Steve Waalkes

Director of Engineering – West Michigan, Michigan Concrete Association
Mr. Waalkes has worked for the concrete industry in Michigan since 2006. His primary role with the Michigan Concrete Association is to assist owners, engineers, inspectors, and contractors with the design, specification, and construction of concrete pavements and other concrete-related products.  Mr. Waalkes also assists contractors and other MCA members with troubleshooting and technical support regarding issues with concrete design, construction, and rehabilitation.  He has also given workshops and presentations around North America, on concrete pavement practices, technology, and research.
Mr. Waalkes has a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from Calvin University and a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin. He is a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois, and a member of the American Concrete Institute (ACI), the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), and the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE).  He is a Past President of the Michigan Section of ASCE and ASCE Western Michigan Branch, and a past board member of the ACI West Michigan Chapter.