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Samuel T. Fortier, P.E., has been selected by a jury of his peers from New Hampshire’s engineering societies as the 2023 New Hampshire Young Engineer of the Year. This distinguished award will be presented February 23rd at the annual Engineers’ Week banquet at the Grappone Center in Concord, NH. The New Hampshire Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE-NH) nominated Sam based on his record of professional accomplishments, service to his profession, strong community service and involvement, and unrelenting dedication to his family.
Sam is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire where he received his Bachelor of Science (2010) in Civil Engineering. He maintains professional licensure in New Hampshire. Sam’s professional experience spans over 12-years in the management, design and construction of transportation projects, focused on urban and rural roadway reconstruction, complete streets development, multi-use path design, pedestrian and bicycle facilities, and traffic control.
At CMA Engineers, Sam’s roles include Project Manager and Senior Project Engineer on a wider variety of projects. He plays an active role in the firm related to project development, marketing, client management, construction oversight, and staff mentorship and advancement.
Sam is an active member of NSPE-NH, holding many positions on the board including president from 2018 – 2020 and spearheading the NH’s National Engineers Week Planning Committee. He is also active outside of the engineering community volunteering his time and skills to worthy causes like the Town of Amherst NH Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee and the nonprofit organization Friends of the Souhegan Valley Rail Trail. The mission of these two organizations is to expand safety and mobility for residents in the region through the expansion of alternative transportation infrastructure.
Sam resides in Amherst, NH with his wife Beccy and their two young daughters, Ariella and Autumn. He is the true definition of a family man, focusing his free time going on adventures and creating memories with his girls. Sam is also an avid runner and hiker, and a home renovation enthusiast.
Congratulations to the CMA Engineers teams that received ACEC-NH Engineering Excellence Awards today for the Cambridge Turnpike Improvement Project and Portsmouth Regional Stormwater Treatment Project, which were awarded Honor and Gold Awards, respectively.
CMA Engineers, Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Schmidt as President and Phil Corbett as Chief Operating Officer. These appointments are the culmination of a long-term planned strategic management and ownership transition from the founding members of CMA Engineers, who are staying involved with the firm. These changes will allow a smooth transition for our clients and for the management of the company while maintaining our commitment to excellence.
Paul Schmidt, P.E.
President
Paul Schmidt has been appointed President of CMA Engineers. He is a civil and environmental engineer with expertise in solid waste, water, and wastewater engineering. Paul has been a key member of the CMA Engineers’ team for 27 years and is looking forward to taking on this new role for the company.
Paul Schmidt succeeds Craig Musselman, PE, BCEE, who will continue as Executive Chair providing continuity and on-going involvement on projects.
Mr. Schmidt was selected New Hampshire Engineer of the Year in 2021. He is the current president of the Northern New England Chapter of the Solid Waste Association of North America, is a past-president of the New Hampshire Society of Professional Engineers, and a member of ACEC, ASCE, Water Environment Federation, and the American Water Works Association.
Mr. Schmidt holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Clarkson University and a Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering from UMass Amherst.
Philip Corbett, P.E.
Senior Vice President / Chief Operating Officer
Philip Corbett will serve as Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice-President of CMA Engineers. Current Senior Vice-President Bill Straub, PE will continue with his current project and client service roles, while the day-to-day operational management of the firm will transition to Mr. Corbett. Phil is an experienced civil engineer with 21 years experience on both municipal and industrial projects.
Mr. Corbett is a Board Member of the American Council of Engineering Companies of NH and Vice-President of the Institute of Transportation Engineers-NH Chapter.
Mr. Corbett has a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Colorado and a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Washington.