Ralph Payne, estimator/project manager at DeAngelis Diamond Construction Inc., recently received his Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) accreditation through the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

Payne has been with DeAngelis Diamond for more than six years and has a total of 23 years of experience in the construction industry.

He earned his bachelor’s degree in construction from the University of Florida.