Marshall Andrews (Leed Ap, True Advisor)
About Marshall Andrews (Leed Ap, True Advisor)
Marshall Andrews serves as the Northwest Sustainability Leader at DPR Construction, where he specializes in sustainable construction practices and embodied carbon reduction. He has extensive experience in project management and estimating, with a background in construction management from California State University, Fresno.
Current Role at DPR Construction
Marshall Andrews serves as the Northwest Sustainability Leader at DPR Construction, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on integrating sustainable practices within construction projects across the Northwest region. His approach emphasizes the importance of sustainability in construction and aims to enhance DPR's commitment to environmentally responsible building practices.
Previous Experience at DPR Construction
Marshall Andrews has extensive experience at DPR Construction, where he worked in various capacities from 2015 to 2023. He served as a Project Manager for eight years in Sacramento, CA, and as a Preconstruction Manager/Estimator from 2019 to 2023. His early career at DPR began in 2006 as an Intern Project Engineer for three months. Throughout his tenure, he contributed to the development of in-house estimating tools for calculating Return on Investment (ROI) for LEED certification.
Education and Expertise
Marshall Andrews earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management with a specialty in Management from California State University, Fresno, from 2003 to 2007. His education laid the foundation for his expertise in sustainable construction practices, including embodied carbon accounting and reduction, as well as zero waste planning and operations as a TRUE Advisor.
Sustainable Construction Initiatives
Marshall Andrews has a strong focus on sustainable construction initiatives. He has led educational efforts to prepare DPR employees for LEED AP Certification and has implemented paperless project organization and lean construction principles, including the Last Planner System. His diverse onsite project experience spans various sectors, including colleges, offices, hospitals, biopharmaceuticals, and data centers.
Technical Skills and Tools
Marshall Andrews utilizes Building Information Modeling (BIM) for effective project planning and execution. His technical skills include the development of estimating tools that assist in early design processes, particularly for LEED certification. His commitment to sustainability is evident in his focus on reducing embodied carbon in building materials and construction operations.