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MAY 12, 2025

Senior Associate, Project Manager Walter P Moore New York, NY Bio: Katherine Chan, MSFE, is an accomplished project manager and faade design expert at Walter P Moore. She leads with an integrated approach that bridges architecture and engineering to create high-performance, sustainable enclosures. Katherine is a passionate educator at Columbia University and a champion of diversity through her leadership in the firms DEI Council.

Project Management 100

Project Management Sustainability Construction Management Architecture 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

If we want to build the next class of critical thinkers in the AEC industry, we must not only encourage, but coach, disruptive thinking. By Michael Makris, P.E. Weve all heard the classic gray-haired engineer say, Nobody thinks anymore. I dont have gray hair, yet, but Ive caught myself saying the same thing. The challenge we face in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry isnt a lack of hard work or technical expertise.

Building Standards 256

Building Standards Change Management Risk Management Project Management 256

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

Northeast Division Manager Apex Companies, LLC Quincy, MA Bio: Lauren Underwood is a dynamic engineering leader whose contributions span project management, business development, and organizational leadership. Recently promoted from Principal to Northeast Division Manager at Apex Companies, she leads operational initiatives across her division while managing a high volume of water infrastructure projects.

Risk Management 189

Risk Management Infrastructure Development Project Management Construction Management 189

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

Project Manager BrightFields, Inc. Wilmington, DE Bio: Nick Bradley is a hands-on environmental professional who combines technical expertise, mechanical ingenuity, and a strong commitment to mentorship and community service. Since joining BrightFields in 2012, he has become a critical problem-solver known for his field innovation and educational outreach.

Project Management Consulting 100

Project Management Consulting Environmental Consulting Project Management 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

Studio Director / Senior Interior Designer Bodw Professional Services Group Kalamazoo, MI Bio: Stephanie Sokolowski, NCIDQ, CHID, IIDA, LEED GA, leads healthcare interior design with empathy and vision. As Studio Director at Bodw, she guides a diverse team delivering culturally rich and technically sound projects for Tribal and underserved communities.

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MAY 12, 2025

Assistant Project Manager II Superior Construction Jacksonville, FL Bio:Jenny Ferman is an accomplished civil engineer specializing in infrastructure project management and workforce development. At Superior Construction, she has successfully led high-impact projects, including the First Coast Expressway and Arlington Expressway Bridge Remediation. Passionate about mentorship and inclusion, Jenny actively advances opportunities for women in construction through Superiors SWiC program and industr

Project Management 189

Project Management Infrastructure Development Construction Management Engineering 189

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

Manager – Awards & Analytics, Zweig Group Fayetteville, AR Kyle Ahern has spent his entire career working closely with the best and fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry. Throughout his career, Kyle has continuously demonstrated an ability to analyze and interpret millions of data points every year to help firms grow in areas like policiy, strategy, and marketing.

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MAY 12, 2025

Assistant Project Manager II Superior Construction Jacksonville, FL Bio: Aaron Kidd is an accomplished young construction professional with a passion for hands-on leadership, mentorship, and continuous growth. With a background in civil and mechanical engineering, he thrives in dynamic roles that require adaptability and innovation. As an Assistant Project Manager, he bridges technical and managerial responsibilities while mentoring interns and pursuing advanced certifications.

Schedule Management 100

Schedule Management Project Management Construction Management Engineering 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

Mechanical Project Manager Galloway & Company Inc. Johnstown, CO Bio: Nico Redfern is a dynamic mechanical project manager whose dedication to quality, leadership, and innovation contributes significantly to Galloways culture and growth. Since joining Galloway in 2019, he has rapidly advanced by leading projects, mentoring emerging professionals, and contributing to company-wide process improvements.

Facility Management 100

Facility Management Project Management 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

By Mark Zweig Reflecting on lessons learned and sharing life, career, and financial advice for younger professionals. With this issue of The Zweig Letter focused on the Rising Stars of the AEC industry, I thought it might be fun for my current 67-year-old self to look back and give some advice to my 30-year-old self. Im not saying 30-year-old me would take it but here it is nevertheless!

