C.T. Male names Gary Male new president Oct 24, 2009
Gary Male has taken over leadership of , one of the largest engineering firms in the Albany, N.Y., area. Male, 62, succeeds Robert Allen, who served as president of the Latham business for 10 years. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Tough city finds hope in a garden amid ruin Oct 21, 2009
Two large engineering firms have established their headquarters there ... Two large engineering firms have established their headquarters there. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Stathakis, Viar targets in recall Oct 17, 2009
As far as the board's decision Oct. 6 to change engineering firms from Anderson, Eckstein and Westrick to Fazal Khan and Associates, Viar said it was a move to save money. "I happen to have been the moving force on trying to change engineers almost since I came into office, so that's nothing new," Viar said. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Engineering firm hired by Rock Lake group Oct 14, 2009
Grant committee members Jenrich, Gatzke, Plotz and Patricia Cicero, and other members of the board interviewed five engineering firms to hire to complete a report with the 3,000 remaining from the 10,000 Department of Natural Resources grant. The engineering firms were narrowed to two candidates, with the runner-up being Montgomery iates. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Architects slapped with new state fee Oct 10, 2009
Like most engineering firms, his employer pays the fee. the region s largest engineering firm, pays the initial licensing fee for its engineers and architects, and then renewals on a case-by-case basis, said Larry Fairchild, chief engineering and technical officer. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Black Engineers convention leaving Baltimore for D.C. in 2011 Oct 9, 2009
The event attracts thousands of high school and college students, major engineering firms, Fortune 500 CEOs and top Defense Department officials. Reporter Ryan Sharrow contributed to this report. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Taking the LEED Oct 6, 2009
Many of Middle Tennessees architecture and engineering firms are looking at sustainability as a business imperative. Nashville Business Journal - by Nashville Business Journal. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Disasters add to charity need Oct 5, 2009
Last year, the Foodbank's CANstruction drive, in which architectural and engineering firms build structures out of canned goods, drew participation from some 14 firms, with contributions totaling about 45,000 pounds of food. This year's drive had just nine participants, and contributions of some 35,000 pounds of food. (Honolulu Advertiser)
49 North Resources Inc. to Acquire 50% of the Issued and Outstanding Shares of North Rim Exploration Ltd. Oct 3, 2009
NREL has provided consulting services to petroleum and mineral resource exploration and development companies, engineering firms and First Nations since 1984. Acquiring a stake in NREL will greatly enhance 49 North's position as the dominant early stage resource development entity in Saskatchewan. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
China stalls action against Iran Sep 30, 2009
China's state-run oil behemoths have committed so much money to Iran -- an estimated $120 billion over the past five years -- that analysts estimate that its engineering firms will not be able to handle all the work. Over the past five years, Chinese firms have moved in on projects that Western and Japanese firms have left dangling. (MSNBC -- Race)
The race to Richmond Sep 25, 2009
We re not pleased with either candidate s position, said Richard McDonough, a Chantilly assistant district manager for and past president of the , a 330-member group of road builders, engineering firms and building suppliers that thus far has not endorsed either candidate. Neither candidate is addressing sustainable, long-term funding for transportation, McDonough said. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Aldermen Squabble Over Youth Sports Complex Design Firm Sep 23, 2009
" He added that aldermen should be careful of getting work donated. "I think the board needs to be careful of what they start to get into," he said. "Free is nice, but it could give a particular group access to bid - I think it is better doing it in a non-biased way so we are not pressured into taking input from everybody (all local engineering firms). " The public service committee agreed to review the proposal from SWT, however, did not recommend the city enter into a contract with the firm.... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Jaster-Quintanilla to absorb engineering company Sep 23, 2009
Jaster-Quintanilla, one of Texas top structural and civil engineering firms, and MWB Group have worked together on several projects for the past five years, said Jaster-Quintanilla Managing Principal Stephen H. Lucy. Since both engineering firms are minority-owned businesses, the merger will strengthen and streamline the ability to fulfill minority-owned program requirements, especially in the water and wastewater infrastructure market, Lucy said. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
> Expertise in public, private sectors keeps BKF Engineers strong Sep 23, 2009
