ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Oct. 1, 2025- GFY is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Smith
Seckman Reid, Inc. (SSR), a 100% employee-owned engineering design, consulting, and planning firm,
marking a pivotal step in the firm’s future. This partnership not only strengthens our capabilities
but also ensures continuity-our existing management and project teams will remain in place,
providing clients with the same trusted leadership and expertise they’ve come to rely on.
GFY’s leadership chose SSR with their people being the priority, ensuring the firm’s generational
legacy continues to provide meaningful opportunities for the team, including the immediate benefits
of SSR’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). GFY’s deep expertise in civil, structural,
transportation, and surveying services and strong Florida market presence will be enhanced by SSR’s
deeper resources and wider geographic reach. Together, SSR and GFY are shaping a stronger future by
combining complementary strengths and amplifying their collective impact across the industry.
“Coming together is more than just combining services,” said Bill Kent, President of GFY, an SSR
Company. “It’s about uniting to create something even greater-something with lasting impact forour
people and clients. By partnering, the shared energy, expertise, relationships, and experience of
our two firms lay the foundation for a powerful and enduring future.”
The acquisition expands SSR’s multidisciplinary balance and strengthens its capacity to deliver
integrated solutions nationwide. GFY’s decision to join SSR stems from a shared commitment to
growth, employee development, and long-term stability. To ensure seamless client service, GFY will
continue operating under the name GFY, an SSR Company, as a wholly owned subsidiary. This approach
honors GFY’s brand loyalty and client relationships while allowing the thoughtful alignment of
operations and support services. Both firms are committed to a deliberate and thoughtful
integration process-ensuring a successful transition as we move forward together.
“We’re thrilled to welcome GFY into a shared future with SSR-one built on aligned values and a
commitment to excellence,” stated Susan Osterberg, SSR’s CEO + President. “This partnership opens
new doors for GFY’s talented team, including the opportunity to become employee-owners and help
shape the next chapter of a generational firm. Together, we’re deepening the meaningful work
already underway in Florida and the horizontal infrastructure market, while staying true to our
people-first culture and high-performance standards. The future we’re building is one we’ll own
together.”
About SSR
Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. (SSR) is a 100% employee-owned engineering design, consulting, and planning firm committed to delivering client-focused solutions that improve the built environment. With a multidisciplinary team of experts across the U.S., SSR provides innovative services in infrastructure, building systems, sustainability, and technology. Guided by a culture of collaboration and excellence, SSR partners with clients to shape resilient, high-performing communities and facilities.