NICHOLAS SZARZYNSKI,

PROJECT ENGINNER II

Recently promoted to Project Engineer II, Nicholas Szarzynski is based in our DC Metropolitan office. Nicholas holds a Master of Engineering in Structural Engineering from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Dayton.

Illinois-native, Nicholas grew up outside of the iconic Chicago’s skyline but visited the city regularly with his grandfather. Compelled by the engineering of tall buildings and how skyscrapers were built, Nicholas developed an interest in designing and building awe-inspiring structures from a young age. Being surrounded by Chicago's architecture and world-class skyscrapers influenced him to finally pursue a career in structural engineering.

Szarzynski started his professional career at Baker Concrete Construction before joining KLINE as a project engineer I at the beginning of 2021. He has over 2 years of experience as a consultant in structural analysis and design of shoring and formwork for concrete structures. He has also designed concrete structures such as retaining walls and podium slabs, as well as worked with designing steel and wood structures. Furthermore, Nicholas has been part of repair and restoration projects, structural assessments of damaged structures, project site inspections, and parking garage inspections. He is proficient in AutoCAD, Risa 3D, ADAPT PT, Tedds, STAAD Pro, and Winbeam.

Nicholas's client-oriented and teamwork attitude adds a thorough approach to all his projects. Values that make the difference between average and stunning results. Being a LEED Green Associate, Nicholas promotes the development of green building practices and a commitment to the sustainability movement at KLINE, as well as the potential LEED considerations for post-tensioned concrete structures.

When Nicholas is not working, he enjoys travel, food, golf, and other sports such as hiking in state and national parks, and baseball. And even he considers himself an outdoorsy person, he is very outgoing and social and loves the nuances, dynamism, vibe, and culinary culture that living in a city provides. It is no secret that Chicago is a vibrant and passionate sports town, and Nicholas is not a stranger to it. He is a White Sox, Blackhawks, and Bears fan and follows sports teams from his school’s town, Dayton, and Michigan.