Leadership

Our leadership team stands as the cornerstone of our success, seamlessly integrating innovative strategies with steadfast integrity. Our seasoned executives boast of an illustrious track record of orchestrating the company’s trajectory towards enduring growth. At DCCM, leadership transcends mere responsibility, constituting a steadfast commitment to excellence.

Chairman & CEO

James F. (Jim) Thompson

Jim Thompson is a seasoned executive with over 42 years of experience in the project development, engineering, construction, and facilities management industries, focusing on profitable growth and delivery of projects globally. Prior to starting DCCM, Jim spent 13 years with AECOM in several capacities, including CEO of International Government Services, and President & CEO of TCB AECOM, which served the southern and southwestern United States. Even further back in his career, Jim was President & CEO of JF Thompson, aka Thompson Engineering, a civil and structural engineering consulting and surveying company serving public and private clients throughout Texas and the greater gulf coast. He is a registered professional civil and structural engineer and a certified design-build professional.

Corporate

CDO

Tyler P. Jones

CFO

Mike Gallagher

COO, Texas Region

JR Reddish

COO, SE Region

Darrell Rochester

Exec. VP, National Transportation Business Line Leader

Darrin Willer

Exec. VP, Corporate Development

David Hamilton

VP, Corporate Development

Monica Aizpurúa

Vice President, Corporate Development

Parker Thompson

Vice President, Texas Transportation Business Line Leader

Inas Aweidah

Vice President, Hydrology & Hydraulics Business Line Leader

Coraggio Maglio

VP, Power & Utilities National Business Line Leader

Jim Codling

Vice President, Information Technology

Jason Carraway

Director of Administration

Amanda Mury

VP, ERP Systems

Kelly Duquette

Director of HR/Recruitment

Nguyen Nguyen

CDO

Tyler P. Jones

Tyler P. Jones, PG, PMP, serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer (CDO) at DCCM, where he partners with the executive team and business line leaders to develop and execute growth strategies that drive profitable growth and client stability. With 30 years of experience across infrastructure design, environmental sciences, construction management, and business development, Tyler’s leadership focuses on organic growth, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and enhancing key financial metrics like sales backlog, gross margin, and EBITDA.

Before joining DCCM, Tyler held leadership roles at WSP, Wood PLC, and AECOM, where he managed over 1,100 professionals and played a critical role in winning and operationalizing major projects. His expertise in the water sector, in particular, has been instrumental in driving top-line revenue growth. At DCCM, Tyler’s focus is on elevating the business lines through key hires and ensuring successful project execution with the right teams in place.

CFO

Mike Gallagher

Mike Gallagher is DCCM’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO), overseeing all finance and administrative functions for the enterprise. Mike has over 35 years of experience serving in similar roles at various professional service organizations.  He has worked at international law firms, business consulting firms, accounting firm and technology organizations.  Prior to joining DCCM, he was the Chief Operating Officer for a Texas based personal injury law firm.  Mike has extensive experience with financial reporting and analysis, operations, budgeting, human resources, and office administration. Mike received his Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting from Stephen F. Austin State University, where he was one time named as an Outstanding Young Alumnus.  

COO, Texas Region

JR Reddish

JR Reddish is a seasoned engineering executive with a distinguished career in
delivering facility and infrastructure projects globally. As a private sector
engineering executive and President/CEO, he has led a diverse range of projects in
transportation, water, wastewater, hydrology and hydraulics (H&H), and oil & gas
pipelines for city, county, state, federal, and private sector clients.

In addition to his private sector accomplishments, JR brings over 20 years of
experience from the US Navy, where he served as an engineer in charge of both US
and foreign workforces. His extensive military background includes managing
projects that support shore and offshore installations and facilities. JR’s wealth of
experience and leadership skills make him a pivotal part of DCCM’s executive team.

COO, SE Region

Darrell Rochester

Darrell Rochester coordinates the strategy and day-to-day operations of Rochester | DCCM. He is responsible for client development and coordination of highly visible projects of the firm, including infrastructure for federal, state, and municipal projects. In addition, he has worked with more than 50 universities throughout the southeastern United States. 

Darrell’s high standards for quality on high-profile and multi-year projects have earned him recognition in the southeastern engineering community; most notably being named Chairman of the Board of ACEC Georgia, Board of Governors for the Georgia Chamber, Georgia Trend Magazine’s Top 40 Under 40, and Georgia Institute of Technology’s College of Engineering’s Outstanding Young Alumni through the years.