This is unusual in engineering firms. Bigger firms often do monumental infrastructure projects such as the Bay Bridge, while smaller firms work more in private development. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Advocate for Spruce trees says Public Works Commish. has conflict of interest Sep 22, 2009
Robinson said several engineering firms do work for the county on multiple engineering and highway projects, including Creighton Manning Engineering in Albany and Ryan-Biggs Associates in Troy. My allegiance right now is with the county, he said. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Judge awards Progress Energy $36 million Sep 22, 2009
Black & Veatch, one of the largest engineering firms in the world specializing in the design, engineering and construction of electrical generating plants, began work on the Hines project in 1991, court records state. The professional relationship between Florida Power and Black & Veatch dated back to the 1950s. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Sinking Texas Gulf Coast Condos to Be Demolished Sep 22, 2009
Ocean Tower is seeking $125 million in damages from two engineering firms. "Unfortunately, multiple engineering studies have led us to the conclusion that it is not economically feasible to complete the building and to provide the caliber of condominium tower that we intended to build," a prepared Monday statement from Ocean Tower LP said. (ABC News -- Wire)
Robinson moves toward hiring engineering firm Sep 22, 2009
The commissioners last night interviewed three engineering firms: Remington, Vernick & Beach, which has served the township since January, 2007; Lennon Smith Souleret, which served the township for the 16 years before that; and NIRA Engineers, based in Robinson. The decision to drop Lennon Smith and hire Remington Vernick was a controversial one: Remington Vernick has a history of heavy political involvement in New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Keokuk district to pay for comprehensive facilities study Aug 29, 2009
The bids will go out to local and a dozen regional architectural and engineering firms known to have extensive experience working with school districts. It will take about nine months from hiring a firm to having a report, said Reynolds. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Recovery Act dollars slow to provide confidence Aug 28, 2009
Another problem for engineering firms is the money is aimed at shovel-ready projects, which means the engineering and design work is mostly complete. It has the potential of helping the industry, Appenzeller said. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
$10M Hillsborough interchange completed Aug 28, 2009
Tampa Bay Business Journal sister publication The South Florida Business Journal ranked WGI No. 18 on its top 25 List of Largest engineering firms in South Florida. Reader Comments. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
VA hospital studies nearing end Aug 27, 2009
The studies are being conducted by a partnership between Detroit-based SmithGroup Inc. and San Francisco-based URS Corp., architectural engineering firms tapped to design the new facility. Morey said VA officials are not authorized to discuss details because the VA desires an unbiased analysis of alternatives and because aspects of the study are procurement sensitive. (Louisville Business First, KY)
On Center Software Honored at 2009 Constructech Vision Awards Aug 25, 2009
Companies eligible to receive the award included those involved in residential, commercial and heavy construction, as well as architectural and engineering firms, government agencies and facility management companies. Winners were awarded based on their application of innovative technology to everyday business. (PR Newswire)
City should know by year's end if FEMA will pay to rebuild Charity Aug 18, 2009
Louisiana Recovery Director Paul Rainwater said three separate engineering firms have agreed that the hospital s damage was more than 50 percent. Recently, Congressional leaders announced that FEMA funding disputes would be settled by a three-judge arbitration panel. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Towns hoping to get their share of grant money Aug 13, 2009
Eubank said the town is interviewing for engineering firms that will carry out the work if the grant is approved. We want to upgrade the sidewalks, add some lighting, some new road surfacing and landscaping, things like that, Eubank said. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Layoffs hit CHA, other engineering firms Aug 12, 2009
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People on the Move Aug 11, 2009
Munson has 25 years experience with architecture and engineering firms, as well as local government. His specializations include landscape architecture and the use of GIS for open space planning and environmental management. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Curbside Recycling Ordinance Approved (67) Aug 6, 2009
Confirm the ranking of engineering firms for the electric department. Consider Karen Guffey, Jim Hill, and John Hutto for appointment or reappointment to the Citizens Advisory Committee. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Judge: Daytona owes nothing in fatal explosion lawsuit Aug 6, 2009
