Thousands of jobs to go at car parts firm Oct 28, 2008
Thousands of workers face the sack as the slump in car sales hits one of Britain s biggest engineering firms. GKN will axe all 1,400 temporary workers, shut factories and lay off staff for the whole of December. (Mirror.co.uk)
Local briefcase Oct 27, 2008
Morrison-Maierle, Inc. was recently ranked as one of the nation s Top 25 Best Civil Engineering Firms to Work For by CE News magazine. This is the first year Morrison-Maierle competed in the magazine s survey of firms of all sizes across the country. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Nigeria:Corruption Agency Probes U.S. Firm Halliburton Oct 27, 2008
com: Nigeria: Halliburton Scam - EFCC Seeks Clues From Abroad (Page 1 of 1). Use our pull-down menus to find more stories. (allAfrica.com)
Students for Sustainability campaign hits Regina Oct 24, 2008
URSU has also hired engineering firms to conduct their own energy audits in order to evaluate the energy consumption, equipment upgrades and operational practices of the spaces occupied by the students' union. Leader-Post 2008. (Canada.com)
Tsvangirai to attend Zimbabwe summit Oct 24, 2008
The state Herald newspaper reported Friday the government water utility has run out of money to pay suppliers and engineering firms. Mugabe's deputy water minister, Walter Mzembi, was quoted as saying Harare residents were drawing water from unprotected wells, drains and other sources. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Ex-Employee Says He Warned Construction Company Before Collapse Oct 24, 2008
Choate responded by saying two outside forensic engineering firms found that the fatal collapse was due to significant deficiencies in the design performed by the owner's structural engineer, Structural Consulting Group, LLC.. Edwards' family, their attorney and a former Choate supervisor on Thursday released information they said proves the construction company was warned the structure was unsafe. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Ex-employee: Choate knew of design flaws at Berkman garage Oct 24, 2008
In September Choate announced that two forensic engineering firms it hired to review the design of the project found that Choate was not at fault for the collapse. Company officials said than they were vigorously contesting the citations. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
* The rise of the Salafists Oct 23, 2008
In Cairos wealthy enclaves of Maadi and Nasr City, upper-class Salafis dressed in traditional robes can be seen driving BMWs to their engineering firms while their wives stay inside large homes surrounded by servants and children ... In Cairos wealthy enclaves of Maadi and Nasr City, upper-class Salafis dressed in traditional robes can be seen driving BMWs to their engineering firms while their wives stay inside large homes surrounded by servants and children. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Paradigm braces for growth Oct 23, 2008
After working with engineering firms in California and Nevada, he cofounded Paradigm in 1999 with a fellow engineer (who has since left the firm) with the ambition to provide quality knowledge to clients and greater opportunities to employees. Working on large-scale commercial real estate development projects can be challenging, Lindorfer said. (San Francisco Business Times, CA)
ZWCAD's Participation in International Exhibitions Proves to be a Resounding Success Oct 23, 2008
Representatives from architectural and civil engineering firms of Moscow, Tyumen, and other regions of Russia, visited the ZWCAD stand and inquired about its technological aspects, with great expectation on the release of its Russian version. From Nov. 13 to Nov. 16, ZWCAD will participate in PhilConstruct 2008, trying to further explore the Philippine market for CAD software applications. (Primezone Releases)
Ultraconservative Islam On Rise In Mideast Oct 20, 2008
In Cairo's wealthy enclaves of Maadi and Nasr City, robed, upper-class Salafis drive BMWs to their engineering firms, while their wives stay inside large homes surrounded by servants and children. Sara Soliman and her businessman husband, Ahmed el-Shafei, both received the best education Egypt had to offer, first at a German-run school, then at the elite American University in Cairo. (CBS News -- World)
Nightmare on Main Street? Oct 19, 2008
Given their collective impact, the well-being of Main Street businesses -- from the corner barber shop, restaurant, and dry cleaner, to engineering firms, software makers, and online retailers -- offers the surest indicator of the overall state of the U.S. economy. How has the financial market meltdown affected them. (Fox News)
Engineering services debate back on the table Oct 19, 2008
Mayor Mike Hobart said the city should turn more to local engineering firms when it needs to hire a consultant. This is not the first time the city's practice of hiring engineering firms has erupted in controversy. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
City changes engineering firm, saves $645K Oct 18, 2008
Golden Triangle Media. Saturday, October 18, 2008. (Washington Journal, IA)
Robertson appointed to Clay utility authority board Oct 17, 2008
In addition to planning the strategic direction of the firm, he also oversees the company's marketing efforts as it expands nationally and has become recognized as one of the nation's leading architectural and engineering firms. Robertson sits in the Company's Board of Directors and serves as its secretary and treasurer. (Florida Times-Union)
ProSep signs $1.7 million (U.S.) contract in Malaysia Oct 16, 2008
7 million (U.S.) contract in Malaysia. MONTREAL, Oct. 16 /CNW/ - ProSep Inc. (TSX: PRP), dedicated to providing process solutions to the oil and gas industry, announced today that it has been awarded a $1. (Canada Newswire)
