Lamont Named Baker Phoenix Architecture Lead

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Michael Baker Jr., Inc., a unit of Michael Baker Corporation (NYSE Amex:BKR), has announced that Matthew C. Lamont, RA, NCARB, has joined the firm as architecture operations director for Bakers Phoenix, Ariz., office. In this position, Lamont will provide leadership in all aspects of operations and business development for Bakers architectural practice in the region.

A LEED-Accredited Professional, Lamont was previously a principal-in-charge of a major design group and has been involved in a number of high-profile projects for clients such as Charles Schwab, TGEN, Qwest, and Phelps Dodge. His specialized technical and leadership experience includes major commercial mixed-use, high-tech/mission-critical, military/government, healthcare, multi-family and educational facilities.

Bakers Ronald W. Kretz, AIA, vice president and deputy service area manager for Bakers Architecture Group, said, The addition of Matt to our leadership team will be crucial to our success, particularly in the Southwest where we see solid opportunities. His experience specific to the markets we serve will prove to be valuable while his deep understanding of design/build and sustainable architectural design will help to build Bakers portfolio of such high-profile projects.

Lamont holds active architecture licenses in Arizona, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada and Utah. He is a member of the Arizona Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council, National Trust for U.S. Historic Preservation and the Urban Land Institute. Additionally, he is an Advisory Board MemberU.S. Veterans Initiative. Lamont earned his Bachelor of Architecture Degree from the University of Southern California.

Michael Baker Corporation (www.mbakercorp.com) provides engineering, design, planning and construction services for its clients most complex challenges worldwide. The firm's primary business areas are architecture, aviation, defense, environmental, geospatial, homeland security, municipal & civil, oil & gas, rail & transit, telecommunications & utilities, transportation, urban development and water. With more than 3,200 employees in over 100 offices across the United States, Baker is focused on creating value by delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure and the environment.

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Lamont Named Baker Phoenix Architecture Lead