How Cloud and DevOps Are Fueling Innovation at Formula 1 – Ep 095
In this episode, I talk with Ryan Kirk, Head of Cloud and DevOps at Formula One, about cloud and DevOps strategies that drive innovation on and off the track. We explore how Formula One powers their global broadcast with mobile data centers, resilient cloud architecture, and cutting-edge automation. Learn how AI, DevOps culture, and containerized […]
How Warranty Readiness Testing Builds Reliable Products
I’ll never forget the smell of burnt PCB on a Friday afternoon. We were two weeks away from shipping our first major production run of a new industrial sensor -the mood was electric. Then, a unit on my bench—one that had passed every single one of our standard qualification tests—let out a faint pop. A […]
How Intelligent Transportation Systems Improve Road Safety and Efficiency – Ep 091
In this episode, I talk with Clarke Chauvin, PE, PTOE, PMP, Senior Project Manager and Licensed Professional Engineer at Neal Schaffer, about Intelligent Transportation Systems. We explore how emerging technologies like AI, adaptive signals, and near-miss detection are transforming roadway design and traffic safety. With emphasis on seamless communication, real-time data, and project integration, the […]
Designing Monorail Systems to Solve Real Engineering Challenges – Ep 168
In this episode, I talk with Carlos Banchik, P.E., CEO and Chairperson of the Board at Innova Technologies Inc., about tackling global monorail engineering challenges with creative solutions. We explore what it takes to design monorail systems that combine structural precision, complex geometry and multidisciplinary integration, including seismic retrofits and sustainable transit infrastructure. You’ll also […]
How Civil Engineering Leadership Is Shaping the Future – Ep 300
In this episode, I talk with Dr. Feniosky Peña-Mora, Sc.D., P.E., F.ASCE, ASCE President and National Dean, School of Engineering and Sciences at Tecnológico de Monterrey, about civil engineering leadership and its future impact. We discuss how his upbringing in the Dominican Republic shaped his approach to leadership, the evolving demands of civil engineering education, […]
How a Client Debrief Process Improves PM Performance
Project debriefs are helpful to improve your firm’s management processes, cost estimating or client communications. Mostly, these debriefs are internally focused. “How did we do? Could we reduce costs here or schedule things better there? Were we on time and on budget? Why or why not?” AEC firms get the majority of new work through […]
How Purpose-Driven Engineering Builds Skills and Confidence – Ep 360
In this episode, I talk with Boris Martin, CEO of Engineers Without Borders USA, about purpose-driven engineering and how it’s transforming the future of leadership in the AEC industry. He explains how engineers at every career stage can grow their leadership skills, communication abilities, and personal fulfillment by pursuing projects with meaning. This inspiring conversation […]
How Knowledge Management in AEC Improves Project Outcomes – Ep 094
In this episode, I talk with Nora Swanson, PE, Director of Innovation and Knowledge Management at JB&B, about how smarter knowledge management in AEC empowers collaboration across global teams. We dive into how she defines innovation and knowledge management, the transformational tools shaping today’s engineering workflows, proven strategies for change management, and how to evaluate […]
How Engineering Leaders Can Build an Emotional Intelligence System for Lasting Reliability
A Quick Note Before We Start I coach engineering managers every day. Before that, I was an engineer, and then I spent 10 years recruiting engineers. I’ve sat in hundreds of 1:1s, debriefs, and hiring loops, and I’ve had 1000s of tough conversations. What I’m sharing here isn’t theory. It’s a simple emotional intelligence system […]
Overcoming Project Management Challenges in Civil Engineering Projects – Ep 090
In this episode, I talk with Meghan Burbank, LEED AP, Vice President and Engineering Operations Manager at CP Engineers, about overcoming project management challenges in the AEC industry. We explore proven strategies for managing regulatory compliance, empowering diverse teams, and leveraging evolving digital tools like Civil 3D and GIS. Meghan shares hard-earned insights from her […]