Downtown Honolulu seawater A/C project creates jobs Oct 16, 2008
We have the big firms helping with all phases of design and planning, and they in turn [subcontract] out work to smaller engineering firms and consultants ... It has hired five engineering firms Makai Ocean Engineering, Yogi Kwong Engineers, , Ace Land Surveying and InSynergy Engineering, all based in Honolulu ... Higa s and Larsson s expertise are being used in combination with the other engineering firms to design the complex project instead of hiring contractors to do a design-build job. (Pacific Business News, HI)
M/E Engineering adds alternative energy focus Oct 15, 2008
But among the 42 engineering firms that furnished revenue information for the list, M/E Engineering had the second-highest rate of growth, 47. 3 percent, on a year-over-year basis. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Board posts apology for train horns Oct 14, 2008
The Town of Ipswich is moving ahead to work with qualified engineering firms and the MBTA to comply with grade-crossing safety regulations. Thank you again for your time, commitment, energy, and assistance in this matter. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Road tax backers dig deep Oct 13, 2008
Yes on Measure S raised $160,600 through Sept. 30, with at least $100,000 coming from road construction and civil engineering firms and related suppliers, according to finance disclosure forms. The forms also make clear that supporters are relying on a San Francisco political consulting firm, despite strong wishes earlier this year by elected officials to steer the work to a local consultant. (Modesto Bee, CA)
More of this story Oct 10, 2008
He was director of the Lee County Regional Supply Authority for five years, director of the city of St. Cloud's electric utility for five years, senior project engineer for Boston Edison Co. for five years, and has worked for a number of electrical engineering firms. Eschol Radford, who was appointed acting director when Alan Hutto resigned on June 15, 2007, has returned to his previous post as assistant director. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Now that's rural: Derek Heinen — Axtell Lumber Oct 10, 2008
He studied drafting at the vocational-technical school at Atchison and worked for engineering firms in the Lawrence and Topeka area. In Axtell, Dereks sister Donna had gone to work for the local lumberyard back in 1976. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
CFOs on the front line of crisis Oct 10, 2008
That left him wondering if the bigwigs at architecture and engineering firms who use Avatech s design software would further scale back orders. With the stock market doing somersaults and credit increasingly scarce, CFOs have more on their minds and on their plates than ever. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
City deals with parking, RFP for improvements Oct 10, 2008
With the council's blessings, City Administrator Doug Morgan said he would get a Request for Proposal (RFP) engineering firms on how to make improvements to the downtown area. Morgan said he would have the RFP ready for council approval at their Oct. 20 meeting. (Kalona News, IA)
Kubota to Launch Full-Scale Overseas Water Treatment Biz Oct 8, 2008
plans to begin full-fledged overseas operations in the water supply and sewerage business, Executive Vice President Yasuo Masumoto said (JCN Network, Japan)
Phoenix Coal Inc. advised of permit delays, declares force majeure to customers Oct 6, 2008
"It is our intention to aggressively address the issues raised in the protest letter and work diligently to expedite permit issuance. Phoenix has employed a considerable level of resources and planning, working with reputable engineering firms to assemble permit packages," said David Wiley, President and CEO of Phoenix Coal Inc. "In the meantime, Phoenix will deliver the coal that is available from our existing permits on a pro rata basis to all customers per our existing contracts and work with... (Canada Newswire)
Cash makes kings Oct 6, 2008
GORDON PITTS AND BOYD ERMAN. From Saturday's Globe and Mail. (Globe and Mail)
Cash-rich engineering firms relish greater opportunities in year ahead, but contractors face challenges Oct 4, 2008
Engineering firms serving the booming oil and gas, power and infrastructure sectors, such as Fluor Corporation, Jacobs Engineering and The Shaw Group, have enjoyed record earnings and backlogs in 2008 and are in strong positions to buy. All say theyre going to be aggressive on acquisitions in 2009. (FT.com -- Markets)
Getting the lead out Oct 3, 2008
During the commission's discussion of CCA's report both commissioners Catherine Dillingham and Frank Rice expressed concern regarding the lack of numbers associated with the engineering firms' findings. "I want some numbers. I want to know how much is there," said Rice. (Fairfield Minuteman, CT)
Consulting Specifying Engineer Oct 3, 2008
Congratulations to the firms listed in the 2008 Consulting-Specifying Engineer Giants 100 the 100 largest engineering firms based on MEP revenue. Download the Giants poster. (Variety)
Willis named Public Official of the Year (7) Oct 3, 2008
He thanked his hard working Street Crews and fellow City Departments, local Engineering Firms, Jackson County Maintenance Crews and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation. In addition, Phillip Beauchamp with the City of Altus, Engineering Department received the OFMA Special Recognition Award. (Altus Times, OK)
Ecology and Environment, Inc. Awarded $4.5-Million Contract by the Illinois Department of Transportation Oct 3, 2008
