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Is Your School Ready to Plan for Next Year’s Traffic Before It’s Too Late?
April 27th, 2026 by Rynal Stephenson, PE
DRMP's Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) team works with public and private schools, charter schools, as well as universities nationwide to evaluate how traffic movements operate and to develop solutions that improve safety, circulation efficiency, and campus access. As the school year approaches its end, now is the ideal time for clients to engage DRMP’s traffic analysis team to analyze school traffic and develop traffic management plans for the upcoming school year.
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Posted in: All, Traffic Impact Analysis
High-Crash 62nd Avenue North Intersection Redesigned for Safety in St. Petersburg
April 21st, 2026 by Pavan Paiavula, PE
DRMP led the design and delivery of safety and mobility improvements along the 62nd Avenue North and 25th Street North corridor in St. Petersburg, Florida, addressing operational and multimodal needs. In coordination with Pinellas County, the project introduced upgraded turn lanes, modern signal infrastructure, and continuous sidewalks to enhance traffic flow and accessibility for all users while accommodating the corridor’s high volumes and surrounding community connections.
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Posted in: All, Transportation
DRMP’s Innovative GIS Tool Streamlines Parcel Data for Faster, Smarter Project Delivery
April 15th, 2026 by Ravneet Kathuria
For faster data collection, DRMP’s Geospatial Services Division developed the innovative Parcels Extraction Tool, an internal application designed to simplify access to parcel data in multiple states where DRMP operates, including Florida, North Carolina, and Virginia, with plans to add additional states. With just a few clicks, users can select parcels and instantly view ownership details, parcel ID numbers, and addresses.
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Posted in: All, Geographic Information Systems
Building the FSU Albert J. and Judith A. Dunlap Football Center with Civil Design One Yard at a Time
April 9th, 2026
DRMP played a key behind-the-scenes role in bringing Florida State University’s $138 million Dunlap Football Center to life, a cutting-edge, 150,000-square-foot facility designed to elevate every aspect of Seminole football. Serving as the site civil subconsultant to Populous, DRMP’s Civil Services team delivered critical infrastructure solutions, including stormwater management, utility coordination, grading, and pedestrian circulation design.
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Posted in: All, Civil Services
DRMP Converts Interns into Full-Time Talent
April 8th, 2026
The internship experience at DRMP shares a common thread among former interns now working at the firm full time. They felt trusted, supported, and had opportunities to contribute to projects that built confidence and capability. Former interns who joined full time said they thrived when treated as true professionals, included in design work and field visits, and mentored by senior staff who were genuinely invested in their growth and development.This National Internship Awareness Month, DRMP is celebrating the experiences of its intern alumni. The firm remains committed to investing in its interns through mentorship, professional development, and hands-on opportunities with the goal of becoming their firm of choice when full-time roles become available.
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50 Years in Surveying: Joe Di Benedetto, PLS, LS, Shares Wisdom and Foresight
March 26th, 2026 by Joe Di Benedetto, PLS, LS
DRMP Senior Vice President and Director of Surveying and Mapping/Geospatial Joe Di Benedetto, PLS, LS, reflects on a career spanning five decades in the surveying profession. He shares insight into the industry’s evolution alongside the growing role of advanced geospatial technology, while underscoring the importance of mentorship, professional judgment, and responsibility. His perspective highlights DRMP’s commitment to developing the next generation of surveyors and maintaining high standards in an increasingly technology-driven field.
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Posted in: All, Geographic Information Systems, Surveying & Mapping
Deadly Gainesville Corridor Transformed with Cutting Edge Surveying and Pedestrian Safety Upgrades
March 26th, 2026 by Thomas Tracz, PSM
DRMP delivers comprehensive survey and subsurface utility engineering (SUE) services throughout Gainesville, Fla., supporting transportation, campus, and utility projects with precision and local expertise. Using advanced technologies such as mobile LiDAR, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) scanning, 3D mapping, and utility verification, our team provides reliable data that helps agencies and institutions plan, design, and build safely and efficiently - above and below the surface.
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Posted in: All, Subsurface Utility Engineering, Surveying & Mapping
Women in Construction: Rising, Leading, and Inspiring at DRMP
March 6th, 2026 by Erica Jernigan, PE
For Women in Construction Week, DRMP Senior Vice President and Construction Services Director Erica Jernigan, PE, highlights the strides women have made in a male-dominated industry and the visibility they provide at events like Northwest Florida Construction Career Days, showing students that leadership, know-how, and grit transcend gender.
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Posted in: All, Construction Services
DRMP Design Revitalizes Florida College Renamed Payne Amphitheater
February 25th, 2026 by Bruno J. Arriola, PE, ENV SP
Florida College engaged DRMP to restore and modernize its historic, riverfront amphitheater, a campus landmark that has hosted generations of students and community events. DRMP provided site-civil engineering, drainage design, environmental services, grading, ADA-compliant walkways, and permitting support, addressing erosion, steep riverbank grades, and environmental sensitivities. The revitalized Payne Amphitheater preserves its historic character while adding modern seating, a shade cover, and updated lighting and audio systems, creating an accessible, vibrant gathering space for students and the community.
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Posted in: All, Civil Services
DRMP Solidifies Foothold in North Carolina Infrastructure Market
February 12th, 2026
It’s an exciting time for DRMP in North Carolina. As the state grows, more clients are turning to the firm for expertise in roadway design, traffic management, drainage, structures, survey, traffic impact analysis (TIA), and construction engineering and inspection (CEI). The firm is engaged in a mix of state, municipal, and private-sector projects, bringing local expertise and insight to projects. To support this growth, DRMP is expanding its roadway, traffic, structures, and drainage teams in North Carolina.
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Posted in: All, eWIRE, Structural Engineering, Traffic Impact Analysis, Transportation, Water Resources/Stormwater Management