About James Duehning, PE

James Duehning of Lenexa, Kansas, is principal and managing director of program management for Burns & McDonnell. Duehning earned a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree, both in civil engineering from S&T, in 2004 and 2013, respectively. He has been with Burns & McDonnell since 2008. He began his career with the company as a project engineer and today is managing director of program management within the transmission and distribution global practice. Burns & McDonnell also promoted him to principal in 2022.

Duehning’s service leadership is demonstrated through his participation in professional organizations, civic outreach and serving S&T’s civil, architectural and environmental engineering department. His S&T service includes outreach to students, staff and alumni, connecting them together to continue a foundational program for future engineering professionals. His service has been recognized by honors including the 2020 Young Alumni Award from S&T’s Academy of Civil Engineers, an ASCE Civil Engineer Award in 2009 and being named to the 2018 “40 under 40” by the Orlando Business Journal. He is a Kansas City United Way top donor from Burns & McDonnell, and a top 100 donor for the Kansas City MS 150 fundraiser.

James’ family includes his wife, Rylee Rose, and children Ben and Lauren. They enjoy outdoor activities, including hiking and biking.