Penney promoted to principal at DiPrete Engineering

Dedham, MA According to DiPrete Engineering, Joe Penney has been promoted to principal. Penney joined DiPrete Engineering in 2015 as vice president of development with over 30 years of experience in site engineering, land use permitting, and development throughout the New England area.

His geographic reach extends from Cape Cod to New York as he has managed several high-profile clients and projects including the first Topgolf in Massachusetts, Little Pond Village at Falmouth Heights, and various assisted living facilities, multifamily, retail, and solar projects throughout New England.

In his new role, Penney will continue to lead the firm’s Dedham, office working closely with and mentoring project managers and staff to improve client services. He will also assist in site design and permitting strategy to ensure successful projects.

Prior to working at DiPrete, Penney served as director of development for Ahold USA, parent company of Stop & Shop New England, and principal at Gale Associates leading the company’s civil, environmental, and transportation groups.