OMAHA, NE — John Dineen, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, has been promoted to Education, Science, and Advanced Technologies (ESAT) Principal in HDR’s Omaha, Nebraska, architecture studio.

In his new role, he will lead pursuits, oversee strategic planning and business and client development, and direct ESAT project teams in the Omaha architecture studio. In collaboration with local office and regional ESAT leadership, he will also help drive the direction of the sector in the region and beyond.

"John has been instrumental in the leadership of our practice. I’ve been inspired by his unwavering dedication to our clients and colleagues," said Matthew Whaley, Managing Principal of Omaha's architecture studio. "In his new role, John will leverage his established relationships to drive growth in our local ESAT market. With his passion and expertise, we will further develop strategic initiatives aimed at expanding HDR’s presence across the region."

“This role provides a new opportunity to grow the ESAT market sector in the Omaha architecture practice," Dineen said. "I am looking forward to working with our extraordinarily talented team to help elevate HDR’s presence with our ESAT clients in the region."

Dineen has over two decades of experience in the industry, including planning and design for architectural projects of varying scope and size. He has worked with a wide array of clients on a number of projects, including the University of Nebraska Lied Center, University of Texas Health Science Center, the Kiewitt Luminarium, Creighton University Rigge Science Building Lab Renovations, Jesse Jones Library Phased Renovation, as well as other civic and health care projects.