AUSTIN, TX — Hoar Construction announces the promotion of Brady Johnson to Region President, a strategic move that creates a new role to strengthen leadership in key markets in Texas, including Austin, Houston, and North Texas. In this position, Johnson will oversee operations and business development initiatives across several divisions, …

AUSTIN, TX — The 89th Texas House Legislature has honored Karla Garza of VMK Concrete with a House Resolution for “distinguishing herself through her professional achievements.” Texas State Representative Sergio Munoz, Jr. (District 36) sponsored House Resolution No. 652.

Garza is Co-Owner of ready-mix concrete supplier VMK Concrete, which has …

FORT WORTH, TX — Garver’s Field Services Team continues to grow in Texas with the addition of Chris Jones, PE, CCM, CDT, as North Texas Construction Team Leader. Jones brings 29 years of Texas-specific experience in the engineering and construction management industry to the role, including 14 years …

HOUSTON, TX — Skanska announces the promotion of Mark Elpers to Vice President - Account Manager of Skanska USA Building in Houston, Texas. As a leader in Houston’s construction sector, Elpers will build projects that will support the region’s growth.

Elpers has more than 30 years of experience in commercial …

IRVING, TX — Compact Construction Equipment LLC (CCE), the largest Bobcat equipment dealer in Texas with 18 locations across the state, announces several new leadership appointments to increasingly drive growth and elevate the customer experience.

Justin Harper has been named General Manager of the dealership. Working for CCE for nearly …

AUSTIN, TX — HOLT Group announces the promotion of Kevin Chavez to General Manager at HOLT Renewables, a commercial energy solutions provider specializing in solar design, engineering, procurement, construction, and maintenance. As General Manager, Chavez will oversee the operation and execution of HOLT Renewables' strategy, facilitating its entry into …

DALLAS, TX — Skanska hired 24 new staff members in its Dallas, Texas, office in the past 12 months and promoted five existing positions. This expansion reflects the city’s ongoing growth and Skanska’s increasing portfolio in the region, setting the stage for continued growth.

“As the Metroplex continues to grow …

ATLANTA, GA — H. J. Russell & Company (Russell) announces the promotion of Michael Swick from Vice President of Operations for its construction group to the group’s Senior Vice President. In his new role, he will be accountable for the overall leadership and growth of Russell’s construction group throughout the …

AUSTIN, TX — K Friese + Associates, a Lochner Company, announces that Mason Liebau, PE, SIT, CFM has joined the firm as the Director of Strategic Growth for the Texas-based Water Practice. Located in San Antonio, Texas, Liebau will play a key role in expanding client relationships and supporting …

DALLAS, TX — McGough, a nationwide construction firm, developer, and facilities manager, continues to expand its presence in Texas, and the company announces two key leadership promotions in the South Central region. Roman Buckner has been promoted to Vice President - South Central Region, and Ryan Murgo has been named …

DALLAS, TX — Suffolk announces it has hired Evan McKee as the new Chief Operating Officer for the company’s Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas, team. McKee will focus on expanding Suffolk’s portfolio across commercial, higher education, institutional, and health care projects. McKee’s background will help continue to strengthen the company’s strategic growth …

FORT WORTH, TX — Engineering, planning, and program management firm, Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) welcomes John Van Hoosier, PE, to its North Texas Infrastructure team as a Project Manager.

A licensed Professional Engineer, Van Hoosier brings more than a decade of experience across multiple engineering disciplines, including …

HOUSTON, TX — As Texas and Louisiana continue rapid expansion, Paula Fitzpatrick brings experience to her new role as U.S. Senior Vice President and Regional Executive at WSP. Fitzpatrick leads growth, strategy deployment, client engagement and performance, and cross-collaboration among each of the firm’s business lines in Texas and …

HOUSTON, TX — Garver’s Water Team continues to grow with the addition of Jason Venier, PE, as National Private Sector Leader. Venier brings over 30 years of experience in business development and client service management with public and private sector water, wastewater, and environmental clients.

Based in Garver’s …

HOUSTON, TX — Linbeck Group, LLC (Linbeck), a Texas-based building construction firm with offices in Houston, North Texas, and Central Texas, is entering a new chapter.

Linbeck announces a leadership change to usher the organization into the next generation. Thomas “Tommy” O. Cole II, has been named President of …

HOUSTON, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces the addition of Soo M. Park, PE, as its new Bridge Team Leader. Park brings expertise in bridge engineering and has a track record of successfully delivering complex infrastructure projects.

