna carefully blends the needs of…
It's been said that if you stand John McGann at any point on or around the University of Arizona campus, he can tell you exactly what’s under your feet. Few civil engineers have a greater knowledge of utility master planning and construction than John, largely because of his 30-plus years of designing campus underground utility distribution systems. He has guided many multi-decade phased improvement projects and is recognized as the…
Russ Combs joined GLHN in 2015 as the head of the Healthcare/Wellness Studio and manager of the Phoenix office. His design philosophy is founded on the principle of healthful place-making, a collaborative approach to the planning, design, and atmosphere of environments, spaces, and buildings. Many of his designs incorporate elements of nature—sunlight, sky views, native plants and natural shapes and forms—to increase positive outcomes for patients and to provide a…
Stanley is a seasoned mechanical engineer with a passion for sustainable design and energy efficiency. With a strong background in problem solving and developing comprehensive energy models, he has become a driving force in optimizing building systems to reduce environmental impact. Specializing in a wide range of project types from building renovations to new central plants, Stanley brings a wealth of expertise to the table, seamlessly collaborating with other disciplines…