Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The season of celebration and joyous reunion will soon be upon us, and Civil+Structural Engineer Magazine is proud to kickstart the season of celebration by announcing our 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

10 Energy-Efficient Products for a More Sustainable Home ldeakins Thu, 09/21/2023 - 07:00 Not only can energy-efficient home products save homeowners extra cash each month by lowering utility bills, but according to a 2022 report from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy , they can also improve a home's resale value.

Energy Efficiency 246

Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Sustainability HVAC Systems 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 21, 2023

April 20, 2023 – Topcon Positioning Systems introduces Digital Layout , a simple, easy-to-use building construction software to enable more contractors to adopt a digital layout workflow for increased efficiency, accuracy, and productivity. LIVERMORE, Calif.

Plumbing Systems 246

Plumbing Systems Electrical Systems Building Design Construction Management 246

Granger Construction

APRIL 15, 2025

Since joining the construction industry in 2023 as Granger Construction’s Drone Manager, Nick Ross has significantly elevated the capabilities and contributions of the firm’s in-house Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) program. Nick did not come from a construction background.

Concrete Pouring 75

Concrete Pouring Project Management Electrical Systems General Contracting 75

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Leading schematic design and design development, HGA also served as the engineers-of-record from beginning to end, providing structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP), including lighting design, audio/visual, and telecom/security. The facility is expected to officially open to the public in the late fall of 2023.

Historic Preservation 201

Historic Preservation Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Wall Systems 201

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 17, 2023

DALLAS, TX (May 11, 2023) – Generational Equity, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of its client, Carter Associates, Inc. The acquisition closed April 27, 2023. to LJA Engineering, Inc. Carter Associates, Inc. Located in Houston, Texas, LJA Engineering, Inc.

Engineering 130

Engineering Project Management Consulting Electrical Systems Building Controls 130

The Pro Builder

APRIL 22, 2023

The design process also included pre-coordination with the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) teams to mitigate any clashes of the utility infrastructure. The factory-built product was a complete structural package (called ONE Frame in Agorus’ nomenclature), including walls, floors, stairs, ceilings, and roofs.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 246

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 15, 2024

In this biennial competition, the world’s most impressive structural construction projects that use Tekla solutions are judged in eight categories on criteria such as Use of BIM and Collaboration, Innovative Use of Tekla Software, Constructibility, Environmental Benefits and Cool Factor.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 201

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Structural Systems Steel Fabrication Building Codes 201

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 12, 2023

They both join the leadership of the firm, which has been upgrading and optimizing the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems of prominent structures in Greater New York City for over 50 years.

HVAC Systems 130

HVAC Systems Plumbing Systems Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 20, 2023

McCarthy began construction in 2020 and achieved substantial completion in May 2023. McCarthy self-performed all aspects of the project except for hydraulic dredging, electrical and crane rail installation. This structure can be adapted to become a ship-to-shore crane rail berth when post-Panamex gantry cranes are installed.

Structural Systems 130

Structural Systems Public Works Wall Systems Electrical Systems 130

BDC Network

APRIL 20, 2023

13 trends, technologies, and strategies to expect in 2023 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/20/2023 - 08:21 Sustainability Biophilic design, microgrids, and decarbonization—these are three of the trends, technologies, and strategies IMEG’s market and service leaders believe are poised to have a growing impact on the built environment.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Building Standards 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Underground utility tunnels play a vital role in the continuous functioning of utility services on campus such as steam, chilled water, electricity, domestic water, and telecom systems, housing and protecting the piping and cables necessary to each. In some cases, remediation can involve removing the top and rebuilding in place.

Piping Installation 130

Piping Installation Structural Systems Wall Systems Inspection 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Nominated by their peers for their exceptional achievements, these under-40 individuals aren't just building structures—they're constructing the future. After reviewing hundreds of submissions for 2023, we're excited to finally reveal this year's list. Join us as we spotlight their inspiring journeys and contributions to the field.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 116

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Project Management Construction Management 116

The Pro Builder

JUNE 22, 2023

By shaving just a foot off the depth of the three-story, side-by-side duplex destined for an infill lot in Pittsburgh, he enabled Structural Modular Innovations to build three boxes at a time on its factory floor instead of only two. Beazer Homes partnered with Entekra , a panelized systems provider in Modesto, Calif.,

Modular Construction 231

Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing Site Planning Building Design 231

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 1, 2023

By Mary Scott Nabers Much of the initial attention from infrastructure funding was focused on broadband and electric vehicle deployment. The Missouri Department of Transportation requested proposals for the design/build of its $243 million Chester Bridge project and a contract to a design/build team could be awarded as early as March 2023.

