HLW Expands Leadership Team, Solidifying its Expertise in Utilizing Technology in Architecture and Design
The global architecture, design and planning firm hires Xiaoxuan Peng to further enhance data-driven solutions throughout its portfolios New York —HLW has welcomed Xiaoxuan Peng, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, as the Director of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Computational Design to enhance its cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking perspectives in architecture and design. His multidisciplinary expertise in technology and architecture will enable HLW and its clients to leverage new i...
ACEC Research Institute Releases New Engineering Industry Forecast
ACEC Research Institute finds industry of 1.5 million has rebounded; firms name tight labor market, lack of qualified workers as barriers to growth Washington, DC — Today, the ACEC Research Institute released two new reports on the Engineering and Design Services industry: the 2021 Economic Assessment of the Engineering and Design Services Industry and a new Engineering Business Sentiment report for Q4 2021. The data shows the industry has rebounded from project postponements due to C...
Coventry University professor elected as a member of prestigious engineering charity
A Coventry University Professor has been selected as a member of the Directors’ Board for the Women’s Engineering Society. Professor Elena Gaura, lead for Mathematical, Physical and Computational Sciences research at the university, joins the board following her inspiring contribution to combatting global challenges through her research, having earlier this year been named as one of the UK’s Top 50 Women in Engineering. Founded in 1919, The Women’s Engineering Society (WES) is now in its t...
Structurlam Celebrates Addition of New Mass Timber Specialist in the Pacific Northwest Region
Jon Potter Joins Structurlam, the Leading Manufacturer of Mass Timber in North America Penticton, B.C. -- Structurlam Mass Timber Corporation, the leading mass timber manufacturer in North America, has welcomed Jon Potter as the company’s newest mass timber specialist. Based in Seattle, Potter will be responsible for building Structurlam’s Pacific Northwest regional presence, continuing to promote and expand the company’s mass timber projects. With a master’s degree in civil engineering, h...
Anne Darnall Named WSP USA National Transit and Rail Deputy Market Sector Leader
Will lead business development and operations for transit and rail pursuits and projects across the Eastern U.S.; brings consistent track record of successful project delivery. CHARLOTTE, December 9, 2021 — Anne Darnall has been named National Transit and Rail deputy market sector leader at WSP USA, a leading engineering and professional services consultancy. She will be responsible for managing the firm’s Eastern region. In her new role, Darnall will lead strategic growth strate...
HDR Promotes Cathy LaFata to Transportation Equity Director
New Position Continues Commitment to Equity in Transportation HDR’s Cathy LaFata has taken on a new role as the company’s transportation equity director, where she will apply more than 27 years of environmental justice expertise to help clients incorporate equity into projects at every level. “Our clients are eager to figure out how to navigate this new world in front of them — where equity is now very much tied to federal funding,” LaFata said. “We can help them understand what an...
Jannet Walker-Ford to Serve on APTA Executive Committee
WSP leader will leverage extensive experience in transit and rail services to guide leading industry organization and support transportation advocacy. JACKSONVILLE, Florida — The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) has selected Jannet Walker-Ford, senior vice president and national transit and rail leader for WSP USA, to serve on its Executive Committee for the 2021-2022 term. APTA is a nonprofit international association representing all modes of public transporta...
Anthony Shdo joins UMC’s Building Automation and Controls group as Controls Sales Manager
Seattle/Mukilteo, WA [December 6, 2021] – Anthony Shdo recently joined UMC as the Controls Sales Manager for our Building Automation and Controls group. In his role, he will be at the forefront of our controls sales business and support the continued growth of the group. “We have built a strong operations team and Anthony brings with him an extraordinary level of experience,” said Steve Brooks, UMC President. “The level of enthusiasm he brings to our controls group is palpable. He brings...
UMC’s Martin Clinton Earns CEA Cerification
Seattle/Mukilteo, WA – UMC is pleased to announce that Martin Clinton, M.S., CEM (henceforth, “Martin Clinton, M.S., CEM, CEA”) – has passed all requirements and examinations for the Certified Energy Auditor® (CEA) program from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) making him one of approximately 15 CEAs in Washington State. As UMC’s Building Performance Services Manager, Martin specializes in building operations. He and his team perform energy audits, facility assessments, facility...
Aries Industries Names Wes Brown as Canada Sales Manager
Innisfil, Ontario – Aries Industries, the industry leader in state-of-the-art equipment for inspection and maintenance of underground infrastructure, has extended its market reach with the hiring of Wes Brown as Canada Sales Manager. Brown, based in Innisfil, oversees the entire Aries Industries dealer network in Canada. He will focus on building strong customer relationships throughout the country, where Aries Industries has added three new dealers in the past 15 months. Brown c...
Stormwater Interview with Robert Page, P.E., Vice President, HNTB
TriMet’s Banfield Type 1 Substation Replacement Project
February Issue 2026
