Andrew Schrader was recently promoted to senior associate, building systems, in the Washington, D.C. office of the U.S. buildings sector of WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff, a global engineering and professional services organization.

Mr. Schrader brings more than 12 years of building information modeling (BIM) experience to his role as the Washington, D.C. office’s BIM manager. His understanding of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, in additional to architectural and structural systems, allows him to effectively integrate all systems within a model. Active nationally in BIM user groups, he recently gave a presentation on an improved method of clash detection to the North American Revit Technology Conference. He is a LEED AP.

“Andy’s skills have been vital to major projects like Capital One Headquarters and Reston Town Center Blocks 4 and 5,” said Larry Beam, senior vice president, building systems, and managing director in the Washington, D.C. office. “Moreover, he leads by example and serves as a mentor to our junior engineers.”

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