Name: Richard Mendoza
Area: Preconstruction – Heavy Civil
Year: Junior
Major: Construction Management
School: Arizona State University
Anticipated Graduation Date: Dec. 2016
Why did you decide on Sundt for your summer internship?
After having worked with Sundt Construction in the past as a subcontractor with my family-owned construction company in Tucson, the opportunity to move to the next level in terms of magnitude and scope could not be passed up.
What does a typical day look like for you?
I am currently working on an update of historical cost data for past projects as well as lending a hand for various takeoffs as needed.
What’s your favorite type of cuisine?
Truly enjoy the offerings from my wife’s hometown of Hermosillo, Mexico. There is a bone-in prime rib there that is so good I will not eat prime rib anywhere else.
Is there a book you read recently that made an impact on you?
I’m rereading “Battlefield Earth” by Ron L. Hubbard and “Samurai Cat Goes to Hell” by Mark Rogers.
Favorite quote/inspirational saying?
“Semper Fidelis” – United States Marine Corps Motto
What do you like to do in your free time?
Spend time with my family and train/instruct/compete in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.