Exec. VP, National Transportation Business Line Leader

Darrin Willer

Darrin Willer is an accomplished professional in the field of engineering, holding the position of Executive Vice President and National Transportation Business Line Leader at DCCM. With over three decades of experience, he specializes in highway and toll road planning and design, complex environmental documents, and various aspects of program and project management. His extensive career encompasses leading and growing engineering and planning teams, guiding transportation programs from initial studies through to final design. Additionally, he is involved with the Transportation Advocacy Group in Houston, further emphasizing his commitment to the advancement of transportation infrastructure.

Exec. VP, Corporate Development

David Hamilton

VP, Corporate Development

Monica Aizpurúa

Vice President, Corporate Development

Parker Thompson

Parker Thompson is a Texas A&M graduate who began his career in the oil and gas industry, where he managed the capital projects group overseeing a $2.5 billion expenditure budget. Transitioning to DCCM, he currently serves as the Vice President of Corporate Development. In this role, Parker assists with monthly operational reporting, integration of newly acquired firms, driving strategic growth initiatives, and facilitating collaboration across the DCCM platform’s marketing efforts.

Vice President, Texas Transportation Business Line Leader

Inas Aweidah

Inas Aweidah, a prominent figure in the engineering field, has made significant contributions through her work. With a career beginning in the 1980s, she has witnessed the evolution of the industry, particularly in the integration of technology and the increasing participation of women engineers. One of her notable projects is “The REAL Plan,” where she served as Project Manager, aiming to revolutionize transportation in the Houston region by integrating various modes and emerging technologies. Outside of work, Aweidah enjoys boating, traveling, and spending time with her family and pets to unwind.

Vice President, Hydrology & Hydraulics Business Line Leader

Coraggio Maglio

Mr. Maglio has over 19 years of professional experience in the field of engineering. He has significant knowledge and experience in civil engineering, public works projects, structures, flood and coastal storm risk management, dredging, remediation, mitigation, permitting, historical structures, landscape architecture, water quality, sediments, coastal engineering, design, planning, project management, and construction inspection. A considerable amount of his expertise lies in navigating the permitting process through various agencies and jurisdictions along with a strong understanding of hydraulics, hydrology, coastal processes, freshwater, and estuarine systems. Mr. Maglio is a registered Professional Engineer in the States of Florida and Texas. His advanced skill set as a leader with a strong background in biological and physical processes, combined with gifted listening and communication skills, allows for the swift resolution of complex issues. He is known for bringing the best out of individuals and project teams, understanding the needs of his clients, innovating and mentoring the next generation of leaders, scientists, and engineers.

VP, Power & Utilities National Business Line Leader

Jim Codling

With over three decades of experience, Jim Codling is a seasoned professional in power engineering, specializing in power delivery, utility design, and infrastructure development. His expertise spans distribution and transmission projects, including project management and engineering services tailored to the utilities industry. Jim has a deep understanding of market strategies, leveraging his leadership to break into competitive engineering spaces and drive growth. His strong grasp of technical design, regulatory compliance, and client relations has consistently delivered innovative and effective solutions.

Jim’s career includes impactful work internationally, where he led efforts to develop transmission and generation infrastructure in Iraq and Afghanistan on behalf of the US government addressing critical needs in challenging environments. Domestically, he has been instrumental in advancing transmission line projects, combining his expertise with a commitment to reliable and efficient power delivery. Recognized for fostering team collaboration and mentoring engineers, Jim combines strategic vision with hands-on expertise to advance organizational goals and ensure excellence in the utilities sector.

Vice President, Information Technology

Jason Carraway

Jason Carraway, DCCM’s Vice President, Information Technology, oversees Technology, Cyber Security, Compliance, and integrations across the organization and its divisions. With 30 years of experience spanning industries such as oil & gas, energy, finance, and technology consulting for medium to large global organizations, he also founded and managed a successful consulting company. In his current role, Jason aims to unify disparate IT groups from acquisitions, fostering collaboration and bridging the gap between business and technology through leadership.

Director of Administration

Amanda Mury

Amanda has been working in a supportive role for Civil Engineers since 2009, specifically alongside Jim Thompson. Currently, she holds the position of Director of Administration at DCCM HQ. In addition to her hands-on experience, Amanda has a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Houston.

