AUSTIN, TX KBGE expands operations beyond Texas, establishing its first out-of-state office in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Located at 4045 NW 64th St., Suite 415, the Oklahoma office serves clients throughout the state, providing civil engineering and land-development consulting services. 

To lead the new office, Oklahoma native and long-time friend and colleague of the firm Dean Koleada has been hired as Partner, joining founding Partners Gabe Bruehl, Chad Kimbell, Jennifer Garcia, and Brian Estes.

"Expanding our presence outside of Texas is a big step for the KBGE brand and an eye toward the future of the firm," said Estes.  "Dean and I have worked together for many years and have been friends even longer. He is extremely knowledgeable and well versed in the land-development process in Oklahoma. I'm really proud of our entire team and thrilled to have Dean leading the way in Oklahoma."

Koleada is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma and has more than 16 years of engineering experience, having led the civil engineering effort for numerous types of land development and public infrastructure projects in Oklahoma and Texas.

"I could not be more excited about this opportunity with KBGE," said Koleada.  "The partners and I go back years, and each of us brings experience, relationships and proven ability to the table. Much like Central Texas, the Oklahoma market is thriving. Having worked in the area for many years, I look forward to what we can achieve together now and in the future."