SEH Names AI Director to Lead Responsible Innovation

Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (SEH^®) is enhancing how it delivers value to clients by formalizing its approach to artificial intelligence (AI) – focusing on practical applications that improve project outcomes, accelerate delivery, and enhance decision-making.

SEH has established a Director of Artificial Intelligence role, with Emily Honerbrink stepping into the position. Emily will lead the firm’s enterprise AI strategy with a clear objective of translating AI into measurable impact. This includes identifying and scaling AI integrated workstreams that enhance project insights, improve coordination across disciplines, and enable faster, more informed decisions for clients facing increasingly complex challenges. The role will also establish a framework for responsible use, reinforcing SEH’s commitment to transparency and professional judgment in every engagement.

“Our clients expect clarity, speed, and confidence. By strengthening how we apply AI responsibly, we are improving the quality of insights we deliver, enhancing collaboration, and helping our clients achieve better outcomes, faster and with greater certainty. – David Ott, PE^*, CEO/President

As a Principal at SEH, Emily has been actively involved in advancing AI initiatives across SEH for several years, driving practical applications while leading enterprise adoption efforts. She has also shared insights on the use of AI in infrastructure and professional services at industry events, bringing both internal leadership and external perspective to the role.

About SEH

Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (SEH^®) is an employee-owned, multidisciplined professional services company with more than 900 engineers, architects, planners, scientists, and dedicated professionals. Founded in 1927, SEH serves public and private clients in the buildings, infrastructure, environmental, transportation, and water markets across the United States and several Canadian provinces. Our employee-owners are personally invested in our clients’ satisfaction and share a common purpose: Building a Better World for All of Us^®.

*Professional Licensure: David Ott is a registered professional engineer in AL, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, MA, ME, MN, ND, NH, OK, VA, WA, and WI.