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DfMA Approach to Mass Timber Design: Engineering a Greener Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

By: Ricardo Brites , Director of Engineering & VDC at Mercer Mass Timber Imagine your projects being more precise, efficient, and sustainable? Its the engineers toolkit for smarter, more sustainable structures. By minimizing the number of components and optimizing materials, engineers can reduce waste by up to 51%.

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The Role of Geotechnical Engineering in Infrastructure Development

Prodyogi

Geotechnical engineering is a crucial branch of civil engineering that deals with the engineering behavior of earth materials. From skyscrapers to bridges, tunnels to dams, geotechnical engineers ensure that structures are built on stable ground and can withstand the forces of nature. (

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Latitude 33 Planning & Engineering Celebrates Grand Opening of City of San Diego Fire Station 52 at Torrey Pines

Civil + Structural Engineer

Project Demonstrates Latitude 33’s Expertise in Civil Engineering Unique Needs of Fire Stations Videos of Ribbon Cutting speakers available here. Sean Drake, PE, QSD, Associate at Latitude 33 Planning & Engineering, says, “It’s humbling to think about the history of this specific fire station and what it means to this community.

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WSP to acquire Power Engineers for $1.78B

Construction Dive

The Montreal-based design and engineering giant said the purchase will bolster its power and energy expertise.

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The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software

A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs.

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The need for speed can lead to problems on projects, engineers say

Construction Dive

The push to accelerate construction and a lack of maintenance on existing infrastructure and buildings are top concerns for structural engineers, a new survey found.

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Lump sum contracts benefit engineers, owners in AI age

Construction Dive

The delivery method is best suited for projects with a well-defined scope, such as road and bridge rehabilitation, per a new report from the American Council of Engineering Companies.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward.