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Getting closer to completion! Construction for the new Michigan Statewide Carpenters and Millwrights Joint Apprenticeship and Training Center in Detroit is on schedule and moving along nicely. SSOE was selected to provide architectural and engineering design services for the $30 million, 147,000 SF workforce development facility that will be used to provide instruction to local carpenter and millwright apprentices and journeymen. Designed to accommodate future growth, the building combines three locations into one, which allows for a 30 – 40% increase in training capacity annually. #WorkforceDevelopment
SSOE’s Greg Verhoff—an expert in Lean project management and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) who works in our Lima, Ohio office—will be speaking at the Lean Construction Institute's Ohio Valley Community of Practice Student Forum as part of the University of Cincinnati's Construction Management Program. The virtual event, which takes place next Thursday, April 15th, is designed to supplement students’ theoretical knowledge of Lean principles and techniques with practical insights from the field.
Press Release: SSOE Group Announces Employee Licensures and Certifications for Second Quarter of Planning Year 2021. At SSOE, attainment of professional licensures and certifications is strongly encouraged. In fact, we cover the expense of preparation classes and exam fees as well as provide employees paid time off to take the exam. As an added incentive, once an employee has passed an exam, they're also awarded a recognition bonus. #PressRelease #chooseSSOE
Making up for lost time: SSOE’s Brandon Darroch and Brian Arend recently co-authored an article in Area Development where they discuss how pandemic-related project delays have prompted manufacturers to investigate alternative project delivery approaches. Brandon and Brian provide insights into strategies, solutions, and key considerations that can be implemented to accelerate project execution and help companies get back on track.
SSOE’s Vince DiPofi, PE, recently sat down with Mike Zani of talent optimization company The Predictive Index to talk candidly about building international teams, his professional journey over the last 20 years at SSOE, the importance of career pathing for employees at every level of an organization, and much more. Watch the interview via the link below.
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting some of the trailblazers right here at SSOE Group who’ve impacted the AEC industry where women have historically been underrepresented. Last but certainly not least is Chief Operating Officer Catherine Myers of our Portland, Oregon office. A mechanical engineer by education, Cathy joined SSOE in 2017 as a Strategic Business Unit Manager. With more than 30 years of experience in semiconductor facility design and industrial design operations, she quickly moved up the ranks to become our first female chief operating officer and chair of our board of directors. In 2020, Cathy was honored with the Daily Journal of Commerce Women of Vision award for her leadership, mentoring efforts, community involvement, and promotion of industry diversity. #WomensHistoryMonth
SSOE is proud to provide planning, design, and owner’s representative services to GEDIA Automotive Group for their new advanced manufacturing facility in Dalton, Georgia—the European-based manufacturer’s second location in the U.S. #SSOEsoutheast
SSOE named among Birmingham, Alabama's top engineering firms for the sixth consecutive year by Birmingham Business Journal. We have nearly 40 years of experience executing projects in the Southeast U.S. for clients in the healthcare, education, commercial, and industrial sectors. Currently one of five Southeast U.S. offices, our first Birmingham office was established in 2012 and continues to expand our regional presence. #SSOEsoutheast
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting some of the trailblazers right here at SSOE Group who’ve impacted the AEC industry where women have historically been underrepresented. This week is Senior Architect Linda Boylan of our SSOE | S&W office in Columbia, South Carolina. A registered architect with more than 35 years of experience, Linda is an expert at providing programming, master planning, design, and construction administration on the most complex of projects. She leads multidisciplinary teams supporting the design of facilities in various market sectors, including K-12, commercial, retail, and industrial facilities. In fact, she’s certified by the NCARB as a Broadly Experienced Architect in addition to being LEED accredited. #WomensHistoryMonth
Enhancing the Experience: If you think you know SSOE, it’s time to take another look at SSOE | Stevens & Wilkinson. Our recent acquisition brings a portfolio encompassing 100 years of beautiful spaces that bring the places you live, work, learn, and heal to life. With $1 billion in client savings and 125 design awards, SSOE | S&W combines smart business with smart design. We invite you to spend the next three minutes watching this video to get to know us!