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MAY 12, 2025

Intern Architect Neumann Monson Architects Iowa City, IA Bio: Alyanna Subayno, Assoc. AIA, is an emerging leader who brings a deep commitment to equity, mentorship, and community engagement in architecture. At Neumann Monson Architects, she advances inclusive initiatives, mentors emerging professionals, and drives firm policy development. Her national leadership roles with AIA reflect her passion for dismantling biases and promoting equitable practices.

Architecture 100

Architecture Project Management 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

Liaison Engineer / Project Manager Redtree Engineering Pittsburgh, PA Bio: Victoria Lorbeer is a rising force in engineering project management, blending technical expertise with leadership and strategic vision. At Redtree Engineering, Victoria has rapidly advanced, leading major energy projects and operational improvements. Her extensive background in chemical and manufacturing industries, combined with her commitment to sustainability and team development, fuels her success.

Energy Efficiency 165

Energy Efficiency Controls Manufacturing Project Management Collaboration 165

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

Principal, Architect Neumann Monson Architects Iowa City, IA Bio: Lyndley Kent, AIA, LFA, is a visionary architect and principal at Neumann Monson Architects. Her work fuses sustainable design, technical precision, and community impact. A key force behind award-winning projects like Market One and the Stanley Center for Peace and Security, she is nationally recognized for pushing the boundaries of carbon reduction and the Living Building Challenge.

Building Commissioning 100

Building Commissioning Architecture Sustainability Building Design 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

Lessons from the history of Rising Stars, Civil+Structural Engineer Magazine, and Zweig Group. two other AEC-focused magazines: Structural Engineer and Rebuilding American Infrastructure. While the move to expand the scope of the award made sense from an editorial perspective, it also reflected a deeper acknowledgement of an increasingly interconnected industry.

Change Management 100

Change Management Public Works Landscaping Engineering 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

Project Manager, Niles Bolton Associates Atlanta, GA Bio: Katherine Uhrin is a standout architect and project manager whose career reflects exceptional design expertise, leadership, and mentorship. With nearly a decade of experience across multifamily, student housing, and supportive housing projects, she has delivered award-winning designs recognized nationally.

Project Management 100

Project Management Architecture 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

The future of the AEC industry depends on our willingness to meet young professionals where they are not where we wish they were. By Shelby Harvey Its no secret: the AEC industry has been grappling with a talent crisis for years and theres little sign of that tide turning anytime soon. The “great resignation didnt just spark a wave of early retirements among baby boomers during the COVID-19 pandemic it also ushered in a new era of employee expectations.

Painting/finishing 130

Painting/finishing Engineering 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

Civil Engineer ISG Waterloo, IA Bio: Spencer Pech is an innovative civil engineer whose roots in agriculture fuel his passion for sustainable water management. At ISG, Spencer advances projects that integrate data-driven design with stakeholder collaboration to enhance drainage and water quality across the Midwest. A proactive leader and mentor, Spencer drives technical excellence while promoting employee ownership and community engagement.

Stakeholder Engagement 100

Stakeholder Engagement Project Management Engineering Collaboration 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

Associate Arup San Francisco, CA Bio: Catherine Chen is a distinguished structural engineer whose expertise spans seismic design, sustainability, and technical leadership. At Arup, she leads high-profile projects while fostering an inclusive team culture and advancing research in earthquake engineering. Catherines commitment to innovation, mentorship, and resilience has made her a sought-after leader in the AEC community.

Collaboration 100

Collaboration Engineering Sustainability 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

Assistant Department Manager Water Infrastructure Baxter & Woodman, Inc. Crystal Lake, IL Bio: Kaitlin Wright, PE, is a standout leader in civil engineering, known for her technical expertise and community-driven approach to water infrastructure. Since joining Baxter & Woodman in 2014, she has advanced from intern to department leadership, overseeing multimillion-dollar projects and mentoring future engineers.

