Jacksonville, Fla.-based design, engineering, construction and mechanical services firm Stellar has named Brian Kappele CEO. Beginning at Stellar as an intern in 1997, he has worked in various company positions, most recently as president and COO under CEO Mike Santarone, who will transition to executive chairman on Stellar’s board of directors.
DPR Construction has elevated Mark Whitson to president. Based in Cary, N.C., he joined the firm in 2001 and formerly led its sourheast region. DPR is based in Redwood City, Calif.