The Dutra Group
Zachary Jenkins is an experienced hydrographer currently employed at Dutra since September 2017. Prior to this role, Zachary served as a Marine Scientist, Hydrographer, and Diver at Sea Engineering, Inc. from March 2017 to September 2017, and held similar positions at Land and Sea Surveying Concepts from May 2015 to March 2017. Earlier in their career, Zachary worked at Appalachian State University from April 2010 to August 2014 as a Physics Tutor, Research Assistant Laboratory Manager, and Graduate Teaching Assistant. Zachary possesses a Master’s degree in Marine Science from the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric and Earth Science, completed in 2015, and holds a Master's degree in Engineering Physics/Applied Physics/MBA along with a Bachelor's degree in Physics, both from Appalachian State University.
The Dutra Group
The Dutra Group is a leading heavy civil marine contractor focused on strengthening our nation’s infrastructure through sustainable dredging and marine construction. The Dutra Group is made up of three distinct but integrated companies that provide a turn-key, one-stop organization supplying services to those who want to work with an industry leader. Dutra Dredging, Construction and Materials have the capability to handle any sized project in all aspects of land and marine construction, from the overall concept to the slightest detail. With one call, our customers know they can have it all -- delivered with reliability, pride and experience. Dutra Dredging supports a wide range of customers from governmental agencies to private industry members. From new projects to maintenance dredging with an emphasis on environmental protection, our company utilizes the best people, equipment and facilities to meet the needs of our diverse client base. Dutra Marine Construction provides the expertise and required resources to build in a multitude of marine environments. Most of our marine construction projects involve activities such as bridge and pier construction, pile driving, demolition, levee maintenance, rock placement and mooring systems. Dutra Materials primary source of aggregate is strategically located in one of the fastest growing areas in the Western United States. The San Rafael Rock Quarry has in excess of 50 million tons of aggregate reserves with the only waterside distribution center in the San Francisco Bay Area. Dutra Materials uniqueness is its ability to be the most cost-effective transporter of quality aggregate in this region. With our combined dredging, marine construction and materials resources, The Dutra Group brings a strong commitment and competitiveness for growth and development to our valued clients in our geographical area.