A proud native Texan and second-generation Aggie, Jim is a fourth generation Principal at one of Houston’s longest standing, privately owned Engineering firms, EHRA Engineering. 

Jim began his career in the Civil Construction industry soon after earning his Building Construction degree from Texas A&M University in 1986. He made the move to the Civil Engineering Profession in 1998, focusing on Land Development, Municipal Engineering and Public Infrastructure. 

Celebrating its 89^th Anniversary in 2025, EHRA Engineering’s Legacy is that of commitment and service. Serving as President & CEO, Jim has the distinct honor of serving as the Leader of an Organization of some of the most distinguished, well respected and accomplished professionals in the industry. As a Leader, Jim is aware of the delicate balance in a Consulting Services Firm that exists between Team Member focus and facilitating the Client’s expectations. He is committed to inspiring the Firm’s culture that emphasizes the Team and the Client. 

Jim, through his passion of giving back by Paying it Forward, is actively engaged in the growth of the region through his volunteer work for numerous Civil Construction and Engineering industry professional organizations, Political Action Committees, infrastructure advocacy and Economic Development organizations throughout the Southeast Texas region. 

In his spare time, Jim enjoys spending time with family and friends, networking and serving his community. An avid supporter of Texas A&M University, he takes great pride in his involvement with the Texas A&M Association of Former Students, The Texas A&M Foundation, the 12^th Man Foundation, the Chancellor’s Century Council, School of Architecture, School of Engineering, School of Public Health and the Department of Construction Science. Of course, he also loves attending as many Texas Aggie Baseball, Basketball and Football games as possible.