Headquartered in Buffalo, Ecology and Environment, Inc. is one of the world's leading fully integrated ecological and environmental engineering firms. Founded in 1970, the firm pioneers innovative yet practical solutions to a wide variety of environmental issues, from environmental remediation, to emergency planning and response, to fighting global climate change. (Primezone Releases)
Years in waiting : Russell, Third project remains contentious Sep 21, 2008
Over the years, public dollars flowed to engineering firms. Before MDT put the brakes on Third Street, WGM Group earned 216,780, according to the Public Works Department. (Missoulian, MT)
NCT: LETTERS, Sept. 19, 2008 Sep 20, 2008
In the Science of Laws concept, the writer of the law would be engineering firms who would first collect all the data available on guns, their benefits, their costs, and the case law on the subject. A law would be crafted, modeled, tested in a community, rewritten to reflect lessons learned and sent to the Legislators for an up or down vote. (North County Times)
Building moratorium in Welsh Road area OK'd Sep 18, 2008
I mean, the plan commission is in place for a certain reason and they took a proposal, they studied it based on studies that we have spent thousands of dollars with qualified, professional engineering firms and they said no to a moratorium, he added. So now it goes to a city commission who then takes it and changes the words and completely ignores the plan commission. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Engineer for city of Jefferson is leaving Sep 17, 2008
We have inquired with three engineering firms for proposals for someone to come in to cover us while we evaluate the position description and decide how to ultimately fill the job, Mayor Gary Myers said ... We have three engineering firms from this region that have submitted proposals to us so we will have someone in the chair, so we won't be uncovered. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Halfway there for Little Harbor Sep 15, 2008
2-3 specialists, testing or marking out utilities 10 additional workers when paving is being done 3 office staff at the engineering firms. The project has about 50 people working everyday. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Bonds may mean boon for Associated Right of Way Sep 12, 2008
The company is finding success on bigger contracts, partnering with large engineering firms like Mark Thomas and Co. Inc. of San Jose, TY Lin International of San Francisco, Parsons Corp. of Pasadena and URS Corp. of San Francisco. These are pretty big projects and the public agency doesn t want to have a small contract, said Larry Castellanos, vice president. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
India throws open a $100bn nuclear bazaar Sep 11, 2008
The stock markets gained 3% as plans by India's largest engineering firms such as Larsen & Toubro took a huge jump towards becoming reality. Over 400 Indian and foreign firms are expected to gain from the NSG waiver, according to leading industry bodies such as the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry. (Asia Times Online)
Brazil to build high-speed train line Sep 11, 2008
He says the technology will most likely be provided by companies from France, Japan, Korea or Germany that will form consortiums with Brazilian engineering firms. The only two companies he mentioned were Frances Alstom SA and Germany's Siemens AG.. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Feds Seize Fannie, Freddie Sep 8, 2008
The Feds take over Fannie and Freddie. - By Bernhard Warner - Slate Magazine. (Slate)
Leaky public schools will cost B.C. taxpayers millions to fix Sep 7, 2008
Mr. Grewer said five engineering firms are working on schools around the province, conducting building envelope condition assessments. The effected schools are at various stages of repair. (Globe and Mail)
Maryland forming task force to examine bridges and tunnels Sep 6, 2008
Independent engineering firms handle the inspections and are rotated each year so that fresh eyes look at the bridges. It is important to constantly re-examine your procedures and look for better ways to operate, Porcari said in a statement. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Transition begins in city hall Sep 5, 2008
I will be working with the clerk and the engineering firms on their proposals, Johnson said. My feeling is to move forward. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Engineering firms chase opportunity in Alaska Aug 30, 2008
Anchorage Daily News. The bears are awake and showing up around town. (Anchorage Daily News)
5 Small Business Sectors That Can Survive a Recession Aug 28, 2008
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Bridge tolls to increase on Sept. 14 Aug 21, 2008
This capital program was developed considering information and recommendations developed by expert consulting engineering firms during the biennial inspections performed for DRPA and DRPA staff experienced in analysis of capital maintenance requirements. The board approved the 2008 portion of the five-year capital program. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
URS buys LopezGarcia Group Aug 20, 2008
A San Francisco company has purchased , one of Dallas most recognizable engineering firms. URS Corp. (NYSE: URS) bought the 200-employee firm, said Wendy Lopez, co-founder and CEO of LopezGarcia, who will remain with the firm as leader of its Texas initiative with a title of vice president. (San Francisco Business Times, CA)
Galt planning fees to increase Aug 20, 2008
The city solicited proposals from 12 qualified engineering firms for the work, according to a city report. A citizens' oversight committee aided in the selection of West Yost, which has worked with the city on matters related to the plant upgrade since 2004. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