Building Resilience 100

Building Resilience Risk Management Project Management Engineering 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

Projects & Accomplishments The Upland, Barnaby & 7th Senior Designer; Chevy Chase Civic Site Senior Designer; Texas Christian University Intercultural Center Designer/Planner; Miami University McVey Data Science Building Designer/Planner; St. Croix Athletics Facility Senior Designer Professional & Community Involvement Adjunct Lecturer Howard University; Volunteer Chair Lecture and Exhibition Committee, Howard University; Mentor UCLA Alumni Mentorship Program and OrgullOSO; M

Site Planning 100

Site Planning Building Design Architecture 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 12, 2025

Architect, Mental+Behavioral Health Planner Stantec Architecture Arlington, VA Bio: Stephen Parker is an architect and dedicated mental health planner whose work redefines therapeutic environments globally. Stephen co-leads Mental & Behavioral Health projects globally at Stantec, designing thousands of mental health beds in recent years and co-developed national standards for the VA.

Public Works 100

Public Works Building Standards Building Design Architecture 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 8, 2025

Mayor Issues Proclamation in Recognition of Milestone Anniversary Barge Design Solutions (Barge), an engineering and architecture firm with diverse in-house multidisciplinary practice areas, is proud to celebrate a major milestone in the company’s history 70 years of serving clients, and shaping the spaces and creating the infrastructure that impact everyday life.

Architecture 138

Architecture Engineering Landscaping 138

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 2, 2025

Civil and Structural Engineering News

Engineering 153

Engineering 153

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 21, 2025

CHICAGO Ware Malcomb , an award-winning international design firm, announced construction is complete on the Barry-Hughes Performing Arts Center at Mount Carmel High School.Ware Malcomb provided interior architecture and design services for the renovation of the 70-year-old brick and wood bow-truss building, located near Jackson Park in Chicagos Woodlawn neighborhood.

Building Performance Measurement 130

Building Performance Measurement Building Design Architecture Infrastructure Development 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 21, 2025

Bentley will leverage high-quality Google imagery and AI for faster, more efficient roadway inspections and damage assessment LAS VEGAS (Google Cloud Next 2025) Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced new asset analytics capabilities that leverage Imagery Insights from Google Maps Platform to rapidly detect and analyze roadway conditions.

Mapping 130

Mapping Infrastructure Development Inspection Maintenance 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 11, 2025

Develon and Leica Geosystems collaborate to deliver seamless integration of 3D machine guidance systems for excavators. Munich, Germany Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, and Develon, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment, today announced the launch of the Leica MC1 3D machine guidance system as a retrofit option for their latest excavator models. This system is specifically designed to integrate seamlessly with Develon’s existing 2D sensors and calibration systems.

Construction Equipment 258

Construction Equipment Collaboration Project Management Construction Management 258

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 10, 2025

The pediatric-focused behavioral health hospital will provide services for community in need LOS ANGELES, Calif. McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. (McCarthy) one of the largest and most diversified construction companies in America for over 160 years and HOK , a global architecture firm and leader in healthcare design, today announced the groundbreaking of Kedren Childrens Village for Kedren Community Health Center Inc. in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles.

Building Design 130

Building Design Facility Management Building Standards Building Resilience 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 10, 2025

Introducing theTrimble Siteworks Machine Guidance Module for Tilt Buckets WESTMINSTER,Colo. — Trimble (Nasdaq: TRMB) today announced the availability of its Trimble Siteworks Machine Guidance Module for tilt bucket attachments. By integrating the full range of motion of the tilt bucket’s cutting edge into the Siteworks machine guidance and layout software, field operators can now achieve precise grading and leveling, efficient ditch cleaning and shaping, accurate backfilling and com

Building Products Distribution 130

Building Products Distribution Surveying Quality Control Building Design 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 10, 2025

TELFS, Austria and WESTMINSTER, Colo. — Trimble (Nasdaq: TRMB) and Liebherr announced the introduction of a Trimble Ready factory option for the new line of Liebherr PR 776 Generation 8 bulldozers, the latest model from Liebherr’s competitive dozer lineup to feature this advanced technology. This option allows bulldozers shipped direct from the Liebherr factory to be pre-equipped with a Trimble Ready kit, streamlining onsite installation of the Trimble Earthworks grade control plat

