Project Control proudly welcomes Steve Cooke as the Regional Manager for Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW). With over 30 years in the construction industry, Steve brings a wealth of experience navigating complex projects, fostering collaboration, and delivering exceptional results. As Regional Manager, he will harness his extensive expertise and strategic insights to drive our company’s growth in the DFW area.

Peter Hales has joined Ashland Greene as Chief Financial Officer, overseeing all financial operations, including Asset Management, Accounting, Finance, and Acquisitions. He served for five years in the US Navy, including a tour of duty during Operation Iraqi Freedom. A finance veteran with extensive deal experience, Peter worked on Wall Street at Morgan Stanley and UBS, culminating his investment banking career as the Co-Head of the Americas Power, Utilities, and Infrastructure group.

CPM, a CRE Development and Project Management Services firm based in Austin, is pleased to announce the hire of Austin Streifert as Project Manager. Austin complements CPM with his diverse experience with corporate offices, healthcare, retail, federal, and aviation throughout Central Texas and the Southeast. Notable projects include Viasat Corporate Campus, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center, a Target Store renovation, and the Austin Bergstrom Airport.

Douglas Elliman Realty is pleased to announce that top-producing agent Todd Burgener, has recently joined the firm. He will be based out of the brokerage’s Austin office.

An Austin expert with an incredible 40-year history with the city, Todd has been named Austin Business Journal’s “Top 30 Agents” for three consecutive years and Platinum Top 50 agent for seven consecutive years. Since the pandemic, he has closed a total of over $180 million in sales volume.

Todd’s hands-on approach and dynamic local insight make him a force to reckon with in the world of real estate. Recognized for his energetic personality and unwavering dedication, Todd is a true advocate for his clients. In 2018, his wife Kim joined him as his Operations Director and their dynamic partnership has been a game-changer.

Beyond real estate, Todd’s passions include music and soccer. Todd’s vibrant spirit and unparalleled expertise continue to leave an indelible mark on his clients and the community alike.

Angela McMurray is the Director of Environmental Services at ISANI Consultants. With 17 years of experience, Ms. McMurray specializes in NEPA evaluations and documentation. Her areas of expertise include Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Assessments, Community Impact Assessments, Indirect and Cumulative Impact Analysis, Public Involvement, Section 4(f) Analysis, Section 6(f) Analysis, Wetland Delineations, USACE Section 404/401 Permitting, and project management. Ms. McMurray combines strong technical and analytical qualifications with outstanding communication and supervisory skills. She is well-versed in federal, state, and local regulations, as well as possessing several TxDOT pre-certifications, and has extensive experience in contract development with TxDOT. Ms. McMurray graduated from the University of Texas Austin in 2006 with a BA in Geography. In her spare time, Ms. McMurray enjoys baking, photography, and spending time with her family.

Recently joining Evtex Companies as a commercial leasing associate, Jake Engel is a University of San Diego graduate with a double major in Real Estate and Finance. A native-born Houstonian, Jake is coming back to his roots to kickstart his real estate career. Jake’s prior internship experiences in Houston have provided him with valuable insights and a strong understanding of the market, making him eager to contribute to and learn from the seasoned real estate professionals at Evtex.