Sean O'Mara - Winner of Exceptional Leader Award

Sean O'Mara is the National College Recruiting Lead for DPR Construction. In this role, Sean leads the college recruiting team to meet the hiring needs of a national construction firm. He has developed strategies based on company initiatives and challenges such as diversity, regional development, COVID and much more. Prior to his current role, he worked as a construction superintendent for DPR. For nine years, he led teams to successful completion of technically demanding projects that impact the people and communities in which he lives. He is passionate about hiring and developing future leaders that are dedicated to changing the world.

Career Highlight

Amidst the pandemic, Sean O'Mara was able to reimagine the traditional internship, creating an unparalleled virtual experience that offered participants access to DPR management and insight into what makes DPR a market leader. Students competed in teams, tackling real world assignments and a step-by-step approach to the construction process. The top teams presented their work to DPR's management committee, gaining valuable feedback from industry leaders. While others cancelled internships altogether, Sean was able to create a unique program of lasting value.