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LEADING MEP engineering consultancy,  Wallace Whittle  is proudly celebrating the completion of the final phase at Elephant Park, marking the culmination of an extraordinary 15-year journey to transform a central London neighborhood. Part of the masterplan team since 2011, alongside Lendlease and MAKE Architects, Wallace Whittle has supported the delivery of Elephant Park as a thriving, sustainable urban neighbourhood. Over the last decade and a half, Wallace Whittle’s engineering expertise has helped deliver more than 3,000 homes and hundreds of thousands of square feet of community and commercial space. Craig Robertson, business development director for England at Wallace Whittle, who has worked on the project since the beginning, said: “It is incredibly rare for a building services and sustainability consultancy to remain consistently embedded on a single mega-project for 15 years. “Through industry changes and Wallace Whittle’s own company growth and evolution...

An integrated approach helps project teams identify challenges early, streamline coordination, and keep momentum. HOUSTON, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) recently approved its 2027 Unified Transportation Program, allocating nearly  $138 billion  in transportation investments over the next decade. As projects of increasing scale and complexity move forward across the state, coordination across right-of-way (ROW), design, surveying, and utility disciplines will become increasingly important to keep infrastructure projects moving. Dunaway, a Texas-based multidisciplinary design firm, is integrating right-of-way professionals earlier in the planning and design process to help clients anticipate property, access, utility, and acquisition challenges before they affect project delivery. “The greatest value right-of-way brings to a project is the ability to identify challenges early enough to address them before they affect schedules, budgets, or stakeh...

Daracon Group is celebrating a significant achievement, with Coulsons Creek Road Merriwa (MR358), taking out not one but two major honors at the 2026 NSW Excellence in Surveying & Spatial Information (EISSI) Awards. The project was named the winner in the AusSearch Project of the Year – Infrastructure & Construction category and consolidated that win by receiving the prestigious Overall Project of the Year title, sponsored by C.R Kennedy. Presented on 19 September at Sydney’s Hyatt Regency, the NSW EISSI Awards recognize excellence across the surveying and spatial information profession, celebrating projects and individuals that demonstrate outstanding technical expertise, innovation and impact on industry and community outcomes. The award-winning Coulsons Creek Road project involved restoring a critical transport route that had been closed for almost five years following a major landslip. Delivered for Upper Hunter Shire Council, the complex rehabilitation works ...

NEW YORK, NY  – STV today announced that Richard Mascara, MBA, PMP, and Paul Salvatore have joined the firm as vice presidents in its national systems practice, strengthening STV’s leadership in train control, signaling, communications and systems integration. Their appointments expand  STV’s ongoing investment  to rail and transit agencies as they  modernize critical infrastructure  and pursue safer, more reliable operations. “Rail agencies are entering a defining era of modernization that will shape safety, reliability and capacity for decades,” said   Christopher Hertz, PE, PMP, vice president and national technical leader for the systems team . “Richard and Paul bring the technical judgment our clients need to navigate to make consequential infrastructure decisions with confidence.” Mascara , based in Pittsburgh, will advance STV’s national strategy for Communications-based train control (CBTC), signaling modernization and systems integration, helping clients impro...

The Salvadori Center and Forte Construction supported students in redesigning the community room at NYCHA’s Roosevelt Houses. Forte Construction Corp., a leading general contracting firm delivering major transit and public works initiatives throughout the New York metropolitan area and Long Island, continued its commitment to giving back to the communities it serves through its participation in the Salvadori Center’s STEAM Innovators program. In partnership with the New York Building Foundation and the Public Housing Community Fund, the Salvadori Center’s STEAM Innovators program works with under-resourced schools and NYCHA communities in New York City to teach science, technology, engineering, arts/architecture, and math (STEAM) through hands-on learning that uses the built environment to connect STEAM concepts to students’ everyday lives. A key part of STEAM Innovators is providing students with skills and resources to create positive change in their communities by allow...

Partnership with Klein McCarthy Architects strengthens Wold’s national presence while preserving the relationship-driven approach both firms are known for Minneapolis, Minn. —   Wold Architects & Engineers , a nationally recognized planning, architecture and engineering firm, today announced its acquisition of  Klein McCarthy Architects , a Minnesota-based architecture firm specializing in government and justice facility design.  The partnership marks Wold’s third strategic acquisition of 2026 and continues the firm’s long-term growth strategy of partnering with organizations that share its values, specialized expertise and commitment to making a difference in the communities they serve.  Rather than entering a new market, the acquisition strengthens Wold’s already established government practice by bringing together two complementary teams with decades of experience serving counties, municipalities and public agencies throughout the Midwest...

The completion of a new outpatient center marks the latest milestone in a longstanding partnership and a comprehensive vision for the future of care Decorah, Iowa –  Wold Architects & Engineers , a full-service planning, architecture and engineering firm specializing in healthcare, senior living, education and government design, is celebrating the completion of a multiphase expansion and renovation project at  WinnMed  in Decorah, Iowa. The project includes a new 42,000-square-foot outpatient center, the final major phase of WinnMed’s Transforming Tomorrow project, a transformative effort to advance care across the campus.  The completion of the outpatient center is the latest milestone in Wold’s longstanding partnership with WinnMed, which began with the development of a comprehensive master facilities plan. As the organization adapted to evolving community needs and lessons learned following the COVID-19 pandemic, the master plan evolved alongside it, creating a roa...

