DENVER, Colo. (November 4, 2026) – PCL Construction Services, Inc. announces that three of its rising leaders have been recognized among Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) Top Young Professionals in the Mountain States, West, and Texas & Southeast regions. This year’s honorees have demonstrated leadership, career progress and community involvement in their regions. As these emerging leaders continue to shape the future of the construction industry, PCL celebrates their dedication to innovation, collaboration and excellence.
West: Damion Morris, marketing and communications manager
As marketing and communications manager for the California Buildings division, Morris continues to forge a distinct path as a business leader. He has led the pursuit strategy for some of PCL’s landmark design-build and joint venture projects, including billion-dollar airport projects, UCSB’s East Campus Housing and the Pasadena Central Library.
Respected across the construction industry for his multidisciplinary marketing approach, Morris has designed processes and methods that helped deliver more than $4 billion in competitive and award-winning projects, including ENR's National Project of the Year for the Southeastern Live Well Center, PCL’s first recognition of the kind in its 120-year history, and ENR West’s 2026 Best Project winner and National Project of the Year finalist and Excellence in Safety honors for Crypto.com Arena renovations.
His leadership also stretches across the company, where he has implemented firmwide trainings and led California Buildings to more award wins than any other PCL district. Morris’s leadership includes prioritizing the growth of other PCL professionals, as he embodies his passion for elevating the careers of those on his team, whom his mentorship has helped earn numerous promotions and honors of their own.
“Vision and execution combine to yield progress toward building a better future,” said Michael Headrick, senior vice president and district manager for PCL’s California Buildings. “Damion integrates both and lives PCL’s values of excellence and leadership. Turning ideas into action and utilizing the resources at his disposal, Damion is exceptionally deserving of this recognition.”
Mountain States: Jamie Safulko, area manager
As area manager for PCL’s Civil operations in Denver, Safulko drives strategic growth in water infrastructure projects across Colorado, Utah, Idaho and New Mexico and leads with authenticity and empathy. She draws on a public-sector background to bridge the gaps between owner and contractor to prioritize community health, economic resilience and quality of life in the communities where she works. She has played an integral role in PCL’s rapid expansion of its water infrastructure work through her genuine and structured process, which has built trust and lasting partnerships during many successful pursuits.
Quickly becoming a recognized leader in the water industry, Safulko has overseen milestone projects including the Klein Facility Enhancement Project, which uses advanced ion exchange technology to remove PFAS from up to 18 million gallons of groundwater per day, and the Westminster Boulevard Drinking Water Facility, which is designed to treat 14.7 million gallons per day. Her industry leadership extends beyond her project work. She serves on the Executive Board of the Rocky Mountain Water Environment Association as the Water Environment Federation delegate and chairs the Women in Water Committee, bringing meaningful connection and advance women in the industry. Safulko has also been appointed to the Water For People Leadership Council, where she represents PCL as the first contractor to join the council.
“The growth of our employees is a top priority,” said Ankur Talwar, district manager for PCL’s Civil operations in the West. “Standout team members like Jamie embody the passion and resourcefulness that we value at PCL, and we’re proud to celebrate this milestone with her.”
Texas & Southeast: Cooper Chesebro, director of preconstruction
As director, Chesebro oversees preconstruction strategy for PCL’s Tampa Area Office, part of the Florida Buildings Group. His respected and collaborative leadership has led to wide trust as he has contributed to more than $1.3 billion in revenue, which includes ambitious entertainment projects for Disney and Universal. He has played an integral role in PCL’s expansion throughout the southeast, implementing technologies and methods that have improved efficiency, consistency and strengthened data-driven decision-making across PCL’s preconstruction operations.
Chesebro’s impact on the people he works with is clear. Through his work in preconstruction and operations, he has mentored dozens and led training initiatives that educated hundreds across the southeast. He has also established an outsized presence in the community, supporting Habitat for Humanity, United Way of Florida and Feeding Tampa Bay through fundraising and volunteer leadership.
“Generating meaningful community impact is at the heart of PCL’s operations, and we pride ourselves on developing employees who deliver it,” said Chris Ritter, district manager for PCL’s Orlando Buildings Division. “Whether supporting important causes or interacting with critical project partners, Cooper’s genuine approach and commitment to others make him an effective community and workplace leader.”
About PCL Construction
PCL Construction is one of the most respected and accomplished global construction leaders, comprising independent companies operating throughout the United States, Canada, the Caribbean and Australia. With an annual construction volume of $9.9 billion USD, PCL builds projects that shape communities and strengthen infrastructure. The company’s 100% employee ownership model fuels a culture of commitment for clients in the buildings, civil infrastructure, heavy industrial and solar markets. With a strategic presence in more than 30 major centers, PCL’s leadership teams consistently drive innovation and set new benchmarks for excellence, bringing unparalleled skill to every project. Watch us build at PCL.com.