Gregory Zenk, PE
"The founders of GPI built a cultural foundation based on empowerment which continues today with management leadership. This philosophy builds an environment that allows people to stretch and exceed their own expectations."
Greg Zenk, PE, has 38 years of experience in the engineering and construction field, working for both contractors and Consulting Engineering Firms. Greg joined GPI in 1994 as an inspector and now serves as an Executive Vice President/Branch Manager. He currently sits on the American Council of Engineering Companies of New York – MTA Bridges & Tunnels Sub-committee and is involved with the American Society of Civil Engineers.
Born and raised in West Islip, NY, a south shore Long Island community bordering the Great South Bay, Greg has a profound connection with the water, having fished, sailed, boated, and surfed on Long Island and worldwide. Greg’s background in team sports instilled a sense of teamwork and the importance of collaboration, clear communication, and problem-solving.
Outside of work, Greg enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, two of whom are civil engineers.
Memberships/Associations
- The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
- American Council of Engineering Companies Metropolitan Transit Authority Bridges and Tunnels Division (ACEC MTA B&T); Sub-Committee Member
Q & A
What do you like or appreciate most about working at GPI?
The founders built a cultural foundation based on empowerment which continues today with management leadership. This philosophy builds an environment that allows people to stretch and exceed their own expectations.
What has been your greatest achievement or your proudest moment while working at GPI?
The Brooklyn to Mongomery street project for NYCDDC. This project requires on-the-ground field management/inspection while also requiring our team to provide design oversight for wide ranging rehabilitation disciplines. This is the first of this type of resiliency project ever performed in the United States.
Why did you choose this career?
I chose engineering because my father was a chemical engineer and he always had an affinity for tinkering and building things. While growing up, my father would always include me in home building projects and he often provided me with various scaled models to build together. I love the creative process of design/construction and the problem-solving aspect to it.