Historic Preservation 130

Historic Preservation Public Works Building Design Infrastructure Development 130

BDC Network

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Former munitions plant reimagined as net-zero federal workplace 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:53 Government Buildings The General Services Administration (GSA) has embraced adaptive reuse with Building 48, an exciting workplace project that sets new precedents for how the federal government will approach sustainable design.

Renewable Energy Systems 116

Renewable Energy Systems Electrical Systems Energy Conservation Building Design 116

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Structural engineering solutions for office-to-residential conversion 0 qpurcell Thu, 09/28/2023 - 10:37 Office Buildings IMEG's Edwin Dean, Joe Gulden, and Doug Sweeney, share seven key focuses for structural engineers when planning office-to-residential conversions.

Engineering 105

Engineering Building Codes Structural Systems Flooring Systems 105

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The campus boasts a thriving coastal live oak woodland ecosystem, diverse structures, and breathtaking views of San Francisco Bay. The building’s energy use intensity (EUI) is reduced to 23, a 71 percent decrease from the baseline, thanks to efficient building systems and envelope design. Notable glazing properties include 0.28

Energy Efficiency 111

Energy Efficiency Sustainability Energy Conservation Roofing Systems 111

BDC Network

JUNE 5, 2023

rcassidy Mon, 06/05/2023 - 12:44 Andrew Lehrer and Tyler Jensen, Environmental Systems Design A significant climate impact can be achieved with hybrid electrification that balances capital expenditure and operating expenses. The green power market, a subset of the larger electricity market in the U.S.,

Renewable Energy Systems 98

Renewable Energy Systems Fire Protection Systems Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

Additionally, selecting the right materials throughout the project is pivotal in enabling structures to withstand whatever Mother Nature may bring. Steel Hollow Structural Sections (HSS) emerge as a standout choice for fortifying infrastructure against natural disasters. percent, are structurally deficient. Approximately 1.5

Building Resilience 130

Building Resilience Disaster Preparedness Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 130

The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

To do so, he combined and optimized several commercially available materials, products, systems, and practices—including insulated concrete forms (ICFs), structural insulated panels (SIPs), and a “plug-and-play” ducting system—that currently live outside the mainstream of the housing industry.

Roofing Systems 130

Roofing Systems Renewable Energy Systems HVAC System Installation Wall Systems 130

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 31, 2023

For their efforts, the Queens Chamber of Commerce honored the firm as part of its 2023 Building Awards, a prestigious honor that has been bestowed on noteworthy construction projects throughout the borough of Queens since 1926.” New HVAC, electrical systems and structural steel framing were installed.

Real Estate Development 105

Real Estate Development HVAC System Installation Structural Systems HVAC Systems 105

CCR Magazine

MARCH 21, 2024

Funded entirely by New York solar energy developer Plankton Energy in 2023, four campus buildings boast the productive solar panels. The solar energy system is expected to generate approximately 272 kWh of solar power annually. The solar energy system is expected to generate approximately 272 kWh of solar power annually.

Roofing Systems 98

Roofing Systems Piping Installation Electrical Systems Structural Systems 98

Granger Construction

MARCH 6, 2023

March 6, 2023 | The University of Michigan W.K. Kellogg Institute and Dental Building Expansion and Renovation was among four projects selected to receive a prestigious 2023 Associated General Contractors (AGC) Build Michigan Award. Green , Tri-County Electric, Acoustic Ceiling and Partition and National Specialty Contractors.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Structural Systems Electrical Systems HVAC Systems 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The industrial sector is an ever-evolving landscape, and as we step into 2023, the demand for metals and alloys continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the global economy. This article explores the key trends and factors influencing the demand for metals and alloys in various industrial sectors in the year 2023.

