Mr. DeVries comes to SD with more than 33 years of experience in both the public and private sectors. Scott is highly experienced in Local, State, and Federally funded programs, public engagement, permitting, and all aspects of a project, from design to delivery.
Scott successfully led and completed a multitude of infrastructure projects including water distribution studies, hydrologic studies, numerous water systems evaluations, and wastewater and sanitary sewer systems, among others.
He received his Bachelor and Master of Science in Civil Engineering from Michigan State University. A registered PE in the State of Michigan, Scott has been recognized with multiple awards from industry associations including Michigan Society of Professional Engineers (MSPE) Capital Area Chapter Engineer of the Year and Michigan Water Environmental Association’s (MWEA) Young Professional of the Year.
Scott enjoys MSU football and basketball, and traveling with his wife and children. His family has hosted several foreign exchange students from France, Spain, and Switzerland.