Irvine, California – October 6, 2026
Mark Nero and Jeff Stempson Appointed as Principals
Widening the Arc of Leadership – Mark Nero and Jeff Stempson Appointed as Principals
Building on Fuscoe’s continued growth and commitment to excellence, we are proud to announce the appointment of two new Principals within our firm: Mark Nero, PE, Senior Project Manager and Jeff Stempson, Director of Information Technology. This recognition reflects Jeff and Mark’s significant contributions to Fuscoe’s success and the meaningful impact they will continue to have on our clients and team.
“Jeff and Mark are remarkable talents, and it is my pleasure to welcome them to the Principal ranks at Fuscoe. They consistently go to great lengths to innovate, drive continuous improvement within our firm, and deliver exceptional value to our clients. They have earned the trust and respect of their fellow employee-owners as well as the broader development community.”
John Olivier, PE | CEO
Our Newest Principals: Mark Nero, PE and Jeff Stempson
MARK NERO, PE
Principal/Senior Project Manager
Fuscoe Team Member since 2011
As Principal/Senior Project Manager at Fuscoe, Mark is recognized for his dedication to client service, technical excellence, and team mentorship. Mark has 30+ years of experience within the civil engineering field and is highly respected for his technical expertise. Mark leads Fuscoe’s commercial, industrial, and hospitality team, and has managed high-profile projects throughout California. Mark is dedicated to delivering successful projects for his clients and continues to make significant impacts through his leadership of key firm initiatives. Mark maintains many long-term clients such as Costco Wholesale, Shopoff Realty Investments, and Sares-Regis Group.
“Fuscoe has been, by far, the best company I have worked for in my career, and I am grateful for the people and opportunities that have made my time here so rewarding. Being appointed to Principal is both a privilege and a responsibility, and I look forward to helping make a company I hold so dear even better.”
Mark Nero, PE | Principal/Senior Project Manager
JEFF STEMPSON
Principal/Director of Information Technology
Fuscoe Team Member since 1993
In his role as Principal/Director of IT, Jeff leads firmwide technology and innovation initiatives to help shape Fuscoe’s organizational effectiveness. Jeff serves as a trusted advisor to the firm’s leadership, helping align business objectives, operational needs, and technology solutions to position Fuscoe for long-term success. Throughout his career, Jeff has led transformative initiatives that have strengthened technology infrastructure, modernized business operations, expanded knowledge-sharing programs, and improved employee productivity.
“Stepping into a principal role is a huge milestone for me, but it’s really about taking true ownership of where our firm is headed and how we support our clients. It means taking responsibility not just for delivering great work, but for protecting our culture and pushing our technical standards forward. It’s an honor and a privilege to step into this position, and I’m excited to help drive our long-term success together.”
Jeff Stempson | Principal/Director of Information Technology
For additional information please contact:
Robin Robinson
Vice President, Marketing
rrobinson@fuscoe.com
949.474.1960