While lawsuits against manufacturers and engineering firms remain pending, Ebbets said he is not giving up on seeking damages from the city. City Attorney Marie Hartman said her legal team expects an appeal, but she expressed confidence that the law protecting governments from lawsuits is on their side. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Bradken on the boil as engineering sector returns to favour Aug 5, 2009
Market sources said local rail engineering firms such as Downer EDI and United Group were unlikely to be interested in buying Bradken, given their focus on maintenance contracts rather than heavy manufacturing and foundry businesses. It is believed any serious interest was likely to emanate from overseas companies or private equity. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Harvest Good Ideas with ThoughtFarmer Aug 5, 2009
ThroughtFarmer customers often work in fields were design is central, says McGrath, such as EA Games, eHarmony, and IDEO, as well as several architecture and engineering firms. The revised software now has a cleaner, neater look, he says. (IntranetJournal)
Farmington River Watershed Association Looks To Restore Historic Spawning Grounds Aug 4, 2009
The Farmington River Watershed Association hopes to answer that question this year as it considers proposals from engineering firms to redesign two old dams that now block the species from returning to their traditional breeding areas ... Fielding said that engineering firms from to specializing in dam removal and designing fish passages have responded to her group's request for proposals. (FOX61, CT)
Water manager starts work Aug 4, 2009
Cole has worked with officials at the Wyoming Water Development Commission before and all of the engineering firms the city is working with to design the Madison project, Muirhead said. Were excited to have him come on board, he said. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Tax sops for core consortia may go Aug 3, 2009
NEW DELHI: The government has withdrawn tax benefits enjoyed by consortia of foreign and Indian engineering firms undertaking infrastructure projects, in a move that may hit the sector plagued by severe capacity deficit ... The government has withdrawn tax benefits enjoyed by consortia of foreign and Indian engineering firms undertaking infrastructure projects, in a move that may hit the sector plagued by severe capacity deficit. (India Times)
Paul Parks, state, city education official; 86 Aug 1, 2009
He married Dorothy Alexander in 1947, and four years later they moved to Boston, where they raised their two children and Mr. Parks initially worked for engineering firms. The couple divorced in 1971. (Boston Globe)
Sea Dragon Energy Inc.: Shareholders' Annual and Special Meeting Jul 25, 2009
Mr. Arrata was founder and Chief Executive Officer of two major engineering firms as well as two oil and gas companies, operating in Canada and internationally for more than three decades. David Thompson, Senior Vice-President. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Roctest launches SHMLive structural health monitoring solution to improve the safety of major public and private infrastructure Jul 22, 2009
" SHMLive deployments will make use of the full range of available monitoring technologies. With more than 60 years of experience instrumenting complex structures worldwide, Roctest is the only company that can seamlessly integrate traditional vibrating wire instruments, fiber optic based sensors using five different technologies, concrete corrosion sensors, and any type of electrical sensors into a fully automated data acquisition system and integrated database while displaying the data in... (Canada Newswire)
Newsweek: Debunking the moon landing deniers Jul 18, 2009
To that, the debunkers point out that NASA used a variety of consultants, contractors, and outside engineering firms, enough people that surely some word of a conspiracy would have leaked out, had there been one. To this small group of space enthusiasts, it's not only incorrect to say that Neil Armstrong never walked on the moon, it's downright offensive. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Sinclair boosts minority contractors Jul 17, 2009
It s nice to have other engineering firms, and other types of every firm in the mix. Out of the MEDC meetings, Sinclair has formed new relationships with at least three companies it had not previously worked with, and one of those has been minority-owned VT Design Solutions, a subcompany of Riverside-based , an RFID and defense contractor owned by Al Wofford. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Jafza, industrial parks' potential have county optimistic Jul 12, 2009
Robertson says Jafza is also in the process of looking at engineering firms to help with the project design. The company expects a short list of firms to be announced in the near future. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
UGA deck checks to begin in a week Jul 10, 2009
Both engineering firms are expected to begin their work within a week and have agreed to complete their reports by the time fall semester classes begin Aug. 17, Jackson said. UGA officials already were talking with officials from Haahs iates about developing a preventive maintenance schedule before a section of a Spring Street parking deck near Georgia Tech in Atlanta collapsed June 29. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Selectmen reaffirm Neponset water treatment facility Jul 10, 2009
