S&ME is a 100% employee-owned company in the engineering industry headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. Established in 1973 by founders Glenn Futrell and Bob Owens, S&ME originated as a provider of geotechnical and construction materials engineering services. Today, S&ME stands as a thriving entity with dedicated individuals possessing extensive technical expertise across more than 30 offices in 10 states. Reflecting on over 50 years of success, the company takes pride in its unwavering commitment to clients and service capabilities, spanning Geotechnical, Construction Services, Environmental, and Civil Engineering solutions. The diverse range of service offerings underscores the company's versatility and success, attributed in large part to the technical excellence of its people and the overarching purpose of contributing to community prosperity.    In 1995, S&ME became employee-owned when they implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Being an employee-owned company has fostered an environment that nurtures continuous development and growth for its employees. The belief at S&ME is that a thriving employee ownership structure cultivates an engaged employee-ownership culture, driving positive performance. The ESOP benefit empowers employee-owners to lead and be rewarded for their contributions, aiding in the recruitment and retention of satisfied employees. This collective ownership interest aligns everyone with the company's success and the delivery of quality customer service, motivating the team to perform at their best each day.