David Campbell's career in the construction industry began with a design and engineering firm, but it was the satisfaction of seeing projects come to life as tangible buildings that truly ignited his passion. This realization led him to join PCL nearly 20 years ago. Over the years, Campbell has taken on various roles at PCL, including project manager, special projects manager and strategic expansion manager. In the strategic expansion role, Campbell and his team evaluated opportunities for PCL's geographic growth. With a strong and growing market for aviation, hospitality and data center projects – all areas where PCL excels – Campbell and his team identified the Phoenix and Arizona geographic region as an ideal market to expand PCL's vertical construction expertise. With a well-rooted presence in Arizona’s Civil Infrastructure division, the company’s new Phoenix Buildings Office, launched in 2025, is poised to accelerate growth and strengthen its impact in the region.

Today, Campbell serves as the district manager for PCL's Phoenix Buildings office, where he oversees business operations and is focused on creating new partnerships throughout the region. 

Throughout his career, Campbell has been involved in several iconic projects that have significantly impacted PCL. One standout project was the renovation of the Naples Ritz Carlton, where he served as a project manager. This extensive renovation required shutting down the entire property, renovating 450 guest rooms and four restaurants in just nine weeks. The project demanded intricate coordination and teamwork, bringing together PCL employees from multiple offices. 

"We brought in team members from our offices across the country. As a project manager, I had to unite this group of individuals who had never worked together before on a high-pressure project,” says Campbell. “Despite the challenges, it was incredibly successful and an experience that has stuck with me throughout my career."

The success of this project not only led to repeat work with the client but also bolstered PCL's reputation in the hospitality market. 

Another notable project was the American Dream project, a sprawling five million square-foot shopping center and entertainment complex in New Jersey. “That was the largest project PCL had undertaken in the U.S. at the time,” says Campbell. “The sheer scale of the structure and the complexity of the project presented a lot of unique challenges and learning opportunities, and it’s a project I’m proud to have been a part of.”

Following the success of the American Dream project, Campbell transitioned to the role of special projects manager in Denver, where he successfully grew the department's annual volume from less than $30 million to over $80 million in four years. The division’s guiding principle – compact, complex, quick, and competitive – enables clients to leverage the resources and expertise of a major contractor, tailored to the demands of smaller, fast-paced projects.

Campbell attributes the success of his projects not just to strategy and execution, but to the remarkable colleagues who have made them possible. 

"For me, the people at PCL make all the difference," says Campbell. "The supportive and collaborative environment sets us apart." He also believes this culture greatly benefits PCL's clients. "We have an ingrained culture of fairness, honesty and due diligence," Campbell explains. "We listen to our clients' visions and work tirelessly to bring them to reality, making PCL a long-term trusted industry partner."