PORTAGE, Michigan, July 02, 2009 - SSOE Business Leader, Joe Badalamenti and Senior Project Manager, Jim Swope have earned their certification as Project Management Professionals (PMP). SSOE is one of the nation's largest architectural and engineering firms. The PMP is awarded by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and means that Badalamenti and Swope possess the knowledge and skill necessary to lead and direct project teams, as well as deliver project results within the constraints of schedule, budget, and resources.

Joe Badalamenti, PE, PMP, Senior Project Manager and Senior Associate, has nearly 25 years of professional experience. His expertise includes plant layout, mechanical utilities, process and pumping systems in the food and beverage industry. Also as the Business Leader for SSOE's Portage office, he is responsible for hiring and development of staff as well as office growth.

Badalamenti received his Master's of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Dayton and his Bachelor's of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan Technological University. He is a registered Mechanical Engineer in six states.

Jim Swope, PMP, Senior Project Manager, has nearly three decades of professional experience. He is responsible for leading key team members throughout the duration of multi-discipline food and beverage projects. His responsibilities include primary contact for all management functions such as project planning, control procedures, and monitoring progress while maintaining the overall knowledge of the technical content of the project.

About SSOE
SSOE, Inc. is an international EPCM firm ranked eighth among the nation's largest engineering and architecture firms (Building Design + Construction, 2008). Demonstrating fast and consistent growth since 2004, SSOE has doubled in size and revenue. SSOE has also been named one of the "Best AEC Firms to Work For" (Building Design + Construction) and as one of the fastest-growing US architecture, engineering, and environmental consulting firms by ZweigWhite, Hot List 2008.

With 19 offices around the world, SSOE is a leader in providing sustainable and renewable solutions. The company has earned a solid reputation in the healthcare, automotive, and science and technology markets. SSOE is also recognized for its work in process engineering and construction for the alternative energy, biofuels, chemical, food and beverage, glass, and personal care industries. SSOE has completed projects in more than 30 countries. Visit www.ssoe.com for additional information and career opportunities.

About PMI
The Project Management Institute is the credentialing body for project management professionals. The Institute's purpose is to advance the practice, science and profession of project management throughout the world in a conscientious and proactive manner so that organizations everywhere will embrace, value and utilize project management and then attribute their successes to it. PMI's credentials and professional development opportunities help business professionals start, build or advance their careers in project, program and portfolio management. Visit www.pmi.org for additional information.

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• Joe Badalamenti, PE, PMP, Business Leader and Senior Project Manager
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