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Conference call: Mark Smolinski Principal at G2 Consulting (Hot Firm #67 for 2016), a 75-person geotechnical, geo- environmental, and construction engineering firm based in Troy, Michigan.
By LIISA ANDREASSEN Correspondent
“A s long as the clients are pleased and the reve- nues and profits are good, we don’t watch the
MS: In Michigan during the Great Recession, many talented young engineers either left the region or the industry. As a result, we’re seek- ing geotechnical engineers with five to 10 years’ experience. “G2 provides opportunity for key people to pursue the projects they wish to work on and provides them the people and tools needed to succeed.” TZL: While plenty of firms have an ownership transition plan in place, many do not. What’s your advice for firms that have not taken steps to identify and empower the next generation of owners? MS: Ownership transition is a long process that
clock of our staff,” Smolinski says. A CONVERSATION WITH MARK SMOLINSKI.
The Zweig Letter: The talent war in the A/E in- dustry is here. What steps do you take to create the leadership pipeline needed to retain your top people and not lose them to other firms? Mark Smolinski: First and foremost is the firm’s culture. G2 provides opportunity for key people to pursue the projects they wish to work on and pro- vides them the people and tools needed to succeed. Additionally, a great benefits package, strong bo- nus system, and potential for ownership are impor- tant pieces for retention. TZL: As you look for talent, what position do you most need to fill in the coming year and why?
Mark Smolin- ski, Principal, G2 Consulting
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