Ground Penetrating Radar in Civil Engineering – Ep 045
In episode 045 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I interview Daniel P. Bigman, PhD on Ground Penetrating Radar in civil engineering also known as GPR. Daniel also answers some questions from our listeners on technical items and other issues they are facing with Ground Penetrating Radar in Civil Engineering. Here are some of the questions I […]
How to Master your Elevator Speech as an Engineering Professional – Ep 135
In this episode, I am going to help you master your elevator speech. I will provide you with 7 specific steps that you can use to pitch the perfect speech. I have assembled these steps from different articles and resources online, all of which are referenced in the resources section of this post. Engineering Success […]
Process Optimization for Engineers: How to Simplify Processes Instead of Multitasking
Innovative engineers are deploying business process management (BPM) streamlining to increase organizational productivity. The technology is trending among corporate leaders, because it helps enterprises streamline and connect their operational processes. BPM implementation begins with evaluating corporate requirements. Based on these requirements, managers can develop a deployment strategy. Firms must select the right team members for […]
Drones in Civil Engineering – How and Why they can Help – Ep 044
In episode 044 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I interview Brett Hoffstadt, PMP about drones in civil engineering, how and why they are being used. We talk about the challenges, risks and concerns that go along with using drones in civil engineering. Here are some of the questions I ask Brett about drones in civil engineering: […]
Understanding what it takes to Succeed as an Engineer – Ep 134
In this episode of The Engineering Career Coach Podcast, I am going to answer questions from our listeners about career challenges they are facing and choices that they have to make to succeed as an Engineer. Engineering Quotes: Here are the summary of questions and answers I discuss in this session:
Five Strategies for Resolving Conflicts in your Engineering Career and Life – Ep 133
In this episode, I discuss conflict resolution. I am going to specifically review 5 strategies that you can use for resolving conflicts, whether it be in your engineering job or life. The strategies that I am going to review are those of Thomas and Kilmann’s Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI). Engineering Success quotes: Here are the […]
What Every Engineer and Project Manager should know about the Scope of Work (SOW) on Engineering Projects
The following is an excerpt from John Lowe’s book entitled A Guide to Managing Engineering and Architectural Design Services Contracts. The post was published with permission from the author and the audiobook will be available through Engineering Management Institute website in November 2016. The Scope of Work (SOW) on a project is an important aspect […]
The Business Case for Sustainability-Related Initiatives – Ep 043
In episode 043 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I interview Bob Willard, a leading expert on quantifying and selling the business value of corporate sustainability strategies. Here are some of the questions I ask Bob: How would you describe sustainability in your own words? Why is sustainability an advantage for corporations? Why don’t more companies try […]
Building Project Management into your Engineering Career – Ep 132
Image of our-team on Freepik In this episode, Chris Knutson, PE will answer some questions from listeners and give advice on why engineers should consider studying and learning about project management. He will also expand on why project management will be good for your engineering career, as well as your engineering organization. Engineering Success quotes: […]
Top 5 Things NOT To Do in a Job Interview for Engineers
1. Be unprepared…know the role you are interviewing for , basics about the company, their products (a general understanding is sufficient) and as much info about the interviewers as you can get (most of this information can be found on social media). I heard the story of a candidate interviewing with General Mills and was […]