MADISON, Wis. — Kayla Foulk has joined raSmith as a real estate appraiser in the transportation division at the firm’s Madison office. Foulk brings appraisal and valuation expertise to the firm’s growing real estate acquisition team, providing services for transportation, utility, and other infrastructure projects serving public sector clients throughout Wisconsin. With more than six years of real estate services experience, Foulk supports right-of-way, eminent domain, and land acquisition projects. Her work has included assignments for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and other public agencies, as well as valuations for roads, airports, electric transmission lines, pipelines, quarries, and highway improvements. She also has experience with full and partial acquisitions and other complex appraisal assignments associated with public infrastructure development. “We are pleased to welcome Kayla to raSmith as we continue to expand our real e...

Philadelphia, PA  — Urban Engineers, Inc. (Urban) today announced that James A.  Bilella, II, PE, the firm’s President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), has been elected to the firm’s Board of Directors. Bilella, who has been with Urban for more than 30 years, joins the Board as Urban celebrates its 65th anniversary and continues to build on its longstanding commitment to clients, employees, and the communities it serves. “Jim brings an exceptional experience and thorough understanding of what makes Urban successful,” said Dianne Semingson, Chair of the Board of Directors at Urban. “Having spent more than three decades growing his career with Urban, Jim understands the firm’s clients, people, culture, and breadth of expertise that sets Urban apart. His perspective will continue to be valuable as the latest addition to the Board.” Bilella’s career at Urban has spanned more than 30 years, including leadership roles across several service areas. From his start as a construction ...

— PCI Builders and RIC Robotics reach a major construction milestone on the Spanish-style Altadena residence, which is being rebuilt following the Eaton Fire — ALTADENA, CA –  The 3D-concrete printing phase has been completed on Los Angeles County’s first approved 3D-printed home, marking a major construction milestone for homeowner Cindy Lopez and a significant step forward for post-wildfire rebuilding in Altadena. Now advancing through the remaining stages of construction, the residence will replace the home Cindy lost in the Eaton Fire, which destroyed more than 9,000 structures across the community. Led by PCI Builders in partnership with RIC Robotics, which printed the home’s concrete wall system, the project also drew on Stone River Dynamics’ field expertise and hands-on support throughout the printing process. Together, the team demonstrated how advanced construction technology can deliver a highly customized residential design while providi...

Houston, Texas – Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN), a leading planning, engineering and program management firm, has named Kate Fath Despinoy, PE, PMP, Vice President and Director of Operations. Based in LAN’s Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, office, Despinoy will provide firmwide leadership focused on operational performance, project delivery, financial management and the processes needed to support LAN’s continued growth. In her new role, Despinoy will work closely with LAN’s executive leadership, business group directors and practice leaders to strengthen operational consistency and performance throughout the firm. Her responsibilities include overseeing key financial and project-performance metrics, supporting business planning and budgeting, leading operational reviews, identifying opportunities for improved efficiency and scalability, and helping advance firmwide initiatives. “Kate brings exactly the combination of operational discipline, business leadership and engi...

NEW YORK, NY  – STV today announced that David Costello has joined the firm as a vice president and program manager in its Transportation North operating group. In his new role, Costello will support transportation clients throughout the Northeast and help advance delivery of major transportation infrastructure programs.  Costello brings more than 30 years of experience leading large-scale transit and rail technology programs across North America. Throughout his career, he has overseen complex transportation initiatives involving communications-based train control systems, fare collection modernization programs, rail communications infrastructure and enterprise program management operations. “As transit agencies modernize critical infrastructure while balancing operational demands and rapidly evolving technologies, David brings decades of experience leading the complex programs that make that transformation possible,” said  Rafael Ruffo, vice president and design delivery ...

Specialized sliplining and infrastructure rehabilitation contractor strengthens Vortex Services Northeast and expands self-performed capabilities HOUSTON — Vortex Companies (Vortex), a leading provider of trenchless water and sewer infrastructure rehabilitation solutions, today announced the acquisition of CLH & Son, Inc. (CLH), an Auburn, Maine-based infrastructure contractor specializing in sliplining, concrete rehabilitation, excavation, drainage improvements and related utility services. “We’re seeing growing demand across the Northeast and continuing to expand our ability to serve that market,” said Mike Vellano, Chief Executive Officer of Vortex Companies. “CLH brings proven execution and complementary capabilities that strengthen our ability to self-perform a broader range of rehabilitation projects and deliver more for customers across the region.” Founded in 1979 by Calvin Hunter and now led by Travis Stearns, CLH has built a...

