Liam Francis
About Liam Francis
Liam Francis is a Project Manager at DPR Construction, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in construction management, having previously held roles as Project Engineer and Senior Project Engineer, and has managed significant projects including a children's hospital tower and various expansions at medical centers.
Work at DPR Construction
Liam Francis has been employed at DPR Construction as a Project Manager since 2023. Prior to this role, he served as a Senior Project Engineer from 2021 to 2023 and as a Project Engineer from 2018 to 2021. During his tenure, he has managed significant projects, including the construction of a 20-story Children's Hospital tower at the Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU. His responsibilities have included overseeing complex construction processes and ensuring project timelines and budgets are adhered to.
Education and Expertise
Liam Francis studied Construction Engineering at Virginia Tech from 2015 to 2018. His education provided him with a solid foundation in construction management principles and practices. He possesses hands-on building skills, including welding, wiring, soldering, framing, drywall, and tile work. This practical experience complements his academic background and enhances his effectiveness in project management roles.
Background
Before joining DPR Construction, Liam gained valuable experience in the construction industry through various internships. He worked as an MEP Coordination Intern at Alliance Residential Company in 2017 and as a Field Intern at Moss & Associates Construction Company in 2016. These roles allowed him to develop essential skills and knowledge in construction processes and project coordination.
Achievements
Liam Francis has led multiple significant projects throughout his career. Notably, he oversaw the Northwest Medical Center Bed Tower Expansion and Central Energy Plant project, which included a two-story vertical expansion. Additionally, he managed the three-building horizontal expansion project at JFK Medical Center North, which encompassed the Emergency department and Behavioral Health facilities. His project management experience includes the use of advanced construction software such as P6, Revit, and Navisworks.