Geological Engineering Explained – Ep 037
In this episode, we talk to Shane Tabor Teek, a Geotechnical Geologist at GEOSS South Africa, about geological engineering, what it is, and what an engineering geologist does. He also talks about renewable energy developments, and a term that every South African knows, but might not be familiar to others, called “loadshedding”. Engineering Quotes: Here […]
Why People Development Is Important When Growing a Civil Engineering Firm – Ep 188
In this episode of The Civil Engineering Podcast, we talk with two engineers from Alaska that decided to start their own firm and really focused on people development within their firm. They are Garret K. Gladsjo, P.E.and Lucas Chambers, P.E., co-owners and principal engineers at proHNS LLC. We talk about how investing in your staff […]
Successfully Navigating a Civil Engineering Career Change
This is a guest blog by Nick Heim, P.E. Change is not easy, especially when it is such a large part of your every day and life in general. Taking on a new position or responsibilities can be overwhelming, but there are a few things that one can do to ease the transition. Today, I […]
The Truth About Selling
“I hate sales!” “I could never sell anything!” I wish I had a dime—maybe a dollar—for every time I uttered phrases like that. My first business coach helped me break that thought pattern. Here is how the thinking goes: You are an engineer who excels at (fill in the blank). You happen to meet Chris, […]
What Newly Graduated Structural Engineers Can Expect After College – Ep 064
In this episode, we talk to Trina A. Agnello, P.E., a Structural Assistant Manager at Stewart. We take a deeper look into what newly graduated structural engineers can expect after the first five years of college when working at a firm. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Trina:
The Lost Art of Effective One-On-One Meetings – Ep 259
In this episode, we talk to Hazim Macky, Vice President of engineering at Coinme, the largest licensed cryptocurrency cash network in the U.S about why one-on-one meetings are so important for both engineers and engineering leaders and how they can benefit your relationship with your team. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Key Points […]
5 Steps to Building and Maintaining Client Relationships
Customers want to work with engineers who provide excellent service by respecting their time and needs. However, manufacturing challenges, constant innovations, and changes to the industry can be a barrier to excellent customer service. Without great customer service and relationship building, new innovations and investments may never happen. Keeping a steady pipeline of existing clients […]
Microbial-Induced Calcite Precipitation and How It Can Help Geotechnical Engineers – Ep 036
In this episode, we talk to Mary J.S. Roth, Ph.D., P.E, a Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Lafayette College, about microbial-induced calcite precipitation (MICP) and how it can help geotechnical engineers in their career as well as be beneficial to engineering students. Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Mary:
Project Development Plans: Ensuring Project Success – Ep 187
In this episode, I talk to Jamie Graham, P.E., PTOE, Traffic and Transportation Department Manager at Carroll Engineering Corporation, about project development plans and how they can set your projects up for success. Jamie also talks about the skills he looks for in project engineers when he is building a team. Engineering Quotes: Here Are […]
When Is the Right Time to Make Your Next Big Move?
This is a guests blog by Jese H. Vance, P.E. When is the right time? What if it doesn’t work out? What if I FAIL? These are all questions that I am sure many of you have asked yourself from time to time when trying to decide to take advantage of an opportunity or stay […]
