From the President's Desk

From the President’s Desk: Diversity Is More Than a Buzzword

Every so often, I like to take a stroll down the wood-lined paved path that runs behind our condo complex. Walking down this former rail line gives me time to take in the sights and sounds of nature and spend a moment focused on simply putting one foot in front…

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From the President’s Desk: Going beyond the call of duty

When my wife and I travel, we like to tell ourselves that we’re saving money by not parking in some fancy parking structure, but instead heading to the long-term surface lot. We haul our luggage onto the shuttle, rain or shine, and cram ourselves onto the bus, clamoring down the…

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From the President’s Desk: Expand your thinking, expand your potential

Thirteen years ago, I entered the industry with a civil engineering degree and a passion for making the greatest difference possible. When going through the undergraduate program at Michigan State University, I was thrilled to learn about the wide variety of work that civil engineers can pursue, including roadways, water…

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From the President’s Desk: Front Seat Sushi and the Nighttime Realities of Airfield Crews

It was a dark and stormy night. The wind howled across the airfield, and rain lashed against our jackets. We’d been onsite for about an hour, working through last-minute issues prior to the shift’s start. At this point, the contractor’s superintendent called us to circle up for the “daily” briefing…