American Council of Engineering Companies

Atlas Earns ACEC National Recognition for Application of New Technologies in LA Metro Structural Inspections

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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Atlas deployed Data Recon, an application-based software that can be accessed on a small tablet, to collate structural data under one platform and reduce field time by more than 50 percent.

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  • Atlas deployed Data Recon, an application-based software that can be accessed on a small tablet, to collate structural data under one platform and reduce field time by more than 50 percent.
  • “Innovation starts with thinking outside the box,” Atlas Project Manager Patrick Lowry said.
  • This entailed inspecting and rating light-rail and roadway bridges, tunnels, pedestrian crossings and retaining walls.
  • The inspections were performed in accordance with the applicable requirements of the Federal Transit Administration, California Public Utilities Commission, Federal Highway Administration, National Bridge Inspection Standards, American Public Transportation Association (APTA), and Metro Engineering Standards.

HED Receives National Recognition for Exemplary Engineering Achievement at ACEC's Engineering Excellence Awards

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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ROYAL OAK, Mich., June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HED , a national architecture, engineering, and planning firm committed to integrated architectural and engineering design, is proud to announce that it has been honored with a National Recognition Award for exemplary engineering achievement in the 56th annual Engineering Excellence Awards (EEA) by the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC).

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  • ROYAL OAK, Mich., June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HED , a national architecture, engineering, and planning firm committed to integrated architectural and engineering design, is proud to announce that it has been honored with a National Recognition Award for exemplary engineering achievement in the 56th annual Engineering Excellence Awards (EEA) by the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC).
  • The ACEC Engineering Excellence Awards are among the most prestigious honors in the engineering industry, recognizing firms that demonstrate exceptional innovation, technical expertise, and engineering excellence.
  • "We are honored to receive this National Recognition Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies," said Michael Cooper, PE, LEED AP, MBA, FACEC, President of HED.
  • HED's achievement will be celebrated at the ACEC Engineering Excellence Awards Gala on June 13th in Washington, DC.

Michael Baker International Names Tony Cabrera, P.E., Office Executive - Phoenix

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Thursday, June 8, 2023
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PITTSBURGH, June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that Tony Cabrera, P.E., has been promoted to Office Executive for the firm's Phoenix, Arizona, office. In this role, Mr. Cabrera will lead a multi-disciplinary team in executing client projects and continuing to expand the business with new clients, markets and capabilities.

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  • PITTSBURGH, June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Baker International , a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that Tony Cabrera, P.E., has been promoted to Office Executive for the firm's Phoenix, Arizona, office.
  • "Michael Baker's Phoenix office offers a full spectrum of services and is one of four Federal Centers of Excellence for the Western Region," said Trudi Lim, P.E., LEED AP, Western Regional Director at Michael Baker International.
  • Mr. Cabrera brings nearly four decades of experience to his new role with Michael Baker and has a proven track record leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver excellence across a wide spectrum of clients.
  • Prior to joining Michael Baker in January 2022 as Transportation Group Manager, Mr. Cabrera was a Senior Project/Program Manager at WSP.

Jacobs Completes Underground Infrastructure Engineering for the First Full-Scale Wave Energy Test Facility in the US

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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DALLAS, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE: J) completed the underground infrastructure engineering for the PacWave South commercial-scale, ocean wave energy testing facility. The PacWave South project in Seal Rock, Oregon, will be the first pre-permitted, full-scale test facility for wave energy devices in the U.S., and was delivered for Oregon State University (OSU). Jacobs led the engineering services for the HDD Company, the design-build contractor for the project, to support the evaluation and testing of new energy generation technologies to turn offshore ocean waves to onshore renewable electricity.

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    DALLAS, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE: J) completed the underground infrastructure engineering for the PacWave South commercial-scale, ocean wave energy testing facility.
  • The PacWave South project in Seal Rock, Oregon, will be the first pre-permitted, full-scale test facility for wave energy devices in the U.S., and was delivered for Oregon State University (OSU).
  • PacWave South allows up to 20 wave energy converters (WECs) of various designs to be tested in real-world, open-sea conditions seven miles off Oregon's coast.
  • This project received a National Recognition Award in the American Council of Engineering Companies' (ACEC) 2022 Engineering Excellence Awards (EEA) competition.

Morreale Wins Hermes Creative Awards for Transportation, Healthcare Campaigns

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Monday, May 22, 2023
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CHICAGO, May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Morreale Communications, a woman-led public relations firm providing premium regulatory communications and public service messaging, announced today that three of their healthcare and transportation campaigns have been honored by the 2023 Hermes Creative Awards– including two Gold Awards.

