Engineering Executive · Strategic Leader
Tiffany
Vorhies
PMP · NACE CIP-2
Chief Strategic Growth Officer
Senior Vice President — SME
Detroit, Michigan · Jacksonville, Florida
Engineering Executive · Strategic Leader
PMP · NACE CIP-2
Chief Strategic Growth Officer
Senior Vice President — SME
Detroit, Michigan · Jacksonville, Florida
Tiffany Vorhies is a curious, practical leader who likes turning messy problems into clear next steps. She blends strategy, project know-how, and responsible technology use to help work move forward with less friction.
As Chief Strategic Growth Officer and Senior Vice President at SME (Soil and Materials Engineers, Inc.), she leads strategic growth, business development, and client relationships for a 450-person firm with 61 years of history and 14 offices across Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana. Her work spans SME's full service portfolio: geotechnical and environmental consulting, construction materials testing, and civil design.
In 28 years in engineering and project management, Tiffany has built a career at the intersection of technical depth and executive leadership. Her early work in coating systems, tank rehabilitation, and corrosion solutions, on projects including the Ambassador Bridge and Marathon Refinery, shaped a leadership approach grounded in real-world problem-solving and long-term client trust.
She is an active voice in the profession, chairing the Detroit NACE chapter and contributing to the Geoprofessional Business Association's Multimedia Delivery Committee. A certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and NACE CIP-2, she brings technical credibility and strategic vision to every role she holds.
Driving business development and market expansion across a three-state engineering and consulting market — from client strategy to firm positioning
Leading cross-functional teams and multi-office operations with a focus on culture, accountability, and sustainable performance
Building the next generation of engineering leaders through intentional mentorship, career investment, and organizational development
28 years of hands-on expertise in coating systems, tank rehabilitation, and corrosion solutions across major industrial and infrastructure projects
Building lasting partnerships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders — grounded in trust, follow-through, and genuine problem-solving
Strategic oversight, accountability, and sound judgment applied to executive governance and advisory work — experience that carries into any boardroom or leadership team
"Strategic growth at the intersection of technical excellence and executive leadership."
SME (Soil and Materials Engineers, Inc.)
Detroit, Michigan · Jacksonville, Florida
Leads firm-wide strategic growth, business development, and client relationship management for a 450-person engineering and consulting firm operating across 14 offices in Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana. Drives market expansion, partnership development, and revenue growth across SME's full service portfolio.
SME (Soil and Materials Engineers, Inc.)
SME (Soil and Materials Engineers, Inc.)
SME (Soil and Materials Engineers, Inc.)
Led SME’s facilities and infrastructure business, spanning civil design, survey, pavement, structural materials, construction engineering inspection, and steel coatings non-destructive testing.
SME (Soil and Materials Engineers, Inc.)
SME (Soil and Materials Engineers, Inc.)
SME (Soil and Materials Engineers, Inc.)
SME (Soil and Materials Engineers, Inc.)
Joined SME as a technician in the roofing group, performing roof reviews and roofing assessments, including infrared roof moisture surveys. Prepared specifications and supported tear-off and re-roofing projects, building the hands-on technical foundation for a career in engineering and project management.