Melinda Covert
About Melinda Covert
Melinda Covert serves as a Senior Project Manager at DPR Construction, where she has worked since 2022. With a background in chemical engineering and extensive experience in facility design and construction, she focuses on the life sciences sector and advocates for diversity and inclusion in the industry.
Work at DPR Construction
Melinda Covert has been serving as a Senior Project Manager at DPR Construction since 2022. She operates within the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area, focusing on facility design and construction projects in the life sciences sector. Her role involves overseeing project execution and ensuring alignment with industry standards and client expectations.
Previous Experience at Fluor Corporation
Prior to her current position, Melinda Covert worked at Fluor Corporation in various roles. She served as General Manager for the Research Triangle Park Office in Advanced Technologies and Life Sciences from 2021 to 2022. Before that, she held the position of Project Manager from 2018 to 2021 and worked as a Process Engineer from 2016 to 2018. Her experience at Fluor Corporation encompassed multiple locations and projects.
Education and Expertise
Melinda Covert earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from Northeastern University, where she studied from 2009 to 2013. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in facility design and construction, particularly in the life sciences sector, including areas such as fill-finish, biologics, and API.
Background in Engineering
Before her tenure at Fluor Corporation, Melinda Covert worked as a Process Engineer at Stantec from 2013 to 2015 in Albany, New York. This role contributed to her foundational knowledge in engineering principles and project management, enhancing her capabilities in the life sciences field.
Advocacy for Diversity and Inclusion
Melinda Covert actively advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion within the construction industry. Her commitment to these values is evident in her approach to project management and team dynamics, promoting an inclusive environment in her professional endeavors.