VP, ERP Systems

Kelly Duquette

As the Director of ERP Systems at DCCM, Kelly Duquette oversees the strategic management, implementation, and optimization of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. With over 25 years of experience in ERP administration and accounting, Kelly combines technical expertise with business insight to drive organizational success.

At DCCM, Kelly ensures ERP systems support operational efficiency and business growth, fostering collaboration across teams to achieve organizational objectives.

Director of HR/Recruitment

Nguyen Nguyen

Nguyen Nguyen serves as the Director of HR/Recruitment at DCCM, where he leads strategic HR initiatives and supports the alignment and integration of HR processes across all divisions. With over 25 years of experience in human resources, including 15 years as an HR Director at AECOM, Nguyen brings extensive expertise in HR operations, organizational development, and systems implementation.

Throughout his career, Nguyen has led HRIS implementations and introduced multiple HR initiatives such as policy standardization, organizational realignments, and payroll and benefit conversions. His background in both engineering and human resources enables him to bring a unique, solutions-driven approach to supporting employee success and company growth.

Nguyen holds a degree in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M University and is based in DCCM’s Houston corporate office.

California

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CEO, N California

Travis Williams

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Principal Advisor, N California

John Wanger

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COO, S California

Amr Abuelhassan

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President, S California

Yvette Kirrin

CEO, N California

Travis Williams

Travis Williams joined Coastland | DCCM in 2014, bringing his extensive background in civil engineering and infrastructure.

A native of Alaska, Travis earned his BS in Civil Engineering from UC Davis and gained early career experience working on large-scale infrastructure projects across Alaska and California.

At Coastland | DCCM, Travis spearheaded the establishment of the Construction Management and Inspection division in Auburn, CA. Over the past 11 years, he has built a strong team of professionals, fostered loyal client relationships, and led many of the company’s largest projects. Rising through the ranks, Travis became part owner in 2016, was named COO and later President, and has now officially stepped into the role of CEO.

Principal Advisor, N California

John Wanger

John Wanger founded Coastland | DCCM Civil Engineering on September 1, 1991, with a vision to provide exceptional engineering services to governmental public works projects. Under his leadership, the company expanded from a two-person team to a 55-person operation within its first 15 years. Coastland | DCCM added Construction Management and Inspection Services in 1994, Building Safety services in 1997, and opened its first branch office in Auburn, CA, in 2005.

Over the past 30+ years, John’s leadership has been instrumental in building a company that stands as a trusted partner in civil engineering and public infrastructure. His vision and drive have paved the way for a seamless leadership transition.

COO, S California

Amr Abuelhassan

Mr. Abuelhassan has over 30 years of experience in project management, construction management, and civil engineering. His extensive construction management and administration experience and knowledge provide a solid foundation for the delivery of projects from inception to completion of construction. Mr. Abuelhassan’s experience includes working for Caltrans District 8 delivering projects on various routes within the District as a Project Manager and as a Resident Engineer. Mr. Abuelhassan’s experience also includes working for the County of San Bernardino Department of Public Works as a Resident Engineer where he performed the duties of construction manager on several successful projects. During his tenure, as Resident Engineer at the County of San Bernardino Department of Public Works, Mr. Abuelhassan delivered the largest transportation construction project in the County’s history, Ft. Irwin Road Widening and Rehabilitation Project. 

President, S California

Yvette Kirrin

Ms. Kirrin has over 27 years of extensive civil engineering experience in design, construction, and project management. Her experience includes freeways, roadways, streets, street lighting, drainage channels, and structures for public and state agency projects. Yvette is an active member of the following organizations: American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Building Industry Association of Southern California, Inc. (BIA), Consulting Engineers and Land Surveyors of California (CELSOC), Institute of Transportation Engineers, Inc. (ITE), National Society of Professional Engineers Project Management Institute (PMI), Women’s Transportation Coalition (WTC), Project Management Institute, Project Management Training, 2002, certified Public Manager, State of Florida, Florida State Center for Public Management, 1998.

Texas

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CEO, Infrastructure & Power

Brett Binkley

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President, Infrastructure & Power

Youssef Laham

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CEO, Municipal Land & Site

Jack Miller

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Chairman Emeritus, COO, Power & Utilities

Larry Barfield

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President, S Texas

D. Scott Jones

CEO, Infrastructure & Power

Brett Binkley

Since 2002, Brett Binkley has served as CEO and Vice Chairman of BinkleyBarfield | DCCM, as well as Baseline | DCCM. Throughout his more than 30 years of experience, he has served as an advisor, mentor, and principal-in-charge on many projects for a variety of clients in the public and private sectors. This has included municipalities, local drainage and flood control districts, toll road authorities, municipal utility districts, and TxDOT.

