Engineering News-Record

PCL Construction Signs Enterprise Partnership with Document Crunch, Commits to Bringing Tools of the Future to All Project Teams

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

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This will bring over a century’s worth of PCL experience to the fingertips of its people.

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This will bring over a century’s worth of PCL experience to the fingertips of its people.
“Our bigger vision has always been around project teams being better enabled at contract compliance,” said Josh Levy, co-founder and CEO of Document Crunch.
“We made a significant investment into building an enterprise-grade product ready to be adopted by project teams across the board.
PCL was an early adopter and an excellent partner who helped us get over the threshold from good early solution to enterprise ready.

AECOM publishes new high-speed rail report presenting first-of-its-kind research on the future of rail delivery

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Research presented in the report found that economic growth, technology, adaptability and on-time completion prove the most critical success factors in the first year of HSR operation.

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Research presented in the report found that economic growth, technology, adaptability and on-time completion prove the most critical success factors in the first year of HSR operation.
Success factors also varied widely by region:
Europe’s primary success factors included a reduction in air/vehicle traffic, use of the latest technology, and future adaptability.
For the Asia and Pacific region, on-time completion, low environmental impact, and social benefits comprised the top key success factors.
The Company’s work includes California High-Speed Rail, HS1 in the UK, and Taiwan High-Speed Rail.

Gilbane Building Company Promotes Michael O'Brien to New England Division Leader, Justin MacEachern Returns to Lead Massachusetts Office

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Friday, January 5, 2024

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BOSTON, Jan. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company, a leading global builder, announced that Michael O'Brien has been named senior vice president and New England Division Leader overseeing Gilbane's Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Northern New England offices. A 30-year construction industry veteran, O'Brien most recently served as senior vice president overseeing the Company's Massachusetts and Northern New England offices. Gilbane's market share and revenue have significantly increased under O'Brien's leadership, increasing revenues to over $850 million in 2022. Gilbane is currently ranked as the fourth-largest contractor in New England by Engineering News Record.

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A 30-year construction industry veteran, O'Brien most recently served as senior vice president overseeing the Company's Massachusetts and Northern New England offices.
Gilbane is currently ranked as the fourth-largest contractor in New England by Engineering News Record.
Justin MacEachern returns to Gilbane as vice president and leader of the Company's Massachusetts and Northern New England offices.
Gilbane is currently working on or has recently completed a number of signature and transformative projects across diverse markets in Massachusetts, including:

Sevan Announces Two Leadership Promotions to Operations Team

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions, Inc. (Sevan) announces the promotion of two Vice Presidents on the Operations team.

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Sevan Multi-Site Solutions, Inc. (Sevan) announces the promotion of two Vice Presidents on the Operations team.
“At Sevan, promotions celebrate our dedication to fostering and rewarding growth, and the achievements of our wonderful team members,” said Jim Evans, CEO & Founder of Sevan.
Congratulations to both!”
Timothy Kratz, promoted to Vice President of Operations of Civil, Zoning & Permitting (CZP), has been with Sevan for over a decade and is a seasoned Licensed Professional Engineer.
Damian Krebsbach, promoted to Vice President of Operations, leads Sevan’s Surveys & Facility Assessments offering with a three-year tenure at Sevan.

AECOM affirms its commitment to value creation as a leading Professional Services infrastructure consulting firm

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Monday, December 11, 2023

The Company believes it can automate 5% to 15% of its hours overtime, creating a delivery advantage and capacity to grow.

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The Company believes it can automate 5% to 15% of its hours overtime, creating a delivery advantage and capacity to grow.
This framework reflects the Company’s goal of achieving a best-in-class financial profile and competitive advantages that mirror the highest-value Professional Services and consulting firms.
2 Excludes the impact of certain items, such as restructuring costs, amortization of intangible assets, non-core AECOM Capital and other items.
4 Free cash flow is defined as cash flow from operations less capital expenditures, net of proceeds from disposals of property and equipment.

Suffolk Technologies Collaborates With Exodigo to Improve Built World Projects

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Monday, December 18, 2023

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PALO ALTO, Calif., Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Exodigo, the leading innovator in non-intrusive underground discovery, today announced its completion of Suffolk Technologies' prestigious BOOST program and the kickoff of its commercial engagement on several projects with the firm.

