2-2 Lancer Brigade Headquarters Lawn – Concrete Pads & Flagpoles
Date
June 2020 Aug 2021
Project Overview
This project involved the design and construction of concrete pads to display Stryker vehicles and the installation of additional flagpoles at the 2-2 Stryker Brigade Combat Team (SBCT) Headquarters lawn. The goal was to create a permanent and ceremonial display that honors the unit’s mission while enhancing the visual presence of the brigade headquarters.
Team Personnel
Survey Team: SPC Nordquist & PV2 Peña
Sr. Tech NCO: SFC Souza
Construction Tech: WO2 Clapp
My Role & Contributions
As part of the survey team, I (PV2 Peña) played a key role in the early phases of the project and contributed to the successful completion:
Conducted survey measurements for layout and siting of the concrete pads and flagpoles.
Assisted with drafting preliminary design layouts.
Coordinated with senior technical staff to ensure proper alignment, grading, and site placement.
Gained hands-on exposure to site preparation and layout verification.
Outcome & Lasting Impact
Two reinforced concrete pads were constructed, each supporting a parked Stryker vehicle.
Multiple flagpoles were installed, enhancing the ceremonial and visual presence of the headquarters entrance.
The completed project remains in place today, serving as both a symbol of the brigade’s identity and a lasting contribution to the installation.
Skills & Experience Gained
Surveying and layout for structural elements.
Practical application of design-to-construction workflow.
Team coordination across survey, design, and construction roles.
Experience contributing to a high-visibility, enduring installation project.
Deliverables
Completed concrete pads for vehicle display.
Installed flagpoles at brigade HQ entrance.
