Sain Associates is pleased to announce the promotion of Stefan Graeber, P.E., Site/Civil Design Director, and Jack Kimbrough, Jr., P.E., Transportation Design & CEI Director, from Associate Shareholder to Principal Shareholder, effective July 1, 2026. This promotion recognizes the leadership, technical excellence, and long-term commitment Stefan and Jack have demonstrated throughout their careers at Sain….
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Last month, I had the opportunity to participate in the Engineering & Public Works Roadshow in Mobile, Alabama, where leaders from across the engineering, public works, and infrastructure sectors gathered to highlight one of the Gulf Coast’s most transformative projects: the new Mobile International Airport. The Roadshow, a joint initiative of the American Public Works…
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We are proud to share exciting updates on our firm’s ongoing leadership and ownership evolution. These changes reflect our continued commitment to developing internal talent and strengthening the depth of our leadership team to better serve our clients and communities. Sain is a 3rd generation employee-owned firm, and we are currently working on our 4th…
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As we reflect on the past year at Sain Associates, I’m filled with pride and gratitude. 2025 has been a year defined by meaningful progress, strong partnerships, and the dedication of an exceptional team. Together, we’ve continued building on our firm’s long-standing commitment to delivering thoughtful, high-quality engineering, planning, and surveying solutions across the communities…
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As we approach Thanksgiving, I am reminded of how much we have to be thankful for—both as individuals and as a team here at Sain Associates. This season offers a moment to pause, reflect, and express our sincere appreciation for the people and partnerships that make our work so meaningful. To our clients, thank you…
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For the past decade, I’ve had the privilege of serving on the Trussville Planning and Zoning Board, currently as Vice Chair. It’s been a meaningful way to apply my background in engineering to help guide the thoughtful growth and development of my community. Sain’s leadership encourages our team members to get involved in their communities….
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We are constantly evolving to better serve our clients, empower our employees, and position ourselves for sustainable growth. With that in mind, we’re excited to share the shift in our organizational structure from a team and branch office-based model to a design services-based model. Why We Made the Change: This transition wasn’t made overnight, and…
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After 38 years of dedicated service, my brother, Joe Meads, has retired from Sain Associates. It’s hard to put into words the impact he has had, not only on our company but also on the people and communities he has served. His legacy will be solidified as one of faith, integrity, hard work, and genuine…
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The Christmas season is a time to pause, reflect, and embrace the hope and joy of this special time of year. Despite the challenges we may see in today’s world, we may wonder and ask ourselves, where is the Peace On Earth? The message of Christmas reminds us of the greater promise of peace, love,…
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In the late 1990s, the Jefferson County Economic and Industrial Development Authority (JCEIDA) embarked on a mission to develop the Jefferson Metropolitan Park System, leading to the birth of Jeff Met McCalla. Under the guidance of former Executive Director Deborah McGill Smith, Sain Associates was tasked with creating a masterplan for the park. The strategic…
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