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BKF is pleased to announce the acquisition of Lotus Water, a highly respected water resources and climate resilience engineering firm. OAKLAND, Calif. —  United by a shared commitment to creating a more resilient water future, together, we are Stronger by Design. This strategic acquisition strengthens BKF’s water‑focused capabilities and positions the combined organization to better serve public agencies, utilities, and communities facing increasingly complex water and climate challenges. Lotus Water is widely recognized for its specialized expertise in stormwater management, flood resilience, climate adaptation, green infrastructure, and integrated water systems planning. Its multidisciplinary team of civil and urban planners brings deep experience serving public utilities, municipalities, private and institutional clients, design professionals, and large urban infrastructure programs. By joining BKF, Lotus Water adds advanced technical depth and resilience-focused services that...

Innovative Site Design Revitalizes Northern End of Central Park WASHINGTON —  Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC of Parsippany, N.J. has earned a National Recognition Award for exemplary engineering achievement in the American Council of Engineering Companies’ (ACEC) 59 th  annual Engineering Excellence Awards (EEA). The award comes for the Davis Center at the Harlem Meer in New York.  The Loch, which had been culverted beneath the Lasker Rink and Pool in the 1960s, was restored to its naturally flowing state by an innovative strategy of resurfacing the underground stream, improving stormwater management, and enhancing biodiversity. Additionally, the team relocated utilities and developed foundation and slope stabilizing recommendations for the structures and site elements, including seamless integration of the facility into the surrounding hillside.   Judging for the awards program took place in February and was conducted by a national 32-mem...

Registration is now open for  S3: Slopes, Support and Stabilization  — a two-and-a-half-day, solutions-focused technical seminar dedicated to the real-world application of deep foundations, ground improvement and soil mixing. Hawthorne, N.J. — Taking place August 11–13 in Charlotte, North Carolina, the conference program delivers practical strategies for stabilizing slopes, supporting structures and managing risk in demanding ground conditions. “This is   where engineers, contractors and owners come together to solve the challenges faced on the most difficult jobsites,” says Conference Chair Jeff Harmston, ECA. “S3 delivers knowledge you can put to work immediately — from innovative design approaches to proven construction solutions.” Beyond the technical sessions, attendees can explore a dynamic exhibit hall highlighting the latest materials, equipment and services, and build valuable connections at committee meetings and networking events — includ...

Los Angeles, Calif. —  Skanska, a leading global construction and development firm, today announced that it has been awarded the $102 million contract for the Port of Los Angeles Avalon Pedestrian Bridge and Promenade Gateway project in Los Angeles, CA, by the Port of Los Angeles.   The Avalon Pedestrian Bridge and Promenade Gateway project is community-focused and will enhance accessibility, safety and public use of the promenade gateway while supporting the Port of Los Angeles’s broader waterfront revitalization efforts.  “ This project reflects our commitment to delivering infrastructure that strengthens communities,”  said James Bailey, executive vice president of Skanska USA Civil’s West Coast operations . “By creating a safe, gradeseparated connection over an active rail corridor, we’re giving the community easy access the Wilmington Waterfront Promenade and the public spaces that continue to transform this area. T...

EKHO Infrastructure Solutions will serve North American construction projects with safe, smart, sustainable infrastructure under a unified brand. NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa. — A brand built on decades of experience and thousands of successful projects across every state and province,  EKHO Infrastructure Solutions  brings together a comprehensive suite of infrastructure solutions delivered by one coordinated team. The change in name reflects a renewed commitment to industry leadership and to being the preferred partner for noise barriers, retaining walls, and precast concrete construction. By operating as one integrated organization, EKHO will unlock new value and opportunities through sector expertise, customer-focused service, and operation excellence. Formerly independent operating companies—Durisol, D...

Promotions Recognize High-Performing Individuals and Position Civil Engineering Firm for Growth San Diego, Cali. —  Building on a steady increase in project volume and an expanding geographic reach, Latitude 33 Planning, Engineering & Surveying has recognized and promoted  Vanessa Bolles ;  Jason Gordon ;  John Majocha, PE, QSD ; and  Erin Rist, PE, QSD  to Associate.  A reflection of both individual achievements and the strategic strengthening of the firm’s leadership team from within, these leaders will reinforce Latitude 33’s ability to meet increasing client demand, drive innovation, and support the firm’s long-term growth across California and the Mountain West. Matthew J. Semic, PE, President of Latitude 33, states, “I’m thrilled to congratulate our new Associates!  Vanessa, Jason, John, and Erin have consistently demonstrated technical excellence and a commitment to our clients, communities, and company culture.  Each plays ...

Strengthening our cultural building leadership MKA is pleased to announce the addition of a new Principal to our team! Brian Markham joins MKA with 25 years of experience leading complex arts and cultural building projects around the world. His arrival reinforces our strategic focus on expanding and elevating MKA’s structural engineering practice.  Throughout his career, Brian has partnered with world-class architects, museums, performing arts venues, and academic institutions to deliver technically sophisticated, design-forward environments that serve both mission and community. Known for aligning engineering excellence with institutional vision, he has guided multidisciplinary teams on the design of some of the most demanding cultural facilities in the world.  “Collaboration with bold dreamers is pure joy. Whether it’s owner vision, architectural aspiration, or artist inspiration (or all of the above), working within that creative space has been the calling of my career. ...