Jacob Verdin

About Jacob Verdin

I am an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in leading MEP design teams, including managing external sub-consultants. As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, I have overseen the engineering and design aspects of various sports and entertainment construction projects. My work has brought me exposure to all five major U.S. professional sports leagues as well as collegiate and community clients. My project portfolio includes both renovation and new construction of stadiums, arenas, fieldhouses, practice facilities, and community sports complexes.In addition to my technical expertise, I am dedicated to maintaining and strengthening relationships with key architects and owners within the industry. I actively participate in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and evaluations for open SSR positions. I am passionate about mentoring young engineers, EITs, and interns, providing hands-on project experience, conducting technical reviews, and having routine check-ins.As a member of SSR\'s Sports & Entertainment leadership group, I contribute to strategic planning and development aimed at fostering the growth of the Sports & Entertainment market, ensuring that we continue to meet the evolving needs of our clients and the industry as a whole.

Experience

1. Senior Project Manager

   Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.

   Jul 2025 — Present · Kansas City, MO, US

   Project Manager responsible for leading the MEP design team, including external sub-consultants- Lead Mechanical Engineer overseeing the mechanical engineering and design of active sports and entertainment construction projects- Experience with all five major U.S. professional sports leagues and collegiate and community clients.Project experience includes renovation and new construction of stadiums, arenas, fieldhouses, practice facilities, and community sports complexes- Responsible for maintaining and growing business relationships with multiple key architects and owners- Assist in recruitment by conducting candidate interviews and evaluations for open SSR positions- Passion for mentoring and training young engineers, EITs, and interns through hands-on project experience, QAQC reviews, and regular touchpoints- Member of SSR\'s Sports & Entertainment leadership group. Contribute to planning and developing strategies to support the future growth of the Sports & Entertainment market.

Education

• Vanderbilt University

  Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Mechanical Engineering, Energy and Environmental Systems

  2012 — 2016

Skills

• Metrology
• Kaizen
• Customer Service
• Engineering
• Revit
• Arduino
• Public Speaking
• Labview
• Research
• Hvac Design
• Solidworks
• Microcontrollers
• Social Media
• Creo Parametric
• Teamwork
• Lean Manufacturing
• English
• Time Management
• Matlab
• Microsoft Excel
• Autocad
• 5s
• Microsoft Office