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Watts Architects & Engineers is a progressive minority owned architecture and engineering (A/E) firm

Watts is a professional design services firm, specializing in architecture, environmental consulting, civil engineering, transportation engineering, structural engineering, and construction inspection and administration. The firm supports a staff of 80+ employees consisting of licensed engineers, architects, scientists, technicians and specialty consultants.

10/01/2026

Watts in the Field: Making Connections 🤝

Today the Watts team is taking “In the Field” to New York City for the CUNY Exchange 2026!

Thomas Gulya, Kristen Brittingham, Ed Watts Jr., and Ashley Stewart are at John Jay College of Criminal Justice connecting with fellow professionals, learning about upcoming opportunities, and building relationships across the CUNY community and beyond.

At CUNY Exchange 2026? Stop by and say hello! We’d love to meet you and talk about how Watts can support your upcoming projects and partnerships across New York.

09/28/2026

We’re Exhibiting at CUNY Exchange 2026 in New York City on October 1!

Stop by the Watts booth to meet Ed Watts, Jr., Ashley Stewart, Thomas Gulya, and Kristen Brittingham and learn more about how our team can support upcoming projects and partnerships across New York.

We’re looking forward to connecting with fellow industry professionals, meeting new partners, and continuing to build relationships throughout the CUNY community.

📅 October 1, 2026
🕗 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 John Jay College of Criminal Justice

We hope to see you there!

09/25/2026

In the Field Friday. This week, we’re heading to Bronx Community College to take a closer look at the Hall of Fame for Great Americans!

Built in 1901, the Hall of Fame was designed by renowned architect Stanford White of McKim, Mead & White and was the first hall of fame in the US. The 630-foot-long open-air loggia features colonnades, historic plaques, and bronze portrait busts honoring prominent Americans.

Today, the Hall of Fame is part of Bronx Community College, and planned renovation work will address loose limestone, mortar, and terra cotta roof tiles along the walkway.

Before that work can begin, Watts is providing hazardous materials surveys to identify potential environmental hazards that could be disturbed during construction, including asbestos-containing materials, lead-based paint, PCBs in caulks and sealants, universal waste, hazardous materials, and mold-contaminated building materials.

Identifying these materials early helps the project team plan for safe construction, develop appropriate budgets, and protect building occupants and workers.

📍 Location: Bronx, NY
🔬 Watts Services: Hazardous Materials Surveys & Environmental Services
📸 Photos: Rob Gardner, Sr. Environmental Consultant

From a 1901 landmark to today’s environmental planning, our work often takes us behind the scenes of some pretty remarkable places.

Learn more about Watts’ Regulated Building Materials services: https://watts-ae.com/expertise/service:asbestos-lead-consulting/

09/18/2026

In the Field Friday - This week, we’re heading to SUNY Delhi to highlight the Evenden Tower and Applied Welding Lab ADA Upgrades.

Watts provided civil and site design services to support accessibility improvements and site upgrades across campus. Work included site utility improvements, paving reconstruction, and improvements to accessible routes.

One of the more unique site solutions was at the Applied Welding Lab, where an accessible entrance was needed. Instead of constructing a traditional ramp, Watts designed an alternate accessible route around an existing gazebo, making use of the available space while also creating room for bicycle racks. 🚲

The project also included paving reconstruction near O’Connor Hall, MacDonald Hall, and Murphy Hall, along with evaluation of an existing retaining wall to help identify potential repairs and precautions during construction.

📍 Project: SUNY Delhi ADA Upgrades – Evenden Tower & Welding Lab
🔨 Services: Civil Engineering & Site Design
📸 Photo: Rob Frazer, RLA, Project Manager

Another example of how thoughtful site design can improve accessibility and functionality while working within an existing campus environment.

Learn more about our Civil & Site Engineering services: https://watts-ae.com/expertise/service:civil-structural-engineering/

09/14/2026

⛳🏆 The 28th Annual Watts Open is in the books!

On Saturday, September 12, Watts employees and friends gathered at Buffalo Tournament Club in Lancaster for our annual Watts Open.

And we have some winners to celebrate!

🏆 Green Jacket Winner: Jeg Randall, taking home the overall title for the second year in a row!

🎯 Closest to the Pin: Kaden Civiletto

💨 Longest Drive: Hendrik Shank, a former Watts employee who came back to join in the fun!

