Advancing the Art and Science of Project Delivery

The Strategic Project Delivery Institute was founded on a simple belief: the infrastructure industry achieves its best results when talented people work together around a common purpose.

SPDI brings together owners, engineers, contractors, consultants, educators, and other industry leaders to advance the practice of strategic project delivery.

We provide a neutral forum for sharing knowledge, developing leaders, challenging conventional thinking, and advancing strategies that improve how infrastructure projects and programs are planned, funded, procured, and delivered.

We believe project success begins with trust. Trust creates meaningful collaboration. Collaboration unlocks innovation. And innovation, when aligned with sound strategy and disciplined execution, produces better outcomes for owners, project teams, and the communities they serve.

Educate & Equip

Connect & Collaborate

Vision

Improved project outcomes through strategic delivery.

Purpose

Advance the practice of project delivery through education and collaboration.

Core Belief

Our Role

Advance Best Practices

Innovate

Advocate

Our Differentiator

SPDI is not about promoting one delivery method.

It is about helping the industry make better delivery decisions.

Our Team

Gregg Hostetler is Consor North America’s Executive Vice President of Strategic Project Delivery and a co-founder of the Strategic Project Delivery Institute (SPDI). A national leader in collaborative and innovative project delivery, Gregg specializes in helping owners, consultants, and contractors deliver infrastructure programs faster, at better value, and with higher quality.
He played a key leadership role in Osceola County, Florida’s award-winning CM/GC transportation program – nearly $350 million in rapid roadway and bridge capacity improvements, recognized as the “most rapidly deployed program in the nation.” Gregg has also co-led several pioneering tribal CM/GC pilot programs that achieved significant time and cost savings through innovation.
With deep roots in bridge management solutions, he brings a holistic, risk-aware approach to strategic planning and delivery of major infrastructure programs.

Dustin has been involved in complex heavy civil and transportation projects across the United States for more than 15 years. He currently works for Archer Western Construction (Archer Western) in their Irving, Texas office.
Dustin manages business development and pursuits for the Gulf Coast region which includes identifying new opportunities, meeting with potential clients and developing strategic relationships with construction and engineering partners. He brings a strong track record of strategic growth, stakeholder engagement, and pursuit leadership for large, multi-stakeholder capital programs.
Throughout his career, Dustin has worked closely with public agencies, private developers, and industry partners to align technical capabilities with client objectives and long-term program outcomes. His expertise includes market strategy, public-sector procurement, risk assessment, partnership development, and navigating collaborative delivery models.
Dustin is actively engaged in industry associations that advance best practices and collaboration. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) Southwest Chapter and on the Board of Directors–Programs for the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Dallas Post.
He earned his Bachelor’s of Science degree in Public Relations from the University of Texas at Austin.

Geoff serves as Vice President of Alternative Delivery for SEMA Construction, where he leads the pursuit, procurement, and execution of progressive contracting projects nationwide. In this role, he ensures SEMA remains at the forefront of collaborative contracting and innovative project delivery methods.
A recognized expert in Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC), Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), Progressive Design-Build (PDB), and other alternative delivery models, Geoff specializes in risk assessment, value engineering, and stakeholder engagement to optimize project outcomes. His hands-on approach enables him to work closely with project teams, owners, and industry leaders to guide procurement strategies and execution plans, ensuring seamless and successful delivery.
Prior to joining SEMA Construction, Geoff spent nearly 17 years as a design project manager. During that time, he managed Colorado’s first Progressive Design-Build project, the Peaks to Plains Trail through Clear Creek Canyon, and led multiple CM/GC and Design-Build projects. This combined experience as both a designer and contractor provides Geoff with a comprehensive perspective and deep understanding of best practices across alternative delivery methods.

Lisa Wilson is the Deputy Director of Engineering and Operations at the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT). Utah is a national leader in Alternative Delivery of transportation projects. She was instrumental in the development of the Department’s processes and was the project manager for many of the first CM/GC and Design Build projects in the State of Utah. Her continued leadership in project delivery has helped make UDOT one of the most innovative and strategic DOTs in the nation.

Tom recently joined Ames Construction as the Transportation Market Director for the Western US. His strong background in alternative delivery makes him a great leader to help Ames grow in their already successful alternative delivery program.
Prior to joining Ames, Tom spent 44 years as an engineering consultant and was the national practice lead for alternative delivery for the last 5 years. He is a recognized expert by his peers in alternative delivery and has been on many successful projects in many states including Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico, South Carolina, and Utah.
Tom has been exclusively involved in alternative delivery projects for the last 20 years of his career including Design-Build, Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC), Progressive Design-Build (PDB), and other forms of alternative delivery. He has been part of the Owner’s Engineer Team as well as the Contractor’s Engineer. Having worked in many states and been involved with multiple markets such as transportation, water/wastewater, and federal, he brings a wide perspective to the SPDI Team.

