Crowley Names Chief Naval Architect to Advance Innovative Designs
(SEATTLE) – Crowley has appointed Charles (Charlie) Jors as chief naval architect for the company’s engineering services. He will lead Crowley’s vessel design and marine engineering teams. With nearly 20 years of naval architecture and marine engineering experience, Jors has served in previous leadership roles on complex projects, involving vessel design and development, construction, structural analysis, conversion and modification. Since joining Crowley in 2010, Jors has played an activ...
Microdesk Promotes Dr. Xifan “Jeff” Chen to Director of Digital Transformation
Global Digital Technology & Management Consulting Leader Propels Technological Advancement to Enhance Efficiency and Sustainability NASHUA, NH – Microdesk, a leading global digital delivery and management consulting firm and part of Symetri, Addnode Group, announced today the promotion of Dr. Xifan “Jeff” Chen, Ph.D., LEED AP to the newly-created position, Director of Digital Transformation. Dr. Chen will lead the company’s push to bring digital technology integration to all parts o...
The LiRo Group Welcomes Phillip Eng, PE, as Executive Vice President
(Syosset, NY ) The LiRo Group, (LiRo), a national, multidisciplinary project and construction management, engineering, architecture, and technology firm, is pleased to announce the recent hire of Phillip Eng, PE to Executive Vice President. Mr. Eng has joined LiRo after a 40-year career in public service in which his most prominent role was President of the MTA Long Island Rail Road (LIRR). He held the position for nearly four years until he stepped down in February 2022. As President, he establ...
Dallas Hammit Joins WSP USA Leadership for Southwest Mountain District
Former deputy director for the Arizona Department of Transportation brings more than three decades of transportation experience to his new leadership role at the firm. TEMPE, ARIZONA, August 2, 2022 — Dallas Hammit is joining the Southwest Mountain District leadership team at WSP USA, a leading engineering and professional services consultancy. Hammit will support the district across all business lines by providing marketing, sales and technical leadership; by maintaining relationship...
Christopher Raebel Named AISC VP of Engineering and Research
CHICAGO - The American Institute of Steel Construction is proud to welcome Christopher H. Raebel, SE, PE, PhD, as its new vice president of engineering and research. He succeeds Larry Kruth, PE, who is retiring later this year. Raebel will oversee all AISC technical activities, including development of AISC's standards and technical publications, research programs, and technical assistance through the AISC Steel Solutions Center. "Steel is the fastest, most cost-effective, highest quality, a...
RMF Engineering Announces New Board of Directors Appointment from Columbus, Ohio Office
Baltimore, Md. –– RMF Engineering, a leader in full-service engineering, today announced the election of Ohio Division Manager Vincent Jarrett to the firm’s Board of Directors. "Vince has proven himself to be an invaluable leader at RMF, committed not only to the success of the Ohio office but to that of the firm at large," said Ken Pitz, President of RMF. "His appointment to the Board is a testament to his diligence and advancement of RMF's core values across all aspects of the business, an...
Perkins&Will Thrives Alongside Austin’s Rapid Growth
Recent project recognition underscores the studio’s strength in the region, while leadership promotions support its future growth in a rapidly expanding market AUSTIN, TEXAS —The Austin studio of global architecture and design firm Perkins&Will is expanding and evolving its reach within the country’s fastest-growing major metropolitan city. Recent project wins and award recognition solidify the studio’s role as an architectural and urban design force shaping the region’s future. At the s...
WSP USA Appoints Jerry Jannetti as Southeast Region President
Jannetti returns to the Southeast region after serving as New York district leader, Northeast regional manager; leadership experience with many of firm’s key projects in multiple markets. NEW YORK— Jerry Jannetti has been promoted to the role of Southeast region president for WSP USA, a leading engineering and professional services consultancy, where he will provide leadership for the transportation, buildings, energy, environment, water and advisory markets in the region. Jannetti s...
Christopher LaTuso to Lead HDR’s Transportation Market Strategy
Experienced infrastructure leader Christopher LaTuso, P.E., has been named HDR’s new transportation market strategy director. In his new position, LaTuso will help set the vision and develop strategies to drive the continued growth of HDR’s global transportation program of more than 4,400 employees across all transportation modes and markets. He will work with market and client development leaders to implement programs focused on client service, anticipate transportation market trends, and de...
Duperon Corporation Expands Leadership Team
Steve Macomber hired as business development manager Saginaw, Mich. – Duperon Corporation, the industry leader in innovative preliminary liquid/solids separation systems, welcomes Steve Macomber as business development manager. Macomber brings 25 years of industry experience and will lead the company’s business development efforts, bringing to life the vision and goals of current and future customers. Hailing from Charlotte, North Carolina, Macomber’s expertise spans across the engin...