AISC Hires Its First Market Development Director for Architecture
CHICAGO - Nima Balasubramanian, Registered Architect, has joined the American Institute of Steel Construction as the Institute's first director of market development for architecture. Balasubramanian will lead the development of AISC initiatives for steel architecture design, research, and innovation as the Institute works to build resources for and partnerships within the architecture community. She will lead a team of architects at AISC’s forthcoming architecture center, which will serve de...
Simpson Strong-Tie Bolsters National Accounts Team with Three New Positions
Pleasanton, Calif. — Simpson Strong-Tie, the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, has made several additions and promotions to strengthen its National Accounts team further, serving professional builders and LBM suppliers. “The National Accounts team is committed to prioritizing long-term outcomes. This fundamental value serves as a cornerstone that holds us accountable for making decisions that benefit both our customers and our organization,” said Nate Johnston...
JCJ Architecture Announces Appointment of Director of Sustainability
JCJ elevates existing employee to pivotal role within the firm HARTFORD, CONN.— JCJ Architecture (JCJ), a forward-thinking and nationally ranked planning, architecture, and interior design practice, is pleased to announce the appointment of experienced Senior Project Architect and passionate sustainability advocate, Eric Haggstrom, AIA, LEED AP, to take over the role of Director of Sustainability. An architect with 15 years of experience in projects ranging from civic, higher educatio...
Commercial Development Resources (CDR) Adds Landscape Architecture to its Service Offerings and Welcomes Brandon Hanna to Lead the Effort
CDR announces a new division of landscape architecture services, complementing its civil engineering expertise. With the addition of seasoned professional Brandon Hanna, with more than 20 years of experience and a unique fit for the firm's clientele, this strategic move provides a more comprehensive and streamlined approach to project development. Costa Mesa, CA – Commercial Development Resources (CDR), California’s premier civil engineering land development firm today announced the inte...
Danfoss is Seeking Nominations for its 15th EnVisioneer of the Year award
Danfoss has announced it is now accepting entries for its 15th annual EnVisioneer of the Year award competition. Launched in 2010, the competition recognizes North American original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), building owners, municipalities, contractors and end users that have introduced a new product, opened a new facility, or invested in a building or system upgrade in the past 18 months using Danfoss products or solutions to realize significant energy and environmental savings. Int...
Ahmad Hassan Receives 2024 Reidar Bjorhovde Outstanding Young Professional Award
CHICAGO - The AISC Education Foundation is pleased to announce that Degenkolb Engineers’ Ahmad Hassan has received the second-ever Reidar Bjorhovde Outstanding Young Professional Award. Hassan graduated from the University of California, Davis, with his PhD in structural engineering in December 2022. Shortly thereafter, he went to work at Degenkolb Engineers. He will kick off his upcoming year of steel industry exposure in March at NASCC: The Steel Conference, where he will receive recogni...
Flomatic Appoints Scott S. Shimer as Vice President of Sales
GLENS FALLS, N.Y.- Flomatic®, a leading global valve manufacturer in the water and wastewater industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott S. Shimer as its Vice President of Sales. With a stellar track record in sales leadership and business development, Mr. Shimer brings over three decades of experience in driving growth in the water industry. In his role at Flomatic, Mr. Shimer will be instrumental in leading the sales team, fostering strategic partnerships, and spearheading i...
Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute Installs New Chair and Board Members, Bestows Honors at PCI Convention
CHICAGO, February 19, 2024 – The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) elected Jim Fabinski as its new Chair at the 2024 PCI Convention in Denver, Colo., February 6-10. Attendance totaled 1013, almost matching the previous year’s record attendance. There were many memorable moments during the annual event. These included dozens of college students visiting companies at the second annual PCI Student Job Fair. Ten new PCI Titans of the Industry recognizing members who made lasting contri...
HKS Unveils 2024 Promotions & Appointments
The global design firm elevates six to Partner & Shareholder positions, and 19 to the role of Principal DALLAS, TEXAS – February 19, 2024 – HKS proudly revealed significant advancements in its leadership and strategic direction during its annual promotions and appointments ceremony. These notable promotions encompass Principal appointments, as well as Partner/Shareholder roles, across HKS offices spanning Austin, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, London, Miami, and Washingt...
Michael Grubb to Receive AISC’s Highest Design Honor
CHICAGO - The American Institute of Steel Construction will present the J. Lloyd Kimbrough Award--which recognizes the pre-eminent steel designers of their era--to bridge industry legend Michael A. Grubb, PE, executive director at M.A. Grubb & Assoc., LLC. Grubb is just the 13th person to receive the Kimbrough Award since 1941. Previous recipients include Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Fazlur R. Khan, Leslie E. Robertson, John Kulicki, and, most recently, David I. Ruby. “It’s hard to overstate...