Quality Control 130

Quality Control Construction Machinery Cost Control Controls Manufacturing 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 8, 2025

SAN ANTONIO, TX STV, a leading professional services firm that plans, designs and manages infrastructure projects across North America, today celebrated a major milestone on the Loop 1604 North Expansion project with the opening of the first flyover ramp at I-10. The 2.8-mile segment includes the new, 2-mile flyover ramp, as well as one high-occupancy-vehicle (HOV) lane, two additional main lanes in each direction and continuous sidewalks.

Ramps 130

Ramps Project Management Consulting Structural Systems Site Planning 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 8, 2025

HOUSTON Melissa Mack, PE, PMP, vice president at Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN), has received the Kenneth J. Miller Water for People Founders Award during the 2025 Texas Water Conference, held on March 20 in Houston, Texas. The award, established in 2001 by the Water for People Board of Directors, recognizes individuals who make significant volunteer contributions toward achieving universal access to safe, reliable water and sanitation.

Environmental Impact Assessment 130

Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management Consulting Infrastructure Development Environmental Consulting 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 8, 2025

Middlesex County, NJ Skanska, a leading global construction and development firm, today announced it has been awarded a $444 million contract by the New Jersey Transit Corporation (NJ TRANSIT) to carry out the replacement of the Raritan River Bridge in Middlesex County, NJ. Serving as a direct link between Perth Amboy and South Amboy, the project will replace the bridge that formerly suffered damage by Superstorm Sandy.

Contracts 130

Contracts Lifts Electrical Systems Building Resilience 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 9, 2025

Dynapac and Leica Geosystems are introducing a new integrated interface for auto-steering and screed edge control for the Dynapac SD25 and XD25 Highway Paver series. Munich, Germany Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, and Dynapac, a leading supplier of high-tech soil and asphalt rollers, light equipment and pavers, are pleased to announce the compatibility of auto-steering and screed edge control features on Dynapac asphalt pavers with the Leica iCON pave solution.

Quality Control 130

Quality Control Cost Control Construction Machinery Construction Equipment 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 9, 2025

Houston, TX LJA, a nationally recognized, full-service, multi-disciplinary engineering and consulting firm, is excited to announce the acquisition of The WLB Group, Inc. (WLB) a highly respected land development firm based in Tucson, Arizona, with additional offices in Phoenix and Flagstaff, Arizona, and Las Vegas, Nevada. This strategic move strengthens LJAs presence in the Southwest U.S. and expands its land development capabilities in key growing regions.

Project Management Consulting 130

Project Management Consulting Landscaping Change Management Building Design 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 9, 2025

Highlights: Acquisition positions Stantec as the second largest architecture firm in the US and greatly strengthens its position as the largest integrated engineering and architecture firm in North America Significantly enhances Stantecs service offerings in some of the fastest growing segments and regions of the US Continues to advance the achievement of Stantecs targets in its 2024-2026 Strategic Plan Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, has signed a definitive purc

Architecture 127

Architecture Engineering Building Design Flooring Systems 127

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 2, 2025

With 292-units this project offers easy access to public transportation and is expected to be fully completed in May DUARTE, Calif. – R.D. Olson Construction , a leading general contracting firm, renowned for its expertise in multifamily development, has completed the first phase of Solana at Duarte Station, a $97 million, three-phase luxury apartment community located on a 3.43-acre site in Duarte, California.

General Contracting 130

General Contracting Building Resilience Building Design Landscaping 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 3, 2025

Bill will lead and manage all structural and marine engineering divisions across the West Coast, Gulf Coast, and Mountain Region Waltham, MA Today,Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) announced Senior Principal William (Bill) Bruin will serve as the new Structural Engineering Region Head, West, overseeing the structural and marine engineering divisions in Oakland, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Newport Beach, CA; Houston, TX; and Denver, CO.

Engineering 100

Engineering Project Management Consulting Structural Systems Risk Management 100