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Project Management

TCEP 163: An Exclusive Look Into the Largest Construction Project in Virginia’s History

February 10, 2021 By EMI

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Largest Construction ProjectIn this episode, I talk to Douglas Frost, P.E., a Senior Vice President at Dewberry. Douglas currently serves as the Quality Assurance Manager for the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel Expansion, and in this episode I talk to him about this project, which is the largest construction project in Virginia’s history. He also talks about Dewberry’s involvement in the project and discusses some interesting aspects around the project.  He even offers an amazing piece of career advice that was given to him by Mr. Sidney Dewberry!

Engineering Quotes:

Largest Construction Project

Largest Construction Project

Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Douglas:

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Filed Under: Project Management, TCEP-The Civil Engineering Podcast Tagged With: An Exclusive Look, congestion problems, cutting-edge technology, design and construction, Dewberry, Douglas Frost, Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel Expansion, improve safety, inspection business, Largest Construction Project in Virginia’s History, learn unique methods, Quality Assurance, safety professionals, slurry walls, transportation congestion problems, tunnel boring concept, tunnel boring machine, unique projects, Virginia’s History

TCEP 144: How the Coronavirus Crisis Will Change Commercial Construction in the U.S.

May 20, 2020 By EMI

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commercial constructionIn episode 144 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I talk to Jennifer Goodman, writer and editor at Construction Dive, about how the coronavirus crisis has changed commercial construction and what the general outlook will be for the rest of the year and beyond.

Engineering Quotes:

Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Jennifer Goodman of Construction Dive:

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Filed Under: Project Management, TCEP-The Civil Engineering Podcast Tagged With: Civil Engineers, Commercial Construction in the U.S., commercial construction industries, Construction Dive, Coronavirus Crisis, Coronavirus Pandemic, essential construction projects, Jennifer Goodman, modular adoption, protocols and safety, returning to work, safety protocols, U.S. commercial contractors, union influence

TCEP 143: COVID-19: Mitigating Impacts on Construction Projects

May 6, 2020 By EMI

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construction projectsIn this episode, I talk to Will Buckby LLB MCIHT, a Contracts and Projects Lawyer at Beale & Co. Will discusses the impact COVID-19 is going to have on the construction markets and projects, what relief is available out there for contractors and consultants, and what notices they should be giving to their employees.

Disclaimer: Please note, the information is this podcast episode and all associated documentation is not legal advice and should NOT be taken as such.  Consult with your own attorney for legal advice related to your projects.  EMI is NOT a law firm and does not provide legal advice.

Engineering Quotes:

Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Will Buckby:

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Filed Under: Project Management, TCEP-The Civil Engineering Podcast Tagged With: Beale & Co., common law, Construction Leadership Council, construction markets, construction sites, consultants, contractors, Contracts and Projects, COVID 19, Force Majeure, health and safety, hygiene, Mitigating Impacts, public health, social distancing, Will Buckby LLB MCIHT

TCEP 137: The Role of Project Management in Consulting Engineering

February 12, 2020 By EMI

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Consulting EngineeringIn this episode, I talk to Ann Tomalavage, PE, PMP, LEED AP, a licensed professional engineer who has spent the last 20+ years training engineering professionals on how to become great project managers. Ann talks about some of the key points to becoming a successful project manager, and she also discusses the role of project management in consulting engineering.

Engineering Quotes:

Consulting Engineering

Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Ann Tomalavage:

  • How did you get into project management training and how did you become so interested and passionate about the topic of project management?
  • What differences could an engineer expect when transitioning from a project engineer to a project manager role?
  • What made you decide to start a project management training course?
  • You recently talked at an ACEC event on project management; could you tell us about it and the feedback that you received from the audience?
  • What would you say is one of the biggest challenges for engineers in terms of making the transition to project management?

Here Are Some Key Points Discussed in This Episode About The Role of Project Management in Consulting Engineering:

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Filed Under: Project Management, TCEP-The Civil Engineering Podcast Tagged With: communication, Consulting Engineering, How to be a capitalist, Integrity, Leadership, Negotiator, organization, Professional Engineer, project management, project management in consulting, project management role, Project Managers, Sense of urgency, Team Player, Technical expertise, training engineering professionals, transitioning, vision

TCEP 132: Renewable Energy and Decoupling the Water-Energy Nexus

December 4, 2019 By EMI

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decoupling the water-energy nexusIn episode 132 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, our seventh episode in our Women in Civil Engineering series, I talk with Pavitra Rammohan, PE. ENV-SP, the Region Manager at DeepRoot. Pavitra talks about renewable energy and specifically about decoupling the water-energy nexus. We also dive into her background as well as her journey from India to the United States. 

