ORLANDO, Fla. – DRMP has promoted Jessica Leard to Human Resources Department Manager.
In this role, Leard will lead DRMP’s Human Resources team of professionals focused on benefits and compensation, HRIS compliance, employee relations, wellness program, worker’s compensation, annual performance review program, and workplace safety.

Leard started her career with DRMP in 2015 as an Administrative Assistant and has taken on many roles within the department, including a human resources coordinator, specialist, and generalist. She was promoted to Compensation and Benefits Manager in 2021 and elevated to Human Resources Assistant Department Manager the following year.

“It is an honor to continue the support of our Talent Acquisition and Human Resources team and our leadership on a larger scale to support DRMP employees," Leard said. “I’m excited for DRMP’s continued growth and the opportunity to develop new ways to build on our great work culture and enhance our employees’ experience.”

Throughout her seven years with DRMP, Leard has taken advantage of the different roles she has served within the Human Resources Department that has led to her steady career growth, said DRMP Chief People Officer, Tracie Samillano, SHRM-SCP, PHR.

“Over her time with DRMP, Jessica has gained invaluable insight on how to support our employees in their wellbeing and continues to develop as a leader in support of her team and the overarching goal of increasing DRMP’s employee engagement and satisfaction,” said Samillano. “I’m excited to see what she accomplishes in this new role.”

About DRMP
DRMP is a multi-discipline firm serving clients in the public, private and industrial sectors in the development of infrastructure and has been in business since 1977.  DRMP currently employs 600 professionals in 21 office locations spread strategically across our service area.  Today, DRMP is ranked among Engineering News-Record’s “Top 500 Design Firms” in the United States.  For more information, please visit www.drmp.com.