Shimelies is one of the most dedicated professionals I have had the privilege of knowing and working with over my quarter century career with Tetra Tech.
Shimelies Aboye is Tetra Tech’s December 2023 PM of the Month. He joined Tetra Tech in 2014 and has been involved in numerous projects, including the application of different geophysical techniques for sinkhole investigation, remediation and monitoring, and planning. In 2023 he was part of the project team recognized with a Technical Achievement Award for sinkhole investigations. He has experience executing comprehensive subsurface investigation and laboratory testing programs related to anomalous features.
“Shimelies is one of the most dedicated professionals I have had the privilege of knowing and working with over my quarter century career with Tetra Tech,” said Mohamad Al-hawaree, Unit President. “He is a role model for excellence in fulfillment of the Tetra Tech pillars of technical excellence, client service, and safety.”
Shimelies holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from Clemson University. He is based in our Orlando, Florida, office.
“Thank you for the nomination and for the award,” said Shimelies. “I would like to thank Mr. Rajendra Shrestha and Mr. Mohamad Al-hawaree for their effective mentorship and guidance as our team navigates through challenging projects often requiring collaboration and resource-sharing across the company.”
We talked with Shimelies about his work supporting Tetra Tech’s industrial clients in Florida.
What impact do your projects have on the environment and communities you work in?
Our unique engineering solutions enhance the safety and performance of complex chemical facilities. Identifying and remediating subsurface anomalies prior to the development of infrastructure related to fertilizer manufacturing facilities protects the health and safety of the public and the environment. This further allows our client to maintain their social license and operate safely and profitably.
How do you approach managing your team to support them to achieve outstanding results?
I try to foster motivation by valuing the contribution of every team member, capitalizing on the lessons learned from previous projects, and providing clear goals and expectations. We have an outstanding group of professionals, allowing us to leverage diverse skills within the team to solve problems collectively.
How do you maintain client satisfaction across a variety of complex projects?
It’s important to have a clear understanding of the requirements and goals of the client. I maintain constant communication during the project, involve the client with key decisions and milestones, and deliver high quality products on time and on budget.