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PALO ALTO, Calif., Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Exodigo , the leading innovator in non-intrusive underground discovery, today announced its completion of Suffolk Technologies ' prestigious BOOST program and the kickoff of its commercial engagement on several projects with the firm.
Exodigo was one of seven startups selected out of 212 global applicants to participate this year.
By offering a revolutionary solution to map underground infrastructure without disruptive excavation and drilling, Exodigo stands at the forefront of creating safer, more cost-effective, and sustainable construction practices.
We are committed to driving innovation in the built environment sector and look forward to collaborating with Suffolk to further our mission of non-intrusive discovery."

Dar Group - one of the world's largest privately-owned architecture, engineering, and consulting groups - becomes Sidara

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

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The group specializes in complex assets and is home to some of the most impactful firms in the built environment, including Dar Al-Handasah, Perkins&Will, Currie & Brown, T.Y.Lin, and Penspen.

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The group specializes in complex assets and is home to some of the most impactful firms in the built environment, including Dar Al-Handasah, Perkins&Will, Currie & Brown, T.Y.Lin, and Penspen.
For fifteen consecutive years, the group has featured among the top ten international design consultancies, according to Engineering News Record (ENR) rankings.
And as an advocate for change, Sidara will focus on driving innovation and measurable impact in livability, sustainability, and breakthrough digital solutions.
"Inspired by this vision, Dar Group is becoming Sidara.

Dar Group - one of the world's largest privately-owned architecture, engineering, and consulting groups - becomes Sidara

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Built environment, COP28, Collection, Culture, Heart, Science, ENR, Aviation, Engineering News-Record, Construction, Industrial design, Sidara

The group specializes in complex assets and is home to some of the most impactful firms in the built environment, including Dar Al-Handasah, Perkins&Will, Currie & Brown, T.Y.Lin, and Penspen.

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The group specializes in complex assets and is home to some of the most impactful firms in the built environment, including Dar Al-Handasah, Perkins&Will, Currie & Brown, T.Y.Lin, and Penspen.
For fifteen consecutive years, the group has featured among the top ten international design consultancies, according to Engineering News Record (ENR) rankings.
And as an advocate for change, Sidara will focus on driving innovation and measurable impact in livability, sustainability, and breakthrough digital solutions.
"Inspired by this vision, Dar Group is becoming Sidara.

LOCHNER SIGNS EQUITY IN INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT PLEDGE

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Monday, November 27, 2023

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Lochner, Inc. (Lochner), a leading provider of infrastructure planning and engineering services, is proud to join public agencies, architectural and engineering consultancies, and professional organizations throughout the U.S. as a signatory of the Equity in Infrastructure Project (EIP) pledge.

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Lochner, Inc. (Lochner), a leading provider of infrastructure planning and engineering services, is proud to join public agencies, architectural and engineering consultancies, and professional organizations throughout the U.S. as a signatory of the Equity in Infrastructure Project (EIP) pledge.
The signing ceremony took place on November 20, 2023, at Engineering News Record's Los Angeles Infrastructure Forum.
Lochner CEO and Board Chairman Terry Ruhl emphasized the significance of this commitment, stating, "At Lochner, we believe in the transformative power of opportunity.
By signing the Equity in Infrastructure Project pledge, we reaffirm our dedication to building opportunity pathways for more small businesses to fully participate in the historic funding provided by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, contributing to the vitality of communities across America."

NFP Appoints Tyler James North American Construction Property Broking Leader

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

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NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NFP, a leading property and casualty (P&C) broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager and retirement plan advisor, today announced it has hired Tyler James and appointed him as North American construction property broking leader. In this role, James will be responsible for the company's construction property lines, including builders risk, contractors equipment and fixed property coverages. James will support clients as they manage their risk exposures by leading the company's efforts to develop customized solutions and leveraging his deep experience as a broker and underwriter. He will report to Adrian Pellen, coleader of NFP's Construction and Infrastructure group.

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Industry veteran brings expertise encompassing large real estate, manufacturing, renewable energy and infrastructure projects
NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NFP , a leading property and casualty (P&C) broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager and retirement plan advisor, today announced it has hired Tyler James and appointed him as North American construction property broking leader.
In this role, James will be responsible for the company's construction property lines, including builders risk, contractors equipment and fixed property coverages.
"Tyler is an extraordinary talent, and I am absolutely thrilled that he is joining our Construction and Infrastructure team," said Pellen.
Most recently, James served as Midwest construction property manager for Zurich North America, where he implemented underwriting strategies, managed broker and client relationships, and identified product and coverage innovation.