He served as Bridge Lead for the Texas Department …

DALLAS, TX — Southland Industries announces several changes within its leadership team.

John Mastromonaco has been named Vice President, Environmental Health & Safety and is responsible for the implementation, development, and continued improvement of Southland's environmental health and safety program. Mastromonaco has over 20 years of experience.

"I am confident …

THE WOODLANDS, TX — Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. (Sterling) announces the appointment of Ronald A. Ballschmiede, the company's Executive Vice President, as Sterling's interim Principal Financial Officer and Principal Accounting Officer. Ballschmiede assumes this position following the departure of Sharon Villaverde to pursue other opportunities.

Ballschmiede served as Sterling's Chief …

AUSTIN, TX — Planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces the promotion of Markus Neubauer, PE, to Vice President.

Neubauer brings over 15 years of experience in transportation design and project management, having served clients including the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), Arkansas …

AUSTIN, TX — Eric Ploch, PE, STV Vice President, Principal, Senior Project Manager in Austin, Texas, has been elected Treasurer and Board Member of the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) Austin Chapter. This organization is dedicated to assisting members in professional development by providing training opportunities that strengthen …

DALLAS, TX — MYCON General Contractors announces the hiring of Terry Hellmich as its new Director of Preconstruction. With more than 26 years of industry experience, Hellmich will play a key role in leading MYCON’s preconstruction efforts, ensuring strategic planning, cost management, and project execution for clients across multiple sectors. …

DALLAS, TX — Sundt Construction announces that Justin McCain has joined its Transportation Group as a Project Director. McCain will play a key role in identifying, pursuing, and securing new contracts in Texas.

“Justin brings a wealth of experience in heavy civil construction, business development, and contract administration that will …

HOUSTON, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces the appointment of Wayne Swafford, PE, SE, as the new Chief Development Officer for both LAN and LEO A DALY. In his newly created role, Swafford will focus on strategic growth initiatives that enhance profitability and strengthen LAN's …

HOUSTON, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnan, Inc. (LAN), a planning, engineering, and program management firm, announces the appointment of Steve Gilbreath, PE, as its new President. Gilbreath will succeed Wayne Swafford, who has been named Chief Development Officer for LAN and LEO A DALY.

Gilbreath joined …

IRVING, TX — Vermeer Texas-Louisiana, the authorized distributor of Vermeer underground utility, tree care, and landscape equipment in Texas and south Louisiana announces the promotions of several key employees to further strengthen operations and drive growth.

Brady Urbanek has been named General Manager of the dealership group. Urbanek, an …

LEWISVILLE, TX — SitePro Rentals, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sammons Industrial, announces the appointment of Lon Jennings as its new President. Jennings brings over 30 years of leadership experience in sales, engineering, operations, finance, and strategic business development. SitePro serves a variety of customers in Texas, Louisiana, Georgia, …

WICHITA FALLS, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces the retirement of Wichita Falls’ District Engineer Michael Beaver after 30 years, all spent in the nine-county Wichita Falls District covering Archer, Baylor, Clay, Cooke, Montague, Throckmorton, Wichita, Wilbarger, and Young counties.

Beaver, a second-generation TxDOT employee, graduated from …

AUSTIN, TX — RS&H announces that Timothy Parker, MS, PE, has joined the employee-owned, national engineering, architecture, and consulting firm as the Transportation Market Leader for the Austin, Texas, area.

“Tim brings an exceptional level of leadership experience and transportation expertise that will be critical supporting RS&H’s growth in …

EL PASO, TX — HNTB’s Kelvin Kroeker, PE, El Paso Practice Leader and Vice President, has been honored as the Texas Society of Professional Engineers’ (TSPE) 2025 El Paso Engineer of the Year. This award recognizes TSPE members who demonstrate exceptional commitment to public welfare while advancing …

HOUSTON, TX — Burns & McDonnell has selected Vice President Jason Hetherington to lead its Oil, Gas, & Chemical Group for the South Central Region, headquartered in Houston, Texas. Hetherington succeeds Karen Bray, who recently was promoted to General Manager for the South Central Region.

