What “Service and Good Work” Means to Us
The foundation behind everything we do at Pickering.
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.
Service First
To us, service means listening closely, responding with care, and showing up consistently. It’s about doing right by our clients, our colleagues, and the communities we serve.
You’ll find service in the details. It’s the early morning calls, the on-site walkthroughs, and the steady presence during a challenge. It’s what builds trust and sustains long-term partnerships.
As Chief Structural Engineer Yousef Saleh puts it:
“Service is maintaining steady interaction and nourishing relationships throughout planning, design, and construction. It’s about producing work that is accurate, high-quality, and efficient—work that meets expectations and creates results we can be proud of.”
Good Work Always
Good work speaks for itself. It’s consistent, thoughtful, and built on experience. It reflects the pride we take in our craft and the professionalism that defines our team.
But technical skill is just the beginning. For Senior Civil Engineer Harvey Matheny, good work is also about effort and heart:
“Good work means not only providing high-quality deliverables, but also adding discretionary effort—going the extra mile for every project and every client.”
It also takes collaboration. When people bring their expertise together and work with intention, good work becomes something even greater. As Kelsey Rivers, Civil Engineer, puts it:
“Service and good work show up in the way we communicate, meet deadlines, and uphold our professional responsibilities. At the core, it’s about setting aside ego for the benefit of others—serving the client while staying true to good design and creating safe, functional environments for all.”
A Shared Foundation: Why It Matters to Our Team and Our Clients
What makes this mission powerful is that it belongs to everyone at Pickering. It’s not tied to a single department or leadership level. It lives across our entire firm, from the field to the office.
This shared commitment is why our clients continue to trust us. It’s why so many of our employees have built long careers here. And it’s why the work we do continues to support the communities we care about.
Service and Good Work. Our Foundation. Our Future.
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