Woolpert Taps Infrastructure Veteran Jen Sorenson to Lead Growth…

Event summary

Jen Sorenson appointed Executive Vice President of Infrastructure at Woolpert, effective August 27, 2026.
Sorenson brings 20+ years of experience in market expansion and client support from roles at AtkinsRéalis, AECOM, and Atlas.
She will oversee Woolpert's infrastructure sector, focusing on operational excellence, market expansion, and client success.
Sorenson previously led a major business enterprise spanning the western U.S. at Atlas, managing over 800 employees.

The big picture

Woolpert's appointment of Jen Sorenson underscores its push to strengthen its infrastructure sector amid growing demand for complex, multidisciplinary solutions. The move comes as global infrastructure markets face increasing pressure to deliver resilient, innovative projects. Sorenson's background in large-scale programs and her experience at major competitors like AECOM and Atlas suggest Woolpert is positioning itself for aggressive growth in transportation, water, and energy markets.

What we're watching

Execution Risk: How Sorenson's track record at Atlas translates to Woolpert's global infrastructure sector.
Market Expansion: Whether Woolpert can sustain its exponential growth trajectory under Sorenson's leadership.
Cross-Sector Collaboration: The pace at which Woolpert integrates multidisciplinary approaches across its infrastructure markets.