Ackerman-Estvold Welcomes Senior Architect Matt Kalbus

Minot, N.D. – Matt Kalbus, AIA, NCARB, has joined the Ackerman-Estvold Fargo office in our architecture group. Kalbus earned Bachelor of Science in Environmental Design and Bachelor of Architecture degrees from North Dakota State University, Fargo, North Dakota. Matt has over a decade of experience working in the architecture industry in North Dakota and Minnesota with a focus on large mixed-use projects. His responsibilities will include conceptual design, design development, and coordination & construction management on architectural projects throughout the region.

Ackerman-Estvold’s Lavachek Earns Professional Registration

Minot, N.D. – Ackerman-Estvold is pleased to announce that Emma Lavachek recently earned her North Dakota Professional Engineer registration from the North Dakota State Board of Registration.

Lavachek has been with Ackerman-Estvold since 2018 as a full time Civil Engineer with a focus on municipal projects for cities and municipalities and serving as City Engineer for some of smaller rural clients. In addition, Emma spent four years as a summer intern with the company before graduating which provided a lot of experience in the field gaining knowledge in construction, inspection, and project workflow.

Lavachek earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from North Dakota State University in Fargo, North Dakota.

Ackerman-Estvold Gabe Nybakken Receives Specialized Designation

Minot, N.D. – Gabe Nybakken recently earned the Construction Documents Technologist Designation. The Construction Documents Technologist (CDT) certification provides a comprehensive program of study that demonstrates knowledge of writing, interpreting, enforcing, and managing construction documents. Nybakken joins an elite group of professionals known for their comprehensive knowledge of the writing and management of construction documents.