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DCCM is proud to celebrate Corporate VP, Infrastructure & Power, Richard Arvizu, PE, CFM, F. NSPE, on being named to the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) Fellow Class of 2026. The Fellow designation honors engineers who go beyond technical excellence to shape the future of the profession through leadership, mentorship, and service. A dedicated member of both NSPE and the Texas Society of Professional Engineers (TSPE) for nearly 3 decades, Richard has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to advancing the engineering profession at both the state and national levels. His career reflects a strong focus on executive leadership, professional service, and the promotion of engineering licensure and ethical practice. Throughout his career, Richard has held numerous leadership roles within NSPE, TSPE, and the Preston Trail Chapter of TSPE, including chapter president and TSPE state president. During his 2024–2025 term as TSPE state president, he provided steady, inclusive leadership while representing more than 2,000 engineers across Texas. In this role, he strengthened collaboration among local chapters, state leadership, and national organizations, while also participating in regional meetings and cross-state initiatives. At DCCM, Richard’s work as an engineer reflects the depth of experience and public impact that the NSPE Fellow distinction recognizes. He leads complex municipal infrastructure projects for more than 25 cities and counties across Texas, bringing deep expertise in roadway reconstruction, water and wastewater systems, drainage solutions, and utility coordination. Through this work, he helps deliver the safe, resilient infrastructure that strengthens communities and exemplifies the technical excellence, leadership, and service at the heart of this honor. At the core of Richard’s work is a commitment to the principles championed by NSPE and TSPE: ethical practice, technical excellence, and service to the public. His recognition as an NSPE Fellow reflects these values in action. DCCM is honored to celebrate his achievement and proud to see his contributions recognized at the highest level. “On behalf of the Council of Fellows Executive Committee, a body comprising dedicated Fellows representing each of our six NSPE regions, it is my distinct honor to welcome the 2026 Class of NSPE Fellows,” says James L. Szatkowski, P.E., F.NSPE, chair of the Council of Fellows Executive Committee. “The ‘Fellow’ grade of membership is more than a title; it is a testament to a career defined by the highest standards of the PE license and an unwavering commitment to our profession. Since the program’s inception, it has served to recognize those rare individuals who do not merely hold a license, but who actively shape the engineering landscape through exemplary service to the Society and their communities.” DCCM is a unified infrastructure services firm built on the strength of legacy companies, strategically integrated to provide comprehensive engineering, land development, surveying, and infrastructure solutions across the United States. With roots dating back to 1950, DCCM is committed to collaboration, excellence, and innovation, delivering superior service through deep multidisciplinary expertise.

May 2026 DCCM is pleased to welcome back Jamie Herdocia, PE, MBA, as Managing Director, Pipeline Services. Jamie’s return represents a strategic investment in the continued growth and expansion of DCCM’s utilities practice, bringing proven project execution, team leadership, and strong client relationships back to the firm.   With nearly a decade of experience in natural gas utility design with CenterPoint Energy, Jamie specializes in pipeline projects across transmission and distribution systems. Her background includes natural gas project design, conflict analysis, subsurface utility engineering, environmental assessments, permitting, utility coordination, and construction management, as well as roadway and drainage design. In addition, she brings valuable experience supporting utility rate cases, including developing technical materials and contributing to regulatory filings and witness testimony. Jamie has also led gas compliance and operations organizations within highly regulated environments, overseeing multi-state programs and working closely with regulatory agencies to ensure alignment with federal and state pipeline safety requirements.  Jamie previously worked with DCCM, where she served as a Senior Project Manager and played a key role in delivering complex gas pipeline and utility relocation projects for major utility providers throughout the Houston region. During her earlier tenure, she supported numerous large‑scale pipeline and system-improvement projects for CenterPoint Energy. Her project experience includes oversight and design leadership of gas lines ranging from 2 to 18 inches in diameter, including plastic and steel infrastructure.   “Jamie’s return to DCCM is a tremendous asset to our utilities practice,” said John Jaeger, Sr. Vice President – SUE. “Her ability to lead teams, deliver complex pipeline projects, and build trusted client relationships, combined with her operational and regulatory experience, makes her the right leader to guide our pipeline services as we continue to grow and evolve.”  In her role as Managing Director, Jamie will serve as the primary design and project management leader for pipeline services, directing multidisciplinary teams of project managers, engineers, and technical staff across a diverse portfolio of projects. She will be responsible for ensuring consistent delivery of high‑quality work that meets client expectations, schedules, and budgets, while driving strategic growth and strengthening client relationships across the pipeline and utilities market. DCCM is a unified infrastructure services firm built on the strength of legacy companies, strategically integrated to provide comprehensive engineering, land development, surveying, and infrastructure solutions across the United States. With roots dating back to 1950, DCCM is committed to collaboration, excellence, and innovation, delivering superior service through deep multidisciplinary expertise.

