CHICAGO, June 3, 2026 – The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) has hired Cheryl Rishcoff as PCI’s new senior engineer, technical activities. In this role, Rishcoff will provide technical leadership and project management for PCI technical initiatives that develop, maintain, and disseminate the PCI Body of Knowledge, including support for publications, technical sessions, and research programs.

Rishcoff most recently worked at TRC Worldwide Engineering Inc. in Allentown, Pa., where she served as structural engineering manager. Her experience includes managing structural engineering projects involving precast concrete parking structures, schools, stadiums, wall panel systems, and architectural cladding. She previously held engineering positions with Pennoni Associates Inc. in Bethlehem, Pa., and Base Engineering Inc. in Allentown.

Rishcoff earned a Bachelor of Science degree in civil and environmental engineering from Lafayette College. She is a licensed professional engineer in nine states and is a fellow of both PCI and the Structural Engineering Institute.

“I am very grateful for this opportunity to apply my experience as a project engineer in the precast, prestressed industry to my new role at PCI by collaborating with our members and staff to support and expand the Body of Knowledge,” Rishcoff said.

“We are excited to have Cheryl join the PCI team,” added Amy Trygestad, PCI’s technical services vice president. “With her extensive experience in precast, prestressed–focused structural engineering and long-standing relationships across PCI committees and the broader industry, she will be a valuable addition as we strengthen our technical resources and support for members.”

About PCI

Founded in 1954, The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) is a technical institute for the precast concrete structures and systems industry. PCI develops maintains, and disseminates the Body of Knowledge for the design, fabrication, and construction of precast concrete structures and systems. PCI develops consensus base standards, industry handbooks, quality assurance programs, certification, research and development projects, design manuals, continuing education, and periodical publications. PCI members include precast concrete producers, erectors, suppliers, professional engineers and architects, educators, students, and industry consultants who complement the wide range of knowledge of precast concrete. For more information, visit pci.org/howprecastbuilds.