“Throughout Jason’s career he’s …

HOUSTON, TX — Eliza Paul, PE, joins HNTB as a Project Director bringing 37 years of transportation engineering, planning, highway design, and project management experience. Her career includes more than three decades with the Texas Department of Transportation, where she last served as the District Engineer of the …

HOUSTON, TX — Lars Zetterstrom, PE, Vice President and Manager of Federal Programs at Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN), has been recognized Distinguished Member of the Year by the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Houston/Galveston Post.

Zetterstrom was honored at SAME’s 2025 Installation Banquet, held at the …

HOUSTON, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) hires Dennis Turner as Construction Manager joining the program management group. In this role, Turner will ensure that contractors' work aligns with project requirements, oversee inspections, prepare reports, and support project closeouts.

Turner brings over 40 years of construction industry experience, …

HOUSTON, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnan, Inc. (LAN) announces that its President, Wayne Swafford, PE, SE, has been honored with the inaugural LAN Excellence Award. The award, the highest accolade within the organization, was established to recognize exceptional achievements that contribute to the firm's growth, reputation, and success. …

PLANO, TX — McCownGordon adds Texas construction professional, Brian Rose, LEED AP, to its Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) leadership team as Vice President, Business Unit Leader over K-12 and civic endeavors. Rose has over 25 years of experience serving some of the largest school districts and fastest-growing municipalities across North …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Sundt Construction announces that Maritza Burgos has transitioned to Business Development Representative for the Transportation Group in Texas.

Burgos joined Sundt in 2022 as a Proposal Manager and has helped secure several projects. In her new position, Burgos will play a key role in fostering client …

With more than 300,000 construction jobs left unfilled, women are not a highly tapped resource. In fact, the U.S. Department of Commerce reported last year that approximately one in seven construction jobs were filled by women.

However, an increasing number of women view construction as a viable career path. To …

ATLANTA, GA — Skanska, a global construction and development firm, announces the promotion of Scott Cannon to the USA Building senior executive team as Regional Executive Officer (REO) for its Southeast region. In this role, Cannon will oversee operations across Florida, Georgia, Ohio, Tennessee, and Texas for Skanska USA …

DALLAS, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) welcomes Safety Director, Trey Lopez, CSHO, OHST. Lopez has more than 30 years of experience in health, safety, and environmental management across diverse industries.

“Trey’s extensive safety credentials, coupled with his hands-on approach to fostering a collaborative safety environment, make …

DALLAS, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP) promotes Granger Hassmann to President of the Gulf States region. In his new role, the AP veteran is responsible for the Gulf States region’s strategic direction while overseeing all operational activities, client relations, risk management, and business performance.

Hassmann joined AP in …

DALLAS, TX — Ian Aarsvold is the new Southwest Region Product Manager for Takeuchi-US. A current resident of Des Plaines, Illinois, Aarsvold is relocating to the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, area during Q1 2025 as he takes on his new role.

As the Southwest Region Product Manager (RPM), Aarsvold will …

DALLAS, TX — Primoris Services Corporation (Primoris) announces that Glen Hartwig has joined the company as President of Utilities. Hartwig is an industry executive with 30 years of experience in utility construction and finance. He has overseen the delivery of major transmission lines, fiber communication installations, and wind and solar …

DALLAS, TX — Structure Tone Southwest announces that Blake Christian has been appointed the next President of the company. In his new role, Christian will oversee the overall operations, drive strategic growth, lead business development efforts, strengthen client relationships, and ensure the successful delivery of projects.

“As I begin my …

HOUSTON, TX — Sharon Valiante has joined planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as Regional Business Manager. Based in the office in Houston, Texas, Valiante will oversee operations, performance, and profitability for LAN’s business activities. In this leadership role, she will focus on customer …

AUSTIN, TX — Thunder Creek Equipment names David Bertino as its new Territory Sales Manager (TSM) for the southern United States, including New Mexico, Oklahoma, Alabama, Texas, and Louisiana. Bertino joins Thunder Creek after a long career in both compact and heavy equipment sales and territory management — serving manufacturers …

DALLAS, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces Kevin Simon has joined the firm as a Program Manager for the North Texas Program Management group. Simon will manage the firm’s ongoing educational projects, focusing on supporting the Duncanville and Irving Independent School District programs.

Simon brings more than …

FRISCO, TX — STV announces Tony Bokaie, MSCE, PE, has joined the firm as Vice President and Senior Program Manager in its transportation Texas/Mountain region. In this role, Bokaie will lead the region’s Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) team for major transportation projects in the Lone Star State.

