Our Team
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Total Systems Commissioning offers a unique combination of construction, engineering, and commissioning experience that enables clients to construct and operate more efficient and maintainable buildings. TSCx is totally independent of any architectural or engineering firm, and the company’s sole business focus is on building commissioning of new and existing facilities. The TSCx staff has cumulative certifications such as CxA, CxT, PE, LEED AP BD+C, CPMP, and CPD, and we emphasize integrity by doing the job right over what may be quick, easy or industry status quo.
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Dick Dutro has, in his comprehensive professional experience since 1974, been involved in the design, construction and commissioning of HVAC, plumbing, piping and electrical systems for laboratories and a variety of aviation, commercial, corporate, educational, government and healthcare facilities. Commissioning facilities since 1995, Dick is responsible for writing commissioning specifications, design document review, preparing pre-functional and functional testing forms and performing actual on-site functional testing. Dick had the honor of commissioning the first gold LEED-certified international terminal for the City of Atlanta at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in 2012.
A Georgia Tech graduate in Chemical Engineering (1972), Dick also earned his State of Georgia Master Plumber and HVAC Licenses, and continues to stay abreast of industry standards and professional certifications, most notably: CxA (AABC/ACG), LEED AP BD+C (USGBC), CPMP (ASHRAE), and CPD Registration (ASPE). Dick is a Building Commissioning Association Certification Committee Member and a SERBCA Board of Director.
In addition to Dick’s professional dedication to commission better operating and sustainable buildings, he has implemented social responsibility at home with an intricate rainwater catchment system he built to water his garden and entire yard (See Video). Another interesting personal facet of Dick’s personality is that his love of horses and horseback riding led him to pursue certification as a Farrier, a specialist in equine hoof care, in the late 1970s.
A Georgia Tech graduate in Chemical Engineering (1972), Dick also earned his State of Georgia Master Plumber and HVAC Licenses, and continues to stay abreast of industry standards and professional certifications, most notably: CxA (AABC/ACG), LEED AP BD+C (USGBC), CPMP (ASHRAE), and CPD Registration (ASPE). Dick is a Building Commissioning Association Certification Committee Member and a SERBCA Board of Director.
In addition to Dick’s professional dedication to commission better operating and sustainable buildings, he has implemented social responsibility at home with an intricate rainwater catchment system he built to water his garden and entire yard (See Video). Another interesting personal facet of Dick’s personality is that his love of horses and horseback riding led him to pursue certification as a Farrier, a specialist in equine hoof care, in the late 1970s.
Charla Gruber first joined TSCx team in 2014 as an intern and is now the Project Manager for all the Atlanta Public Schools projects. Charla certainly has the methodical thinking required for building commissioning, and her zeal for precision and sustainability shows strongly in her work. As she explains, “Some contractors seem set in their ways when it comes to how they do things, even if it’s wrong, and too many contractors will try to get away with less to save time and money.”
But Charla is not one to do something halfway. She acts on her convictions and will not shrink from challenge or difficulty. “Perfection in work and taking pride in one’s work is what I enjoy — having a vision and creating that vision.”
Her passion for perfection is also reflected in her personal life, where she enjoys painting and charcoal drawing, restoring a 1990 Mustang GT and exploring different cultural flavors through her travels.
But Charla is not one to do something halfway. She acts on her convictions and will not shrink from challenge or difficulty. “Perfection in work and taking pride in one’s work is what I enjoy — having a vision and creating that vision.”
Her passion for perfection is also reflected in her personal life, where she enjoys painting and charcoal drawing, restoring a 1990 Mustang GT and exploring different cultural flavors through her travels.
Mar Goldstone joined the TSCx team as a Project Manager in January of 2015. Mar is most passionate about the required focus and attention to detail and how these details affect the performance of a completed building, benefiting the health and productivity of the people who work there and the health of the environment.
“It feels good just knowing that I have contributed to the health and welfare of all concerned.” Mar is very proud to be working for TSCX and with Dick Dutro. “Dick knows everything! He is flexible, he cares, and I never stop learning. Dick is like a father to me.”
“It feels good just knowing that I have contributed to the health and welfare of all concerned.” Mar is very proud to be working for TSCX and with Dick Dutro. “Dick knows everything! He is flexible, he cares, and I never stop learning. Dick is like a father to me.”
Mike Parson is maximizing his passion for problem solving and conscientious detail at TSCx after an exciting and diverse career in the military as an HVAC/maintenance manager and 15 years of BAS programming and project management. Another very important aspect of commissioning which appeals to Mike is the fact that he is contributing to the long term health and welfare of the people who will work and play in the commissioned buildings, as well as the broader environment. “I really care about people, and that underlies everything I do. The TSCx style of commissioning is very value-laden and gives me great pride in my work."
Completing his Bachelor’s degree in Business Management & Information Technology, Mike is happily married to his high school sweetheart, and they have ten children together. Between family life, work and school, there is not really much time for much else, but Mike has found that his many joys in life are experienced within family, work and school. Mike considers Dick Dutro both a friend and boss. “Dick Dutro is such an interesting, intelligent and generous man who really cares about people. When it comes to problem solving, he is driven!”
Completing his Bachelor’s degree in Business Management & Information Technology, Mike is happily married to his high school sweetheart, and they have ten children together. Between family life, work and school, there is not really much time for much else, but Mike has found that his many joys in life are experienced within family, work and school. Mike considers Dick Dutro both a friend and boss. “Dick Dutro is such an interesting, intelligent and generous man who really cares about people. When it comes to problem solving, he is driven!”
Craig Hall has 25 years in the field of HVAC and now 5 years in the field of commissioning with TSCx as a Project Technician. Based in Wedgeville, SC and an avid motorcyclist, Craig enjoys the many opportunities for TSCx “road-tripping” projects throughout the Southeast, including Virginia, Kentucky, the Carolinas, Alabama, Louisiana, Georgia and Florida.
A product of the "Midwestern work ethic," Craig demonstrates an unwaveringly pragmatic and dogmatic belief in working hard and doing things the right way the first time. “My father was a carpenter and my grandfather a dairy farmer, so my working career began as a young child where the concept of precision was an absolute given.”
Craig is honored to work for Dick Dutro because of the way Dick stands his ground about delivering only the best to his clients. “I take pride in my work and feel that I can proudly hold my head high regarding any project completed by the TSCx team.”
Besides motorcycling, Craig enjoys gardening and renovating his 1979 home to be energy efficient, which includes upgrading the mechanical system to utilize geothermal heating and air.
A product of the "Midwestern work ethic," Craig demonstrates an unwaveringly pragmatic and dogmatic belief in working hard and doing things the right way the first time. “My father was a carpenter and my grandfather a dairy farmer, so my working career began as a young child where the concept of precision was an absolute given.”
Craig is honored to work for Dick Dutro because of the way Dick stands his ground about delivering only the best to his clients. “I take pride in my work and feel that I can proudly hold my head high regarding any project completed by the TSCx team.”
Besides motorcycling, Craig enjoys gardening and renovating his 1979 home to be energy efficient, which includes upgrading the mechanical system to utilize geothermal heating and air.
Sarah Batchelor joined TSCx as the Marketing Coordinator in June 2017. She graduated with honors from Agnes Scott College with a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Organizational Management. Sarah also received her Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing from East Carolina University. Before joining TSCx, Sarah leveraged her business and marketing skills in various sectors, such as Higher Education, Economic Development, Small Business, and Federal Departments. Her capabilities include: project management, market research and strategy, content creation and implementation, content management systems, brand improvement, innovation, web design and development, and digital and social media. In her spare time, Sarah enjoys playing sports, learning new languages, and traveling.