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B.S., CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT, 2005
PROJECT EXECUTIVE, LEASE CRUTCHER LEWIS

Lauren Holmes is a dynamic leader in ����Ӱ��’s construction industry, known for her technical expertise, mentorship, and strong commitment to advancing women in construction. With nearly two decades of experience, she currently serves as a Project Executive at Lease Crutcher Lewis, where she oversees complex civic projects across the Pacific Northwest.

Holmes has led the successful delivery of high-profile, technically demanding projects including the ����Ӱ�� Humane Society’s Community Veterinary Hospital and the State of ����Ӱ��’s North Valley Complex. Her leadership on these projects has demonstrated her ability to unite diverse teams and deliver innovative solutions under pressure. 
The project she is most proud of in her career is the construction of the ����Ӱ�� Zoo’s polar bear, primate, and rhino habitats.

“Bringing these habitats to life demanded innovative engineering solutions and careful consideration of animal welfare,” Holmes said. “It has truly changed my outlook on life and has led me to continue to build for animals and the community in which I live.”

Beyond project delivery, Holmes is a passionate mentor and advocate. She founded and now chairs the Women’s Development Group at Lease Crutcher Lewis, fostering mentorship and professional growth for women across the company. Her service extends to the broader community through her leadership in the National Association of Women in Construction and her current role on the City of Beaverton Planning Commission.

“When I started in the industry, women were few and far between—especially those I could look to as mentors or role models to emulate,” Holmes said. “It has been my focus and goal to be a mentor and role model for the women that are coming behind me in their careers.”

Holmes has coached the ����Ӱ�� State University’s Mixed-Use Team in the ASC student competition for over 15 years, helping students apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges. She also serves on the OSU Construction Education Foundation board and leads her company’s OSU recruitment efforts, ensuring students are supported from classroom to career.

“The College of Engineering is like a family to me,” Holmes said. “I truly believe that everyone in this group wants to do what they can to support and see students develop and grow in their education and their professional lives.”