Richard Tutt, PE, senior project manager for STV in Glasgow, Kentucky, has been elected president of the American Council of Engineering Companies of Kentucky (ACEC-KY). Through advocacy, education and networking, ACEC-KY protects and promotes the engineering profession across the Commonwealth.

In this role, Tutt will serve as a key liaison between ACEC-KY and the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), state and national legislators, and other regulatory agencies. His focus will be on strengthening collaborative relationships and advocating for the engineering profession throughout Kentucky.

“I’m deeply honored to serve ACEC-KY and represent our member firms and professionals at both the local and national level,” Tutt said. “ACEC plays a crucial role in fostering strong relationships with key governmental agencies and legislators at the state and federal levels, ensuring that our industry’s priorities are heard and supported.”

Tutt joined AEI, which was acquired by STV in 2023, in 1987. In that time, he has built a distinguished career in environmental engineering, transportation design and infrastructure development. He has led multidisciplinary teams on a wide range of major projects, including a portion of the Mountain Parkway Expansion in Eastern Kentucky, and played a vital role in launching AEI’s geotechnical services group. In recent years, he has turned his focus to industrial site and private development initiatives.

Tutt has long been active in the engineering community, including the Kentucky Society of Professional Engineers, where he served as chapter president. For ACEC-KY, his leadership path has included roles as chairman of the aviation subcommittee, western regional director, treasurer and president-elect, culminating in his current appointment as president.

“After nearly 40 years in the industry, it’s especially gratifying to serve in this role in such a meaningful capacity,” Tutt said. “This responsibility is a longstanding tradition that helps uphold the strength and reputation of our profession, while paving the way for the next generation of engineers.”