Steve Cole, P.E.
About Steve Cole, P.E.
Steve Cole, P.E. is a Construction Engineer with extensive experience in the West Virginia Department of Transportation, where he held various engineering roles for nearly three decades. Currently, he works at Mead & Hunt, focusing on business development and strategic growth within the Northeast Transportation Design Business Unit.
Work at Mead & Hunt
Steve Cole has been employed at Mead & Hunt as a Construction Engineer since 2021. In this role, he assists with business development and collaborates with the Northeast Transportation Design Business Unit Leader to plan and implement strategic growth and development initiatives for the team.
Experience at West Virginia Department of Transportation
Steve Cole has extensive experience with the West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOH), where he held various positions over a span of 20 years. He served as District Engineer/District Manager for WVDOH District 9 from 2012 to 2021. Prior to this, he worked as an Engineer in the Maintenance Department from 1991 to 1996, and as a Design Engineer from 1999 to 2001. He also held roles as Assistant District Engineer – Maintenance and Deputy State Highway Engineer from 2001 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Steve Cole earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the West Virginia University Institute of Technology. His educational background supports his expertise in infrastructure development and management, particularly within the context of highway systems in West Virginia.
Training and Development
In his current and previous roles, Steve Cole has focused on training junior staff in state, local, and federal requirements and regulations. He emphasizes best practices for designing, coordinating, and managing projects related to maintenance, construction, bridges, roadways, and facilities improvement.
Communication and Relationship Management
Steve Cole utilizes strong communication skills to build effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including clients, elected officials, the public, contractors, and civic organizations. His ability to engage with diverse groups contributes to successful project outcomes and community involvement.