Richard Payne, PE

Richard is a Vice President of Land Development at Westwood who brings an entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative approach to engineering. As a founding partner of Peloton Land Solutions, he was instrumental in guiding the successful integration with Westwood, demonstrating his commitment to creating positive outcomes for employees, clients, and the organization. With over 28 years of professional experience, Richard has consistently prioritized building strong relationships and driving strategic growth in the land development industry.

In his current role, Richard leads initiatives that expand Westwood's market perspectives and service offerings. He leverages the team's collective strengths to create opportunities for growth and advancement, bringing a national-scale vision to complex engineering challenges. His approach focuses on mentorship, collaboration, and providing young talent with meaningful professional development opportunities across diverse market sectors.

Richard is passionate about creating a unified team culture that embraces innovation and continuous improvement. As a Westwood shareholder, he remains dedicated to supporting the firm's strategic vision, leveraging strong relationships with utility providers, cities, airports, and power companies. His leadership reflects a commitment to entrepreneurial thinking, technical excellence, and a collaborative spirit that continues to drive Westwood's success in the engineering landscape.