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RICK Engineering Hires Teresa T.G. Wilkinson

Civil + Structural Engineer

Wilkinson as director of environmental planning services. A highly regarded environmental planning consultant, Wilkinson has more than 30 years of experience in environmental planning and expertise with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). “We

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Coastal restoration project gives threatened coastal plant another chance

Civil + Structural Engineer

He was monitoring the federally threatened bird – the Piping Plover ( Charadrius melodus ), one of several environmental conservation measures performed by the agency on all coastal restoration projects to ensure wildlife is not harmed. While doing this he spotted what looked like spinach sprouting out of the sand by his foot.

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Zweig Group’s 2024 Rising Stars In the AEC Industry

Civil + Structural Engineer

By recognizing the young professionals already making a profound impact on the AEC industry, we are able to get a full view of its future. This impact also extends to work done in their communities as well as leadership and mentorship within their firms. For me, Rising Stars is the perfect way to start the awards season.

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How Asset Management Can Support a Secure Water Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

Without a comprehensive understanding of all system assets, it can take days or even weeks just to assess damage. Asset management strengthens resiliency by providing a fast, accurate and updated assessment of the location, status and condition of material assets.

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How Asset Management Can Support a Secure Water Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

Santa Monica Beach California sunset Without a comprehensive understanding of all system assets, it can take days or even weeks just to assess damage. Asset management strengthens resiliency by providing a fast, accurate and updated assessment of the location, status and condition of material assets.

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BIM Glossary Terms and Definitions – NBIMS-US – 2013

Building Information Management

2013 National BIM Standard today! Life-cycle Assessment. A compilation and evaluation of the inputs, outputs and the potential environmental impacts of a product system throughout its life cycle. Recycling and reuse activities related to demolition waste also can be included and have a “negative impact.”. (10)

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USDOT Provides "So-So" Update on MAP-21 for Transportation Projects

Best Practices Construction Law

On May 21, 2013, the Office of Inspector General of the U.S. MAP-21 is the first long-term surface transportation authorization since 2005 and provides for $105 billion for 2013-2014. MAP-21 is the first long-term surface transportation authorization since 2005 and provides for $105 billion for 2013-2014.

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