Bryan O'Sullivan

The Dutra Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Bryan O’Sullivan to the role of Chief Operating Officer.

An 18-year veteran of the company, Mr. O’Sullivan has served in multiple leadership and operational roles, including Field Engineer, Project Manager, Construction Division Manager, and most recently as Vice President of Marine Construction since early 2023.

Mr. O’Sullivan joined Dutra after earning his B.S. in Construction Management from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Throughout his career, he has earned the respect of colleagues and long-standing partners alike for his steady leadership, unwavering commitment to safety, and proven ability to deliver complex projects from planning through completion. Notable projects under his oversight include the Oroville Emergency Spillway Recovery efforts and the ongoing Pier G Wharf Extension at the Port of Long Beach. In his new role, Mr. O’Sullivan will report directly to Harry K. Stewart, President and CEO of The Dutra Group.

“I want to thank Bill Dutra, Executive Chairman and Harry Stewart, President and Chief Executive Officer for this opportunity and the trust that they have in our team,” said O’Sullivan. “Their foresight has positioned our team and assets as leaders in the Marine Industry. I look forward to continuing the integral work that we perform in a safe and efficient manner.”

Mr. O’Sullivan’s promotion to the role of COO comes at a very dynamic time in the maritime industry and will call on him to exercise his experience and expertise across multiple Dutra Divisions and Departments, including Dredging, Marine Construction, Delta Levee Rock Placement, Environmental Restoration, as well as ensuring compliant internal business administration and profitability. Additionally, rapidly changing market demands and practices present new work opportunities, both within Dutra’s historic core capabilities, and from new sources, which must be evaluated and balanced.

The Dutra Group is an industry-leading, family-owned heavy civil marine construction company with more than a century of experience in Dredging, Marine Construction, Ecological Restoration, and Barged Materials services. Based in San Rafael, California, the Company operates nationwide and across the Pacific Rim.