As the Chief Executive Officer of Oates Associates, Jeff provides overall leadership and drives the implementation of the firm’s strategic plan.  With nearly 30 years of industry experience, he provides strategic insight and direction into the firm’s mission, vision, and operations – helping shape the firm’s long-term direction and success.

Jeff joined Oates Associates as an intern in 1997.  Through his career at Oates he has gained extensive experience in roadway and structure planning and design with knowledge in building inspections and repairs – including fall protection, ADA transition planning, stormwater management, and construction administration.  Over the years, he advanced into management and leadership roles, driven by his strengths as a mentor and visionary.  As the CEO of Oates Associates, he brings a mindset for the future and a solution-focused approach, where employee-owners can thrive through continued growth.