NEW YORK, NY  – STV Group, Incorporated, a leading professional services firm that plans, designs and manages infrastructure projects across North America, today announced it has acquired Southern California-based utility power engineering firm CHAMPS, Inc. CHAMPS, Inc., will now be known as CHAMPS, an STV Company. The firm provides substation engineering and design from conceptual planning through construction and energization, along with engineering studies, protection, control and automation, design packages, quality assurance and construction support for such clients as Southern California Edison. “As demand for reliable, resilient power continues to grow across the country, this acquisition strengthens our ability to help clients modernize their systems and meet the needs of the communities they serve,” said  Greg Kelly, CEO at STV . “But what really stands out about this team is the quality of the people and the trust they’ve built with their clients. By bringing our...

Last week, we opened the ElevateAEC archives and stepped back into 2021 and 2022. These were years defined by coming together again, asking new questions, and imagining where the AEC industry might go next. Now, the countdown moves forward. From Frisco to Tampa and San Antonio, the questions get bigger and the pace gets faster.  These moments capture an ElevateAEC conference increasingly focused not simply on what’s next, but how we can shape it. With ElevateAEC 2026 just around the corner, our walk through the archives is quickly catching up to the present.  2023: Frisco, Texas Omni PGA Resort | September 13-15, 2023 Greetings From Frisco ElevateAEC 2023 arrived in Frisco, Texas with a postcard that looked backwards even as the conference pushed the industry forward. The nostalgic design was a fitting introduction to the host city: a place with deep roots that has never been shy about building for what’s next.  That same tension between leg...

KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. — Core States Group — an industry-leading architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) firm that partners with some of the world’s most recognized brands — has announced the acquisition of Hurley & Stewart, a civil engineering, land surveying, and landscape architecture firm headquartered in Kalamazoo, Michigan, with an additional office in Grand Rapids. With the integration of Hurley & Stewart, Core States Group continues to drive its strategic growth, bringing the firm to 26 offices nationwide and more than 650 employees. “As our clients continue to grow across the country, they need partners who understand the unique requirements of the communities where they operate,” said D. David Dugan, President and CEO at Core States Group. “Hurley & Stewart strengthens our regional presence in the Midwest and expands our ability to support national programs while delivering the local insight that creates real value for our clien...

Barhale and Severn Trent have collaborated to unlock a £2M saving on the Ravenstone Sewage Treatment Works upgrade through early contractor involvement (ECI). Following the successful ECI, civil engineering, infrastructure and tunnelling specialist Barhale has been appointed to deliver the main works design and build contract. Rather than constructing new assets, the scheme will refurbish and optimise existing infrastructure. Severn Trent Water identified the need for an upgrade at Ravenstone after close monitoring of dry weather flows over a six-year period. The scheme will increase the STW’s hydraulic and treatment capacity while also tightening final effluent standards, including meeting the requirements of a new ammonia permit. During ECI, Barhale carried out hydraulic assessments to understand how the existing assets could perform. This work showed that key structures could be retained, removing the need for additional construction and reducing mechanical complexi...

Nationally recognized transportation leader to guide strategy and help clients advance passenger rail, transit and multimodal transportation programs ARLINGTON ,  Va .  – Henrika Buchanan has been named HNTB’s transit and rail market sector leader. With more than 27 years of transportation leadership experience, Buchanan will guide the firm’s strategy, growth and service for transit and rail clients, collaborating with division, office and practice leaders across the firm to align capabilities, support client priorities and advance HNTB’s commitment to delivering integrated solutions across the full spectrum of transit and rail infrastructure. “Henrika’s ability to connect industry, policy and business perspectives, combined with her understanding of the opportunities and priorities shaping transit and rail agencies, has made her one of the most respected voices in the industry,” said Mike Inabinet, PE, president of markets and services at...

NEW YORK – Skanska, a leading global construction and development firm, today announced the appointment of Antonia Junelind as Chief Financial Officer of its USA Civil operations, effective Jan. 1, 2027.  Junelind will succeed Jari Mäntylä as part of a longer-term leadership transition as Mäntylä shifts his focus to leading strategic initiatives for Skanska USA Civil while looking ahead to his future retirement. Junelind and Mäntylä will work closely together in the months ahead to ensure a smooth transition. “Antonia brings a global perspective and a strong understanding of Skanska that will be valuable as we continue to grow,” said Don Fusco, President and CEO, Skanska USA Civil. “She brings tremendous energy, curiosity and a strong work ethic, along with a willingness to get into the details and do what it takes to move the business forward. Her experience and perspective will be valuable to our leadership team, and I believe she is a natural fit for USA ...

The general contractor broke ground on the 70-room Senoa Resort & Spa, a villa-style resort designed to preserve native land while stimulating the local economy SEDONA, AZ –   R.D. Olson Construction , a leading general contractor with expertise in the hospitality space, broke ground on Senoa Resort & Spa, a quiet 70-key luxury wellness resort spanning 11.5 acres in Sedona, Arizona. The $116 million villa-style resort immerses guests within desert and creekside scenery while being minutes away from downtown Sedona.    “We intentionally selected Senoa’s location so that guests could experience all of Sedona’s natural wonders right at their doorstep,” said Bill Wilhelm, president and CEO of R.D. Olson Construction. “From the Snoopy Rock monoliths that turn gold in the desert sun to the cooling canopies of Oak Creek and the grounding presence of the region’s famous energy vortexes, guests will experience everything Sedona has to offer without having to get in a car.” ...