Our Team.
The friendly faces of BALAR include unique individuals from varied backgrounds but is united by a common purpose - striving to deliver technical competence, professionalism, and integrity to all assignments. BALAR believes that the talent and experience of its staff combined with the long held corporate values of integrity, discipline, and trust are recipes for success on even the most complex infrastructure design projects.
Our Leadership.
James A. Hagan, Jr., P.E.
President
David E. Kunz, P.E.
Vice President
Mr. Hagan has been with BALAR Associates, Inc. since 1986, working in every capacity available within the firm. His work experience with BALAR includes 15 years of experience as a civil engineer and project manager for a variety of projects. Mr. Hagan graduated from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering (1986). His professional activities include membership in the American Society of Civil Engineers, Louisiana Engineers Society, National Society of Professional Engineers and the Council of Engineering Companies. He is active in several civic organizations within his local community sitting on several boards and councils.
Mr. Kunz has been with BALAR Associates, Inc. since June, 1998. His professional experience includes an additional 12 years with other engineering and construction firms where his project assignments included Engineer, Engineer Technician, Surveyor, Construction Manager, and Project Inspector. Mr. Kunz holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from Louisiana Tech University and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Technology from Northeast Louisiana University. Mr. Kunz’s professional activities includes membership in the American Society of Civil Engineers (1996 to present), the National Society of Professional Engineers (1998 to present), and the Louisiana Engineering Society (1998 to present).