An Employee’s Perspective on Integrity, Growth, and Delivering Quality Work – Insights from Chad Jones, PE

August 15, 2025

This Q&A series highlights the people behind the project, sharing their career paths, insights, and the values that shape their work. Set within Steger Bizzell’s collaborative and purpose-driven environment, it offers perspectives on work-life balance, professional growth, and the shared commitment to making a meaningful impact.

In this edition, we spoke with Chad Jones, PE, Project Manager, who shares his perspective on what makes the professional atmosphere at Steger Bizzell so unique, how past experiences have shaped his career, and what continues to motivate him as a valued member of the team.

If you could summarize Steger Bizzell’s impact on the community in one statement, what would it be?

Steger Bizzell has supported development and growth, principally throughout the city of Georgetown, and led by members of the community, for the past several decades.

What advice would you give to someone just beginning their career at an engineering firm?

Work for a firm led by owners or executives who have integrity and genuinely care about the employees. Then, try to get as much work experience as possible and learn from those with more knowledge than you.

How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple projects at once?

Urgent deadlines will always have the largest influence on how you spend the workday, but planning ahead and maintaining daily checklists will help to stay ahead of the deadlines instead of being surprised by them. Reviewing the status of each project and adding tasks to the daily checklist will keep multiple projects moving ahead together.

What role does client communication play in your daily work, and how do you manage expectations throughout a project?

Client communication is important throughout the life of a project and can originate from either the consultant or the client. Clarity and courtesy are vital to avoid misunderstandings and to maintain amiable working relationships. I think that managing expectations is simply communicating clearly about status, expected timelines, and potential or actual problems. A relationship of open and honest communication is the most important expectation to establish.

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