S&ME’s Impact in Indianapolis
August 07, 2024
Our Indianapolis office opened in 2022, and since then, we are proud to have more than doubled in size, growing from 4 employee-owners to 10. Now located at 7112 Zionsville Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46278, our Indianapolis employee-owners support geotechnical, environmental, construction materials testing, and CE&I on various projects within the transportation, energy, education, healthcare, and manufacturing/industrial markets.
INDIANAPOLIS MARKET TRENDS
Indianapolis: The Circle City
Indianapolis boasts a diverse and thriving economy, with several prominent industries driving its growth. The city has established itself as a hub for innovation and business opportunities with the largest local markets, including energy, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and significant investment in transportation. Our team is proud to contribute to many of these in the projects we support.
Indianapolis Market Deep Dive
- Transportation
Indianapolis is investing heavily in its transportation infrastructure to accommodate growth and improve connectivity. Major projects include expansions and upgrades to the city’s roadways, bridges, public transit systems, and particular growth in the aviation market. These projects are not only enhancing mobility, but also driving demand for innovative design and construction solutions that prioritize sustainability and resilience.
- Healthcare
The healthcare sector in Indianapolis is booming, with significant investments being made in constructing new hospitals, clinics, and specialized care facilities and expanding and modernizing existing ones. This trend fosters opportunities for AEC firms to incorporate state-of-the-art technology, patient-centric design, and sustainable building practices in healthcare facilities.
- Manufacturing/Industrial
Indianapolis remains a critical hub for manufacturing and industrial activities, with a strong emphasis on advanced manufacturing, logistics, and distribution. The region’s strategic location and robust transportation network make it an attractive area for industrial development. The demand for modern, efficient, and scalable manufacturing and warehouse spaces is driving growth in this sector.
#DYK, Indianapolis is known as the racing capital of the world? The city hosts two of the world’s highest-attended single-day events: the Indy 500 and the Brickyard 400 races. (The Formula One Grand Prix race is no longer held in Indy.
S&ME INDIANAPOLIS LOCAL LEADERSHIP
We are pleased to share two recent leadership updates in Indianapolis.
Andrew Bain, PE // Indianapolis Office Principal
Andrew joined S&ME late last year as a Professional Engineer with ten years of experience in transportation, geotechnical, and underground construction projects. As Indianapolis Office Principal, Andrew drives growth and optimizes performance in S&ME’s Indianapolis location, which includes direct management of the local office operations and client development. Fun fact: Andrew played every position in baseball in college!
Mike Sheek // Regional Director of Client Development, Region 4
Mike Sheek serves as Regional Director of Client Development for Region 4 (OH, WV, KY, IN). Mike joined S&ME 10 months ago and is responsible for driving sales in Region 4 and supporting the client development efforts of the various offices in his region. Mike has spent his entire career in business development in the AEC industry. Fun fact: Mike and his family (and pet dog) once lived in Brazil for six months doing social work through their church.
Christopher Yohe, S&ME Regional Director – OH, WV, KY, IN, says, “Our strength in the market, driven by our deep local expertise and robust client relationships, positions us well for continued growth in Indianapolis. Our recent office move, underpinned by our strong leadership team, reaffirms our commitment to serving the community with excellence and innovation.”
We look forward to our continued growth in Indianapolis under strong leadership and contributing to impactful projects in the local market. Thank you to our local team for your continued efforts.
