G2 Consulting Group is proud to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its Chicago-area office, marking a quarter-century of engineered solutions, technical innovation and trusted client partnerships.

Originally opened in 2000 to serve G2’s growing telecommunication clients, the Chicago office has since expanded its reach to include projects in commercial development, education, healthcare, industrial, infrastructure and energy. Today, it plays an important role in the firm’s continued national growth, with project work in more than 35 states and an increasing demand for services.

“G2 planted its flag in the Chicago market 25 years ago to be closer to some of our earliest telecom clients,” said Anthony Poisson, P.E., who leads the Chicago office. “While our portfolio has grown significantly since then, it’s rewarding to say many of those original clients are still with us today. That’s evidence that our strategy worked.”

The Lake Zurich office now employs 10 full-time professionals who are supported by G2’s broader team of nearly 170 engineers, managers and staff in the Troy, MI headquarters and Ann Arbor offices. The Chicago team provides geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting and construction services across a wide range of sectors.

At the core of the firm’s continued success is its commitment to “Smart. Results. Fast.” a straightforward philosophy that drives every project and client relationship.

“Our industry has evolved a lot since 2000,” Poisson said. “Technology, client expectations and project timelines have all changed. But G2’s commitment to delivering smart engineering solutions, producing value-driven results and doing it all on time has remained rock solid.”

Part of that commitment includes consistently investing in the latest technology — from advanced field and lab equipment to cutting-edge software — to enhance project efficiency. Poisson notes that these tools, combined with a culture that prioritizes innovation and responsiveness, are key reasons why G2 has thrived in a highly competitive market.

In recent years, G2’s Chicago office has supported a wide range of complex projects across Illinois and beyond, including mixed-use developments, health care and educational facilities, municipal infrastructure upgrades, and road work.

Chicago’s contributions have supported G2’s sustained national growth. The company was recently named to the Zweig Group’s Hot Firms list for the sixth time in a decade. The Zweig list recognizes the 100 fastest-growing AEC firms in North America. The firm has grown revenue by more than 57% over the past four years alone.

“We’ve never been busier than we are right now,” said Mark Smolinski, P.E., one of G2’s founding partners. “That’s thanks in large part to the work coming from our Chicagoland office and the strong team Tony has built. We’re excited about the future.”

As G2 looks ahead, the Lake Zurich team remains a cornerstone of the firm’s long-term vision.

“From our beginnings in the basement of a partner’s home to now having established offices in Troy, Ann Arbor and Chicagoland, we’ve come a long way,” Poisson said. “Like all businesses, I think it’s a ‘people’ story. We know that providing great service starts with having great people. That’s why we’re committed to offering a strong corporate culture, competitive benefits and clear career paths. It’s a formula that has served us well and ultimately helps us develop great client results. We’re proud of what we’ve built.”