Ep 28 - Engineering Greatness with Destry Kenning + Chris Garcia

Ep 28 - Engineering Greatness with Destry Kenning + Chris Garcia

From Engineering Greatness by American Concrete Institute

October 16, 2025 · 28 min · Season 3 · Episode 28

About this episode

Destry Kenning and Chris Garcia discuss their journeys in civil engineering and the importance of real-world experience and mentorship.

In this episode, Destry Kenning, product manager at SureBuilt Manufacturing, and Chris Garcia, structures project manager at DPR Construction, share their journeys from the classroom to the construction site. They discuss how real-world experience shaped their careers in civil engineering and concrete, the mentors who guided their growth, and the lessons learned along the way. The conversation highlights the importance of hands-on learning, professional resilience, and building connections through organizations like the American Concrete Institute (ACI). Both guests offer practical advice and encouragement for students and emerging professionals pursuing a future in construction. Check out the video podcast here: https://youtu.be/h0SGdnGco6U Engineering Greatness is produced by Association Briefings.

People in this episode

Guests: Destry Kenning, Chris Garcia

Topics covered

  • civil engineering
  • construction
  • mentorship
  • hands-on learning
  • professional resilience
  • career development

Keywords

  • civil engineering
  • construction
  • mentorship
  • hands-on learning
  • professional resilience
  • career advice
  • American Concrete Institute

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: SureBuilt Manufacturing, DPR Construction, American Concrete Institute, Association Briefings

Places: construction site, classroom

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