U.S. DOT Recognizes American Heroes in Transportation
This week the White House is celebrating the work of American Heroes across the country. Here at the U.S. Department of Transportation, we also want to honor the courageous and inspiring work of our transportation heroes. Transportation reaches every corner of the country, and so do the transportation professionals who keep our infrastructure running safely and efficiently. From air traffic controllers and first responders to safety technicians and engineers, these heroes are saving lives and...
ADOT-Sponsored Construction Academy Provides Gateway to Careers
PHOENIX – Thirty-one individuals seeking a hand up obtained entry-level positions as flaggers on construction projects, paying $13 to $19 per hour, thanks to free training provided by the Arizona Department of Transportation. Those who took part in the flagger-certification program held this summer are the latest cohort in the Construction Academy Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program offered by ADOT’s On-The-Job-Training Supportive Services Program, part of the agency’s Business Engagement and...
U.S. Department of Transportation Appoints Two New Members to WMATA Board of Directors
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao announced the appointment of two new Federal representatives, each with considerable transportation and infrastructure expertise, to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) board of directors. Both new appointees to the board will bring extensive backgrounds in U.S. transportation infrastructure, innovative financing, and federal regulatory policy. The two appointed Principal Directors with voting authority...
AECOM Appoints Julie L. Labonte Senior Vice-President and Senior Program Manager within its Design and Consulting Services Group’s Program and Construction Management Business
SAN FRANCISCO — AECOM, a premier, fully integrated global infrastructure firm, announced today that Julie L. Labonte has been named senior vice-president and senior program manager within its Design and Consulting Services group’s Program and Construction Management (PM/CM) business. In this role, Ms. Labonte will concentrate on growing the firm’s PM/CM business with a focus on helping major California and National clients meet significant water and wastewater challenges. Ms. Labonte comes t...
HNTB Hires Kia Gillette as Environmental Project Manager
INDIANAPOLIS – Kia Gillette joined HNTB Corporation as an environmental project manager. Her role is strategic adviser on National Environmental Policy Act projects, programs and pursuits. She offices in Indianapolis and currently is working on environmental documents for the Indiana Department of Transportation. “I am pleased to welcome Kia to HNTB,” said Jack Allen, HNTB national environmental planning professional services leader and vice president. “Her experience and outstanding technic...
Heartland Water Technology Continues Its Global Push with Two Strategic Hires
WALTHAM, Mass.- Heartland Water Technology, Inc., a global technology company that develops products to solve some of the world's most challenging waste water problems, today announced it is adding two executives to its leadership team. Marek Herrmann-Nowosielski joins Heartland as the Senior Vice President for Product Management. In this role, Mr. Nowosielski will lead in developing and commercializing the company's technologies and products, with a key focus on extending Heartland's platf...
RJN Leadership Transition Names Daniel Jackson, P.E. as Principal-In-Charge of Texas and Arkansas Engineering Operations
WHEATON, Ill. - RJN Group, Inc. is pleased to announce the promotion of Daniel Jackson, P.E. to the position of Principal-in-Charge of regional Dallas, Texas operations. Daniel graduated from Texas Tech University with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and is a registered Professional Engineer in Texas and Arkansas. His portfolio of experience centers on water and wastewater infrastructure engineering including collection system condition assessment, flow monitoring, hydraulic modelin...
HNTB’s Tony Shkurti Named President of Structural Engineers Association of Illinois
CHICAGO –Tony Shkurti, Ph.D., PE, HNTB Fellow and Great Lakes Division bridge practice leader, has been named president of the Structural Engineers Association of Illinois. He began a one-year term on July 1, 2017. As president, Dr. Shkurti helps lead the organization’s mission to advance and advocate excellence in structural engineering and aid in safeguarding the public. SEAOI accomplishes this through education, outreach and networking to structural engineering professionals living and wor...
SEAOI Installs New Officers for 2017-2018
Chicago, IL: The Structural Engineers Association of Illinois (SEAOI) has installed a new Executive Committee and elected three new Directors. All terms began on July 1, 2017 and the 2017-2018 Board of Directors is as follows: President – Tony Shkurti, HNTB Corporation President-Elect – David Nickell, TGRWA, LLC Treasurer – Christine M. Freisinger, Wiss, Janey, Elstner Associates, Inc. Secretary – Soliman Khudeira, Chicago Department of Transportation and Illinois Institute of Technology...
Leo A. Fernandez, P.E. Joins Thornton Tomasetti as Vice President in Weidlinger Transportation Practice
Thornton Tomasetti, the international engineering firm, announces that Leo A. Fernandez, P.E., has joined the firm’s Wall Street, New York office as a vice president in the Weidlinger Transportation practice. He has more than 20 years of experience in the inspection, analysis, rehabilitation and design of roadway, rail, pedestrian and long-span bridges. Fernandez will manage current and future projects and will also assist with office operations and business development opportunities. Key Poi...
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June Issue 2026
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