Dave Smiley

Biography

Dave Smiley became a licensed general engineering contractor in 1974, and accumulated additional licenses and technical certifications while RME for Phillips 66 Field Services during the 1980’s. Dave became well known in the US for his expertise in geosynthetics employed in general engineering, environmental, and paving applications during the 1980’s and 1990’s. Dave served on the board of Cal APA (California Asphalt Paving Association) for over a decade, and was president of the AIA (Asphalt Interlayer Association) for 5 years. In 1990 Dave was elected to serve on the board of ECTC (Erosion Control Technology Council), then in 1992 was certified as CPESC #808 (Certified Professional in Erosion & Sediment Control), and later earned the CPSWQ (Certified Professional in Storm Water Quality). In 1999, while Vice President General Manager of Reed & Graham, Inc. Dave, with his partner Aldo Branch launched Thunder Mountain with the vision of providing industry expertise and field technical services to support Reed & Graham’s line of environmental and engineered products. Dave currently serves on the Reed & Graham Board of Directors, manages Reed & Graham Geosynthetics, and as President oversees Thunder Mountain Enterprises.

Research Interest

 Engineering