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Infrastructure costs keep rising. Consider these approaches to mitigate them.

Civil + Structural Engineer

Impact of High-Risk, Large-Scale Projects The increasing scale of infrastructure projects is one critical factor. Todays major transit and highway initiatives typically span multiple years and involve complex engineering requirements, which makes planning and delivery even more complex.

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Four injured after partially built floor collapses

Construction Enquirer

Work on the build began in March 2021 but by February the following year, engineers who inspected the property identified errors with the connections of the structural steel beams. The company also failed to put any measures in place to manage the temporary remedial work being carried out on the steel connections.

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2025 Rising Stars in the AEC Industry: Lauren Underwood, P.E. 

Civil + Structural Engineer

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. She is also deeply committed to growing the next generation of engineers through mentorship and industry involvement.

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WINT urges construction industry to tighten up water management processes amid UK JCoP regulation

Civil + Structural Engineer

The new water management standard enforces Mandatory Water Systems Management Plans, Active Automatic Flow Monitoring Shutoff (AAFMS), and coverage for temporary and permanent water systems. Equally, many insurers will require compliance with JCoP guidelines to provide coverage.

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Who Are the Key Players in a Design-Build Construction Project?

Wolgast Corporation

On the customer’s needs, the Business Developer assembles the appropriate team members—typically the Architect and Preconstruction Manager—and remains engaged throughout the project to support communication and alignment. Preconstruction Manager This team member plays a vital role in keeping the early stages of the project moving efficiently.

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Risk management in Project and Planning

Civil Engineer Blog

Risk management is activity directed towards the assessing, mitigating (to an acceptable level) and monitoring of risks. In some cases the acceptable risk may be near zero. Risks can come from accidents, natural causes and disasters as well as deliberate attacks from an adversary.

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SGH Names William Bruin Structural Engineering Region Head, West

Civil + Structural Engineer

In this role, he also joins SGHs Executive Committee, which is responsible for the firms management and operations decisions. I am always impressed by his dedication to supporting talent around him and helping our engineers grow into their craft.