“Tony …

HOUSTON, TX — At city council, Mayor John Whitmire appointed Randy Macchi to lead Houston Public Works as its next Director.

Macchi has nearly 24 years of experience as a corporate executive and attorney. He joined Houston Public Works in March 2023 as Houston Public Works' Chief Operating Officer (COO) …

HOUSTON, TX — Karen Bray has been promoted to General Manager for the South Central Region of Burns & McDonnell in Houston, Texas. In this role, Bray will lead a workforce of more than 900 professionals in Houston and Austin, Texas, and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The team provides engineering, procurement, …

HOUSTON, TX — TDK Construction, a full-service commercial general contractor, announces the appointment of Tina Khatri as CEO of the Houston-based firm. Women make up 11 percent of the construction workforce in the U.S., and Tina will be among the 1 percent of female CEO’s in the industry. With …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Bartlett Cocke General Contractors announces key transitions within its Marketing and Business Development leadership team. Bryan Benway joins as Director of Marketing, and Marcus Wilkins as Director of Business Development. Kirk Kistner, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development, will retire after 25 years of …

HOUSTON, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has selected Glenn Allbritton, PE, as the next District Engineer for the Houston District, ushering in a leadership transition for one of Texas' busiest transportation hubs. With over 26 years of experience, Allbritton steps into this role at a pivotal …

COLLEGE STATION, TX — Dallas, Texas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) promotes Central Texas Leader Hayden Tuley to Vice President of the company’s Special Projects division. In this role, Tuley will ensure MYCON Special Projects division continues to excel as a leader in grocery and retail, distribution center, and automation …

DALLAS, TX — Kara Lentz, PE, CCM, LEED AP, has been named HNTB Corporation’s national construction services practice leader. Based in HNTB’s office in Dallas, Texas, Lentz leads the firm’s construction services practice and supports clients and teams nationwide.

Lentz has been with HNTB since 2016 and has …

DALLAS, TX — MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) promotes three leaders — Aleisha Wilks, MSc, Conan Schantz, and Hans Bauer — to key leadership roles that will enhance the company's capabilities in estimating and operations.

“Aleisha, Conan, and Hans have demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment to MYCON’s success …

HOUSTON, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces Mackrena Ramos, PE, Vice President and Business Group Director at LAN, has been named the 2024 Engineer of the Year by Houston Hispanic Architects and Engineers (HHAE). Ramos was honored and awarded at the HHAE Gala.

As HHAE’s 2024 …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces Travis Owens, PE, has been installed as the inaugural President of the newly chartered San Antonio Section of the American Society of Highway Engineers (ASHE). As President, Owens will lead the organization in advancing its mission to promote …

AUSTIN, TX — Burns & McDonnell, a global engineering, architecture, and construction firm, has expanded and reorganized its regional Environmental Services Group in Texas to better meet the growing demand for sustainable solutions across the state.

The team offers comprehensive permitting, compliance, and remediation services with decades of experience …

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA), a state trade association for the aggregate, concrete, cement, and associated industries, announces that Zak Covar has joined the association as its new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Covar comes to TACA with more than 15 years of experience …

DALLAS, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) has promoted two long-standing leaders, Chip Myers and Ryan Stoll, to Senior Vice President. Both Myers and Stoll, who are partners in the company, have been integral to MYCON’s success and growth over the years.

“Chip and Ryan embody the …

FORT WORTH, TX — Garver values and prioritizes providing expertise and project management support to clients. So, when it came to finding the right person to be the infrastructure lead to support the communities it serves, Garver turned to Ryan Opgenorth to become the new Texas Water Infrastructure Leader.

Opgenorth …

HOUSTON, TX — Morgan DeBorde joins Flintco as Business Development Manager in the Houston, Texas, office. DeBorde brings a wealth of experience in business development and client relationship management to her new role at Flintco.

In her position, DeBorde will be responsible for leading the development and execution of strategic …

HOUSTON, TX — Sina Amini, PE, has joined planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as a Team Leader of the stormwater business group. Based in Houston, Texas, Amini will be instrumental in continuously expanding LAN's coastal engineering practice.

Amini brings a decade of …

Amid the ongoing labor shortage affecting all construction companies, HOLT Group, headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, is recharging the industry’s workforce with female talent.

