S&T researcher awarded $2 million to develop AI for concrete supply chain security
ROLLA, Mo. — A Missouri University of Science and Technology researcher has been awarded $2 million from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation to develop artificial intelligence tools aimed at strengthening the nation’s construction materials supply chains by expanding the use of alternative materials in concrete production. The project, led by Dr. Hongyan Ma, a Kummer Impact Professor of civil, architectural and environmental engineering and Benavi...
SGH Expands Building Enclosure Consulting Presence in Atlanta
National firm deepens southeast presence, welcoming architect and building expert Edward Bernard alongside SGH veteran Scott Tomlinson ATLANTA, GA, 27 May 2026 – Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is pleased to announce the strategic expansion of the firm’s building enclosure consulting services in Atlanta, GA, and the Southeastern United States. Edward Bernard joins SGH as a Principal, bringing more than three decades of experience in the area as an architect, forensic building consultant, and orga...
Carollo Engineers appoints Farhan Shaikh as vice president, retains Alan Roberson as water policy consultant
Leadership additions strengthen Carollo’s digital water capabilities and federal regulatory expertise WALNUT CREEK, Calif., May 26, 2026 – As water utilities navigate increasing pressure to modernize infrastructure and comply with evolving federal regulations, Carollo Engineers is strengthening its capabilities in both areas with two strategic appointments. The firm announced today that Farhan Shaikh has joined as vice president and senior strategic advisor for digital transformation and solutio...
Urban Engineers Welcomes Gerald Arters, Vice President, Northeast Director of Construction
Mount Laurel, NJ (May 19, 2026) – Urban Engineers, Inc. (Urban) is pleased to announce that Gerald (Gerry) Arters has joined the firm as Vice President, Northeast Director of Construction. Arters has more than 36 years of experience in the engineering and construction industry, with extensive expertise in bridge, highway, and toll plaza infrastructure. His experience includes construction management, on-site supervision, contractor coordination, claims resolution, CPM scheduling, and inspection...
BGE, Inc. Strengthens Leadership with Appointment of New Chief Corporate Officer and Chief Operating Officer
From left to right: Rodney Heisch, Chief Corporate Officer; Randy Randermann, President and CEO; and Mike Garrison, Chief Operating Officer at BGE’s Houston Headquarters. BGE, Inc., a leading multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm, today announced the appointment of Rodney R. Heisch, PE, as Chief Corporate Officer (CCO) and Michael H. Garrison, PE, as Chief Operating Officer (COO). These appointments, effective June 1, 2026, reflect a deliberate evolution in BGE's leadership structure...
Sergio Saenz named Global Sector Director at HKS
Miami-based partner will help drive growth, innovation and cross-practice collaboration across the global Place sector Global design firm HKS has named Sergio Saenz as global sector director of its Place sector, reinforcing the firm’s integrated leadership approach and continued focus on growth, innovation and client value. Based in HKS’ Miami office, Saenz will lead the Place sector, which includes the firm’s Hospitality, Mixed-Use, Mission Critical, Multifamily Residential and Senior Living pr...
National Precast Concrete Association Names Jennifer Harrell, P.E., Director of Technical Specifications
The National Precast Concrete Association has created a new Director of Technical Specifications position and named Jennifer Harrell, P.E., to the role, strengthening NPCA’s efforts to ensure precast concrete remains fairly represented in state and local infrastructure specifications. Harrell will monitor, evaluate and help shape specifications nationwide, working with agencies, engineers, industry partners and NPCA members to support fair consideration of precast concrete in infrastructure proj...
Training Tomorrow’s Transportation Champions
ARTBA Graduates 2026 Industry Leadership Class (WASHINGTON, D.C.) – Twenty-seven emerging leaders in the transportation construction industry completed a three-day, deep-dive into federal issues and policymaking during the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) Foundation’s Industry Leader Development Program (ILDP) May 11-13. Participants leave with a solid understanding of industry economics, how transportation work is funded and financed, how actions by the federal govern...
Joe Lehmkuhl Named Vice President of Sub-Fabrication at Lexicon, Inc.
Industry veteran takes on leadership role in company’s Fabrication Group LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (May 19, 2026) – Lexicon, Inc. has hired Joe Lehmkuhl as vice president of sub-fabrication. In this role, he will lead strategic planning, process optimization and client relationship management for Lexicon’s Fabrication Group as the company continues its growth as a leading steel fabricator. Lehmkuhl previously worked at Lexicon from 2004 to 2007 as a sub-fabrication manager for Prospect Steel. “We are...
ACA Names Diane Tomb Its Next President and CEO
Veteran Trade Association Leader to Champion the Industry That Builds America’s Future WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 19, 2026) — The American Cement Association’s (ACA) Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Diane Tomb will assume the role of ACA’s President and Chief Executive Officer, effective June 1, 2026. The Board’s decision follows a thoughtful and thorough search process conducted by its Search Task Group. A seasoned executive with more than 25 years of experience shaping policy, Tomb br...
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