John W. Rives, PE (inactive), RLS (inactive) serves as Senior Project Inspector at Qunity, bringing over 35 years of experience in public infrastructure engineering design and construction inspection. For the past five four years, he has led inspections on roadway, utility, storm drainage, grading, and paving projects for municipal and private clients, ensuring quality and compliance. Prior to joining Qunity, John spent almost 37 32 years with the City of Durham Public Works Department, where he advanced from design engineer to Construction Engineer and Supervisor of the Engineering Inspections and Survey Group. His deep institutional knowledge and strong relationships within city departments make him a trusted problem-solver on complex projects. John also mentors junior inspectors, sharing his expertise and commitment to excellence across the team.