Innovative Housing Concept Wins 2025 Forge Prize
CHICAGO - A design concept that turns underutilized space in dense urban neighborhoods into new communities has taken the top award in the American Institute of Steel Construction’s 2025 Forge Prize. Architect Ho-gyeum Kim of CZS tapped into the potential for rear yards of single-family homes to meet New York’s housing demands. A modular system based on the average rowhouse lot width could bring duplex units with semi-private outdoor areas. Kim partnered with Ralph Barone of Barone Steel in B...
COWI spearheads Project Ireland 2040 infrastructure transformation ambitions with strategic expansion
The move will support Ireland’s €116 billion National Development Plan and bring 50 new jobs to the country Dublin, Ireland, 18th March, 2025: COWI, a leading international engineering consulting group, today announced the opening of its new office in Dublin, Ireland. This strategic expansion will provide critical engineering expertise to support Project Ireland 2040...
Georgia Tech PhD Student Receives AISC Young Professional Award
CHICAGO - Hannah Kessler, a PhD student at Georgia Tech, has an exciting year ahead of her. Kessler is the 2025 recipient of the AISC Education Foundation’s Reidar Bjorhovde Outstanding Young Professional Award. She intends to become a structural engineering faculty member after completing her PhD this spring. Kessler holds a bachelor’s and master of science in civil engineering from Clemson University. "In addition to Hannah's impressive record of academics, leadership, teaching, and rese...
Zekelman Industries Announces Key Leadership Changes to Guide Company’s Future Success, Innovation, and Expansion
CEO Barry Zekelman to transition a portion of current responsibilities to new president Mickey McNamara; Tom Muth promoted to president of pipe and tube CHICAGO (March 17, 2025) — Zekelman Industries, the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and an innovator in integrated real estate development, is updating its leadership structure to better position the company for future growth opportunities. Barry Zekelman will continue his role as CEO and will remain...
Applications Now Open for FK Architecture’s Annual Robert and Joanne Koch Scholarship for Architecture Students in Central Florida
Dedicated to fostering growth and equity in the architecture space across Central Florida, FK Architecture is pleased to once again announce the Robert and Joanne Koch Scholarship for Architecture. Robert, co-founder of Fugleberg Koch, and his late wife Joanne's commitment to the field is reflected in this $1,500 merit-based scholarship, which is awarded annually to one outstanding Central Florida student. This student must continue their studies at an accredited institution within Central Flori...
JCJ Architecture Elevates Multiple Team Members
Firm’s Recent Promotions Include Individuals from Across the Firm, Contributing in a Variety of Roles HARTFORD, Conn.— March 11, 2025 — JCJ Architecture (JCJ), a forward-thinking and nationally ranked planning, architecture, and interior design firm, is pleased to announce a series of promotions, recognizing individuals for their extraordinary commitment to design innovation, technical excellence, and client service. The recent elevations spotlight individuals in various roles who have s...
HDR’s Nguyen and Jones Recognized by WTS Chapters in Colorado, Arizona
Two of HDR’s transportation professionals have been recognized by their respective WTS chapters for their work supporting women in the transportation industry. In recognition of her work advocating for doing the right thing and creating opportunities for young professionals, HDR’s Chau Nguyen, P.E., has been named WTS Colorado Person of the Year. And Arriana Jones was recognized as WTS Metro Phoenix’s New Member of the Year. HDR has a long history of involvement with WTS International, an org...
DIGroup Architecture's Vince Myers Honored as 2025 Diversity in Business Leader
DIGroup Architecture’s (DIG) Vince Myers was recently honored as a 2025 Diversity in Business Leader at a reception at the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia. The DIG president and co-founding principal was recognized for advancing the field of architecture while championing inclusion within the business community. Photo Credit: DIGroup Architecture Reception held at Museum of the American Revolution Philadelphia, Pa. / New Bruns...
DFI Educational Trust Awards Scholarships From Five Funds
Hawthorne, N.J. (March 4, 2025): Deep Foundations Institute (DFI) Educational Trust, the charitable arm of DFI, recently awarded 10 scholarships totaling $43,750 to students pursuing careers in civil and geotechnical engineering. The scholarships went to the following recipients. Charles J. Berkel Memorial Scholarship Fund ($5,000) Solon Palu, senior, University of California, Berkeley LANGAN Engineering & Environmental Services Legacy Scholarship Fund ($6,250 each) Lota...
Dean Amhaus, The Water Council Founding CEO, to Retire
Board to conduct nationwide search for new leader Milwaukee, WI, MARCH 5, 2025 – Dean Amhaus, the founding president and CEO of The Water Council, will retire later this year after 15 years of service to the organization. The board will immediately commence a nationwide search for a new leader for The Water Council, with Amhaus remaining in place until a new CEO comes on board to ensure a smooth transition. Amhaus played a key role in the formation of The Water Council in 2009 and beca...
Stormwater Interview with Robert Page, P.E., Vice President, HNTB
Santa Barbara County North Branch Jail Expansion
February Issue 2026
