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Durham County Engineering and Environmental

Project Management

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What We Do

The Project Management Division manages the planning, design, and construction of capital improvement projects for County-owned facilities. This encompasses significant renovations as well as new construction initiatives. The Capital Improvement Plan, adopted by the Board of County Commissioners in 2020, includes projects recommended in the 2016 Space Needs Analysis and Facility Master Plan, along with additional projects identified by community input, County staff, and State mandates.

Our Programs & Services

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Green Buildings

Durham County has demonstrated a public commitment to sustainability and green buildings.

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Special Initiatives

Durham County is committed to addressing the growing need for affordable housing in our community through innovative strategies, partnerships, and investment.

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Project Design Guidelines

The Project Management Division of Engineering and Environmental Services has assembled the following information to assist the Architects and Designers who work with us.

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Recently Completed Projects

The following projects have been recently completed by the Durham County's Engineering and Environmental Services department.

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Current Projects

See Durham County's current engineering & environmental projects.

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High Performance Building Policy (PDF)

Durham County is committed to improving the health of its employees and its citizens, improving energy efficiency, reducing waste, and conserving water.

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Meet the team

Project Management Staff

James M. Faress, P.E.

Senior Project Manager, Division Manager

jfaress@dconc.gov

919-560-7963

Brenda Hayes-Bright, Assoc. AIA, CDT, MPM

Project Manager

bbright@dconc.gov

919-560-7991

Joel T. Jones, MPA

Project Manager

jtjones@dconc.gov

919-560-7993

Dan Nosbusch

Project Manager

dnosbusch@dconc.gov

919-943-2268

Haley Williamson, MCE

Renewable Energy Project Manager

hwilliamson@dconc.gov

919-287-3632

Sarah A. Martin, MFA

Public Art Coordinator

sarahmartin@dconc.gov

919-560-7949

Deborah Waterman, BS, MBA

Contracts Specialist

dwaterman@dconc.gov

919-560-7964

Contact Us

Project Management Fax: (919) 560-0740