Rowshi Craven
About Rowshi Craven
Rowshi Craven serves as the Lead Development Manager at RaceTrac, where he engages with the community and oversees development projects. With a strong background in civil and structural engineering, he has held various roles in notable companies, enhancing his expertise in site development and project management.
Work at RaceTrac
Rowshi Craven serves as the Lead Development Manager at RaceTrac, a position held since 2021. In this role, Craven is responsible for overseeing the development processes for new convenience stores, including those with fueling stations and truck travel centers. Craven represents RaceTrac at public hearings, engaging with the community to foster support for new development projects. This position allows Craven to apply engineering expertise and development insights to optimize site layouts, enhancing customer experiences.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining RaceTrac, Rowshi Craven held various engineering roles. Craven worked at Enercon Services, Inc. in multiple capacities, including Lead Civil/Structural Engineer, Civil/Structural Engineer II, and Construction Project Manager from 2010 to 2019. Prior to that, Craven was a Project Engineer at HOK from 2016 to 2018. Craven also gained experience as an Assistant Project Manager at PES Structural Engineers from 2005 to 2008. These roles contributed to Craven's comprehensive understanding of engineering and project management.
Education and Expertise
Rowshi Craven earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, completing the program from 2001 to 2004. Craven furthered education by obtaining a Master of Science in Structural Engineering from the same institution in 2009. This educational background provides Craven with a strong foundation in engineering principles, which is applied in current development management roles.
Community Engagement and Relationships
Rowshi Craven is known for fostering highly regarded relationships with governing municipalities and jurisdictions in Georgia. This network facilitates effective communication and collaboration during the development process. Craven's role in representing RaceTrac at public hearings highlights a commitment to community engagement and transparency in development projects.
Specialization in Development Processes
Rowshi Craven specializes in orchestrating end-to-end development processes for convenience stores and fueling stations. This specialization includes strategic insights and critical thinking methods applied throughout all stages of development. Craven's unique blend of engineering expertise and development insight helps optimize site layouts, ensuring that projects meet both operational needs and customer expectations.