Brian Gracz works tirelessly to ensure that DPR’s culture remains vibrant and inclusive, focusing on collaboration, innovation and genuine care for people. In his role as the Southwest Regional Leader and member of DPR’s Leadership Team, Brian leverages his extensive experience and leadership skills to drive operational excellence and nurture high-performing teams in the region serving customers throughout Southern California and Arizona.

A builder at heart, Brian pursued a career in construction management to connect everything he was passionate about: problem-solving, working with others in a collaborative environment, and building meaningful places that serve communities. Since joining DPR in 1997, Brian worked in the Southern California and Mid-Atlantic regions with a variety of customers, managing more than 20 successful projects before becoming the San Diego Business Unit Leader in 2015 and taking on his regional leader role in 2021.

With a deep commitment to continuously improving project delivery through high levels of communication and trust, Brian brings a unique combination of technical prowess and leadership aptitude to everything he does. Construction has always been a people-business first, and in his current role, Brian considers taking care of people to be his top priority. He works with customers to ensure DPR meets their needs, supports Business Units to establish strategic plans, and ensures everyone has the tools needed to develop, grow and succeed. Every day differs, but what Brian enjoys most is being involved in winning the best of the right work, finding solutions to complex problems, enhancing DPR’s culture and playing a part in building great things for the future.

Outside of work, Brian prioritizes spending time with his family above all else. They love traveling together and learning about different cultures. They also enjoy trying new restaurants, especially for breakfast. He also finds time to golf, hike and work on his pickleball game.

Fun Facts

Favorite DPR Core Value: Uniqueness
Favorite Thing About Construction: Helping our teams set up for success and watching them knock it out of the park!
First Job: Selling men's clothes at J Riggins
Most Useful App:  Oura Ring app
Desired Superpower: Ability to fly