Jamie Collins, PE

Jamie Collins, PE

Arkansas Operations Manager


Jamie joined Neel-Schaffer in 2024 as the Arkansas Operations Manager, where he leads the firm’s Little Rock office.

A native of Arkansas, Jamie brings three decades of experience in the engineering field, with roles ranging from Project Engineer and Project Manager to Department Manager. His career includes time with private consulting firms in Arkansas, California, and Georgia and 12 years in the public sector with the City of Little Rock.

Before joining Neel-Schaffer, Jamie served as the Director of the Department of Planning and Development for the City of Little Rock for seven years. In this capacity, he managed the Building, Planning, Engineering, and Zoning divisions and served as secretary for the Planning Commission, Board of Adjustments, City Beautiful Commission, River Market, and several other boards and commissions, playing a pivotal role in city development.

At Neel-Schaffer, Jamie is focused on growing the firm’s presence in Arkansas and ensuring that clients across the state have access to the full range of Neel-Schaffer’s engineering and consulting services.