SME honored as Zweig’s #5 Best Firms to Work For in the Nation 

SME^® | Published on September 22, 2025

On Thursday, September 11, 2025, Wess Mekhael, PE SME’s Ohio Regional Vice President and Jami Sentz, SHRM-SCP Chief Human Resources Officer, stepped out of their comfort zones and into the limelight at Zweig’s ElevateAEC Awards Gala in San Antonio, TX. SME was celebrated as Zweig’s #5 Best Firm to Work For among firms with over 200 employees, a national honor that truly shines a spotlight on our workplace culture and the exceptional experiences we strive to create for our Team each day.

The Zweig Best Firms to Work For award ranks architecture, engineering, and environmental consulting companies across the country based on comprehensive surveys of employees and management. Firms are evaluated on criteria including workplace culture, benefits, professional development opportunities, and overall employee satisfaction. The selection process ensures that recipients truly set industry benchmarks for creating positive, innovative, and supportive work environments.

Earning a spot in the top five among large firms is a significant achievement for SME. We are proud to acknowledge that 97% of our Team Members said they would recommend SME as a great place to work, resulting in an eNPS score of +94. This signals our commitment to investing in our people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. This recognition is not just a reflection of our past success, it’s our promise to continue investing in our people by further building a culture of excellence, collaboration, and growth for years to come.

Thank you to every member of the SME team for making this honor possible. Together, we are shaping the future of our industry and proving that SME is a great place to work.