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Why Now? A New Chapter in Pickering’s Story
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Why Now? A New Chapter in Pickering’s Story

Why now? Because we’re growing, evolving, and staying true to who we are.
With a leadership transition underway and a clear focus on what matters most, we’re building on nearly 80 years of Service and Good Work.

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We’re ready to build.
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We’re ready to build.

Our mission—Service and Good Work—hasn’t changed.
But the moment we’re in is full of new energy, fresh leadership, and a clear vision for what’s next.

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What “Service and Good Work” Means to Us
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What “Service and Good Work” Means to Us

At Pickering, our mission is simple: Service and Good Work.

These four words are more than a motto. They reflect a mindset, a commitment, and a promise—to deliver with care, act with integrity, and create lasting impact for our clients, our communities, and each other.

For decades, this mission has shaped who we are and how we work. Here’s what it means to us.

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Bridging the Gap in Pearl-Richland
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Bridging the Gap in Pearl-Richland

Project Highlight

The long-awaited South Pearson Road overpass is open, reconnecting Pearl and Richland and easing freight movement across this vital corridor.

Our team led the innovative design behind the bridge—earning Pickering an Honor Award in the 2025 ACEC Mississippi Engineering Excellence Awards.

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Beyond the Blueprint: How Job Site Visits Are Elevating Our Facilities Design Team
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Beyond the Blueprint: How Job Site Visits Are Elevating Our Facilities Design Team

Great design isn’t just about what happens at a desk—it’s about how ideas come to life in the field. That’s why our Facilities Design team has been stepping out of the office and onto active job sites, gaining firsthand insight into material performance, construction techniques, and what truly makes a design work.

These visits are making a real impact—helping our team fine-tune details, think like contractors, and collaborate more effectively with builders. The result? Stronger designs, fewer surprises, and more efficient projects.

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Celebrating a Legacy: Mike Pohlman’s Retirement and a New Chapter for Pickering
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Celebrating a Legacy: Mike Pohlman’s Retirement and a New Chapter for Pickering

After more than 45 years with Pickering, CEO Mike Pohlman will retire in June 2025, leaving behind a legacy of leadership, collaboration, and a commitment to Service and Good Work. From his start as a young engineer to guiding the firm through transformative milestones, Mike has been a driving force in shaping our story. As we celebrate his incredible career, we also look forward to an exciting new chapter under our next generation of leadership.

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Memphis Union Mission
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Memphis Union Mission

Read about the development of Memphis Union Mission's brand new facility.

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