Sara Chapman Takes on New Role as Chief Human Resources Officer at Ulteig

Ulteig Promotes Sara Chapman to Chief Human Resources Officer

Fargo, N.D. — Ulteig, a consulting engineering firm that prioritizes purpose-driven practices, has recently announced the promotion of Sara Chapman to Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). This strategic move comes as the firm aims to further develop its robust people strategy while nurturing its employee-focused culture.

Sara Chapman’s journey with Ulteig began in 2024 when she joined as the Director of Human Resources. In that role, she oversaw crucial HR operations and collaborated with business partners to manage employee benefits and rewards. With over 15 years of extensive experience in human resources leadership, her previous positions included senior HR roles at notable companies such as Electra, Native Roots, and Brown and Caldwell. Additionally, Chapman held the roles of Director of Talent Management and Director of Talent Acquisition at Xcel Energy early in her career.

Doug Jaeger, President and CEO of Ulteig, expressed confidence in Chapman’s leadership style, highlighting her authenticity, empathy, and commitment to the company’s culture. Jaeger stated, “Sara’s leadership style reflects our dedication to maintaining Ulteig’s strong, people-centric culture.” Adding to this, he noted her strategic focus and results-driven attitude will elevate the HR organization toward long-term growth.

Chapman emphasized her appreciation for the trust placed in her role, expressing enthusiasm for building on Ulteig's strong HR foundation, which is rooted in trust, purpose, and genuine commitment to employee wellbeing. She believes that ensuring employees receive the vital support and resources they need is critical for sustaining Ulteig's tradition of innovative client solutions.

Educated at Minnesota State University Mankato, where she received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Human Resources, Chapman further advanced her qualifications with a Master of Arts in Human Resources and Change Leadership from the University of St. Thomas. Currently, she is stationed at Ulteig’s office in Denver.

Sara takes over the role from Jim Horn, who has served as CHRO since 2016. Horn will remain with the company as an Executive Advisor through July 1, 2026, aiding in a seamless transition of leadership while reinforcing the firm’s values around inclusion, flexibility, and employee wellbeing.

Ulteig is known as an employee-owned entity providing innovative solutions across various sectors, including power, transportation, renewables, and water infrastructure. Employing more than 1,700 workers across North America and Costa Rica, the firm emphasizes flexibility and collaboration, fostering a community-oriented culture.

As Ulteig forges ahead in its industry, Sara Chapman's ascension to CHRO symbolizes a commitment to enhancing the company's human capital, crucial for ongoing and future successes in delivering comprehensive engineering solutions.