SSOE Group Welcomes Scott Thompson, New Vice President of Technology

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PORTLAND, OREGON, August 12, 2020 – SSOE Group, a global project delivery firm for architecture, engineering, and construction management, is excited to introduce a new addition to their Executive Management leadership team: Scott Thompson, who will serve as Vice President of Technology. Scott will be based out of SSOE’s Portland, Oregon office with a considerable percentage of time spent at the firm’s world headquarters in Toledo, Ohio.

Scott has a well-established track record of technology leadership within the architectural and engineering industry. In his previous work, he served as the Information Service Delivery Director at Worley, the Information Service Delivery Director at Jacobs, the International Director of Information Technology at CH2M Hill, and the Chief Information Officer at Industrial Design Corporation. In these roles, Scott managed global IT environments, implemented technology to support company strategies, and collaborated closely with operational units to position them to achieve their business objectives.

In his new role, Scott will be responsible for the performance and implementation of technology throughout SSOE. Scott will provide leadership and vision to cascade a clear technology strategy supported by ROI analysis and strong project management. Tasked with advancing SSOE’s use of technology in design and delivery processes, he will challenge the status quo while also seeking to understand end-users’ needs, ultimately bringing value to the firm’s clients.

Vince DiPofi, PE, President and Chief Executive Officer of SSOE stated, “We are extremely excited to have Scott join SSOE. Scott’s role will be instrumental in helping us achieve a very aggressive goal I’ve set for the company to reduce the amount of work it takes for us to execute a project in half over the next five years. We also look forward to his contributions based on his leadership experience of over 25 years in various management roles and unique perspective to help SSOE achieve our overall growth and strategic goals.”

Scott holds a Master of Arts in Educational Technology from San Diego State University and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of California at San Diego. He’s actively involved in several groups and initiatives focused on strengthening technology and education sectors, as well as promoting emerging and green technologies.

About SSOE Group

As an internationally ranked architecture and engineering firm, SSOE is known for delivering unparalleled client value that advances the AEC industry. They have been named a “Great Workplace” (Great Place to Work®) and one of the “Best AEC Firms to Work For” (BD+C).

Over the company’s 75-year history, it has earned a reputation for providing quality project solutions to high-tech and general manufacturing clients in the semiconductor, automotive, battery, food, chemical, and glass industries. SSOE also provides forward-thinking design across healthcare and general building sectors such as corporate workplace, education, and judicial—with projects completed in 40 countries. Visit www.ssoe.com for additional information and career opportunities.

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Jenni Roder
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