Our team takes a technical and people-focused approach to problem-solving. With complementary backgrounds in consulting, product representation, and design, we serve as a proficient resource to the many stakeholders of the construction process. Throughout the project lifecycle, we review and make recommendations to the project teams so that building systems can be designed, installed, and tested according to project requirements. We maintain that communication with all parties is fundamental to the successful and timely execution of our projects.
Travis McLeod
principal
Travis McLeod is a Principal of Highland Commissioning with over 30 years of industry experience, including several years spent testing and balancing mechanical systems in the field for buildings across Texas. He also has a deep familiarity with design for HVAC systems, and worked for many years as a product sales engineer supporting consulting engineers solving a variety of problems, including those related to sound and vibration, air distribution, and industrial ventilation. Travis has worked with hospitals, laboratories, traditional commercial, and industrial type facilities. His range of field expertise, understanding of the design process, and strong working knowledge of air products make him a well-rounded resource to clients in all phases of design and commissioning. Travis is a former president of the local San Antonio ASHRAE Chapter, and has served on its Board of Governors for multiple years.
Stephen Mitchell
Principal
Stephen Mitchell is a Principal of Highland Commissioning with experience in the design, specification, and commissioning of lighting control systems. He has over 24 years of industry experience in successful lighting control projects. Stephen’s expertise also includes functional testing and documenting lighting control systems such as time-based controls, daylight harvesting controls, and occupancy/vacancy controls. As a licensed Professional Engineer, Stephen stresses the importance of proper functioning of lighting controls so that the complete lighting system is safe, energy-efficient, and code-compliant.
Patrick Mabry
Director of Commissioning
Patrick Mabry is Director of Commissioning at Highland and has a long history of partnering with clients as an owner’s representative and advocate for energy management and end-user comfort by way of digital controls. He has devoted over 20 years of his career to the sale, design, programming, and project management of control systems. In that time, his exposure to just about every control system-related issue imaginable has given him a unique perspective in the control of complex building systems. As such, Patrick brings sound and creative solutions to clients, whether in the early conceptual project phases or long after a building has been delivered to the owner for occupancy.
Stephanie Alquicira
Commissioning agent
Stephanie Alquicira pursued her passion for engineering and construction management by earning a degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Texas at Tyler. Upon graduation, Stephanie began her career in the construction industry and quickly learned to navigate job sites and review contract documents while ensuring that every project met industry standards, delivering high-quality outcomes for her clients. Stephanie is client-focused, detail-oriented, and fearless in her pursuit of new knowledge. Her unique journey and dedication have made her an invaluable asset to our commissioning team.