Manny Coimbra RA, LEED BD+C
Manny Coimbra is a Senior Project Manager at DIG. He graduated from New Jersey Institute of Technology in 1982 with a degree of Bachelor of Architecture. Prior to his position at DIG, Manny worked at several mid-size architectural firms throughout the state of New Jersey. Today, with over 35 years of professional experience, Manny oversees planning, design and construction over a wide range of large scale K-12, Higher Education and Institutional award winning projects. Manny has been part of the firm since its inception in 2006. He enjoys working in the friendly environment, collaborating together with his colleagues. Outside of work, Manny enjoys traveling, watching sports and spending time with family.
Kelli Glasgow AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C
After a successful career managing million-dollar retail businesses, Kelli pursued her interests in architecture and sustainability. She believes that sustainability and LEED design technologies can be seamlessly integrated into the design process of any facility to enhance the built environment without a burdening increase in construction cost and with the ability to enjoy the benefits of decreased energy consumption and associated operating costs.
As a Senior Project Manager, Kelli’s expertise focuses on team coordination of multiple design and engineering disciplines while working closely with clients throughout the design and construction process to ensure the highest level of performance from their new facilities. Her superior communication and organizational skills direct all project collaborators and end users to a positive outcome.
In her spare time, Kelli enjoys motorcycle and ATV adventures with her husband; road-trips, theatre, college and professional sports.
Paul Graebener LEED AP, BD+C
A LEED Accredited Professional, Paul takes pleasure in providing architectural services for diverse private and public sector clientele. Paul has focused primarily on commercial/retail and K-12 educational projects, with a strong background in construction phase services. He enjoys the challenging, wide-ranging Project Management role, gaining broad experience coordinating varied developments which include: design consultant services solicitation, scheduling, managing and reviewing deliverables by multiple discipline teams, monitoring budgets, negotiating scope changes and value-engineered strategies, pursuing timely compensation, field investigation and quality assurance, minimizing conflicts and oversights, performing code analysis, permit application preparation and filing, construction administration, reviewing installations, invoice & pay application approval, interfacing amongst and managing expectations of clients, occupants/tenants, and governmental agency representatives. Paul is responsible for ensuring the needs of external and internal clients are met and/or exceeded. When challenged to expand his comfort zone to achieve something either personally or professionally, Paul might struggle with building resolve, but he recognizes that remaining static is contrary to fulfillment.
Outside of project-management, Paul enjoys being active with his Sweetie, hiking and cycling with their dog, competing internationally through the colder months in the “roaring game” of curling, and boogying on the dance-floor at the discothèque.
Scott received his degree in architecture from Temple University in 1990. Upon graduation, he began his career as a young project architect for a small but prestigious restoration/ historic preservation firm in Philadelphia. After 5+ years of toiling on existing buildings, he chose to pursue his passion for design of new construction and worked for a number of firms in Philadelphia, honing his skills in quality design, constructability and detailing. He developed a diverse project portfolio ranging from academic, civic, healthcare, residential and senior living.
Scott joined DIG in 2009 and brought with him extensive knowledge and experience in the senior living market sector. Thru the years, he has spear-headed the design, documentation, and construction administration of the firm’s senior living projects varying from skilled nursing, sub-acute rehabilitation, assisted living, memory care and independent living facilities. In addition to his project responsibilities, he is a contributing member to the firm’s Design Group Committee and Human Resources Committee.
Most notably, Scott’s primary role is that of a dedicated, loving father to his two children, Skye and Lark. His other passions in life are spending time in the outdoors, fishing, camping, kayaking, snowboarding and watching anything related to Philadelphia sports.
LoriAnne Jones AIA, NOMA, LEED AP BD+C, NCARB
As a Project Manager, LoriAnne is driven to foster healthy collaborations with clients and project teams. She is skilled in a range of design software and enjoys leveraging technology like Revit as a tool for communication and problem solving. LoriAnne received her Bachelor of Architecture from NJIT, holds an MBA from Rutgers Business School, is a licensed Architect, and LEED Accredited Professional. With over 12 years of professional experience, she has been responsible for design through delivery of a variety of projects including Healthcare and Education facilities.
In addition to her project work, LoriAnne is also a volunteer and advocate for the profession. She has mentored dozens of high school and college students as part of the ACE Mentor Program of New Jersey. She is also an officer of AIA Central New Jersey. Outside the office, LoriAnne is a lifelong Trekkie, frequently attending Star Trek and astronomy events with her husband and young son.
Jaime Masler Beach AIA, NCARB
Jaime Masler Beach joined the firm in 2012, professionally licensed since 2007. A graduate of Jefferson University College of Architecture and the Built Environment (formerly Philadelphia University), she was part of the inaugural class to participate in their study abroad program in Rome, Italy.
