153 Millennium - Twenty-third Edition SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING Today, Mr. Lee is the structural engineer and owner of Trailblaze Solutions LTD, providing residential and signage structural engineering services. His expertise includes vertical structures, heavy industrial facilities, commercial and residential buildings, shoring/ underpinning, and signage. Beyond technical design, he prioritizes serving as a leader, coach and mentor to those around him. With nearly two decades of experience, Mr. Lee has intentionally developed his leadership presence. Influenced by books and podcasts centered on purposeful leadership, he finds fulfillment in building strong relationships and guiding others toward growth. While technical excellence remains essential, he values the human connection behind each professional and personal interaction even more. Mr. Lee also serves as the structural department manager at Civil & Environmental Consultants Inc., a role he has held since 2021. The firm supports industries such as manufacturing, oil and gas, real estate, and mining. In this position, he oversees departmental operations, mentors project teams, and contributes to strategic planning and long-term direction. Despite his current success, Mr. Lee nearly left engineering several years ago, disheartened by project demands and a lingering sense of being undervalued. During a particularly challenging assignment at a new company, a manager unexpectedly awarded him a small spot bonus. That simple act of recognition deeply impacted him, marking a turning point and a renewed sense of purpose. Motivated by that experience, Mr. Lee established and facilitates a weekly men’s group called “Find Your Passion.” The group provides a consistent space for men to navigate family, faith, marriage and work. He is driven by a conviction that embracing adversity is essential to building resilience and living a purposeful life. Matthew Lee entered the workforce during the Recession of 2007–2008. Though the economic downturn tested his resilience, it shaped his professional path and instilled the grit required to establish himself in the competitive engineering field. MATTHEW LEE, PE OWNER, STRUCTURAL ENGINEER Trailblaze Solutions LTD Cranberry Township, PA
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