Join us as we travel to Austin, TX, to sit down with Marc Remmert, WGI's Director of MEP Engineering, and tune in for a truly insightful and engaging conversation around Marc's life, career, and personal passions.
An inspiration to his team, his work, and all those around him, this story of transformation, determination, and entrepreneurial spirit is one that you do not want to miss!
From Small-Town Beginnings
Marc grew up in a small town near Peoria, Illinois, where his family’s roots run deep, spanning generations. Life there was simple yet meaningful, as Marc fondly recalls clear nights spent gazing at the stars—something he misses to this day. His upbringing instilled in him the values of hard work and perseverance, helping to shape him into the person he is today.
Upon graduating high school, Marc left his hometown behind as he searched on for broader horizons and new opportunities. He soon enrolled at Washington University in St. Louis, where he quickly found the perfect blend of independence and connection—close enough to visit family on weekends but far enough for space during the week. It was also during his time in St. Louis that he met his wife, a life-changing moment that added yet another layer to the city’s special place in his heart.
A Dynamic Career Path
However, Marc’s academic journey wasn’t without its challenges.
Initially drawn to biomedical engineering, he soon realized that a future filled with chemistry was not for him. After changing course to electrical engineering, Marc discovered a passion for the field and a supportive community that fueled his ambition. While he initially envisioned designing computer chips, he ultimately pivoted to construction—a decision that launched his unconventional yet impactful career.
Marc began his professional journey with an electrical contractor in Charleston, South Carolina, working on data center projects for Google. The 70-hour weeks were grueling but transformative, giving Marc hands-on experience and a unique engineering perspective that would prove invaluable in the years to follow as he soon set off on a new chapter in Austin, Texas.
Eager to pursue his Professional Engineer license, Marc joined Big Red Dog as a graduate engineer. At the time, the company had a startup feel, with only 35 employees, but over the next decade, Marc’s career flourished as Big Red Dog merged with WGI.
Today, Marc leads WGI’s MEP department and the Austin office, crediting the company’s innovative and entrepreneurial culture for empowering him to explore new ideas and grow within the organization.
Life Beyond the Office
Beyond the workplace, Marc enjoys a balanced life filled with hobbies and intellectual pursuits. He’s an avid reader with a knack for sharing book recommendations and a passionate golfer who’s even managed to get his wife hooked on the sport. These activities allow Marc to unwind, recharge, and stay inspired.
When asked about alternate career paths, Marc muses that he might have made a great lawyer—an intriguing "what if" for someone with his sharp intellect and drive.
Don't Wait a Moment Longer!
But that's just a taste of what we have in store for you in our latest episode of WGI Unleashed!
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