Ranked to lead. SSOE secured the #2 spot in Manufacturing Design for the third consecutive year, marking nine years in ENR's Top 5. Jumping into the Top 90, we also climbed to #87 on the Top 500 Design Firms list and rose to #73 among the Top 100 Pure Designers. Our Toyota North America's Center of Excellence project in Liberty, North Carolina, was featured in this year’s ENR coverage, highlighting our leadership in delivering complex, future-ready facilities. CEO Vince DiPofi was also quoted in ENR’s Top 500 Dialogue, emphasizing our strategic shift toward large-scale, complex programs. #PressRelease #SSOEsoutheast
May the fourth be with you. #StarWarsDay
Throughout history, Asian American, Native Hawai'ian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities have turned adversity into opportunities for innovation, trailblazing a legacy of leadership and resilience—this year’s theme. The same spirit thrives at SSOE, where AANHPIs represent our second-largest ethnic demographic. Among them, 10% of our AANHPI colleagues hold managerial positions, driving AEC excellence and laying a robust foundation for lasting change, both globally and within SSOE. #AANHPIHeritageMonth #chooseSSOE
Susan Shultz, CEO & Founder of TeamStack.ai, has been elected by our employee shareholders as SSOE's new outside board director. As one of four outside directors in our makeup, Susan brings exceptional industry insight to our boardroom and proven leadership in both private and public markets. Greg Brogley, Executive Vice President and Chair of the Director Selection Committee, quoted within. #PressRelease
Nafis Hasan, one of our Mumbai-based structural engineers, is set to present at the Lean Construction Institute (US) Lean in Design Forum next week in Chicago. His talk, “Transforming Structural Engineering with AI: A Design Genie,” showcases his latest achievement: integrating AI into structural engineering. By actively engaging with our Mumbai team, SSOE's Structural Practice Group fosters professional growth and innovation. This exemplifies our team’s dedication to integrating AI into our engineering practices, driving efficiency and advancement in projects around the world. #PressRelease #SSOEindia
Our Ohio-based glass experts ignited collaboration at SSOE's first-ever Furnace Day at our Columbus office. While we thrive in a permanently hybrid work model, events like these bring us together to share insights, strengthen connections, and celebrate collective achievements. This is also the first time this particular group was in one place at one time, joined by our long-standing client Owens Corning to tackle solution-driven topics and project progress. We concluded the day at Topgolf—and whether feeling like a hotshot or a hot mess, it was the perfect way to cool down and unwind after a day of fiery inspiration. #SSOEmidwest
Revolutionizing workflows. SSOE’s Brett Susany, Senior Vice President for AI Integration, recently penned an article for Building Design + Construction about the transformative impact of generative AI on the AEC industry. AI tools boost productivity by up to 34%, but at an enterprise level, it’s about more than automation—it's about enhancing our work by eliminating repetitive tasks, freeing up time for innovation and high-value solutions. By focusing on responsible AI adoption and training to maximize its benefits, firms can unlock unprecedented levels of creativity and problem-solving.
SSOE's Greg Brogley will join an industrial research panel at The University of Toledo College of Engineering. The panel discussion is part of the ABET-accredited college’s Design and Discovery Expo on April 25. A proud Rocket, Greg received his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from UToledo in 1998 and joined SSOE the same year. Now, as Executive Vice President of Facilities, he oversees the combined Facilities and Mexico operations at SSOE, which have grown significantly in the past two years. Greg's leadership has been instrumental to our firm's strong entry and current leadership in the EV battery market and in managing large, complex projects. #PressRelease #SSOEmidwest
Celebrating Architects! As we round out Architecture Week, we're shining a spotlight on the dedicated architects who contribute their time and expertise to advance the field and foster community engagement. SSOE's Heather Judge, Architectural Practice Group Lead, is quoted within, emphasizing the profound impact of volunteerism within the architectural community and inspiring the next generation to create increasingly resilient, sustainable, and innovative designs. #ArchWeek #PressRelease #SSOEcares
Driving tech excellence. We're excited to welcome Ramsey Callaway and Drew Heintz to SSOE, both Directors within our Technology Operations. Ramsey, our new Director of Data and Development, brings a wealth of experience in software development, AI, cloud platforms, and data analytics. In his role, Ramsey will elevate SSOE’s data and application landscape, driving innovation and ensuring effective organizational governance. Drew, our new Director of IT, is known for his innovative and passionate approach to technology leadership. Drew will play a pivotal role in optimizing our enterprise systems and leading cross-functional teams to achieve measurable results. SSOE's Scott Thompson, Vice President of Technology, quoted within. #PressRelease