Jaime’s approach to architecture is a holistic one extending from her delight for problem solving. Since joining the firm, she has worked across all market sectors, K-12, Higher Ed, Senior Living and Healthcare and has become a bit of a ‘small projects specialist’. She believes in partnering with clients to work towards a built environment that truly enhances and facilitates their daily experience.
Jaime prides herself in seeing beyond the immediate need of a project, seamlessly making connections and offering insight into the greater goals driving a client or project. Though her training is in architecture, she looks for business development opportunities to network and build greater connections for her clients, the firm and its consultants.
She was a founding board member of BW NICE, Hunterdon Chapter, a women’s entrepreneur networking and charity organization. Using her project management skills in leading the inaugural charity fundraiser in 2012.
Over the years, Jaime’s filled her down time with music and travel, and voraciously photographing those experiences. In 2010, she received an honor for one of those photos in a regional AIA Photography contest.
In more recent years, Jaime has turned her focus towards family. She became a mother in 2015 and she has broadened her multitasking abilities far beyond the workplace attending to her adorable son and daughter. Although they prefer travel to the Jersey Shore over far-away lands, she looks forward to getting some stamps in their passports in the not-to-distant future.
Justin Saler AIA
Justin is a dedicated team player focused on providing top notch client satisfaction through attention to detail, thorough documentation and all-around good client communication. He is always looking to help others in every facet of the business. While being a successful Project Manager is his main goal at DIG, Justin always loves to laugh and have fun, whether its listening to stand-up comedy or using his sense of humor to cheer people up. At home, Justin enjoys cooking, riding his bike, watching TV and spending quality time with his wife and 1-year old son. When he isn’t chasing his son around, Justin finds pure joy in making him belly laugh and playing peekaboo. Subsequently, Justin also loves to take naps.
DIGroupArchitecture is an award-winning, mid-sized architecture, interior design and graphic design firm with studios specializing in various areas of concentration: education, healthcare, senior housing and community-civic. A minority-owned business with a philosophy that everyone deserves great architecture, DIG is currently staffed with approximately 30 professionals and looking to expand our team and to fill the Architect III/Architectural Staff III position.
Desired Qualifications
Compensation & Benefits
Interested candidates please send your cover letter, resume and portfolio to: [email protected].
At DIG, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.Architect III
Barbara graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnical Institute’s Architecture program. She has spent over a decade in marketing, where her understanding of architecture uniquely enhances her ability to inform the firm’s proposal development and marketing communication strategies and to position the firm as an industry leader. Barbara leverages the team’s knowledge and expertise into compelling content that reinforces brand identity and builds recognition among our clients and peers.
She handles the rigors of her role with determination and adapts quickly to challenges, which stems from an adventurous spirit. When not fine-tuning workflow efficiencies, Barbara is out and about with her family enjoying the outdoors; from ski slopes to local trails to playgrounds to CrossFit.
Emily graduated with a Business Degree from TCNJ and has worked in the Accounting and Finance departments for software, manufacturing and construction companies. Her professional strengths in accounts receivable, process improvement and account analysis are well suited for the complex nature of architectural project billing.
Emily loves to bake, but don’t ask her to make dinner – cooking is not her forte! Her husband is the family chef, and their two young daughters love to “help” in the kitchen. Some of Emily’s favorite things to do include riding bikes with her older daughter Layla, reading with her younger daughter Evelyn, going out to dinner with her husband and friends, and drinking a cup of coffee in peace and quiet.
Chris A’Hearn comes to DIG with over 20 years of experience in corporate financial management across several industries. Along with a BS in Accounting from Rutgers University’s School of Business and an MBA from Monmouth University, Chris has a keen interest in sustainable building solutions and earned the LEED AP Certification. With his experience in engineering and commercial construction, Chris helps DIG to achieve its financial growth initiatives. He brings his passion for sustainable construction and design to the firm as well as contributing his financial expertise to the DIG team focusing on future success.
Away from the office, Chris and his wife, Anne, stay busy with 2 children. Emily studies at Bucknell University and is interested in life sciences. Andy is a gifted and talented student as well as a competitive YMCA swimmer.
DIGroupArchitecture is an award-winning, mid-sized architecture, interior design and graphic design firm with studios specializing in various areas of concentration: education, healthcare, senior housing and community-civic. A minority-owned business with a philosophy that everyone deserves great architecture, DIG is currently staffed with approximately 30 professionals and looking to expand our team and to fill the Architect I/Architectural Staff I position.
Desired Qualifications
Compensation & Benefits
Interested candidates please send your cover letter, resume and portfolio to: [email protected].
At DIG, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.