U of L plans upgrades to Shelby Campus Aug 14, 2008
Louisville planning, design and engineering firms and designed the project. The roadway will be built by Team Contracting LLC.. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Clifton Gunderson teams with Deltek Aug 14, 2008
Deltek s Vision product suite is industry-leading and the only product line built specifically for project-focused businesses such as architectural or engineering firms, said Mickey Scheffki, partner and director of technology consulting for Clifton Gunderson. Deltek s business and partner approach is world class, and we are excited by how this partnership will help our customers more efficiently run their businesses. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
City moves forward with building repairs Aug 7, 2008
"We are going to get through it The council asked for names of people who would be willing to serve on the appeal board for the building code instead of the council. The council did approve payment No. 5 totaling $5,088.14 to Bi-States Contracting, Inc. for construction of the new showerhouse/restroom for the city campgrounds. Morgan said the building is ready to open as soon as Alliant hooks up the electricity. The council expressed reluctance to go forward on the Planning g recommendation to... (Kalona News, IA)
Group pushes regional approach Aug 3, 2008
In fact, he says, many businesses like architects and engineering firms prefer to be in smaller towns because the quality of living is better. The biggest problem small communities have in attracting new businesses is that no one knows where the vacant buildings are, where the attractions are that would draw customers. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Supervisors work on county budget Aug 1, 2008
Gabbert said a new law has increased the fee that engineering firms may charge from 10 percent to 12 percent of the total cost of a project. Supervisors also voted to. (Webster Progress-Times, MS)
DATCP Reported on Livestock Siting Law Aug 1, 2008
Besides appearing at numerous meetings throughout the state, staff has assisted a diverse mix of elected officials, regulators, engineering firms, crop consultants, attorneys, planners, industry groups, environmental organizations and private citizens. Communications on a daily basis have been held with individual stakeholders. (Agri-View, WI)
Possible water contamination still mystery Jul 30, 2008
Town officials met Tuesday afternoon with health officials and representatives of two engineering firms to plot their strategy. "We have not found any harmful bacteria," Director of Public Works Richard D. Kelsey stressed as he left the more than three-hour meeting in Town Hall Tuesday evening. (Middletown Press, CT)
Big money, not citizens, is driving initiatives Jul 30, 2008
Campaign-finance reports filed with the Secretary of State's Office show that the vast majority of contributions have come from businesses with a financial stake in roadwork and other transportation projects: construction companies, contractors and engineering firms. Likewise, nearly every cent of the $8. (AZCentral -- News)
National trade pub ranks Smith Seckman Reid in top 5 for design engineering Jul 25, 2008
Nashville-based ranked fifth on Building Design and Construction magazine's list of the nation's top 50 design engineering firms. The company moved up three spots from its 2007 ranking. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
New public works manager named Jul 24, 2008
Gilbert said as the new DPW project manager, Nazarian will also work with other engineering firms from a town owner s standpoint. She will also take on the task of outlining and performing inventory of all of the town s roads under Chapter 90 in the Massachusetts General Laws, which could prove to be even more involved this year with the recent passage of a transportation bond bill in the House. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
States in the clear: Reserve Jul 24, 2008
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KL&A builds on innovation Jul 21, 2008
Unlike other structural engineering firms, KL&A has expanded its capabilities beyond the projects that normally get contracted to companies like itself. This article is for Paid Print Subscribers ONLY.. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Scanlon, Szynskie engineering firms announce merger Jul 19, 2008
Two metro Denver, woman-owned engineering firms have merged. The new company, , is located at The Szynskie Group s offices at 3045 S. Parker Road in Aurora. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Teen who grew up poor primed for better life Jul 16, 2008
The program, started in 2004, attracts about 20 students annually and teaches them architecture and engineering classes and exposes them to colleges, architectural and engineering firms, and construction sites. Students then must turn their design ideas into scale models. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
OBITUARY: Richard J. Donovan Jul 15, 2008
At war s end he returned to Boston, and there over a six-year span worked for three different engineering firms. In 1952 he founded Richard J. Donovan, Inc., conducting a general practice in the design and construction of physical plant and facilities. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
ALCOSAN's $3B project attracts engineering firms Jul 8, 2008
ALCOSAN's $3B project attracts national engineering firms - Pittsburgh Business Times ... ALCOSAN's $3B project attracts national engineering firms ... The Allegheny County Sanitary Authority, or ALCOSAN, has awarded contracts to eight engineering firms to come up with plans to address the sewage system's overflow problem. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
