Joseph W. Duenas
Pacific Area Manager

SSFM Hires Community Leader to Manage Pacific Area Office

HARMON, GUAM – Joseph W. Duenas has joined SSFM International as its Pacific Area Manager, succeeding Carlos Salas in the position. Duenas comes to SSFM from his recent position as Chief of Staff to former Lt. Governor Ray Tenorio following roles as Guam’s Director of Public Works, General Manager of Guam’s Port Authority and as the State Historic Preservation Officer. Through his 25 year career, Duenas has managed a variety of public and private organizations ranging in size from 5 to 500 employees. His management experience in the public and private sectors have earned him a reputation for meeting customer expectations and getting things done right.

“Joe is a team-builder with a can do attitude and we’re glad to have him onboard to lead our Pacific Area Office,” stated Michael Matsumoto, SSFM International President & CEO. “His management experience will be invaluable in expanding our contributions to Guam and the Pacific Region.”

Duenas is a son of Guam and resident of Tamuning. Beyond his professional commitments, Duenas is dedicated to community service. He is a council member and former president of the Lutheran Church of Guam, president and founder of the Guam National Physique Committee; and Honorary Lifetime President of the South Pacific Bodybuilding Federation. Duenas attended Colorado College and the University of Guam where he received his bachelor’s degree. He was raised in a military family and attended schools in the United States, Europe and Asia      

“It’s an honor for me to manage the SSFM Pacific Area Office. I’m excited to be a part of this well-respected firm that is making a positive difference through our projects on Guam, the Federated States of Micronesia, and throughout the region,” said Duenas.

SSFM International is a multi-disciplinary consulting engineering practice with a 60 year legacy of service to the Pacific Region. The firm provides services in planning, project management, construction management, civil engineering, structural engineering, traffic engineering, strategic services and property development. SSFM is currently engaged in numerous public and private engineering assignments on Guam. The firm recently endowed a new scholarship for civil engineering students at the University of Guam. SSFM first opened its Guam office in 2004.  With locations in Guam, Hawaii, Okinawa and Manila, the firm has had a long time presence throughout the Pacific Region.

Joseph W. Duenas
Pacific Area Manager

SSFM on Guam

HARMON, GUAM – Joseph W. Duenas has joined SSFM International as its Pacific Area Manager, succeeding Carlos Salas in the position. Duenas comes to SSFM from his recent position as Chief of Staff to former Lt. Governor Ray Tenorio following roles as Guam’s Director of Public Works, General Manager of Guam’s Port Authority and as the State Historic Preservation Officer. Through his 25 year career, Duenas has managed a variety of public and private organizations ranging in size from 5 to 500 employees. His management experience in the public and private sectors have earned him a reputation for meeting customer expectations and getting things done right.

“Joe is a team-builder with a can do attitude and we’re glad to have him onboard to lead our Pacific Area Office,” stated Michael Matsumoto, SSFM International President & CEO. “His management experience will be invaluable in expanding our contributions to Guam and the Pacific Region.”

Duenas is a son of Guam and resident of Tamuning. Beyond his professional commitments, Duenas is dedicated to community service. He is a council member and former president of the Lutheran Church of Guam, president and founder of the Guam National Physique Committee; and Honorary Lifetime President of the South Pacific Bodybuilding Federation. Duenas attended Colorado College and the University of Guam where he received his bachelor’s degree. He was raised in a military family and attended schools in the United States, Europe and Asia      

“It’s an honor for me to manage the SSFM Pacific Area Office. I’m excited to be a part of this well-respected firm that is making a positive difference through our projects on Guam, the Federated States of Micronesia, and throughout the region,” said Duenas.

SSFM International is a multi-disciplinary consulting engineering practice with a 60 year legacy of service to the Pacific Region. The firm provides services in planning, project management, construction management, civil engineering, structural engineering, traffic engineering, strategic services and property development. SSFM is currently engaged in numerous public and private engineering assignments on Guam. The firm recently endowed a new scholarship for civil engineering students at the University of Guam. SSFM first opened its Guam office in 2004.  With locations in Guam, Hawaii, Okinawa and Manila, the firm has had a long time presence throughout the Pacific Region.

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