Engineering Influence from ACEC

Join us in this engaging episode of the American Council of Engineering Companies podcast, where we introduce our new class of vice chairs and members of the executive committee. Orhan Ulger, a seasoned professional in the engineering community, shares his journey within ACEC, detailing his extensive involvement and contributions to the organization's growth and success. Explore the significant ad...

Welcome to this week's episode of the Engineering Influence Podcast from the American Council of Engineering Companies, where we introduce our newest XCOM member and Vice Chair, Andy McCune. Andy shares his impressive journey from a graduate engineer to CEO of Wade Trim, a Detroit-based engineering firm, and his longstanding involvement with ACEC. Join us as Andy discusses his vision for empowerin...

In this episode of the Engineering Influence Podcast from the American Council of Engineering Companies, we delve into the insightful research from the ACEC Research Institute. We explore how data collected from industry leaders has evolved into a significant tool for forecasting economic trends. Join us as we speak with Joe Bates about groundbreaking findings that position sentiment within the en...

Welcome to the latest episode of the Engineering Influence Podcast by the American Council of Engineering Companies. Katharine Mottley, Vice President of Tax and Workforce Policy, is joined by Alan Perkins from Tonkin Torp LLP, diving into crucial discussions on immigration policies affecting the engineering industry. This episode emphasizes the workforce shortages in engineering and explores the...

Join us on this insightful episode of the Engineering Office Podcast, presented by the American Council of Engineering Companies, as we explore the critical importance of indoor air quality. Our special guest, Randi Huckaby from CAMFIL, shares valuable insights into air pollution control in both commercial and industrial spaces. Through this conversation, we delve into the various causes of indoor...

Welcome to the Engineering Influence podcast from the ACEC! In this episode, we delve into the critical issue of embedded carbon in the built environment with Kelly Roberts, Principal and Managing Director of the Atlanta Structures Group for Walter P. Moore. Roberts provides insights from their latest report, shedding light on how the engineering industry can address carbon reduction, focusing on...

Welcome to another episode of the Engineering Influence podcast, where we delve into the world of digital transformation and AI within the AEC industry. Join Thomas Grogan and Ronen Vengosh as they explore how organizations can navigate the complexities of change management and the importance of data governance. Ronan shares invaluable insights into best practices for firms embarking on a digital...

Welcome to another episode of the Engineering Influence podcast from the American Council of Engineering Companies. Join Diana O' Lare, Director of Market Intelligence at ACEC National, as she engages in a compelling conversation with Mike Moss, President of the Society of College and University Planning. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of higher education, diving into topics such as...

Welcome to the Engineering Influence podcast by the American Council of Engineering Companies. In this episode, we delve into HDR's distinctive approach to employee experience and talent development. Discover how HDR fosters a culture of employee ownership and collaboration, offering diverse development paths tailored to individual needs and aspirations.   Learn about HDR's holistic talent ecosyst...

Welcome to the latest episode of Engineering Influence, a podcast by the American Council of Engineering Companies. In this episode, we are joined by Jon Gray, Principal at Rockport Analytics, to discuss the recently published economic forecast for the engineering industry, specifically tailored for 2024. John provides insightful analysis into the macroeconomic impact of the engineering design ser...

Welcome to the Engineering Influence podcast from the American Council of Engineering Companies, where we delve into the newly released ACEC Research Institute 2024 Quarter 4 Engineering Business Sentiment Survey. This quarterly survey offers a comprehensive look at current and future business conditions within the engineering industry by interviewing and surveying CEOs across the sector. In this...

In this episode of the Engineering Influence Podcast from the American Council of Engineering Companies, we delve into the transformative journey of HDR, an employee-owned engineering firm. From its founding in 1917, HDR has evolved through various stages of ownership, culminating in a buyback in 1996 that established its current employee-owned model. Join host Jeff as he engages with a panel of e...

Join us on the Engineering and Public Works Roadshow as we explore the innovative Mountain to Sea Trail Connector project in Oak Ridge, North Carolina. This episode, recorded at the inaugural Great Trail State Conference in Winston-Salem, highlights the collaborative efforts of local engineers and city planners to connect two key natural trails, enhancing public safety and accessibility. Our guest...

In this episode of Engineering Influenced by the American Council of Engineering Companies, Shreya, the Marketing & Communications Coordinator at ACEC, welcomes Bret Tushaus, VP of Product Management from Deltek. Together, they explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the engineering industry and discuss how Deltek is leveraging AI to enhance project management and decis...

In this inspiring episode of the Engineering Influence Podcast, we sit down with James Lawrence, renowned endurance athlete and our keynote speaker at the 2024 annual fall conference in New Orleans. Sponsored by Bentley, this episode explores the incredible journey of James, the world record holder for completing 101 consecutive Ironman races, and the profound lessons he learned along the way. Jam...

In this episode of the Engineering Influence podcast by the American Council of Engineering Companies, host Shreya, the Marketing & Communications Coordinator, is joined by Adam Loewentheil, co-founder and CEO of Aldoa. Together, they delve into the transformative power of technology in the engineering and consulting industries, emphasizing the evolution over the past 20 years and the promisin...

Welcome to the Engineering Influence Podcast from the American Council of Engineering Companies, recorded live at the 2024 Annual Fall Conference and sponsored by Bentley Systems. In this episode, we delve into the transformative impact of Bentley's new AI-powered software suite, OpenSite+, on the civil engineering industry. Join our conversation with Francois Valois, VP of Civil Engineering, and...