Briefly in business

Edward G. Segovia has been promoted to vice president of operations

for Costa Mesa-based Andrew L. Youngquist Construction.

Segovia will be responsible for the development, implementation,

monitoring and oversight of the company’s administrative and field

management operations.

He has been involved in a variety of construction projects throughout

the U.S. and Mexico.

“Ed’s continued growth with our company and the extensive abilities he

has demonstrated over the years make him an ideal fit for vice

president,” said Andrew L. Youngquist, president and CEO. “We have

watched him develop into a multifaceted industry expert and congratulate

him on his professional accomplishments.”

Youngquist, a 35-year veteran of the real estate industry, formed the

company in 1996. It is the parent company of several real estate

development and construction firms.