“We’re seeing an exciting and promising shift in our industry, as Generation Z is beginning to view the skilled trades as the viable career option …

ODESSA, TX — Saulsbury announces the most recent addition to its executive team, with Gary Conway joining the company as Chief Commercial Officer. With over 30 years of industry experience and a track record in midstream asset management and strategy, Conway brings expertise and leadership to strengthen operations and guide …

ROUND ROCK, TX — Quiddity Engineering announces the appointment of Ryan Ingram as Division Manager of the company's new Environmental service line.

With more than 17 years of experience in the natural resources and engineering sectors, Ingram brings a wealth of expertise in the energy, transportation, utility, flood control, coastal, …

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — Brett Flint, PE, has joined planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN). Based in the Corpus Christi, Texas, office, Flint will serve as Senior Project Manager for the municipal group. With more than 30 years of experience in design construction, …

HOUSTON, TX — Christopher Dorang, PE, has been named a Senior Vice President and Maritime National Technical Director at WSP, an engineering, environment, and professional services firm. Dorang, based in Houston, Texas, oversees quality execution of maritime projects across the U.S., bringing nearly 30 years of maritime experience …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Vincent Obregon, PE, has been named by HNTB Corporation as the San Antonio Practice Leader. Obregon brings over 30 years of experience in transportation, public works, and infrastructure engineering with a background that spans both the public and private sectors. Since joining HNTB in 2013, …

SAN DIEGO, CA — BOMAG Americas, a Fayat company, announces the promotion of Robert Vistad to Sales Director, Dealer Channel for western U.S. and Canada. In his new position, Vistad is tasked with supporting the North American dealer network and BOMAG field sales with market awareness, product knowledge, and …

DALLAS, TX — AECOM, an infrastructure consulting firm, announces Kristina Holcomb has been promoted to Dallas Metro+ Executive. Over the past three years, Holcomb has served as AECOM’s Texas Growth and Strategy Transit-Rail Lead, where she has led strategic pursuits and built teams to meet the needs of the …

PLANO, TX — Quiddity Engineering announces the appointment of David Kochalka as General Manager for its North Texas region. Kochalka brings over 27 years of experience in the consulting engineering industry. His extensive engineering experience includes site civil design, land development, real estate entitlements, public involvement, transportation planning and design, …

ABILENE, TX — Cory Higgins, PE, joins Garver as a Water Team Leader and Senior Project Manager in the west Texas region. With 13 years of experience in planning, design, and construction of public water systems, eight of which include project management, Higgins has completed over 50 projects for …

DALLAS, TX — HNTB Corporation has named Ashley Frederick Booth North Texas-Arkansas Office Leader and Senior Vice President, overseeing offices in Dallas, Fort Worth, and Plano, Texas, and Little Rock, Arkansas. He succeeds former Office Leader Steve Knobbe, PE who was appointed to HNTB’s Northwest Division President.

Booth most recently …

DALLAS, TX — Joeris General Contractors has experienced growth in the Dallas-Fort Worth market, doubling in revenue over the past five years, with $1.6 billion in backlog currently contracted. To help ensure the company is well positioned and staffed to manage this explosive growth, Joeris has appointed Brian Burns, …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) announces several leadership changes related to its product support operations. Kelly Shuffield has been promoted to Vice President of Service, Wade Gaines to Vice President of Parts and Product Support Sales, and Jeff Lechus to Director of Service for Cranes & Lifting. …

DALLAS, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) expands its business development team by adding Steven Wood as Business Development Manager. Wood will oversee the company’s Special Projects pursuits, primarily focused on programmatic renovation projects.

“Steven goes above and beyond to support our Special Projects division growth,” said Rick …

DALLAS, TX — Gavin Mellor joins HNTB as a Project Director bringing more than 30 years of experience in programming, planning, design, coordination, and management of airport projects from small regional airports to expansive commercial hubs.

“Gavin is an excellent addition to HNTB’s aviation professionals,” said Chris Price, PE, …

DALLAS, TX — KAI announces the appointment of Herschel L. Acosta, CCM as Senior Vice President at its Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, office. Acosta brings a wealth of experience and leadership that will enhance the capabilities and growth of the 360 Construction Services (360 CS) division.

In his new role, Acosta …

HOUSTON, TX — Joeris General Contractors announces the hiring of Brandon Meyers as the new Vice President of the Houston Business division. Bringing over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, Meyers is poised to lead the Houston team.

