Principal Engineer | Founder

Eliot Wong is the owner and principal engineer of Advanced WAter Resources Engineering, LLC (AWARE), a water resources engineering firm that provides consultation and design services related to stormwater permitting, floodplain management, drainage, flooding, flood mitigation, stormwater infrastructure design, water quality treatment, groundwater issues, hydrology/hydraulics, and expert testimony. Eliot is a licensed Professional Engineer in Colorado with 20 years of consulting experience and has worked on projects in Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, South Dakota, Texas, Illinois, Washington, Nevada, Florida, and New York, as well as in Peru, and he has provided consult on over forty drainage and flooding lawsuits.  His career started in the early 2000s as an intern at the Mile High Flood District (formerly Urban Drainage & Flood Control District) and spent the first half of his career as an engineer at Wright Water Engineers in Denver. He was the lead instructor for CDOT’s Transportation Erosion and Sediment Control Certification class and presents regularly at conferences around the state. He authored the Manufactured Treatment Devices Fact Sheet for the Mile High Flood District’s recent revision to Volume 3 Chapter 4 of the Criteria Manual. His greatest joys are his two children, Ford and Lusa.

Senior Designer/Drafter | Co-Founder

With over 20 years of experience in CAD, James is proficient in AutoCAD, Map 3D, and Civil 3D. While his primary focus is civil drafting and design, he has worked across many disciplines and brings to the table a well-rounded approach to each project. In addition to his design and engineering expertise, James has served as a CAD manager for large and small firms and provides IT consultation and services to several companies, integrating the technical side of the process to enhance efficiency. James’ understanding of computer hardware and software allows him to streamline workflow and optimize project execution. Backed with almost three decades of experience in design, engineering, construction, and construction management, James brings a comprehensive perspective to every task. He takes pride in ensuring projects are completed with precision and completed efficiently.

Design Engineer I

Reilly is a registered Engineering Intern, re-establishing her career in engineering with AWARE. Her Bachelor of Science degree and Masters degree in engineering were both obtained from the Colorado School of Mines where she studied environmental engineering and hydrology. While obtaining her degrees, Reilly participated in Greek Life, E-Days event planning committees, and the acapella group, Miner Dissonance. Originally from Arizona, moving to the headwater state of Colorado nurtured Reilly’s love of all things water. She is an integral  team member on a broad range of water engineering projects, including floodplain modeling and mapping, stormwater permitting and design, surface and groundwater forensics, and more as she works toward obtaining her Professional Engineering licensure. Reilly has a passion for problem solving and educating, a benefit she recognizes for herself and for those around her. If provided a listening ear, she will talk about her interests for hours.  Outside of work, Reilly can be found exploring the many restaurants of Denver, walking her black lab, Sammy, or further developing her sewing skills.

CAD Drafter