Michael Wachal, PE, LEED®AP

Principal, President, CEO | Senior Structural Engineer

Mike Wachal is the President/CEO of Davis Design. He is from Schuyler, NE, and earned a BS in Construction Management from UNL in 1984 and a BS in Civil Engineering from UNL in 1986. He joined Davis Design in 1988, where he has worked ever since. Mike describes his role as “chief cook and bottle washer.” He chose this career path because of his love for building things and figuring out how they go together, as well as his passion for starting and running businesses. For Mike, most clients eventually become friends. In fact, he has done so many projects that he can’t even pick a favorite.

Outside of work, Mike enjoys working around his acreage, spending time with his family, and being outdoors in the heat. He volunteers with organizations such as Messiah Church and Lincoln Lutheran. His favorite local restaurants include MoMo and Texas Roadhouse.