Dave began his career at Gipe Associates in 1988 as a mechanical design engineer.  He was appointed to President in 2013 and now oversees all operations.  Dave is an active principal, and you will likely find him out on a jobsite or in the office solving engineering challenges and mentoring our team. Dave believes teamwork is the key to a successful project and has cultivated a collaborative environment within the firm.  In 2021, Dave was awarded Engineer of the Year award in ACEC’s Small Firm category. Nominated by his coworkers and staff for his collaborative approach, passion for mechanical design, and expertise in his field.  Dave is described by his team: “His fundamental engineering knowledge and field expertise are un-paralleled in the industry.  Our owner clients seek Dave out to address their “unsolvable” issues.  This shows a high level of respect, trust, and appreciation for his abilities.”

Dave has been a leader in the promotion and design of geothermal and sustainable systems.  He was awarded Energy Engineer of the Year in 2017 by the National Capitol Chapter of the Association of Energy Engineers.  Dave has a passion for sharing his knowledge as well as learning from others.  He often participates in training seminars where he leads collaborative style continuing education opportunities for engineers, facilities personnel, and construction managers.

Because of Dave’s expertise, he is often sought out for troubleshooting problematic HVAC systems, peer reviews, commissioning, and expert testimony services.  Whether it is a complicated engineering challenge, a colleague looking for advice, or a friend in need of a favor, Dave is steadfast in serving others.

Somehow, Dave still finds time to relish in the beauty and community of Maryland’s Eastern Shore and enjoys crabbing, waterfowl hunting, fishing, canoeing, and teaching Sunday School.

What do you love about Engineering? I enjoy applying simple engineering principles to solve complex engineering challenges. Applying fundamental principles and common sense to create high performance buildings that are simple, but effective is very rewarding to me.

Alma Mater: UMBC