Meyers' extensive background includes a wealth of experience, having held …

HOUSTON, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces that two of its leaders have been appointed to significant positions within the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) state and local chapters. President Wayne Swafford, PE, will serve as President-Elect for the 2024-2025 ACEC Texas Officers, and Chief …

HOUSTON, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces the hiring of Karter Ford, EIT, as part of the company's Hiring Our Heroes fellowship program. Ford, a U.S. Army veteran, joined LAN as a Mechanical Engineer in Training.

“Ford spent three months training with the mechanical team before …

HOUSTON, TX — Burns & McDonnell promoted seven employee-owners from its offices in Houston, Dallas, and Fort Worth to its Principal Group, a senior level of leadership recognizing outstanding performance and technical excellence. Burns & McDonnell is a 100 percent employee-owned engineering, construction, and architecture firm designing and building critical …

IRVING, TX — Granite’s board of directors has appointed Carlos M. Hernandez as a Director of the company.

Hernandez brings decades of industry experience as the former Chief Executive Officer of Fluor Corporation, the Irving, Texas-based engineering and construction firm. His career has included work in manufacturing, procurement, …

AUSTIN, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, welcomes John Hicks as its new Director of Business Development within Mission Critical Services. Raised in Austin, Hicks brings more than 10 years of experience in data center oversight of program development and project …

AUSTIN, TX — American Structurepoint welcomes Whit Friend to its growing company as Texas Road Group Leader.

Friend brings a diverse background and 25 years of experience in all aspects of transportation engineering and project management. This includes engineering, planning, design, construction oversight, and program management services for state, municipal, …

DALLAS, TX — HNTB Corporation names Jonathan Bayles as Central Division Sales Officer and Vice President, overseeing client infrastructure needs across a nine-state region, spanning 16 offices in Texas, Louisiana, Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Oklahoma, Nebraska, Arkansas, and Mississippi.

In his new role, Bayles will help manage HNTB’s growth in the …

DALLAS, TX — KAI 360 Construction Services (360 CS) announces the hiring of Kristopher McGraw as Senior Project Manager at its Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, office. In his new role, McGraw will play a role in overseeing building design and construction program management initiatives and ensuring the execution of projects from …

DALLAS, TX — KAI announces the hiring of Richard Long, PE, CEM as Senior Mechanical Engineer and Subject Matter Expert at its Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, office. Long's extensive experience and expertise will be instrumental in propelling KAI's engineering efforts forward as it grows its service offerings and tackles increasingly complex …

DALLAS, TX — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) announces the promotion of JP Cotton to the role of Assistant Sales & Operations Manager for the Dallas branch. Cotton will be responsible for supporting Sales & Operations Manager Chad Cox with the day-to-day operational needs of the Dallas branch and providing increased …

FORT WORTH, TX — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) announces the promotion of Steve McCondichie to the role of Sales & Operations Manager for the Fort Worth branch. McCondichie will be responsible for overseeing the Fort Worth sales team, building and growing customer relationships, and supporting the rental, parts, and service …

HOUSTON, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces the promotion of Mackrena Ramos, PE, Vice President, to Water Conveyance Business Group Director.

With over 25 years of engineering experience, Ramos has proven herself a leader, primarily through her extensive experience in large-diameter water main design and leadership …

HOUSTON, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces the promotion of Matt Manges, PE, CFM, ENV SP, Vice President, to Stormwater Business Group Director.

As the leader of LAN’s stormwater team, Manges has pioneered advanced stormwater modeling and led critical watershed studies, contributing to LAN’s expertise and …

IDA GROVE, IA — Bryan Beck has been named GOMACO’s Vice President of Manufacturing. The appointment was made by Grant Godbersen, GOMACO’s President. As the new Vice President of Manufacturing, Beck will oversee all manufacturing operations, the expansion of manufacturing capabilities and facilities, the setting of product delivery …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — HNTB’s Jessica Kessinger, PE, Deputy Program Manager, and Marisabel Ramthun, PE, Central Division Business Development Leader, have received the WTS San Antonio Chapter 2024 Woman of the Year award and WTS Heart of Texas Chapter 2024 Woman of the Year award, respectively.

Kessinger …

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces the appointment of Daniel Fleischman, PE, as the North Travis Area Engineer for the Austin District.

