As President of Smith Management Group (SMG), Jolene Smith brings a wealth of experience in education and training, and workforce development sectors, as well as a wealth of expertise in federal government proposal writing and project management. Her proficiency particularly shines in managing federally funded contracts across diverse sectors within the United States.

In her previous roles, Jolene worked for a company that successfully won contracts to operate Job Corps Centers through the proposals she meticulously crafted. These proposals, which resulted in over $500 million in awarded contracts, showcased her deep understanding of federal contracting regulations and requirements. Following the award of these contracts, Jolene played a pivotal role in managing their operations, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations, and driving successful outcomes.

With over 15 years of experience in education and training and more than a decade in workforce development operations management, Jolene's comprehensive background significantly enhances SMG's capabilities. Her extensive knowledge and success in the industry are invaluable assets that will drive SMG to achieve new heights.

Jerry Smith serves as the Vice President of Smith Management Group (SMG), bringing with him an impressive 25-year background in the gas and underground utilities sector. His extensive experience equips him with a wealth of knowledge and a steadfast commitment to industry standards, regulations, and best practices.

Jerry’s proficiency includes a wide range of services such as mainline and service line installations, tie-ins, service and mainline retirements, leak repairs, regulator settings, weld mapping, excavation and trenching services, grading, and drainage solutions. With over a decade of hands-on experience in pipeline inspections, he is adept at assessing structural integrity, safety, and compliance. 

Jerry's unwavering dedication to excellence and his ability to deliver valuable process improvement recommendations make him an indispensable asset to SMG. His leadership in prioritizing safety, quality, and customer satisfaction ensures that SMG consistently meets and exceeds expectations in all natural gas line projects.

Joseph Martinez is the Director of Construction at Smith Management Group, LLC (SMG), with a rich background in the gas industry spanning over a decade. With expertise in constructing, installing, and maintaining piping systems and equipment for natural gas utilities, Joseph brings extensive knowledge to every project.

Having excelled in various roles in the industry, including as a foreman, Joseph possesses hands-on experience overseeing crew work to install natural gas pipelines using open-cut or directional drill methods. His proficiency extends to inspecting existing utilities to ensure proper identification and exposure, correct installation and fusion of piping, compliance with customer specifications, and adherence to company quality standards.

With a proactive approach, Joseph also handles the coordination of equipment transportation to and from job sites, providing vital support to ensure efficient and successful project completions.