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  • CHICAGO, May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Morreale Communications, a woman-led public relations firm providing premium regulatory communications and public service messaging, announced today that three of their healthcare and transportation campaigns have been honored by the 2023 Hermes Creative Awards– including two Gold Awards.
  • Morreale received platinum and gold Hermes awards in 2022 , and was also recently named 'Medium Firm of the Year' by the American Council of Engineering Council of Illinois at their 2023 Engineering Excellence Awards, showcasing their extensive experience within the community.
  • Morreale's decorations at the 2023 Hermes Creative Awards include:
    Integrated Marketing Campaign: The Illinois Public Health Association (IPHA) partnered with Morreale to deliver a public service media and integrated marketing campaign on Alzheimer's Disease and related disorders.
  • The Hermes Creative Awards is an international competition that recognizes outstanding creative work in the industry while promoting the philanthropic nature of marketing and communication professionals.

Parsons Reports Strong First Quarter 2023 Results

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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CENTREVILLE, Va., May 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023.

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  • First quarter 2023 adjusted EBITDA including noncontrolling interests increased by $2.7 million, or 8%, compared to the prior year period.
  • Cash flow from operating activities: First quarter 2023: ($9) million compared to ($26) million in first quarter of 2022.
  • During the first quarter of 2023, the company won three single-award contracts worth more than $100 million each and several meaningful multiple-award IDIQ contracts.
  • Shortly after the first quarter ended, Parsons received three additional single-award contracts valued at more than $100 million each.

Rebecca Katzke Joins Kleinfelder as Senior Vice President and National Water Market Manager

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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The Kleinfelder Group, Inc. (Kleinfelder), a leading engineering, design, construction management, construction materials inspection and testing, and environmental professional services firm, announced today that Rebecca Katzke, P.E., has joined Kleinfelder as Senior Vice President and National Water Market Manager.

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  • The Kleinfelder Group, Inc. (Kleinfelder), a leading engineering, design, construction management, construction materials inspection and testing, and environmental professional services firm, announced today that Rebecca Katzke, P.E., has joined Kleinfelder as Senior Vice President and National Water Market Manager.
  • Katzke has held multiple high-level positions throughout her 20-year career in the AEC industry.
  • Her vision and experience in supporting communities to meet our nation’s water infrastructure needs will further bolster Kleinfelder’s water business,” commented Director of Markets Ashraf Jahangir, P.E.
  • “I am thrilled to join Kleinfelder as the National Water Market Manager,” said Katzke.

HNTB Corporation receives ACEC California top award for City of Los Angeles Project

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Friday, February 17, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Feb. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Council of Engineering Companies, California (ACEC California) announced today that HNTB Corporation has won the prestigious Golden State Award for their work on the Sixth Street Viaduct Replacement Project located in the City of Los Angeles .

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Feb. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Council of Engineering Companies, California (ACEC California) announced today that HNTB Corporation has won the prestigious Golden State Award for their work on the Sixth Street Viaduct Replacement Project located in the City of Los Angeles .
  • The City of Los Angeles ' new viaduct, dubbed "the Ribbon of Light," was created by HNTB Corporation in collaboration with Los Angeles architect Michael Maltzan Associates and Danish bridge architect Dissing+Weitling .
  • The design was selected by the City's Bureau of Engineering through an international design competition.
  • Congratulations, HNTB Corporation for capturing ACEC California's 2023 Golden State Award!

HNTB names Bryan Jones president of the Mid-Atlantic Division

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HNTB Corporation has named Bryan Jones president of the firm's Mid-Atlantic Division. In this leadership role, Jones will oversee complex infrastructure programs, business operations, and lead more than 580 multi-disciplinary HNTB professionals serving Pennsylvania, Delaware, West Virginia, the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HNTB Corporation has named Bryan Jones president of the firm's Mid-Atlantic Division.
  • "Bryan is a people-focused leader and strategic thinker who has consistently demonstrated a commitment to excellence in everything he does," said Mike Sweeney, PE, president of HNTB's Eastern Region.
  • Jones joined HNTB in 2007 and held numerous management, sales, and strategic planning positions.
  • "I am thrilled to collaborate with the highly skilled team in the Mid-Atlantic division to deliver exceptional service to our valued clients," Jones said.

ACEC California Announces 2023 Engineering Excellence Awards

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Friday, January 6, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Jan. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the American Council of Engineering Companies, California (ACEC California) announced the 2023 recipients of its annual Engineering Excellence Awards.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Jan. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the American Council of Engineering Companies, California (ACEC California) announced the 2023 recipients of its annual Engineering Excellence Awards.
  • "These ACEC California engineering firms are being honored for bringing an outstanding degree of innovation, accomplishment, and value," said Brad Diede, Executive Director of ACEC California.
  • The winner of the Golden State Award, an honor bestowed for the best overall project, will be announced at the Engineering Excellence Awards Banquet on February 16, 2023.
  • The awards celebration is also a fundraiser for the ACEC California Scholarship Foundation 501(c)3, which provides scholarship awards to graduate and undergraduate students who are recognized for their notable and outstanding academic achievements.