Chad Ballard, PE, CFM

Chad Ballard, PE, CFM has over a decade of experience in the field of hydrology and hydraulics. Most recently, they worked as a Senior Engineer at AEM, where they specialized in designing flood warning systems and radar rainfall/runoff software. In addition to business development and project management responsibilities, Chad also managed engineering teams and oversaw software development. Prior to their role at AEM, Chad served as an Instructor at The High Water Mark, where they created and conducted courses on hydrology and hydraulics for water resource engineers.

Before that, Chad worked as the Flood and Stormwater Practice Lead at Plummer Associates, Inc, where they were responsible for brand development, strategic pursuits, and serving as a technical advisor on projects. As part of their role, Chad managed the stormwater and flood team and oversaw business development, project financials, and resource management.

Chad also has experience as an HEC-RAS Instructor at HalfMoon Education Inc., teaching a professional introduction course on the software developed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Prior to that, they worked as a Civil Engineer at Michael Baker International, focusing on advanced hydrology and hydraulic modeling programs and working on various flood control and storm drain system design and analysis projects.

Earlier in their career, Chad served as Adjunct Faculty at California Polytechnic State University, where they taught courses in hydrology and hydraulics. Chad also worked as a Civil Engineer at cbec eco engineering, inc, and held a role in technical sales and consulting at Aquaveo.

Overall, Chad Ballard, PE, CFM has a wide range of experience in hydrology and hydraulics, with expertise in flood warning systems, software development, business development, project management, and teaching.

Chad Ballard, PE, CFM completed their Bachelor of Science degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Brigham Young University. Chad continued their education at the same institution and obtained a Master of Science degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering as well.

In addition to their academic qualifications, Chad also holds several professional certifications. Chad is a Certified Floodplain Manager accredited by the Association of State Floodplain Managers, Inc. (ASFPM). Furthermore, they are a licensed Professional Engineer in California, Colorado, and Texas, recognized by the respective state departments responsible for consumer affairs, regulatory agencies, and professional engineering and land surveying.