Rebuilding an Icon: DiPrete Engineering’s Role in Matunuck Oyster Bar Reconstruction
DiPrete Engineering is proud to be part of the team rebuilding one of Rhode Island’s most beloved landmarks – the Matunuck Oyster Bar. Located on Succotash Road in Wakefield, the restaurant suffered a devastating fire in spring 2025, resulting in a total loss. The reconstruction effort presented unique challenges due to the site’s location within the environmentally sensitive jurisdiction of the Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC) Special Area Management Plan for Potter Pond. Compliance with stringent environmental and building regulations…
DiPrete Engineering Supports EV Charging Expansion Across New England
DiPrete Engineering is proud to support the ongoing rollout of Shell Recharge Solutions electric vehicle (EV) charging stations on behalf of Colbea Enterprises at Seasons Corner Market locations across Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. To date, DiPrete has worked on 17 total sites, with 10 now open to the public and 7 additional sites coming soon. These projects represent a growing regional effort to expand fast-charging infrastructure and make EV travel more convenient across New England. Each site is equipped with Level 3…
DiPrete Engineering and Bluewater Property Group: A Strategic Partnership in Regional Development
The collaboration between DiPrete Engineering and Bluewater Property Group began in 2017 and has since evolved into a trusted and productive partnership rooted in shared goals and aligned expertise. The partnership’s first major milestone was the development of a last mile distribution facility at Dupont Drive in Providence. DiPrete Engineering provided comprehensive site and civil engineering services for the retrofit of an existing 76,400-square-foot building. The scope included a full redesign of the site to accommodate 264 employee parking spaces,…
Renewable Energy Series #2: DiPrete Engineering Solar Array Projects Throughout New England
DiPrete Engineering is proud to support the renewable energy initiatives of Rhode Island and Massachusetts, as highlighted in a recent press release. Our Renewable Energy Series of articles highlights our contributions to solar, wind, and battery projects. This month’s Renewable Energy Spotlight focuses on solar array projects. Revity Energy Solar Array Projects – Throughout Rhode Island Over the past ten years, DiPrete Engineering and Revity Energy, LLC (formerly Southern Sky Renewable Energy) have joined forces on multiple large-scale commercial solar…
DiPrete Engineering Surveying Department: Nine Crews Delivering Precision Across New England
At DiPrete Engineering, surveying is the cornerstone of every successful development and construction project. With nine crews serving all of New England, the DiPrete Surveying Department ensures that every project begins with accuracy and precision. Errors in a survey can lead to unnecessary delays or costly mistakes, which is why the team prioritizes meticulous data collection and analysis. The team brings extensive experience in all facets of land development, ensuring the best approach and services to deliver surveys on time…