EDUCATION:  Texas A&M University – College Station, Texas A&M University – College Station

Michael Aquino recently joined Rogers-O’Brien Construction (RO) as a client director for the Houston region. His extensive experience as an estimator proves to be an invaluable asset for RO’s business development strategy. Aquino brings a wealth of knowledge, as he understands the intricacies of projects, how to analyze costs, timelines, and potential risks. His experience in the field also gives him a unique perspective, allowing him to seamlessly guide clients through the process.

EDUCATION:  Montana State University, New York Institute of Technology

Primoris Services Corporation is thrilled to welcome Colt Moedl as president of its Utilities business segment. Mr. Moedl has over twenty years of experience in the utility construction industry, during which he has managed the delivery of large-scale projects for prominent power delivery and energy infrastructure entities across the U.S. In this role, he will oversee the segment’s profitable growth and strategic direction, encompassing operational excellence, safety culture, quality performance, client relationships, and employee development.

“I am pleased to welcome Colt as we continue to deliver enhanced services and premier offerings to the Utilities market. His well-rounded expertise across all aspects of the industry positions us to provide first-rate governance, advanced solutions, and leading best practices that address our clients’ needs and advance their objectives,” said John Moreno, Primoris’ chief operating officer.

EDUCATION:  Oklahoma State University

Lee Eldridge, PE, Principal of Building MEP in Houston, joins Cleary Zimmermann with over 16 years of experience providing leadership, project management, and mechanical engineering design for projects across Texas. Lee is a dynamic leader, mentor, and strategist that has proven his ability to produce results, drive business, and develop teams to meet the challenges today’s engineers face.

LPA Design Studios has hired veteran Dallas design leader D. Alex John, Jr. as Associate Principal and Design Director of the firm’s growing Dallas commercial practice.

John joins LPA after 18 years with HKS Architects, most recently as vice president and senior designer. He will complement a Dallas studio that is actively expanding its portfolio of commercial, education, workplace and life science projects. John will work on a wide range of project types, leading an inclusive, collaborative design process that prioritizes measurable results in performance, healthier environments and facilities that work better for the users.

John brings a wide range of experience to his new role, including design for hospitality destinations, health science facilities, corporate campuses and education centers. The Oak Cliff resident is an active leader in the community and serves on the Board of Directors of The Real Estate Council, the local commercial real estate association.

EDUCATION:  Texas A&M University – College Station

Ryan Therrell was promoted to Regional Director, leading Beck’s Austin Office. Before his promotion, Therrell spent 15+ years as Beck’s Director of Client Services. He played a vital role in the Austin office’s growth, helping it win many of Beck’s most high-profile architecture and construction projects.

A few notable design-build projects he is responsible for include: RiverSouth, The new Texas Bankers Association Headquarters, 924 East 7th Street Office Building, and 600 West 5th Office Tower.

Additionally, he was integral to Beck winning the design of the Dell Jewish Community Center Expansion and multiple construction projects at Dell Children’s Medical Center. Ryan recently established Beck’s Special Projects Group, which focuses on tenant improvement and asset repositioning. They recently won the Texas Permanent School Fund’s tenant improvement project, which begins construction this spring.