Michael Givens is a highly experienced engineer and geotechnical professional currently working as an Associate Engineer and Geotechnical Manager at Group Delta Consultants, Inc. Prior to this role, Michael worked as a Senior Engineer at Arup for six years. Michael's educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering from UCLA, a Master's degree in Civil Engineering from UCLA, and a Bachelor of Science in Geology from California State University, Long Beach. Throughout their career, Michael has also held roles as a Student Assistant Research III, Teaching Assistant, Project Graduate Student, Working Group Member, and Geologist.