Andrew Gering, CWI, President, CEO
Andrew has fostered an entrepreneurial spirit his entire life, starting his first business when he was just 18. A firm believer in leading by example and learning by doing, Andrew broke into the industry as a tower climber, learning the trade from the inside out and eventually co-founding SGS. He is a certified welding inspector and has over 15 years of industry experience.
In addition to his expertise, Andrew provides leadership and direction for SGS, setting goals and fostering an environment where self-improvement, education, and teamwork are paramount.
Daniel Sinnott, Vice President
Like Andrew, Dan began his career in telecom inspections as a tower climber. With over a decade of experience in the industry, Dan co-founded SGS in 2013. As the Vice President of Field Operations, he oversees SGS’ climbers and ensures their safety and accuracy.
With a background in telephone sales and a Bachelor’s in Marketing and Communications from Eastern Michigan University, Dan has a thorough understanding of the ideal customer experience. He is dedicated to building and maintaining SGS’ client relationships.
Nicholas Schmitt, PE, SE Vice President
Nick received his degree in Engineering from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He has since amassed over 15 years of experience in the field, and designed over 5,000 new towers, 2,500 modifications, and 2,500 rigging plans. Nick holds a PE or SE license in 49 states.
Nick co-founded SGS with Andrew and Dan in 2013 with the belief that a good working environment translates to a superior customer experience. He is proud that this has proven itself true over the years, as SGS has continued to grow and exceed our client’s expectations.
How SGS Began
After decades in the industry, we came to the realization that companies are not created equally. From workflows and deliverables, to pursuing the interests of clients and employees, we wanted to do thing more efficiently, with a focus on personalized client relations. Pooling our collective experiences, we set out to create a company that provides a high-level client and employee experience, from the inside out. When SGS was founded in 2013, we made a commitment to provide a better work environment for our employees, where we did things for the right reasons, and recognized the contributions of our colleagues in the industry.
Seven years later we are still energized and committed to that goal, maintaining a superior standard in our best practices, and the hiring and training of our team members. From humble beginnings, SGS has quickly grown to become a leader in the industry, and the higher we climb, the more grounded we become.
Now a full-service firm, we offer nationwide inspections, engineering, construction, and geotechnical services to the biggest names in the business. We know that by doing things right the first time, fostering a healthy culture, and taking pride in our work, our customers reap the benefits.
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