Archives for 2022

Infrastructure Engineering, Inc. (IEI) is pleased to announce that Drew Barth, PE, has been promoted to Design Group Manager in our Indianapolis, Indiana office.

In his role as Design Group Manager, Mr. Barth will lead the efforts of Indiana’s design team, mentor the next generation of IEI engineers, and share knowledge of industry standards and best practices.

Mr. Barth brings more than 20 years of civil engineering experience, and has proven himself as a highly skilled, innovative, and knowledgeable engineer. A team player focused on client-centered delivery, Drew is known for his collaborative approach and innovative solutions, as well as commitment to IEI’s culture.

“Drew embodies our company’s core values of integrity, excellence, and ingenuity. He has consistently demonstrated his commitment to project delivery and exceeds our client’s expectations. We are proud to have him lead our Indiana Design Group as our office continues to grow and take on new business,” added Alex Kline, PE, Indiana Operations Manager.

Mr. Barth received his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and Bachelor of Science in Land Survey from Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. He also is a graduate of the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) Emerging Leadership Program, serves on the ACEC Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) committee, and is an inaugural American Society of Highway Engineers (ASHE) member.

Infrastructure Engineering Inc. welcomes Mr. John E. Adams, CPA, who joined the Finance and Accounting Department as Controller.  John is an experienced financial and administrative manager with over 40 years of success highlighting a diverse background in problem solving and team building skills. Among John’s many achievements, is his leadership role as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for over 15 years for the Rainbow Push Coalition.

John was recently included on Crain’s Chicago Business 2022 List of Notable Black Leaders and Executives for his important work in founding the Bronzeville Trail Task Force, which is leading the initiative to convert the old Kenwood Line elevated-train embankment into a multi-purpose recreational trail in the historic Bronzeville neighborhood.

We are excited to have John join IEI and we look forward to him applying his financial and administrative management skills in support of our continued success and growth.

Infrastructure Engineering, Inc. (IEI) is pleased to welcome Mr. Edward (Ed) Andrews, PE, MSCE, to our Peoria, IL office as Operations Manager.

With a 30-year career trajectory delivering infrastructure projects for municipal, state, and federal agencies in and around Peoria, Mr. Andrews brings an unparalleled engineering expertise in the region to IEI. His portfolio includes projects that span the planning, design, and construction of large-scale highway, water management, and sewer systems. He has served as a Resident Engineer and has acted as a liaison between municipalities, design engineers, and general contractors to provide value engineering and efficient resolution of construction issues.

“We are very excited to have a person with Ed’s experience and strong local ties lead our Peoria office.  He will help IEI strengthen our existing relationships and establish new ones allowing us to have a greater positive impact on the communities where we work and live.” added Ken Smorynski, Vice President of IEI in Illinois.

Mr. Andrews is known for his collaborative approach, which he applies when overseeing the intricacies of project-specific zoning and permitting, where he excels at creating the best possible outcomes for both the project owner and the involved communities.

“IEI is committed to serving our partners and growing our capabilities in Central Illinois. Ed’s extensive industry experience is an asset to IEI and our clients as we work towards the future.  Under Ed’s leadership, we are confident that our Peoria office will make significant contributions to the local infrastructure in ways that positively impact the surrounding communities,” commented Kashif Khan, PE, President of IEI.

Mr. Andrews received his Master of Science in Civil Engineering from Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois, and his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Missouri in Rolla, Missouri.

IEI recognizes several of our female engineers in our workforce during this International Women in Engineering Day. IEI is committed to enhancing gender diversity in the AEC industry and is proud of the contributions that women make to the success of our firm!

Infrastructure Engineering Inc. (IEI) is excited to announce the promotion of Alexander Kline, P.E. to Operations Manager, Indianapolis. In addition to overseeing project and program management for our clients, Alex will now be responsible for leading all members of the Indianapolis team and spearheading business development efforts throughout the geographic market.

“Alex is a key contributor to the success and growth that our Indianapolis office has experienced in recent years.  He brings a wealth of experience to this role, having delivered several high-profile projects in his time at IEI.  We are excited to have him lead the Indy office in its next phase,” states IEI President, Kashif Khan.

Alex originally joined IEI’s Chicago office in June 2012 as a Design Engineer.  After transferring to our Indianapolis office, Alex progressed in his career with a promotion to Project Engineer and then to Project Manager. Throughout his tenure with IEI, Alex has excelled at meeting client expectations and has played an integral role in creating a positive workplace culture in the Indy office.

“I am thrilled to have the opportunity to lead the Indianapolis office and help this office thrive and grow to serve both the community and clients in this market. We have a great team of professionals, that are hard workers and live by IEI’s core values (Integrity, Excellence, Ingenuity),” commented Alex.

We look forward to Alex applying his leadership skills in further developing the Indianapolis team. His promotion is a testament to the talent of our incredible staff who make it possible for IEI to honor our commitment to invest in and promote people from within our organization.

IEI is excited to announce the promotions of Adrian Fernandez P.E. as the Office Leader for the Peoria Office and Julius Cousin III, PE, as the Office Leader in Detroit.

In their dual roles as Project Manager and Office Leader of their respective markets, Adrian and Julius will be responsible for building client relationships and  delivering project solutions.

In the Peoria market, Adrian Fernandez will work closely with Ken Smorynski, Vice President of Illinois, in expanding IEI’s presence in Central Illinois. Since joining IEI in 2012, Adrian has been involved in the delivery of both design and inspection projects in Peoria, NY, and Chicago offices.

In the Detroit market, Julius will work closely with Stan Smith, Director of Business Development. He will be responsible for project delivery and for cultivating relationships with our clients as we grow in the Michigan market. Julius joined IEI in 2013, and prior to heading to Detroit, he had been involved in the delivery of both design and inspection projects in Chicago.