Engineering Quotes:

decoupling the water-energy nexus

Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Pavitra:

  • Could you please tell us about your journey from Chennai to Los Angeles?
  • Can you tell us more about decoupling the water-energy nexus?
  • What is renewable energy?
  • Can you talk about the importance of getting stakeholders involved in this process?
  • How did you develop such a high confidence level?
  • What are Silva Cells?

Here Are Some Key Points Discussed in This Episode About Renewable Energy and Decoupling the Water-Energy Nexus:

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Filed Under: Project Management, TCEP-The Civil Engineering Podcast Tagged With: comparison and contrast, consistency, engineering professionals, generation z, high confidence level, millennial generation, Pavitra Rammohan, Renewable Energy, Silva Cells, soil, stakeholders, suspended pavement system, underground bio-retention, water stress, Water-Energy Nexus

TCEP 127: Digital Twins for Digital Cities

September 25, 2019 By EMI

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Digital Twins for Digital Cities

Bob Mankowski, P.E., Vice President of the Bentley’s Digital Cities Business unit with a 3D representation of the The City of Helsinki. The City of Helsinki used Bentley’s reality capture technology for geo-coordination, optioneering, modeling, and visualization throughout the Helsinki 3D+ project.

In episode 127 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I will be taking you on a road trip to Connecticut, to the offices of Bentley Systems, to visit with Robert (Bob) Mankowski, P.E. who is a civil engineer and also the Vice President of Bentley’s Digital Cities Business Unit. Bob will discuss the power of digital twins for digital cities and emphasizes the importance of having technological advancement as a tool in the preparation and mitigation of city-wide projects.  This episode is also available on YouTube.

Engineering Quotes:

Digital Twins for Digital Cities

Digital Twins for Digital Cities

Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Bob:

  • Tell our listeners about your background and career journey and how you got to where you are today.
  • What is your role with Bentley Systems?
  • Are there cities that are already using the digital twin process?
  • What excites you about the future of civil engineering?
  • What worries you about the future of civil engineering?

Here Are Some Key Points Discussed in This Episode About Digital Cities for Digital Twins:

  • Obtaining field experience early in your career makes a big difference in terms of understanding how your work as an engineer will impact other people around you.
  • A digital twin is a digital replica of a physical product, process or system that bridges together the physical world and the digital world. It does not only involve the geometric or physical replica in a digital world. It also includes engineering technology which allows you to understand and model the behavior and performance of the infrastructure as well.
  • A digital twin is built up from a variety of different sources containing different data. You will then typical connect it to an IOT which provides the real-time and historical performance of the system into the digital replica.
  • One of the ways in which you would start creating a digital city and a digital twin of a city is through a process called reality modeling. The idea is that your vertical replica reflects the actual reality. An example of doing this would be by transforming photos into 3D models. The 3D model would then become the integration point for other data. Having this 3D model is a way of indexing all of this information and accessing it in a very intuitive and immersive environment.
  • The demand for civil engineers is growing dramatically and it is uncertain whether the enrollment rate and graduation of civil engineers are going to be able to keep up with that demand.
  • There are so many things that civil engineers can have an impact on in this world, so we need to make sure that we have enough skilled and professional civil engineers out there.

More details in this episode…

About Robert (Bob) Mankowski, P.E.

Digital Twins for Digital CitiesBob joined Bentley Systems in the company’s 2004 acquisition of Haestad Methods, where he served as chief technology officer. He is a co-inventor of seven patented technologies. Prior to serving as the Digital Cities business executive, Bob was the leader of the product teams that created AssetWise capabilities for water, wastewater, geospatial, and communications infrastructure. Bob has a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from Drexel University and is a licensed professional engineer.

Sources/References:

Bob Mankowski’s LinkedIn|
Bentley Systems
TSEC 07: Drones and Structural Engineering Inspections – A Marriage in the Making
EMI’s YouTube Channel

Here Are Some of the Digital Twins for Digital Cities Projects Bentley Has Worked On:

Helsinki, Finland Project
Oporto, Portugal Project

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Filed Under: Project Management, TCEP-The Civil Engineering Podcast Tagged With: 3D models, Bob Mankowski, Civil Engineering, Digital Cities, digital twin process, Digital Twins, Digital Twins for Digital Cities, Engineering Technology, Field Experience, IOT, Program Management, reality modeling, virtual replica

TCEP 118: Information Civil Engineers Should Seek Up-Front for Proposal Writing Success

May 22, 2019 By EMI

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Proposal Writing SuccessIn episode 118 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I visit with  Karen Morgan, P.E. who is the owner and founder of the AEC Proposal Institute. We discuss what information civil engineering professionals need to seek up-front for proposal writing success. Morgan discusses 5 specific points that you can use as a checklist to ensure you write more winning proposals.

