About Us: Meet our leadership team

James D. (JD) Freeman, PE, LEEDAP, NASSCO - Director of Engineering

As Faircloth Stormwater’s Director of Engineering, JD is committed to providing top-tier, tailored stormwater consulting services, characterized by thorough inspections and efficient repair strategies.

With over 20 years of engineering experience, JD has served as an officer in the military, a public works director, and a design/construction project manager. Additionally, he possesses nearly a decade of specialized expertise in regulatory stormwater inspections.

JD obtained his civil engineering degree from the Air Force Academy, and later completed the Executive MBA program at UNC-Chapel Hill’s Kenan-Flagler Business School.

Forrest Hogshire - Project Manager

Forrest Hogshire is Project Manager at Faircloth Stormwater and is responsible for overseeing all stormwater repairs on time, on budget, and to the clients satisfaction.

Forrest has a diverse background in stormwater management that includes performing routine maintenance, managing repairs and maintenance, and helping to certify SCMs from the design side.

Forrest studied Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology at North Carolina State University.

Michael Brewer, CESSWI - CEO

Michael Brewer is CEO of Faircloth Stormwater and is responsible for all sales and operations, and ensuring the Company delivers world-class products, water protection solutions, and excellence in customer service.

From 2008-2022 Michael worked for AQUALIS which provides post construction stormwater and wastewater services. During his time, he held a full spectrum of roles including Executive Vice President of Client Success.

Qualifications

NC General Contractors License

Professional Engineer

LEED Accredited Professional

NASSCO - PACP, LACP, MACP

CESSWI

NC & SC Pesticide Applicator License

NCSU SCM Inspection and Maintenance Certification

Confined Space Certification

Clemson SC Post-Construction BMP Inspector Certification

Level I Erosion and Sediment Control Certification

Service Area

Faircloth Stormwater provides expert stormwater management solutions across the southeastern US, specializing in maintenance, repairs, inspections, and specialized services like erosion and sediment control. With a team of experienced professionals, we're committed to top-tier service and environmentally responsible practices. While we focus on the Carolinas, we serve clients throughout the Southeast.