In addition to Doug, Peter and Ron, DPR began its first year of operation (1990) with eight other professionals. The 10-year DPR “veterans” share some of their experiences:

Most Memorable Moments

One late Friday evening , Doug, Peter, and Ron, joined me and Di, on the floor, assembling and stuffing envelopes with bid information to subcontractors. — Sandy Grayson

The award of the Argo job (DPR’s first competitive job) and receiving two separate regional Entrepreneur of the Year awards in 1994 and 1997. — Eric Lamb

When we reached $1 billion in revenue. — Jim Dolen

The last 10 years have been filled with countless moments that are all memorable — the White Oak job, the superior safety performance achieved on the job, when we added up our financials and hit a billion. Every day brings a new adventure. — Peter Salvati

Why DPR?

I like working with the people DPR attracts. DPR wants people to unleash themselves from the restrictions that may have been instilled in them by other companies. — Jim Washburn

The chance to take on different challenges not provided at other companies. The freedom to make a decision without checking with others. And, DPR tries to do things differently, understanding what works and what doesn’t. — Mark Bartley

The people. In some ways it is like having an extended family. Being here from the beginning, there is a sense of pride that I have contributed to something that will last. — Michele Leiva

The people, the flexibility and the ability to try new things. — Sandy Grayson

Changes in Technology

When I started, I would bring my 25 lb. portable computer from home and the Sacramento office shared one mobile phone. Now, through laptops, Palms and Nextel, everyone is connected, streamlining communication with customers and DPR. — Brad DesJardin

From design to scheduling and materials procurement, technology has increased efficiency. — Jim Dolen

The next big technology change — how the Internet will affect the business process in construction. — Eric Lamb

Dream Project

To build a major stadium or arena. — Peter Salvati

A transportation project that linked all regions of the San Francisco Bay Area. This community desperately needs an integrated transportation system. — Eric Lamb

A Taco Bell in Maui with a one-year schedule. — Mark Bartley

A large sports venue for an Olympic Games, from initial planning to set up and construction to resolving transportation issues. — Jim Dolen