Engineering Quotes:

Here Are 5 Important Points Engineers Should Always Seek Up-Front for Proposal Writing Success:

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Filed Under: Project Management, TCEP-The Civil Engineering Podcast Tagged With: Be Committed, Civil Engineers, client’s requirements, deadline, Deep Work, distractions, goal, Karen Morgan, productive, Proposal Schedule, proposal teams, Proposal Writing Success, responsibilities, Set Aside a Plan, Success, Technical Professionals, unique and innovative, winning proposals

TCEP 114: What Civil Engineering Firms Need to Know About Providing Drone Services or Hiring Firms to Do So

March 27, 2019 By EMI

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In episode 114 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I talk with Scott Harrigan, who is the CEO, Co-Founder and Chief Pilot at Harkin Aerial about the use of drones in civil engineering and specifically what civil engineering firms need to know about providing drone services for themselves or hiring outside firms to do so.

Engineering Quotes:

Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Scott About Providing Drone Services:

  • What will people in the A/E industries use drones for?
  • What is photogrammetry?
  • How have the software and programs evolve in the drone industry?
  • Talk to us about the regulations and guidelines for using drones.
  • Do you work for companies that use drones and/or firms that have no drones at all?
  • What are some things that people should be aware of when purchasing a drone?
  • When purchasing a drone, what do you need to think about in terms of insurance?
  • Explain one example of a project you’ve worked on before?

Here Are Some Key Points Discussed in This Episode About Drone Services:

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Filed Under: Project Management, TCEP-The Civil Engineering Podcast Tagged With: 2D map, 3D Model, aerial photos, civil engineering firms, drone, drones, Getting certified, insurance coverage, Mapping, photogrammetry, Providing Drone Services, purchasing a drone, regulations and guidelines, Scott Harrigan, software and programs, Thermal photograph

TCEP 112: Managing Mega Civil Engineering Projects and Staying Calm in the Process

February 27, 2019 By EMI

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Mega Civil Engineering Projects

In episode 112 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I’m taking you with me to the offices of Louis Berger where I will be speaking with the Department Manager, Muzamil Husain, PE. We talk about the importance of managing mega civil engineering projects and how to stay calm during stressful situations.

Engineering Quotes:

Mega Civil Engineering Projects

Mega Civil Engineering Projects

Here are some of the questions I ask Muzamil Husain:

  • In terms of project management, what would you say are some things that you have done that made you successful?
  • How do you determine what tasks to work on each day?
  • Can you describe the Magnetic Levitation project?
  • As a project manager you need to get good at understanding your resources and deploying them in the right areas. How does one get good at that?
  • What do you do to improve the culture on your team?

Here are some key points discussed in this episode about managing mega civil engineering projects:

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Filed Under: Project Management, TCEP-The Civil Engineering Podcast Tagged With: Civil Engineers, communicate, compassionate, culture in your team, disciplined, disciplines, Engineering Career, Engineering Manager, express yourself, Good listener, Innovative, mega civil engineering projects, Muzamil Husain, opportunity, project management, well-rounded

TCEP 101: United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the ICE Global Engineering Congress

October 10, 2018 By EMI

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SDGs

In episode 101 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, which is the third episode in a 3-part special series focused on preparing us for the Global Engineering Congress 2018, I am bringing you with me to the offices of Mott MacDonald to sit down with Global Sustainability Leader Davide Stronati. Get ready for a great conversation around the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and how civil engineers can tactically support the achievement of these goals.

Here are some of the questions I ask Davide:

  1. What role does a corporate, or strategic, sustainability managing director play and what responsibilities do they hold?
  2. What is the primary outcome, with regards to GEC18, that you wish to see?
  3. From a civil engineering perspective, what does sustainability mean to you?
  4. What does your role as the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Sustainability Leadership Team Chair entail?
  5. What is your call to action regarding the SDGs for civil engineers listening to this podcast?

Engineering Quotes:

SDGs

SDGs

Here are some key points discussed on the UN SDGs and the ICE Global Engineering Congress:

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Filed Under: Project Management, TCEP-The Civil Engineering Podcast Tagged With: Civil Engineers, Davide Stronati, decision-making process, GEC18, Global Engineering Congress, Mott Macdonald, network, partnership, SDGs, sustainability, Sustainability Leadership Team Chair, sustainable development, UN Sustainable Development Goals

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