About Eichleay

An EPCM as Distinctive as Our Name

Eichleay (pronounced “IKE-lee”) is a mid-sized EPCM with the capabilities of a large company and the culture of a small one. We offer a comprehensive range of integrated engineering, architectural, project, and construction management services—designed to support projects of every size and complexity.

  • Scalable Expertise
    We deliver small, mid-sized, and large-scale projects with unmatched efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Unrivaled Value
    Larger firms often over-think smaller scopes. Smaller firms may lack the resources for complex builds. Eichleay bridges that gap.
  • End-to-End Services
    Our professional technical services span the entire lifecycle of a project—from concept through completion.

Whether you’re planning a grassroots facility, upgrading existing infrastructure, or managing a program, Eichleay brings the right mix of experience, agility, and commitment to every engagement.

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What We Stand For

Mission & Vision

At Eichleay, our mission and vision shape everything we do, from how we approach challenges to how we build lasting partnerships.

Our Mission

Deliver forward-thinking solutions to technically complex challenges.

We thrive on solving problems that others shy away from, bringing innovation, precision, and collaboration to every project.

Our Vision

Be recognized as the most trusted partner by those who value diverse capabilities.

We aim to be the go-to engineering firm for clients who need a team that can adapt, scale, and deliver across industries and project sizes.

Longevity

Culture Longevity

A sustainable business

Return

Results Return

Equitable value to our stakeholders

Reputation

Results Reputation

How we are viewed

Retention

Results Retention

Mutually beneficial long-term relationships

Innovation

Culture Innovation

Foster an environment that yields creative solutions

Improvement

Culture Improvement

Challenge the status quo, provide opportunities for development, and embrace progress

Excellence

Culture Excellence

Passionate pursuit of the highest standard

Integrity

Results Integrity

Unwavering principled and ethical behavior in all that we do

Diversity

Culture Diversity

Appreciate the value created by the variety of our people, clients and business partners

Collaboration

Culture Collaboration

Work together to leverage differing views, skills, and ideas to achieve superior results

Competency

Culture Competency

Apply knowledge, skills, and experience to meet or exceed requirements

Communication

Culture Communication

Clear, frequent, and effective interaction to achieve the desired outcome

Safety

Results Safety

Uncompromising commitment to a zero harm environment

Professionalism

Results Professionalism

Understand and adhere to appropriate behavior and protocols

Quality

Results Quality

Committed to error-free execution

Versatility

Culture Versatility

Adapt and respond in a highly dynamic environment with a "can do" attitude

Eichleay Values Framework

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Responsibility

Committed to Sustainability

Our commitment to protecting the environment starts with us. In addition to helping our customers meet or exceed their goals, Eichleay is committed to promoting sustainability in all areas of our business.

Behind Eichleay

Meet the Team

Kraig Abbey

Managing Director - Business Team

Kraig Abbey has played a key role in growing Eichleay’s presence in the Mountain Region. He has over 25 years of progressive experience in project execution and operations management. After spending much of his early career in project controls, he went on to oversee approximately 125 employees across 3 regional offices for a competitor organization. As Managing Director of the Business Team, he is now responsible for the project accounting, business analytics, and technology services functions within the company. One of his primary areas of focus is on developing and implementing tools that enhance visibility to project performance and enable continuous improvement. Kraig received his B.S. in Engineering Science (Mechanical) with a Minor in Business Administration from Montana Tech of the University of Montana.

Kristen Airhart

Managing Director - People Team

Kristen Airhart is responsible for talent management and human resources at Eichleay and has overseen those functional areas since 2016. As the Managing Director of the People Team, she also oversees the HSE and compliance functions for the company. Prior to Eichleay, Kristen held several positions of increasing responsibility within the field of recruiting and served as the Global Director of Resourcing for one of the world’s largest EPC organizations. With 20 years of experience in the project delivery business, she leads a team that leverages best in class practices and technologies to ensure that Eichleay is able to attract, retain, develop, and manage the best project delivery talent available in the marketplace. Kristen holds a B.S. in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from the University of Florida.

Heather Kassab

Managing Director - Operations Team

Heather Kassab is Eichleay’s Managing Director responsible for overall project delivery. This includes oversight of the Drive (Project and Program Managers) and Execute (multi-discipline engineering, design, and architecture) teams. With over 20 years of progressively responsible experience in process engineering, contract administration, and project and program management, Heather brings a wealth of expertise. Prior to joining Eichleay, she spent 15 years working for a global EPC firm leading megaprojects and managing portfolios of capital projects both domestically and internationally. In 2019, Heather was recognized by Engineering News-Record (ENR) as one of its Top Young Professionals. Heather received her B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Drexel University.

John Sakamoto, P.E.

Managing Director - Special Projects

John Sakamoto joined Eichleay in 1992 and now oversees special projects for the company. Beyond being a recognized expert in the field of operational risk management, he is highly experienced in regulatory interpretation, regulatory advocacy, and permitting. He is also adept in the management of complex capital projects from conceptual planning through startup and commissioning. His diverse process plant background includes project director-level responsibilities on several of Eichleay’s landmark projects. John graduated from the University of Southern California with a B.S. in Civil Engineering and is a registered Civil Engineer in the state of California. He currently sits on the Western States Petroleum Association’s (WSPA) Board of Directors and is a past President.

Samar (“Summer”) Adranly, S.E.

Director - Special Projects

Samar Adranly joined Eichleay in 1998. During her lengthy tenure with the company, she has held many significant positions within the functional areas of engineering and project management. As a Director for the Special Projects Team, she is now responsible for overseeing work and client relationships within several different market sectors. With over 25 years of hands-on expertise, she has a deep, diverse background in all aspects of project delivery and has played a significant role in the success of several of the company’s most prominent projects. Samar has a M.S. in Structural Engineering and a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. She is a registered Structural Engineer in California, Arizona, Nevada, and Washington and a registered Civil Engineer in California, Michigan, Nevada, and Utah.

Eichleay Team

Lyndsi Tamiya, P.E., PMP

Director, Execute Team

As Execute Director at Eichleay, Lyndsi Tamiya leads the company’s engineering, design, and architecture teams with a strategic focus on delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions across all market sectors. With over a decade of experience in structural engineering, construction, and project management, Lyndsi is a champion for collaboration and innovation. Her experience spans projects across multiple industries, from small-scale efforts to large integrated EPCM projects with total installed costs reaching $1.1B. Lyndsi holds a B.S. in Architectural Engineering from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and is a licensed Civil Engineer in California as well as a certified Project Management Professional (PMP).

Eichleay Team

Nesreen Innabi, P.E.

Director, Drive - Industrial Team

Nesreen Innabi is Eichleay’s Project Management Director responsible for overseeing the Drive (Project Managers and Project Engineers), Procurement, Project Admin and Document Control teams. Nesreen brings over 25 years of experience in process engineering, and project and program management. Prior to joining Eichleay, she spent over 24 years working for a global engineering firm in several positions: leading large-scale projects, managing a portfolio of capital projects, and overseeing over 100 process engineers as the Department Manager. Her highlight career achievement was managing the conversion of a 125-year-old traditional refinery to the world’s largest producer of renewable diesel at the time. Nesreen received her B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Jordan and is a registered Chemical Engineer in the State of California.