DCCM is proud to announce the promotion of Jack Shick, PE, PTOE, to Managing Director, Traffic Engineering, Texas. This promotion reflects the company’s commitment to strategic growth and the continued expansion of its transportation practice across Texas.  Jack brings more than 25 years of experience in traffic and transportation engineering, with a proven record of delivering innovative solutions for complex projects. His expertise spans traffic data collection, modeling, signal warrant analysis, safety analysis, traffic control design, signal timing development, and traffic calming. Jack has managed and designed traffic signal systems, conducted intersection analyses, and developed traffic solutions for a wide range of clients. Notably, he led the development of TxDOT’s new Cluster Analysis Guidebook and will present on this topic at the 2026 Spring TexITE Meeting in Houston on April 9.  Since joining DCCM  in 2022 as a Sr. Project Manager, Jack has played a pivotal role in advancing the firm’s traffic engineering capabilities. His leadership has been instrumental in projects such as the SH 40 Traffic Modeling in College Station, the University Line Bus Rapid Transit Traffic Modeling in Houston, and on-call traffic engineering services for the City of Pearland. Jack’s technical acumen and collaborative approach have consistently resulted in safer, more efficient transportation networks for communities across the region.  In his new role, Jack will focus on developing partnerships, growing the firm’s traffic practice, and leading strategic and complex traffic engineering projects. His vision and dedication will help drive the company’s mission to deliver exceptional outcomes for clients and communities.  “Jack’s promotion is a testament to his leadership, technical excellence, and unwavering commitment to our clients’ success,” shared Chad Wood, PE, PTOE, Exec. VP, Traffic & Planning. “His ability to tackle the most challenging traffic engineering problems and deliver practical, forward-thinking solutions sets a high standard for our team. We are excited to see Jack lead our traffic engineering practice into its next phase of growth.”  This promotion underscores DCCM’s investment in its people and its promise to deliver value and innovation to clients. The company looks forward to supporting Jack as he continues to shape the future of traffic engineering in Texas and beyond. 

DCCM is proud to announce the promotion of David Kubala, PE, to Chief Operating Officer (COO), Houston Municipal. This promotion reflects DCCM’s continued investment in strengthening its platform and advancing strategic growth initiatives across the region. In his role as COO, David will lead the region’s day-to-day operations, including Water Infrastructure, Land and Site Development, and Surveying, driving operational excellence, cross-departmental collaboration, and the execution of large-scale public infrastructure projects throughout Texas. His leadership will be instrumental in expanding DCCM’s presence and delivering complex, high-impact projects that serve communities across the state. Since joining DCCM in 2013 as a Project Manager, David has steadily advanced through leadership roles, most recently serving as Vice President of Water Infrastructure. “On behalf of the executive team, I want to thank David for his outstanding service and commitment to DCCM,” said Jack Miller, PE, Chief Executive Officer. “David’s industry reputation, technical expertise, and leadership ability have been instrumental in strengthening our practice. His strategic vision and dedication to excellence make him an exceptional fit for this role and a key driver of our continued success.” David’s promotion underscores DCCM’s commitment to developing leaders from within and empowering professionals who shape the future of our organization and the communities we serve.

February 2026  Todd Hamilton has joined DCCM as Sr. VP, Land & Site Development, Houston Municipal. Todd’s addition strengthens and expands DCCM’s ability to support complex land and site development projects for homebuilders, utility districts, and master planned communities across Texas. His background in leading large-scale developments, multidisciplinary teams, and public infrastructure initiatives directly enhances DCCM’s expertise for its clients and partners. Todd is a licensed professional engineer with over 20 years of experience managing projects, leading technical teams, and delivering complex developments in landscape architecture, public works, utility districts, and residential land and site development. He has previously held senior leadership roles with The Signorelli Company and Johnson Development Corp., where he oversaw significant community development initiatives throughout the region. He is an active leader in Houston’s development community, attending the Developer’s Council of the Greater Houston Builders Association and serving as a member of the Urban Land Institute and the West Houston Association. Todd also serves as a board member for the Central Fort Bend Chamber and Aristoi Classical Academy. Most recently, Todd led the underwriting, visioning, and launch of Fort Bend County’s largest master-planned community in over 40 years, Austin Point. The project is projected to serve more than 50,000 residents and includes over 1,600 acres dedicated to mixed-use development, including retail, office, education, medical, and residential space. Todd’s experience in large-scale community development, public infrastructure coordination, and team leadership aligns directly with DCCM’s commitment to delivering comprehensive land and site solutions to clients across Texas. “We are extremely fortunate to welcome Todd to DCCM,” said Jack Miller, CEO, Houston Municipal. “His technical expertise, leadership background, and deep understanding of large-scale development will further strengthen our ability to serve clients and communities throughout Texas.” DCCM is a unified infrastructure services firm built on the strength of legacy companies, strategically integrated to provide comprehensive engineering, land development, surveying, and infrastructure solutions across the United States. With roots dating back to 1950, DCCM is committed to collaboration, excellence, and innovation, delivering superior service through deep multidisciplinary expertise.