Primera is happy to announce the promotion of Rina Vidri, PE, LEED AP BD+C, to Senior Mechanical Group Manager. As our Mechanical group lead for the past five years, Rina has proven her ability to solve technical issues, successfully manage a team, and provide clients with first-rate service. In her new role, Rina will continue to oversee the mechanical aspect of all our buildings projects while also aiding in process improvements, contributing to business development efforts, and ensuring quality assurances for all phases of project development.

Rina earned her bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Riga Technical University in Latvia. She moved to the United States with her family and began her career as an associate engineer, utilizing her unique blend of creative-thinking and technical skills to propel her career further. She joined Primera in 2012. Her experience and dedication to our firm make her the perfect person to oversee the development and execution of all mechanical engineering projects.

“Rina continuously demonstrates top-notch leadership and technical skills,” says Ken Panucci, Senior Vice President and Buildings Division Manager. “She is eager to share her knowledge and expertise with her team, making her a great mentor and the right person to take our mechanical projects to the next level,” he explains.

Founded in 1987, Primera is a full-service, certified woman owned (WBE) engineering design and consulting firm offering a wide range of professional services with a focus in four major areas of expertise: Buildings, Transportation, Utilities, and Consulting. Primera’s core service offerings include a wide range of professional services in the disciplines of mechanical, electrical, plumbing (M/E/P), structural, civil, and telecommunications engineering, as well as commissioning, energy, architecture, sustainability, life safety, lighting, transportation, natural gas, power delivery, project and construction management, and business consulting services.