Our team is comprised of reliable, responsive and flexible engineers. Thomas J. Principe, III, PE leads the team with many years of construction experience. This experience, coupled with his expansive engineering knowledge, allows Thomas to design both practically and economically. He not only understands the intricate working details of engineering machines, but also understands how a system will function in real space while working with site-specific conditions. This attention to detail and practicality ensure that his designs are always constructible within the field.
Our engineers are trustworthy, knowledgeable, and always seek the same goals as our clients. This allows us to overcome challenges presented throughout all aspects of the engineering process and ultimately results in a solution that meets the client’s needs. To help us achieve this outcome, we use the latest design methods in order to maximize a sites potential and maneuver through any obstacles, whether it be site constraints or strict regulations. All this is done while additionally keeping in mind the cost of a project, as budgetary concerns are just as important to us as they are to our clients.
Thomas J. Principe, III P.E. & President
Tom graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Civil Engineering from Merrimack College. He has 18 years of engineering experience, and a number of professional registrations including his Professional Engineer license in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, DEM Class III OWTS licensed designer, DEM Class IV Soil Evaluator license, and his MA Title V Soil Evaluator license. Tom is an NHI Certified Bridge Inspector and has his 40-hour OSHA certification. He is a member of American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) as well as National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS).
Karen Beck RLA, FASLA
Karen is a landscape architect and wetlands biologist with almost 40 years of experience. Beginning her career at the RI Department of Transportation, she then spent 33 years with Commonwealth Engineers & Consultants, Inc. before transitioning to Principe Engineering in 2020. Karen applies her knowledge of landscape architecture and permitting requirements to design and develop projects that are permittable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing while also being economical and efficient. She is a registered landscape architect in MA and RI, holds a Masters Certificate in Low Impact Design, is a RI Certified Coastal Invasive Manager, and is a Fellow of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA).
Joshua Morrow, EIT
Josh has a Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Rhode Island (minor in mathematics). As an EIT (Engineer-In-Training), Josh has completed his Fundamental Engineering exam as he concentrates in structural engineering and project management at Principe Engineering. Josh is ASCE accredited. He is currently enrolled in continuing education courses for qualification in Design of OWTS as well as a RIDEM Soil Evaluator.
Nathan Chofay
Nathan graduated from URI with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Electrical Engineering with a Minor in Mathematics. He works as a Project Engineer for various civil engineering assignments including sanitary sewer/septic system design, stormwater management, residential subdivisions, and private and public land developments.
Brian Mancieri Jr.
Brian works as a Project Engineer for Principe Company, Inc. He joined as an intern while attending Roger Williams University, where he received his Bachelors of Science degree in Civil Engineering. Now he is employed full time at Principe Company. He has his OSHA 10-hour certificate. His main concentration in the field is Site Civil Engineering. He has 2 years of experience with septic system design and inspections, land development, land surveying, drainage, and the permitting process of DEM and CRMC.
Thomas J. Principe Sr
Tom has been in the construction industry as a licensed contractor since 1981. With this extensive experience, he is able to assist our engineering and surveying team with our projects. He is also a licensed construction supervisor, as well as a licensed septic installer.
Ryan Williams, LSIT
Ryan is an LSIT in the State of Rhode Island. He received his A.S. in Civil Engineering Technology and Surveying Certificate from Bristol Community College. He is continuing his work towards becoming a registered land surveyor within the State of Rhode Island. He also received a B.A. in Communications/Theatre from Bridgewater State University in 2012.
Walter Richardson
Walter has been in the civil engineering industry since 1973, with a concentration in land surveying, lateral sewer systems, and stormwater drainage systems. Walter received an Associates Degree from Roger Williams College in Engineering Technology and Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering. Walter is a Certified Title 5 Systems Inspector (Massachusetts) and is Certified Highway Traffic Noise – FHA.
Jason Lariviere
Jason has been working in the Land Surveying field since 2000, drafting site plans and calculating property lines in both Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Jason specialized in creating site plans of various large commercial properties world wide, and returned to surveying full time in 2022 with Principe Engineering as a Project Manager.
Jonathan Sosa
Jonathan has over 7 years of land surveyor experience and a solid knowledge of topographical real time kinematic (RTK), Topcon, Trimble, and Leica equipment. He is fluent in English & Spanish.
Lisa Reis
Lisa is our Senior Office Manager in our Tiverton office. She assists with proposals, client services and engineering project support. From start to finish, Lisa ensures our clients and our engineers are supported.
Carrie Bienkowski
Carrie is our Senior Office Manager for the Woonsocket Surveying Division. Carrie has worked in the surveying industry since 2017. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from Johnson & Wales University. She assists with client services and surveying project support. Carrie ensures our clients and our surveyors are supported.
Sarah Medeiros
Sarah is the Chief Operating Officer and Human Resource Manager at Principe Company. She has also been a licensed Realtor for 15 years, bringing her knowledge of residential housing markets to the company. Sarah graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Business Management from URI and went on to get her Human Resource Management certification from Bryant University.
Stacy Fenster
Stacy is our Accounting Manager for all three Principe Company offices. She handles receivables and payables. Stacy graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from Rhode Island College and has been with Principe Company for 10 years.