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Duhamel promoted to principal at DiPrete Engineering

Chris Duhamel, DiPrete Engineering

Cranston, RI According to DiPrete Engineering, Chris Duhamel, a professional engineer and professional land surveyor, has been promoted to principal of the firm.

With over 30 years of land surveying and engineering experience across New England, Duhamel has been an essential member of DiPrete from day one.  He has worked with many of clients and team members to identify cost-saving measures and engineering techniques that have added value to both the firm and its clients.

In his new role as principal, Duhamel will be responsible for improving the firm’s relationships with existing clients and extending opportunities to new clients.  

Recent projects  Duhamel has worked on include Matunuck Oyster Bar’s 3,000 gallon commercial high strength wastewater OWTS design, and Cedar Ridge, a 104-unit condominium project in West Greenwich, R.I.

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