Fleischman's professional career began in 1998 when he worked as an Engineer-In-Training for a consulting firm. He later joined TxDOT in 2003, serving …

AUSTIN, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP) promotes Eric Churchill to Vice President of Central Texas. Churchill takes on this role less than two years after joining AP as Central Texas Business Development Director.

In his new position, Churchill works with regional leadership to provide direction and drive AP’s …

AUSTIN, TX — Marisabel Ramthun, PE joins HNTB Corporation as Business Development Leader with a focus on growing HNTB’s portfolio of transportation design projects and clients in Texas. Her extensive career includes more than two decades with the Texas Department of Transportation, where she last served as Director of …

AUSTIN, TX — Stroud Evans joins HNTB Corporation as Business Development Officer and Vice President. He will drive an increased focus on key clients, markets, and infrastructure initiatives in the firm’s Central Division which includes Texas, Louisiana, Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Oklahoma, Nebraska, Arkansas, and Mississippi.

“Stroud’s industry expertise and proven …

AUSTIN, TX — Two Garver employees were recognized at the WTS Heart of Texas (HOT) Chapter’s 20th Annual Scholarship and Awards Gala. Laura Friello, PE, was named Member of the Year while Stephen Johnson, PE, was named Man of the Year. They were nominated by fellow members of …

DALLAS, TX — Construction management firm Structure Tone Southwest adds new leaders in its Dallas office, further strengthening the expertise and leadership across Texas.

Shandra Colon has joined as the new Vice President of Business Development, based in the Dallas office. With a career spanning over two decades, Colon brings …

DALLAS, TX — With nearly two decades of engineering, project management, and program management experience in the water market, Sarah Isbell joins Burns & McDonnell in Dallas, Texas. She will lead a growing team of water professionals, expanding the firm’s portfolio throughout Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana.

“Sarah has a …

EL PASO, TX — Sundt Construction welcomes Jesse Morales to its Building Group as a Senior Safety Manager for the firm’s Texas Western Hall project at The University of Texas, El Paso.

“Jesse exemplifies Sundt’s commitment to being the best in the industry in safety,” said Robert Garcia, Senior …

FORT WORTH, TX — Garver Texas Wastewater Treatment Leader Dylan Christenson, Ph.D., PE, officially began his term as President of the Water Environment Association of Texas (WEAT) board during the annual Texas Water Conference in Fort Worth.

A nonprofit, educational organization, WEAT unites water professionals with diverse backgrounds and …

FORT WORTH, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces the promotion of Justin Reeves, PE, LEED AP, Vice President, to North Texas Infrastructure Business Group Director.

With an engineering background that spans more than two decades, Reeves has served in technical and management roles for water and …

HOUSTON, TX — Jason Caldwell joins WSP, an engineering, environment, and professional services consultancy, as National Water Resources Market Lead. Caldwell brings to the role an understanding of organizational development and sales in the water business. He is based in Houston, Texas.

“Jason is a highly accomplished engineer and …

LITTLE ROCK, AR — Hy-Brid Lifts announces Gary Coke as Director of Sales covering the south-central United States, including Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, New Mexico, and Texas. Coke’s responsibilities include providing customer support as well as continuing the growth and channel development of the Hy-Brid Lifts line of low-level …

NEWPORT NEWS, VA — Liebherr USA, Co., appoints Shane Kuhlmey as Divisional Director for Crawler Cranes, Deep Foundation Machines, and Maritime Cranes, focusing on three major Liebherr offices in Newport News, Virginia; Miami, Florida; and Houston, Texas.

Kuhlmey transitions into this new role following a successful tenure as head …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Construction management firm Structure Tone Southwest announces key promotions and a strategic office relocation in San Antonio.

Ben Martin has been named Vice President of Operations and Michael Chavan has been promoted to Vice President of Business Development. Both professionals will jointly oversee the San Antonio …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Western Specialty Contractors announces the promotion of Stephen Cordova to Manager of its San Antonio, Texas, Branch.

As Branch Manager, Cordova is responsible for overseeing sales, daily operations, and field personnel at the branch, plus developing new projects within the branch’s territory. Founded in 2000, the …

WACO, TX — The Independent Equipment Dealers Association (IEDA) has awarded a $5,000 scholarship to a Texas student that was enrolled in a post-secondary heavy equipment repair program this spring.

