On March 30, TPD team members gathered at Greystone Public House in Harrisburg to celebrate the retirement of Doug Stumpp and recognize the tremendous impact he has had on the company throughout his distinguished career.
During the luncheon, Don Jacobs, Matt Hickson, and Doug shared heartfelt remarks reflecting on Doug’s many contributions and the relationships he built during his time at TPD. In his remarks, Doug spoke candidly about what led him to join TPD in 2005 and how grateful he has been for that decision ever since.
Over the past two decades, Doug has made an indelible mark on TPD. He was instrumental in launching the firm’s NBIS Inspection Team, guiding it from its infancy into the strong, multi-district operation it is today. Under his leadership, the team grew to serve PennDOT Central Office, multiple PennDOT districts, and numerous county and municipal clients.
Doug’s influence extended well beyond bridge inspection. He played a key role in developing TPD’s QA/QC policies, helped establish the filing system that continues to support project delivery across the company, and created the paper price proposal Excel tool that remains in use today. His leadership, technical expertise, and commitment to mentorship have been vital to the growth and success of TPD’s nearly 30-person Structures Department.
Known for his attention to quality, steady guidance, and deep engineering knowledge, Doug has helped shape the careers of countless colleagues while setting a high standard of excellence for the department and the firm as a whole.
While Doug is retiring from TPD, his passion for engineering and education will continue through his long-standing involvement with Messiah University, where he teaches and mentors future engineers.
Doug’s legacy is woven into the fabric of TPD. His contributions, leadership, and unwavering commitment to excellence have helped shape who we are today. We thank Doug for his many years of service and wish him all the best as he begins this well-earned next chapter.
Congratulations on your retirement, Doug!
