WESTWOOD WELCOMES COO, DEAN PALUMBO

PLANO, Texas, Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dean Palumbo as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Palumbo joins Westwood with an extensive background in the A&E industry and a focus on leading and building strong teams. 

Palumbo will oversee Westwood's operations, focusing on driving growth across all of Westwood. His vision and leadership will be pivotal as we continue to expand our influence across the industry. 

"What attracted me to Westwood is its commitment to excellence. I am excited to join a team that is dedicated to making a lasting impact," says Palumbo. 

With over 35 years of experience, Palumbo previously served as President of Government Solutions at Witt O'Brien's | Ambipar Response, where he led initiatives in emergency management and disaster recovery. Prior to that, he was Senior Vice President at Stantec, where he led the operations of the Western US and principal leadership on projects such as the University of Texas at Austin Enabling Program, Moody Arena Project, and the California High Speed Rail. 

CEO Bryan P. Powell, PE, expresses strong confidence in Palumbo's abilities. "Dean's extensive experience and proven track record in project management, operations, and working in complex businesses make him an invaluable addition to our team."  

Palumbo's expertise in navigating complex environments and fostering strategic relationships will be instrumental as Westwood continues to deliver solutions to our clients throughout the country. 

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)
Westwood is an award-winning, full-service, professional engineering firm specializing in wind energy, solar energy, energy storage, power delivery, EV infrastructure, commercial, institutional, residential, and public infrastructure projects. Westwood was established in 1972. Through a focus on its people, culture, and clients, Westwood has quickly expanded to serve clients across the nation. View more Westwood facts. 

Awards
In 2025, Zweig Group ranked Westwood nationally at #9 on its Hot Firms list. Westwood was recently recognized as #77 in the ENR Top 500 Firms in 2025. The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide. 

SOURCE Westwood Professional Services, Inc.