Town Administrator Bill Friel explained that the process involved three different evaluations, in which three engineering firms looked at a number of different sites, but arrived at the same conclusion. Neighbors have hired a lawyer, and have said they may take legal action. (Canton Journal, MA)
The Week in Review Jul 5, 2009
Hardin Construction Co. of Atlanta has built dozens of award-winning projects, but UGA President Michael Adams directed staff to find two structural engineering firms to inspect the university s 10 parking decks, including the two decks currently under construction. - The Navy Supply Corps School officially said goodbye to the Center for Service Support, the first mission that s leaving for Providence, R.I., as the U.S. Navy prepares to shutter the Prince Avenue base. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Town leaders face jail over sewer showdown Jul 5, 2009
After years of changing board members, shifting requirements, a switch in engineering firms, amendments and appeals, there's dispute over what Cromwell's final proposal said. In May 2002, DEP officials decided they had waited long enough and ordered the supervisors to follow a schedule to construct a sewage treatment plant and collection system. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Watchmaker used talents to develop medical devices Jul 5, 2009
He worked in Los Angeles briefly, then took a position as an experimental model maker for engineering firms. Later, in the 1960s, he worked with inventor Ted Heyer in Pasadena, and with Dr. Robert Pudenz of the Huntington Medical Research Institutes. (Santa Barbara News-Press)
UGA orders deck inspections Jul 1, 2009
UGA President Michael Adams directed his staff Tuesday to find two structural engineering firms to inspect the university's 10 parking decks, including the two decks currently under construction. Hardin Construction will pay for the independent engineering firms to inspect the Performing Art Center and intramural field decks, but UGA officials will choose the firm, Toney said ... "I'm sure that it will just depend on availability (of the engineering firms) and how long it takes and the... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Frost & Sullivan: Severe Water Scarcity Boosts the Desalination Market Jun 30, 2009
At a time when the construction market is in trouble, investments by the Spanish Government in the water infrastructure is proving to be a good opportunity for EPC companies, construction companies, project engineering firms and technology providers. "The Spanish desalination market still offers opportunities for local and international companies that have expertise especially in key areas of energy efficiency as well as process and operation optimisation," according to Nuno Oscar Branco. (PR Newswire)
County dedicates Que pipeline Jun 30, 2009
County commissioners past and present, engineers, former state Rep. Bob Bastian, and U.S. Reps. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
James A. Purdy, Jr. Joins CST Stabilization as Regional Engineering Consultant Jun 28, 2009
Former Buckeye sales executive Jim Purdy set to lead CST Stabilization's sales and marketing activities into structural and civil engineering firms throughout Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, and Montana. His efforts will focus on improving design specifications engineers use to preserve and repair concrete pavement, structures, and underlying soils. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Some Port Orange utility rates will drop in July Jun 25, 2009
A review committee ranked DMC the highest of three engineering firms competing for the work. Activity center, sidewalk upgrades set. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
ARRA provides jobs Jun 25, 2009
The 50 participants are working for Area businesses including engineering firms, physical therapy clinics, fitness centers, senior centers, public schools, Indian Health Services, tribal governments, county governments and Montana State University- Northern. The approximate 130,000 received from the federal government through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, pays wages to the youngsters, along with Worker Compensation and various fees. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Infrastructure shares are hot commodities for MFs in India Jun 25, 2009
MUMBAI: Infrastructure shares are hot commodities for funds in India after the recent elections, and their attraction is only set to grow as the new government lays out plans to improve the country's overburdened roads and bridges in next month's budget. Fund managers are hoping the new government will bolster spending on infrastructure, remove policy bottlenecks by easing land acquisition rules and environmental clearances, amend labour laws and simplify procedures for project approvals. (India Times)
Frost & Sullivan: The Water Sector in Russia Badly Affected by the Economic Downturn Jun 24, 2009
Construction and rehabilitation of infrastructure in 2010-2017 will create new opportunities for equipment suppliers, engineering firms as well as for construction companies. Even with all the gloom and doom around the economic climate for Russia, the water sector has the potential to be better off within the incoming decade than it had in the past decade. (PR Newswire)
