Nancy Smith | Christopher B. Burke Engineering

A new addition to the Burke team, Nancy Smith provides support for whatever tasks the engineers throw her way.

One day, Nancy can be found in the production room compiling dozens of incident and emergency action plan binders for dam owners. The next, she is either fielding phone calls or designing signage for Burke’s annual Canoe to Work Day. She thrives on the unpredictability of the office and is always ready to take on any task.

Nancy enjoys spending time with family and friends, the outdoors, and exploring new restaurants, as well as kicking back with a good book and a delicious cup of hot chocolate or iced tea, depending on the weather.

Q&A

What makes Burke different from other engineering firms?

Burke is the first engineering firm that I’ve worked for, but what sets Burke apart from other companies I’ve worked for is dedication to the clients and a supportive and productive environment! The Burke team really goes above and beyond to make sure the clients are happy with the outcome.

How much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?

He would chuck, he would, as much as he could, and chuck as much wood as a woodchuck would if a woodchuck could chuck wood.

If you could be any natural feature, what would it be?

I would have to say a tree. Changing and growing with every season, with roots that like to travel, but is always grounded.

Book or movie?

Depends. Usually, I prefer a book because you can let your own imagination fill in the blanks that are not written on the page. However, some stories are meant to be seen on the big screen to experience fully like Avatar, Titanic, The Hundred Foot Journey, or Schindler’s List.