Rick has over 19 years of experience managing large, complex, fast-track projects in the chemical and manufacturing industries. Rick consistently demonstrates his ability to leverage his talents and credibility to win new business and lead the delivery of successful projects and programs across SSOE’s client base. While doing so, he actively assists others in stepping into new roles by accepting new responsibilities and routinely functions as a champion for the use of new technologies or delivery methods. Rick started his career at SSOE as a college intern in March 2005 and became a full-time employee upon graduating from the University of Toledo with a Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering Technology. Over the years, Rick’s leadership has garnered numerous promotions. In 2007, he was promoted to Assistant Project Manager. In 2011, he transitioned into a Project Manager role, and in 2017 he was promoted to Senior Project Manager. In 2022, Rick became a Program Manager and in 2024 he took on the additional responsibilities of Department Manager, leading the project managers for SSOE’s chemical business.