Brent Bunting

Brent Bunting is a relationship-driven leader with over 26 years of experience, currently serving as Business Unit Leader for DPR’s Nashville operations. He leads a team of more than 500 people in a region consistently recognized by the Nashville Business Journal as one of the city’s Best Places to Work. Brent supports local business operations and cross-functional workgroups, partnering with leaders to foster inclusion, drive project planning and ensure safe outcomes across DPR.

Brent’s path into construction started early, learning hands-on skills from his father, a general contractor. While still in high school, the two worked together designing homes, inspiring his decision to pursue a degree in Construction Management. He spent more than a decade with a large commercial contractor, developing a strong foundation in project delivery and team leadership. Early in his time at DPR, a conversation with a leader from a different region left a lasting impression—demonstrating the openness and supportiveness of DPR’s culture and shaping Brent’s approach to building relationships across the company.

With a background in self-perform work, project management and pursuits, Brent thrives in dynamic environments where no two days are the same. He enjoys partnering with others and seeing DPR’s culture and strategy in action. Known for his calm demeanor and ability to step back and see the bigger picture, Brent approaches his work with trust, curiosity and a mindset rooted in continuous learning.

Outside of work, Brent enjoys spending time with his family and makes an annual trip to the mountains to snowboard. He also enjoys spending time with friends and exploring new places.

• Favorite DPR core value: Ever Forward
• First job: Paper route in the neighborhood I grew up in—200 papers delivered every day, rain or shine.
• Desired superpower: Time travel. What an amazing experience it would be to see periods in our world’s past.
• My hero: My mother and father, who introduced me to a wide view of the world and a hard work ethic.
• Word to the wise (advice): Don’t take for granted the power of a conversation; it’s what keeps us grounded and connected with the people that are so important to our business.