Our Leadership
Chris Perry, S.E., P.E., AIA
Mr. Perry has over 30 years of experience in structural engineering. As Principal, his primary responsibilities at the firm are design and technical direction of architectural/civil/structural projects, project management, and coordination with the firm’s clients and project stakeholders. Mr. Perry has managed a wide variety of architectural, civil, and structural design projects throughout the country, including high rises, public facilities, industrial complexes, and institutional buildings. He is also trained and licensed to perform exterior scaffolding assessments of multi-story buildings. When he is not at work, Chris enjoys spending time with his family and participating in his sky-high aviation hobby.
Lai Lau, S.E., P.E.
Ms. Lau has over 20 years of experience in structural engineering. Her skills are constantly utilized on a wide range of projects running the gamut from tall antennas to deep foundations, and her affinity for creative problem solving proves valuable time and time again. As a licensed structural engineer, Ms. Lau has great technical experience, but it is her tenacity and grit that pushes her to overcome even the most challenging projects. Her attention to detail combined with overall project vision has made her an integral part of Perry & Associates leadership. In her free time, Lai enjoys traveling to see friends and family all across the globe.
Malek Atassi, S.E.
Mr. Atassi has over 8 years of experience in structural engineering. He has been involved in a wide variety of projects including structural design, adaptive reuse and building enclosure investigations. In his free time, Malek enjoys reading and trying new coffees.