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Founded in 2018 with a mission to build an exceptional team and provide an unmatched level of client service, Monument quickly became a recognized leader in the right-of-way industry. Our combined experience has enabled us to deliver hundreds of critical transportation, flood and utility infrastructure projects, with our success attributed to a simple philosophy . . .

We Listen. We Innovate. We Deliver.

our clients

We have partnered with leading public agencies, transportation authorities, and utility companies in six different infrastructure sectors. Here are just a few of the clients we have had the privilege to work with.

our people

Monument's team is truly the best in the industry. We are experienced. We are knowledgeable. We are dedicated to innovating how right-of-way is done. From project managers to agents and support staff, we have the resources and understanding to keep infrastructure projects moving.

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DECADES OF EXPERIENCE

With proven experts in key infrastructure sectors, our strategically selected team is unmatched in the industry. Our extensive knowledge base allows us to identify potential roadblocks and develop tailored strategies to keep every project on track. From transportation to utilities our team has successfully delivered right-of-way for hundreds of projects throughout California and beyond.

Industry leaders

INDUSTRY LEADERS

To ensure that we remain at the forefront of professional standards and practices we cultivate ongoing education and active participation in our industry. Our team possesses advanced certifications, such as the SR/WA, PMP, and RW-RAC, and includes several agents and directors in elected positions within multiple IRWA chapters, as well as WTS and ACEC.

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DEDICATED MANAGEMENT

More than just supervisors, our project managers serve as invaluable assets. Working directly with clients they ensure clear and thorough communication and prioritize budgets and schedules regardless of project size. From launch to completion, they remain actively engaged in every project phase, encouraging collaboration, equipping teams with essential resources, and overseeing comprehensive QA and QC protocols to guarantee successful outcomes that keep projects moving forward.

OUR EXECUTIVE TEAM

Monument Owner Amber Costello
Monument VP Bob Morrison
Monument VP Joey Mendoza
Monument Owner Amber Costello
Monument Owner Amber Costello

Amber Costello, J.D.

Principal, President & CEO

As Monument’s founder and CEO, Amber has played a key role in the company’s development and continued success. Never afraid to defy convention, she set out to shake up the right-of-way industry and build a company focused on providing client-focused service by leveraging the unique talents of a hand-picked team. Through her dedication and ingenuity, Amber’s vision has become a reality, and Monument is now a driving force whose impact has resonated throughout the industry. A truly collaborative leader who values the contributions of her team, Amber continues to be the heart of the culture and ethos that has allowed Monument to thrive.

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OUR EXECUTIVE TEAM

Monument VP Bob Morrison
Monument VP Joey Mendoza
Monument Owner Amber Costello
Monument VP Bob Morrison
Monument VP Bob Morrison

Bob Morrison, P.E., MBA

Principal, Vice President & Program Manager

As a professional engineer and right-of-way expert with more than 30 years of experience delivering complex and high-profile projects, Bob has an in-depth understanding of all aspects of the project development process, extending far beyond right-of-way. His engineering knowledge provides valuable perspective, and has enabled him to pioneer innovative strategies that streamline the right-of-way process and mitigate property impacts. Bob’s wealth of knowledge and analytical approach to problem solving makes him a respected leader and vital component of Monument’s success.

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OUR EXECUTIVE TEAM

Monument VP Joey Mendoza
Monument Owner Amber Costello
Monument VP Bob Morrison
Monument VP Joey Mendoza
Monument VP Joey Mendoza

Joey Mendoza, PMP

Principal, Vice President & Program Manager

A recognized force in the real estate and right-of-way industry for the last three decades, Joey made his mark by developing innovative solutions that directly impacted the outcome of some of California’s most complex and high-profile infrastructure projects. A natural leader as well as a technical expert and exceptional problem solver, Joey is a trusted advisor to countless clients and a respected member of the right-of-way community. Joey is keenly dedicated to the growth and development of Monument's team, drawing upon his experience to mentor those around him and help shape the next generation of right-of-way professionals.

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who are we? Inspired by the mitten buttes of Monument Valley, our name embodies our commitment to transcend beyond what is expected. We exist as a testament to our collective expertise and our refusal to settle for mediocrity. Unrelenting. Inspiring. Exceptional. We are not your typical right-of-way company . . . We Are Monument.

our technology

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Refusing to settle for how it’s always been done, we are innovating right-of-way through proprietary technological solutions designed to improve client interaction and streamline project management. Our unique work management and collaboration platform gives us the ability to track and manage all project information from deadlines and task assignments to contact logs and billing. We aren't just innovating WHAT we do—we are changing HOW it is done.