Bret has been with Rutherford + Chekene for most of his career, specializing in structural design for museums, academic centers, libraries, and aquariums, as well as seismic evaluation and rehabilitation of existing buildings. He is actively involved in organizations like ASCE, FEMA, and ATC, incorporating new research and knowledge into his work, including developing guidelines and designing solutions for unique building challenges. His creative integration of state-of-the-art research into practice has been a core tenet of his work, contributing significantly to R+C's reputation as a firm at the forefront of structural research and design. His portfolio of work includes the LEED Gold certified UC Berkeley Li Ka-Shing Center and Lower Sproul Plaza Revitalization, and many other high-profile projects at Stanford University.