NAVFAC Washington

Congratulations to Cmdr. Calvin Warren who has been named the Marine Corps Installations Command Officer of the year 2025 by the Marine Corps Installations Command. ? As the public works officer of PWD Quantico, Cmdr. Warren led his team to achieve 185 percent execution of maintenance projects, securing an additional $50 million for critical infrastructure improvements. ? "We literally keep the lights on, the water running and the streets clear,” said Cmdr. Warren, whose leadership supports the 39 Commandant’s priorities through $100 million in quality-of-life upgrades for the Marines. ? He will receive his award at the Installations and Logistics Excellence Awards Dinner on March 27, at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City in Alexandria, Virginia. #navfac #navfacwashington #leadershipexcellence #pwdquantico #usmc

Military personnel from NAVFAC Washington recently toured the Metro Purple Line Project new operation and maintenance facility as part of their All Officers Meeting (AOM)! This innovative project will transform travel across Maryland with 21 stations spanning 16 miles of modern light rail. Connecting Montgomery and Prince George's Counties, this vital transit link will connect directly to Metro's Red, Green, and Orange lines, link to MARC and Amtrak services, feature ADA-accessible, modern streetcars with bike storage and operate in dedicated lanes for reliable, efficient service. ? Whether you're commuting, shopping or exploring, the Purple Line will make getting around easier, faster and more sustainable for everyone. Stay tuned as we build a better-connected Maryland! #navfac #navfacwashington #missionreadiness

Today, March 5th, marks the 83rd birthday of our Fighting Seabees, and March 2nd was the 158th birthday of the Civil Engineer Corps.?In his message to the NAVFAC Washington team, Commanding Officer Capt. Omarr Tobias said, "One of the things I am most proud of in my life is serving in NAVFAC and the Naval Construction Force--with Compassion for others, we build and we fight! Throughout our journey in the Seabees, NAVFAC has been in the trenches with us, from performing engineering reconnaissance in contested areas, to bridge design and construction over land and water, and everything in between! Be proud of your history, and excited for your future!! From the arctic to the beltway we will pave our way to victory and guard it day and night. Happy Birthday my friends!" #navfac #navfacwashington #SeaBeesCanDo

Important update: This message is to inform you that the NAVFAC Washington Career Fair, originally scheduled for February 25th, has been postponed. We understand this is short notice and apologize for any inconvenience it may cause. We are working diligently to reschedule the event and will provide an update with the new date and details as soon as possible. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you at the rescheduled event.

Congratulations to Casey McCloud on being named NAVFAC's Architect of the Year! She was presented with her award during NAVFAC Washington's quarterly awards ceremony by Capt. Omarr Tobias, commanding officer. As a lead designer at PWD South Potomac – Dahlgren, Casey spearheaded $31.6 million in critical laboratory and secure space projects that support naval weapons integration research. Her innovative approach and exceptional leadership have driven her team to achieve the region's highest percentage of in-house design completion. Casey's commitment to excellence and implementation of cutting-edge design tools continues to elevate the technical capabilities of the entire Public Works Department. #navfac #navfacwashington #NavalArchitecture #Innovation

Congratulations to Brian Tiu on being named Project Manager of the Year! Currently managing a $1 billion military construction portfolio across the DMV area, Brian has proven himself as an exceptional leader in military construction management. NAVFAC Washington Commanding Officer Capt. Omarr Tobias presented him with his award during the recent quarterly awards ceremony. From overseeing the $114 million Foreign Material Exploitation Lab to managing 18 high-value contracts across Europe, Central and Africa regions, Brian's expertise has been crucial in delivering complex military construction projects. His strategic approach to risk management and technical oversight continues to set new standards for project execution at NAVFAC. #NAVFAC #navfacwashington #MilitaryConstruction #ProjectManagement #FederalConstruction

Congratulations to Rebecca Riley of PWD Washington on being named Civilian Engineer of the Year! A distinguished mechanical engineer and commissioning authority, she joined NAVFAC Washington in 2020 to manage the $340+ million Air Force One hangar project at Joint Base Andrews, ensuring the facility met the highest standards for the U.S. Air Force. Now serving as Planning, Design, and Construction Branch Head at PWD Washington, Rebecca has transformed her division by expanding the team to include 16 new professionals. Under her leadership, the team has executed 227 contract actions valued at over $93 million, while significantly improving project tracking metrics and establishing new standards for regulatory compliance. #navfac #navfacwashington #EngineeringExcellence #militaryreadiness

??? Congratulations, Lt. Cmdr. Victoria Gonzalez! She has been named the Military Engineer of the Year. During NAVFAC Washington's recent Quarterly Awards Ceremony, she received her award from Commanding Officer Capt. Omarr Tobias. This recognition celebrates her exceptional leadership and innovative approaches to military infrastructure management. Leading a dynamic team of 40 professionals, Lt. Cmdr. Gonzalez oversees 90 active construction projects valued at $163 million annually at Naval Support Activity Bethesda and the Uniformed Services University. Her team consistently exceeds expectations, executing 350% of their original budget while maintaining excellence in critical infrastructure repairs. Her innovative implementation of Power BI and Power Automate solutions has reduced administrative workload by 92 man-hours monthly, allowing her team to focus on critical field operations. During severe weather events, she demonstrated exceptional crisis management, leading emergency response efforts that restored power to 4,600 personnel at Marine Corps Base Quantico. Lt. Cmdr. Gonzalez has pioneered systematic improvements to HVAC systems, focusing on root-cause solutions rather than temporary fixes. Her strategic approach to contractor oversight and facility management has significantly enhanced operational capabilities at the world's largest military medical center, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. #navfac #navfacwashington #MilitaryEngineering #Leadership #Innovation #NavalFacilities

Join NAVFAC Washington at the Harborside Hotel in Oxon Hill, Maryland, on February 25th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to explore exciting opportunities in engineering, architecture, construction management and facilities maintenance, where you'll discover competitive benefits, career growth potential, and meaningful work supporting the Navy and Marine Corps. Use the QR code on the flyer to register. See you there!! #navfac #navfacwashington #Careerfair #Missionreadiness