Netgear Expands ReadyNAS Storage Appliance Line Jun 24, 2009
With that range of scalability, the ReadyNAS 3200 is a good fit for larger small businesses as well as those in data-intensive industries, including architectural and engineering firms, graphic arts and marketing shops, and so on. Thanks in large part to its ReadyNAS family, which the company acquired from Infrant Technologies in 2007, NETGEAR is now the third-largest purveyor of SMB storage solutions (those priced under $25,000) in terms of revenue, behind NetApp and HP and ahead of EMC and... (SmallBusinessComputing)
George Millman, 83; longtime civil engineer who served on Framingham Town Meeting Jun 24, 2009
After working with general contractors and engineering firms in Massachusetts, Mr. Millman founded a consulting firm, Construction Engineering, in 1971. He loved the freedom and independence to do things the way he thought they should be done, said one of his sons, Joel, of Portland, Ore. (Boston Globe)
LETTER / AEC recommends a no vote Jun 20, 2009
However, it is important to note that after nine months of Planning Board hearings for the Cohasset Heights Wind Project, in which seven separate engineering firms presented their expert opinions and where the applicant relocated both turbines to better comply with the standards set forth by the current bylaw, the opposing group remains firmly opposed to the project. In light of the extensive information that was made available to the Planning Board and in light of the fact that no agreement has... (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Infrastructure stocks due for upgrades: Tata Jun 20, 2009
"The electoral verdict has given the sector improved visibility and continuity," said Venugopal, whose holdings include engineering firms Bharat Heavy Electrical, Larsen o and IVRCL Infrastructures cts. "Also, given the uncertain global environment, investors are focused on domestic-led growth and probably infrastructure qualifies the best in this space," he said. (India Times)
Program to recycle pesticide containers in place Jun 18, 2009
A request for two cost estimates, construction schedule and basic design sketch has been submitted to a contractor and two engineering firms. The feedback should help give a better idea of how expensive the facility is going to be and how much it will cost to pull the whole thing together, Recycle Hi-Line Chairwoman Candi Zion said. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Green-energy industry grows jobs Jun 18, 2009
Solar and wind-power companies, energy-efficient light bulb makers, environmental engineering firms and others expanded their work force by 9 ... Environmental engineering firms and other pollution cleanup specialists that have been around for years dominated the Pew jobs data. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Study: Jobs in green sector growing Jun 16, 2009
Solar and wind-power companies, energy- efficient light bulb makers, environmental engineering firms and others expanded their work force by 9. 1 percent from 1998 to 2007, the latest year available, according to Pew. (Montana Standard, MT)
Labor absolves Choate in Berkman collapse Jun 16, 2009
Choate previously announced two nationally prominent forensic engineering firms independently performed thorough structural analyses of the owner-furnished parking garage design, and determined the design was grossly deficient and the cause of the collapse, Choate said in a release. Neither report found any action or inaction by Choate to be the cause of the collapse. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Green jobs growing at twice national average Jun 16, 2009
Solar and wind-power companies, energy-efficient light bulb makers, environmental engineering firms and others expanded their work force by 9 ... Solar and wind-power companies, energy-efficient light bulb makers, environmental engineering firms and others expanded their work force by 9 ... The Pew jobs data was dominated by environmental engineering firms and other pollution cleanup specialists that have been around for years. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Contractors eager to bid on Whipple bldg. work Jun 6, 2009
Architects, construction companies, engineering firms and even building-component suppliers are anxiously awaiting more details on the overhaul of the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building at Fort Snelling in Minneapolis. The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) set aside $115 million of stimulus money for the project, which makes it one of the largest construction projects, public or private, in the Twin Cities pipeline. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Big dogs in engineering form new firm Jun 6, 2009
Three men from powerhouse engineering firms in Austin have struck out on their own to form a new engineering and consulting firm. Will Schnier, Bob Brown and Brad Lingvai had all previously worked at Austin-based Bury + Partners. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
City Hires a New Engineer Jun 6, 2009
After receiving several RFQs from engineering firms, including current provider C. M. Archer, the city evaluated the submissions. City Administrator Jim Arndt, Mayor Ron Blum and Public Works Director Butch Terry served as the review committee. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