Brett has dedicated his career to ensuring that quality and trust remain the foundation on which the company continues its growth. Moreover, he takes a personal interest in seeing that all engineering designs are produced to the highest quality and exacting client standards on time and within client budgets. Brett engages his staff in transformational leadership by role-modeling desired mindsets and behaviors to build strong and committed teams.

President, Infrastructure & Power

Youssef Laham

CEO, Municipal Land & Site

Jack Miller

With more than 34 years of civil engineering experience, Jack Miller, the managing principal at RG Miller | DCCM, excels in planning, design, and construction management. His expertise spans master-planned land development projects, utility district initiatives, roadway facilities, and major capital improvement projects.

Jack’s extensive professional experience includes the successful management of the design and completion of master planned communities. He oversees a comprehensive range of responsibilities, from land-use planning to the preparation of bond application reports. This encompasses managing major thoroughfare planning, detention and drainage design, water and wastewater plant design, water distribution, wastewater collection systems, and the creation of municipal utility districts.

Chairman Emeritus, COO, Power & Utilities

Larry Barfield

President, S Texas

D. Scott Jones

Scott joined Urban | DCCM in October 2023 and brought with him over 30 years’ experience as a civil engineer with expertise in land development and municipal civil engineering – the last 15 years being in Corpus Christi, Texas. Scott has established a reputation for providing quality designs and documents and for being responsive to his clients. Within a few months, Scott took over the management of Urban | DCCM and accomplished significant improvements to the organizational structure and productivity of the company and substantially improved client relations. On March 1, 2024, Scott was promoted to President of Urban | DCCM.

Through Scott’s strong and experienced leadership, Urban | DCCM looks forward to significant future growth of both project load and Client base.

Indiana

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President, Indiana

Lisa Casler

President, Indiana

Lisa Casler

As President of RQAW | DCCM, Lisa offers a fresh and unique perspective as a woman in a traditionally male-dominated industry. With over 27 years of experience in the transportation engineering industry, Lisa has made significant contributions to RQAW’s success in a variety of roles. She excelled as Director of Roadway Services as well as Division Director of Transportation, where she was responsible for overseeing the delivery of all transportation projects and services across seven departments. Her ability to lead has been instrumental in advancing the goals of the company, and she is committed to preserving the reputation RQAW | DCCM has built over the last seven decades. 

Georgia

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Principal Advisor, Georgia

Brian Rochester

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President, Georgia

Kedrick Scott

Principal Advisor, Georgia

Brian Rochester

With a focus on marketing and business development, Brian K. Rochester assists clients with projects from the conceptual stage to point of execution. He has coordinated project feasibility issues such as zoning compliance, infrastructure requirements and other due diligence issues for a variety of clients as well as managed large infrastructure projects for large Master Planned and golf course communities.

Brian is a graduate of The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina, where he graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering in 1987.

President, Georgia

Kedrick Scott

Kedrick Scott is the Executive Vice President at Rochester | DCCM, bringing more than 30 years of experience in construction management, civil engineering, and land surveying. His practical, down-to-earth approach helps clients effectively achieve their development goals.

Outside of his professional work, Kedrick and his wife, Missy, are deeply involved in community service. They actively support their church and local initiatives, embodying a strong commitment to serving others that permeates both their personal and professional lives.

Kedrick earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Southern Polytechnic State University.

Florida

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President, NE Florida

Rob Matthews III

President, NE Florida

Rob Matthews III

Rob Matthews III has built a thriving company by establishing solid, long-term partnerships with his clients through integrity, honest communication, and dependability. Rob serves as an advisor and principal-in-charge on every project, taking a personal interest in ensuring that project schedules and budgets are met, and clients receive high-quality deliverables. With a master’s degree in civil engineering from Clemson University and over 25 years of experience in land development, Rob provides an innovative approach and expertise to all phases of land development, civil engineering, and environmental and regulatory permitting.

Rob’s strong leadership, and invested interest in the growth of his employees, encourages development through all stages, forward-thinking, and thoughtful education for future engineers. He believes “the heart of any company is its people. We are creating a company culture that makes Matthews | DCCM a professional yet fun-spirited place to work where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered.”

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