A huge thank you to Kevin Janik for putting together another great Watts Open and keeping this annual tradition going year after year. And thanks to everyone who came out to play, cheer each other on, and make it another memorable morning!

Swipe through for a look at this year's Watts Open! 📸

Want to keep up with what’s happening at Watts? Check out our News page for company updates, projects, events, and more: https://watts-ae.com/about/news/

09/10/2026

Throwing it back to National Trail Mix Day! On August 31, we celebrated with one of our favorite kinds of office treats - a snack break! Our team in the Buffalo office grabbed some trail mix from the kitchen and, of course, we had to learn a few fun facts along the way.

🥜 Trail mix has a long history. Although two surfers claimed credit for creating it in 1968 by combining peanuts and raisins, versions of the snack existed long before then.

🫐 Pemmican was an early portable snack. Native Americans made nutrient-dense mixtures of dried meat, berries, and fat to provide energy during long journeys and hunting expeditions.

🥜 Trail mix is also known as GORP, often said to stand for “Good Ol’ Raisins and Peanuts.”

🫐 And in Australia and New Zealand, a similar snack mix is known as Scroggin!

A big thank you to Amanda, our Administrative Assistant, for putting together this fun treat for the team! 🙌

09/04/2026

In the Field Friday 🚧🌳

This week, we’re taking you to Knox Farm State Park in East Aurora, NY, where Watts Environmental Scientist Jett Perillo was in the field providing environmental monitoring during the demolition of the White Barn Stable.

According to Park employees, the stable originally housed horses belonging to one of the early wives in the Knox family, who apparently had quite an affinity for horses. The family eventually built a larger stable just uphill from the original.

The White Barn Stable had seen better days, and Watts was there to help ensure its demolition was completed safely and in compliance with Industrial Code Rule 56, Section 11.5-Controlled Demolition. As Project Monitor and Air Sampling Technician, Jett conducted daily air sampling throughout the demolition to monitor for the release of loose debris or hazardous materials.

Jett captured these photos while monitoring the demolition, giving us a unique look at the work from the field.

📸 Photos: Jett Perillo, Environmental Scientist

Learn more about Watts’ Environmental Engineering services: https://watts-ae.com/expertise/service:environmental-engineering/

08/31/2026

Bridge Progress in Chautauqua County 🚧

Things are taking shape on the Kortwright Road Bridge over Little Brokenstraw Creek in the Town of Harmony!

Recently, the precast concrete box beams were placed on the Watts designed bridge project, marking an exciting step forward in construction.

While the bridge carries approximately 600 vehicles per day, it serves as a vital connection for the Niobe community. With an off-site detour stretching 12 miles, keeping this local connection open and reliable is especially important for residents and travelers.

We’re excited to see this project continue to take shape!

Project Team:
▪️ Owner: Chautauqua County Department of Public Facilities
▪️ Engineer: Watts Architects & Engineers
▪️ Contractor: Lake Shore Paving
▪️ Precast Supplier: L.C. Whitford Co., Inc.

08/28/2026

In The Field Friday - Sometimes the best way to appreciate a project is to see it from a different perspective.

Watts Environmental Consultant Jeffery Macklem recently captured some great photos during a skylight replacement project at ECC City Campus. The photos offer a look at the project from the ground floor, as well as from the catwalk above the 5th floor, showcasing the impressive scale and detail of the skylight and surrounding atrium.

It’s a pretty incredible view and a great reminder of the unique spaces our team gets to work in!

Learn more about our Regulated Building Materials team and their capabilities here: https://watts-ae.com/expertise/service:asbestos-lead-consulting/

📸 Photos by Jeffery Macklem, Watts Environmental Consultant

08/25/2026

Is It Bocce O’Clock? Turns out, it was! 😎

Watts headed out to the AIA Buffalo/WNY Golf/Bocce Tournament at Diamond Hawk Golf Course for an afternoon of bocce, friendly competition, and plenty of laughs.

Watts had two teams hit the courts and Team Blue had a pretty great day, bringing home 3rd Place! 🥉👏

A big thank you to everyone who came out and represented Watts. Whether you were a seasoned bocce player or just learning the game, it was a great afternoon out of the office!

Swipe through to check out our teams in action! 📸

Want to see more of what’s happening at Watts? Check out our News Feed for the latest company updates, projects, and happenings: https://watts-ae.com/about/news/

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