Over the course of his almost 20-year career, Scot Grossman has developed a deep understanding of, and demonstrated proven solutions to, multi-disciplinary issues on complex projects. He specializes in alternative delivery projects and efficiently navigating all aspects of a project’s lifecycle – from concept to ribbon cutting. As an Owner Project Manager and Program Manager, Scot has completed projects totaling well over $150 million. He is well-versed in civil design and construction, government procurement, alternative delivery methods, construction management, environmental permitting, land conservation, contract negotiations, and community engagement.
Scot has spent the last 16 years working for Jefferson County Parks & Open Space, currently serving as the Project Management Supervisor. In this role, Scot is responsible for overseeing design and construction of the organization's capital improvement program. Scot’s projects have won numerous awards around the country, and he prides himself on taking part in projects that will long outlive him. Scot holds a Master of Urban Planning degree, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Biology. In his free time, you can find him skiing, hiking, cooking delicious meals without following recipes, and otherwise exploring the outdoors.

Ira Barrow, Vice President of Operations at VRX, Inc., brings over 25 years of experience in construction and infrastructure management, with a strong focus on CM/GC and alternative delivery. He has led more than 125 transportation and civil infrastructure projects for State agencies, providing CM/GC leadership, construction management, QA oversight, CEI services, and engineering coordination. His portfolio includes major CM/GC, Progressive Design‑Build, and other alternative delivery programs for the Hualapai Tribe, the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma, and the Seminole Nation. Through disciplined QA, clear communication, and collaborative leadership, he delivers complex infrastructure programs that provide long-term community value.

Randy Jensen began his career at the Colorado of Transportation (CDOT) more than 45 years ago and held a variety of positions for 32+ years there with increasing responsibility and leadership culminating as a Region Director in the Denver Metro area. He then spent 10 years of service at the Federal Highway Administration – Colorado Division where he directed a multi-functional team of professionals responsible for the administration of the Federal-Aid Highway Program including Emergency Relief and Alternative Delivery. Randy is currently providing Subject Matter Expertise in federal-aid, resiliency, federal-aid emergency relief, alternative contracting, highway construction, highway maintenance, asset management, pavement and materials, structures, traffic and safety, and training for Muller Engineering in Lakewood Colorado.
Randy was a member of CDOT’s Innovative Contracting Advisory Committee (ICAC), helping institutionalize alternative delivery for CDOT. He was a contributing author of CDOT’s Project Delivery Selection Matrix (PDSM) which is a goal-oriented, risk-based decision matrix to determine a project’s proper delivery method and their Construction Manager General Construction (CM/GC) manual.
Randy recently co-authored an Alternative Project Delivery Guide for Boulder County and trained County staff on how to use it.

Chris Wilson serves as Chief Strategy Officer for ICE Teams, where he guides organizational strategy and leads the firm’s independent cost estimating program. With more than 20 years of experience in contracting, estimating, scheduling, and consulting, he brings deep expertise in collaborative delivery and was an early adopter of CMGC in the 2000s.
Chris is known for identifying cost efficiencies, evaluating alternative construction methods, and helping owners optimize value through early contractor involvement. He is a DBIA-certified professional and holds a BS in Construction Management as well as an MBA with a focus on risk management.
He also serves as Treasurer for the Strategic Project Delivery Institute (SPDI).

Clark D. Prothero, P.E. is Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Raba Kistner, Inc.’s Infrastructure Group. Clark has over 33 years’ experience in transportation, heavy civil and rail projects. As Chief Operating Officer for Raba Kistner Infrastructure, Clark manages all of the Infrastructures operations across the United States except for Texas. Clark is also currently fulfilling the role of Project Quality Manager on multiple P3/Design-Build Projects across the United States. Since 2010 Clark has been involved in some of the largest P3/Design-Build Projects in the United States totaling over $21 Billion in construction value.

Kenneth E. Atkins, P.E., is an expert in Alternative Delivery Methods (ACMs) and Project Bundling, focusing on Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, Construction Manager/General Contractor, and Public-Private Partnerships.
He has led significant ACM programs, including Osceola County’s $1 billion initiative and the City of Orlando’s $40 million LYNX Transit Expansion, showcasing his leadership in high-profile projects.
His innovative bundling approach allowed for the simultaneous delivery of 18 projects, earning him recognition as one of Engineering News-Record’s Top 25 Newsmakers.
Since 1992, he has taught construction and leadership courses at the University of Florida and authored seven publications in the field.
In addition to his professional work, Kenneth serves as a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army, applying his expertise in both military and public service contexts.

Shane Malkowski, P.E., DBIA is the Engineering Director for Sundt Construction’s Transportation Group and is based in Vancouver, Washington. With more than 25 years of experience spanning both design and construction, Shane brings a comprehensive understanding of project development — from the technical nuances of engineering to the operational needs of contractors.
Throughout his career, Shane has specialized in alternative delivery methods, including design-build and CMAR/CMGC. He leads a multidisciplinary team dedicated to integrating design, construction, and estimating to deliver seamless, high-quality preconstruction services. His leadership supports alternative delivery projects across all Sundt’s markets and geographic regions, ensuring consistency, innovation, and preconstruction excellence.
Shane holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Arizona. He is a registered Professional Engineer in Washington, Texas, and Arizona, and a certified Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) professional.