Clifford is a multidisciplinary building professional with more than 15 years of experience spanning structural engineering, architectural design, MEP coordination, construction documentation, and field implementation. His work encompasses residential, commercial, hospitality, adaptive reuse, renovation, and turnkey development projects, where he has coordinated structural systems, HVAC layouts, mechanical design, building-envelope assemblies, and integrated floor-to-roof solutions. Clifford combines technical design expertise with practical construction experience, allowing him to carry projects effectively from design development through site execution. Throughout his career, he has overseen engineering and construction activities for projects associated with major brands including McDonald’s, Starbucks, and KFC, as well as luxury residential developments. His experience in vendor management, materials procurement, labor supervision, regulatory coordination, and field problem-solving gives him a practical understanding of how design decisions translate into built results.
Earlier in his career, Clifford also served as a project engineer and project manager with the Village Aid Project, contributing engineering expertise to community-oriented projects and reinforcing an approach that connects technical problem-solving with community needs.
Education
- Master of Architecture (MArch), University of California, Los Angeles,
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Civil Engineering— University of Colorado, Boulder, College of Engineering and Applied Science
Professional Affiliations
- Professional Engineer (PE) — Civil/Structural Engineering
- Project Management Professional (PMP) — Project Management Institute
- Professional experience in MEP & HVAC Planning, Adaptive Reuse, Building-Envelope Design, Construction Documentation
Awards & Recognition
- 15+ Years of Multidisciplinary Building Experience — spanning structural engineering, architectural design, MEP coordination, construction documentation, and field execution.
- National Brand Project Experience — led project execution and renovation work for McDonald’s, Starbucks, and KFC commercial locations.
- Professional Engineer & Advanced Design Credentials — PE credential with advanced architectural education, including a Master of Architecture from the University of California.
