Listen "EP 17: Leaving a Lasting Legacy Through Purpose-Driven Projects with Joseph Pizzurro of VHB"
Episode Synopsis
Join us for a conversation with Joseph Pizzurro, SVP and Northeast Regional Manager of VHB. Joseph reflects on his path from manual drafting to executive leadership and how VHB is driving impact across public and private markets through innovation, strategic planning and a commitment to shaping how people live, move and connect.Key Takeaways:(07:39) From execution to strategy — managing across three horizons.(11:05) If you focus only on today, tomorrow’s pipeline disappears.(18:50) Impacting daily life through infrastructure projects.(21:27) Building a station and then commuting through it for 20 years.(24:52) Tech isn’t replacing engineers — it’s unlocking what they can build next.(28:07) Scan once, capture everything — no reshoots, no surprises.(30:27) Advising policymakers on asset condition assessments.(33:54) The future for VHB in transit, coastal work and housing — built with scale and speed.Resources Mentioned:Joseph Pizzurrohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-pizzurro-93248633/VHB | LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/vhb/VHB | Websitehttps://www.vhb.com/"Conquering Gotham" by Jill Jonneshttps://www.amazon.com/Conquering-Gotham-Building-Station-Tunnels/dp/0143113240Thanks for listening to the “Building Better Futures” podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review, and be sure to subscribe so you never miss any insightful conversations.#PeopleDevelopment #WorkplaceCulture #AECpodcast
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