Landscaping 52

Landscaping Renewable Energy Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency 52

BD+C

MARCH 20, 2023

3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:09 Modular Building Corie Baker, AIA, shares three modular Gresham Smith projects that found sustainability benefits from the use of prefabrication. for the cases considered. This strategy also reduced the amount of energy used during construction.

Prefabrication 128

Prefabrication Sustainability Modular Construction Renewable Energy Systems 128

Procore

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

When establishing Keen, the company’s founders, all industry veterans, knew the importance of a safety-first culture, which inspired the Keen Project Delivery System. With this delivery system, safety remains paramount from the earliest stages of discovery to the final stages of reliability and maintenance.

Building Materials Manufacturing 64

Building Materials Manufacturing Renewable Energy Systems Building Materials Project Management 64

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The benefits of strategic multifamily housing repositioning 0 dbarista Thu, 09/21/2023 - 13:12 MFPRO+ Blog With the rapid increase in new multifamily housing developments, owners of existing assets face increasing competition. According to Spruce, an average build or rebuild can cost as much as 20% more than an existing structure.

Plumbing Systems 105

Plumbing Systems Roofing Systems Electrical Systems Structural Systems 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 10, 2024

That is an increase from the 85 percent of firms that reported difficulty in the associations 2023 survey. Rather than demolishing and rebuilding, owners, both public and private, see value in repurposing existing structures, a move driven by both environmental and economic considerations.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 130

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Automation Project Management Infrastructure Development 130

BD+C

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Architectural ‘Frankenstein’ features breakthrough sustainable design 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:53 Government Buildings The General Services Administration (GSA) has embraced adaptive reuse with Building 48, an exciting workplace project that sets new precedents for how the federal government will approach sustainable design.

Sustainability 72

Sustainability Architecture Renewable Energy Systems Electrical Systems 72

CCR Magazine

JULY 26, 2024

The remaining 15 percent will be sourced as green energy from local electrical suppliers, allowing Takeuchi’s U.S. Each company had to come on site to tour each building and evaluate the roof structures and electrical systems before drawing up preliminary design suggestions and providing estimates.

Renewable Energy Systems 59

Renewable Energy Systems Building Products Distribution Energy Efficiency Electrical Systems 59

Granger Construction

JULY 7, 2023

Granger Construction was honored to join the McLaren Greater Lansing Medical Services Building and Karmanos Cancer Institute project team in receiving a 2023 Engineering Society of Detroit Construction and Design Award. Key trade parterns included Casadei Steel; Dee Cramer; Gunthorpe; Integrity; and Shaw Electric.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Building Materials Manufacturing Wall Systems Project Management 52

Granger Construction

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Congratulations to the Oakland University Varner Hall project team for being selected as the 2023 Medium Project of the Year by the Michigan State University Construction Management annual project awards program. Varner Hall is a five-story structure, primarily serving Oakland University’s School of Music, Theatre and Dance (SMTD).

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Building Controls Project Management Building Design 52

Construction Specifier

APRIL 9, 2025

The design called for lighter, whiter concrete for the structure. The commitments made by the City of Seattle and Washington State to transition to all-electric systems for decarbonizing the building stock created a smoother path for the project team to achieve these goals than other regions might face. Lionel Lemay, P.E.,

Energy Efficiency 59

Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Building Design 59

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Barndominiums carry the entire weight of the roof system along the perimeter. Basics from plumbing and electricity to more luxurious options like a second story, vaulted ceiling, open floor plan, and even a wrap-around porch are all possible. Work with an experienced designer who already knows how to plan for such a structure.

Energy Efficiency 52

Energy Efficiency Foundation Systems Land Use Regulations Building Design 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

According to the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), infrastructure, including water treatment systems, flood defenses, roads, bridges, ports and airports, is the backbone of Florida’s economy. In 2023, our Canadian business was named as one of Canada’s Top 100 employers.

Engineering 100

Engineering Building Design Property Management Building Resilience 100

BDC Network

AUGUST 17, 2023

How to design for adaptive reuse: Don’t reinvent the wheel 0 qpurcell Thu, 08/17/2023 - 09:52 Adaptive Reuse Gresham Smith demonstrates the opportunities of adaptive reuse, specifically reusing empty big-box retail and malls, many of which sit unused or underutilized across the country. Take a multidiscipline approach.

Site Planning 98

Site Planning Infrastructure Development Structural Systems Zoning 98