Paul Elliott
Paul is a Senior Associate and Senior Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineer at SMMA. He designs fire suppression and plumbing systems in accordance with building code and referenced standard requirements, thus providing compliant designs throughout all phases of the project. Known for his attention to detail, Paul’s analyses are based on careful technical reviews of design documents
Jim Deitzer
Jim is a Senior Associate and Senior Project Architect at SMMA. He excels in diverse building typologies like higher education and healthcare facilities, and leads teams through large-scale projects, fostering strong client relationships and delivering innovative designs. Jim’s approachable demeanor and strategic vision inspire high performance, resulting in groundbreaking projects that exceed expectations.
Heather McCormack
Heather is a Principal and the Director of Administration at SMMA. She manages administrative staff and services, including facilities oversight, workplace renovations, and contractor relationships for SMMA’s offices in Cambridge and Providence. Heather directs SMMA’s professional development initiatives and draws on her diverse skillset to successfully contribute as a member of the firm’s Quality Steering
Jocelyn Fleming
Jocelyn is a Senior Associate and the Interior Design Department Manager at SMMA. She works with her teams on visioning, strategic planning, programming, conceptual space planning, and furniture layout for various interior design projects. Jocelyn draws on her engaging and communicative nature to champion multidisciplinary teamwork, and develops successful, long-term client relationships while working to
Eric Peterson
Eric is a Senior Associate and Senior Project Architect at SMMA. He is experienced in the design of forward-thinking, environmentally responsible buildings with a comprehensive focus on life science buildings and commercial development. Eric coordinates multiple disciplines throughout the design process, drawing on his experience to navigate the more technical and code-related aspects of architectural
Will Park
Will is a Principal and Senior Civil Engineer at SMMA. He is experienced in site planning, technical design, and permitting, and he effectively leads his teams and coordinates with environmental, geotechnical, and surveying subconsultants on his projects. Due to his analytical thought process and strong organizational skills, Will works with team members to understand and
Mike Dowhan
Mike is a Senior Associate and Senior Landscape Architect at SMMA. He oversees business development for SMMA’s Rhode Island office and applies his award-winning site design experience to a variety of planning and design projects. Always interested in incorporating new perspectives, Mike actively communicates with his collaborators to create exciting design solutions that utilize emerging
Dave Darling
Dave is a Principal and the Design Technology Manager at SMMA. He is responsible for advancing the firm’s use of technology, providing practical, hands-on experiences with several software platforms in a variety of applications. Dave’s analytical and goal-oriented nature motivates innovative application of design technology tools, thus elevating SMMA’s universal proficiency in Building Information Modeling
Aimee Schefano
Aimee is a Senior Associate and Senior Interior Designer at SMMA. Her experience includes conceptual space planning, programming, production of plans and renderings, concept development, branding, and the selection of furniture and finishes. On her projects, Aimee uses her strong critical-thinking skills to get clients to think about their vision in a way that goes
Andy Oldeman
Andy is a Senior Vice President and the Director of Engineering at SMMA. He oversees engineering teams to ensure that proposed solutions meet client needs and provides expertise on energy analysis, life cycle cost analysis, and systems infrastructure evaluation. Through his knowledge and clear communication with owners, design teams, and construction managers, Andy delivers efficient
