Jenny Evans | Walsh Construction Co.
Jenny Evans has been promoted to superintendent at Walsh Construction Co. She joined Walsh in 2018.
Daan Dommels | KPFF
KPFF has named Daan Dommels managing principal of its civil, survey, and environmental teams in Portland and Eugene. He joined the firm in 2007.
Dena Null | Mackenzie
Dena Null has joined Mackenzie as healthcare practice leader. She is a seasoned healthcare strategist with nearly three decades of experience.
Nate Wickizer | EC Electric
EC Electric, a provider of electrical construction and infrastructure solutions, has appointed Nate Wickizer as CEO.
Beau Braman | Harper Houf Peterson Righellis
HHPR has promoted Beau Braman to principal. He is also serving as regional manager of the Willamette Valley.
Alex Simpson | Harper Houf Peterson Righellis
HHPR has promoted Alex Simpson to principal. He will also serve as the firm's civil engineering manager.
Jimmy Houf | Harper Houf Peterson Righellis
HHPR has promoted Jimmy Houf to principal. In addition, he will serve as the firm's Portland office manager.
Matthew Palmateer | VLMK Engineering + Design
VLMK Engineering + Design has hired Matthew Palmateer as a structural designer. He has a civil engineering degree from the University of Portland.
Justin Kittelson | VLMK Engineering + Design
VLMK Engineering + Design has hired Justin Kittelson as a project engineer II. He has substantial experience working across across wood, concrete, and steel systems on a range of project types.
Jeremy Ulibarri | VLMK Engineering + Design
VLMK Engineering + Design, recently promoted Jeremy Ulibarri to project engineer II in recognition of his contributions. He has served the firm for five years.
Cooper Curry | VLMK Engineering + Design
VLMK Engineering + Design has added Cooper Curry as a structural designer in its Phoenix office. He has a degree from Washington State University.
Alex Mason | VLMK Engineering + Design
VLMK Engineering + Design has hired Alex Mason as marketing and people & culture coordinator. She has a background in communications, event planning and design.
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