The Detroit, Michigan Office

Leading the IEI Team in Detroit

Paul Ajegba, PE, Senior Vice President (right) with Julius Cousin III, PE, Project Manager (left)

“IEI’s Detroit office opened less than two years ago. In that short time, the firm has demonstrated its capacity for solving engineering challenges and its commitment to supporting the growth of Michigan’s vital infrastructure. IEI has been steadily growing its presence in Detroit and the surrounding communities by delivering infrastructure projects that align with the firm’s values and support local vibrancy. I am confident with this team that in a couple of years, we will look back and see that much has been done. We aim to be one of the leading firms in Michigan.” – Paul Ajegba

Paul leads IEI’s business development and operations for the Detroit, Michigan office, which is supported by 150+ engineers and administrative staff throughout IEI’s six offices in the five states of Illinois, Indiana, New York, and New Jersey. He is a former Director of Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) with more than 32 years of experience in public infrastructure. Working alongside Julius, who has been with the Detroit office since conception in September 2021, both employ IEI values of Integrity, Excellence, and Ingenuity to create solutions for our clients throughout Michigan.

In his role as Project Manager, Julius Cousin III, PE is responsible for project delivery and managing client relationships. He joined IEI in 2013, and prior to heading to Detroit, was involved in the delivery of both design and inspection projects in Chicago.

Capabilities

As a national MBE/DBE firm, IEI is a qualified resource available to lead and support the work of Michigan Agencies.

Our Detroit office was created in response to the growing opportunities and we’re excited to now offer our award-winning approach to civil engineering to our roster of Michigan clients.

Because of our size and structure, and the diverse skills of our talent, IEI is to be able to provide customized solutions that meet our clients’ needs. Our team of talented engineers develop design, construction, and program management solutions projects of varying scope and size. The diversity of our talent allows us to deliver projects across markets – Transportation Studies, Roadway, Complex Highway/Freeways, Site Development, Public Space, Structural Design, Water & Wastewater, Utilities, Traffic Engineering, Green Infrastructure, Erosion Control, Aviation, and Permitting.

IEI & Detroit

IEI’s Detroit team has become a part of the Detroit community through its Corporate Responsibility efforts, which include involvement with local boards, committees, and events, as well as providing summer internships and mentoring for local students. Paul Ajegba, PE, is passionate about investing in young professionals as demonstrated by his years of outreach with national and local organizations, including the Engineering Society of Detroit.

Commitment to Growth with Detroit and Michigan

IEI was met with rapid success in Detroit with several wins, including contracts with the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), as well as The City of Detroit. The firm’s goal is to create sustainable infrastructure necessary to build and connect communities, improve quality of life, and encourage economic development, and IEI is working diligently to succeed in this goal for the benefit of Detroit and its surrounding communities.

Highlighted Projects

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