Jeff Ellis Selected to Join the Structural Engineers Association of California (SEAOC) College of Fellows
The Structural Engineers Association of California (SEAOC) has selected Jeff Ellis, S.E., Director of Strengthening at Simpson Strong-Tie, to join its prestigious College of Fellows. Ellis, the nominee this year from the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC), was inducted on September 5 during the annual SEAOC Convention in Portland, Oregon. The SEAOC College of Fellows represents the organization’s highest honor, recognizing members for their distinguished...
Kristin White to Lead FHWA as Acting Federal Highway Administrator
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced Kristin White is serving as Acting Federal Highway Administrator, effective September 11, 2024. Ms. White previously served as FHWA Deputy Administrator since May 2024 and originally joined FHWA as Chief Counsel in July 2023. Throughout her time at FHWA, Ms. White has helped lead the agency to oversee key FHWA programs and new initiatives created under President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. “I am honored a...
Darryl Murdock Joins Avineon’s U.S. Federal Team
McLean, Virginia – Avineon, Inc. (Avineon), a successful provider of spatial intelligence, GIS managed services, digital modernization, and engineering support solutions, today announced the hiring of Darryl Murdock as Vice President, Geospatial Solutions for Avineon’s U.S. Federal division. Dr. Murdock has over 25 years of experience leading, developing, and delivering strategic customer-focused solutions in the U.S. federal contracting space. Since graduating from West Point and successfully...
The City of Oklahoma City Appoints New Director of Public Transportation and Parking Department
New Director will also serve as administrator of the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA) OKLAHOMA CITY –Craig Freeman, City Manager of Oklahoma City, has named Jesse Rush administrator of the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA) and Director of the City of Oklahoma City’s Public Transportation and Parking Department. Rush, the former EMBARK Assistant Director of Operations, replaces Jason Ferbrache, who has served in a dual role as Oklahom...
Lane Enterprises announces Senior VP Marketing and Communications
Pipe and Plastics Industry Veteran Radoszewski Appointed Camp Hill, PA - Sept. 18, 2024 - Lane Enterprises, Inc. (Lane), the nation’s second largest producer of both corrugated steel and corrugated plastic pipe, announced today that Tony Radoszewski has joined the company in the new position of Senior Vice President Marketing and Communications effective September 16, 2024. Radoszewski will lead Lane’s efforts to broaden market opportunities in numerous civil infrastructure applicatio...
Arcadis Strengthens Florida Leadership with New Principal Appointment
Anna Abreu adds a diverse perspective on hospitality, multifamily, and mixed-used to a rapidly growing studio MIAMI, September 16, 2024 — Arcadis, a leading global design and consultancy firm, has welcomed Anna Abreu as Living Practice Principal. Under Abreu’s leadership, the firm will expand its capabilities to design beautiful and impactful spaces across hospitality, multifamily, and mixed-use developments. Abreu will leverage her decades of design experience to unify efforts across Arcadi...
AtkinsRéalis Hires Shailen Bhatt as SVP and COO for its US, LATAM and M&M business
Tampa, FL – AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear company with offices around the world, has hired Shailen Bhatt as a Senior Vice President and the new Chief Operating Officer for its U.S., Latin America and Minerals & Metals business. Mr. Bhatt joins AtkinsRéalis as the former Administrator for the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). “We are successfully executing our plan to grow strongly in the US and adding Shailen’s industry renowned leadership and experience is a...
Engineering Tomorrow Announces Executive Director Transition
Timothy McNiff, whose strategic innovation and financial stewardship contributed significantly to the organization’s rapid expansion, passes Executive Director title to former Director of Operations Megan Barrett Megan Barrett brings 20 years of experience in education and nonprofit management, including over eight years of leadership at Engineering Tomorrow September 16, 2024 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time NEW YORK-Engineering Tomorrow, a public charity dedicated to inspiring high...
Second Keynote Speaker Announced for DFI’s 49th Annual Conference on Deep Foundations
October 7–10 in Colorado Hawthorne, N.J.: Edward E. Belk Jr., P.E., director of civil works for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) in Washington D.C., is presenting a keynote lecture at the plenary session on Day 3 of DFI’s 49th Annual Conference on Deep Foundations (DFI49). The international conference is being held October 7–10, at Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, Colorado. His presentation is titled “Dam and Levee Barrier Walls at the Corps of Engineers – H...
Missouri S&T professor wins ASCE President’s Medal
ROLLA, Mo. – Dr. Joel Burken, a longtime faculty member at Missouri University of Science and Technology, has been selected as a recipient of the 2024 President’s Medal from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). According to ASCE’s website, the annual award was established in the 1980s to honor engineers who have made significant accomplishments and contributions in support of ASCE, their field or the public. No more than two recipients are selected each year. “I feel humbled...
Stormwater Interview with Robert Page, P.E., Vice President, HNTB
Santa Barbara County North Branch Jail Expansion
February Issue 2026