The recipient is Joseph Briseno from Texas State Technical College in Waco. He was selected from 27 applicants by a …

As Waukesha Pearce Industries (WPI) celebrates 100 years of serving customers in energy and construction, it is an opportunity to reflect on what it takes to survive and thrive in such demanding markets. To be clear, this is not a story about WPI’s past. This story is about the core …

AUSTIN, TX — Sundt Construction promotes Chad Yount to Vice President and Texas Operations Manager for its Transportation Group.

“Chad continues to exemplify what it means to be an employee-owner through his significant contributions to growing our business in Texas and his efforts with the Sundt Foundation,” said Joe Dooley …

AUSTIN, TX — Western Specialty Contractors announces the opening of a new Austin, Texas, branch and the promotion of Aaron Williams as Branch Manager.

In his new role as Branch Manager, Williams is responsible for overseeing sales, daily operations, and field personnel at the new branch, plus developing new projects …

BATON ROUGE, LA — BOMAG Americas announces that Bill Nittinger has joined the sales team as the Director of Dealer Channel Sales for the western region and Canada. The western region covers the following states: Louisiana, Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Utah, Arizona, Nevada, Idaho, …

DALLAS, TX — KAI 360 Construction Services (360 CS) announces the hiring of Wenguel Yohannes, AIA, NOMA as Senior Project Manager at its Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, office.

In her new role at KAI, Yohannes will play a pivotal role in overseeing building design and construction program management initiatives, ensuring the …

DALLAS, TX — KAI announces the hiring of Lydie Mizele as Engineering Design Manager in the Engineering Group at its Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, office.

Mizele has more than 14 years of industry experience in all aspects of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and energy calculation design. Her portfolio includes retail, …

DALLAS, TX — Lauren Collins is stepping into the role of Safety and Total Rewards Director at Garver. Collins is a Texas A&M graduate with a Bachelor of Science in construction science and 19 years of experience in the construction, safety, and human resources fields. In her role, she …

FORT WORTH, TX — Wade Barnes, PE, Ph.D., CFM, joins Neel-Schaffer as a Water Resources Project Manager, based in the firm’s Fort Worth office.

Barnes has 21 years of experience, seven in water/sewer construction and 14 in hydraulics and hydrology (H&H) engineering. Barnes has extensive experience designing drainage plans …

HOUSTON, TX — McDermott announces Maurizio Coratella as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. In his new role, Coratella will apply his more than three decades of industry leadership and engineering and construction expertise and will lead delivery of integrated engineering and construction solutions across the energy value chain …

HOUSTON, TX — National Trench Safety (NTS), the nation’s largest pure play trench safety solutions provider, announces the appointment of Fernando Pinera as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Pinera has a background in rental and brings over 20 years of rental, operational, sales, and financial leadership to the company. Most …

Many Skanska employees working on the job site for the new Mays Business School Wayne Roberts ‘85 Building are no strangers to the Texas A&M University campus. Among the several alumni working on the project is Dennis Yung, Skanska USA Building’s Executive Vice President and General Manager for Houston …

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) announces that Jeff Walker has made the decision to retire from his position as Executive Administrator after nearly eight years as head of the agency and more than 34 years with TWDB.

As one of the longest-serving TWDB Executive Administrators, Walker’s …

CHICAGO, IL — Libby Braband joins HNTB Corporation, an infrastructure solutions firm, as Central Region Sales Officer and Vice President. She will drive an increased focus on clients’ infrastructure needs and successful project development, aiming to maximize growth within HNTB’s Great Lakes Division and Central Division, encompassing an expansive …

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — Architect Connie Rivera, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, joins Texas-based Pfluger Architects as Co-Managing Principal of the firm’s Corpus Christi office, where she will drive growth and innovation in educational facility planning, design, and construction administration in the Coastal Bend region. Rivera has led successful projects …

FORT WORTH, TX — HFA Architecture + Engineering announces that veteran financial leader Lisa Hess, CMA, CSCA has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer.

Based in HFA's Fort Worth office, Hess brings more than 18 years of finance, accounting, and management experience in sectors such as engineering, construction, law, …

GEORGETOWN, TX — With the addition of Jason Reynolds as Survey Team Leader in Georgetown, Garver is further expanding its surveying services into Central Texas. In his role, Reynolds will leverage his 30-plus years of experience to serve a variety of clients, including departments of transportation, counties, municipalities, private development, …

HOUSTON, TX — Ashish Patel, PE, a Team Leader and an Associate at Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam Inc. (LAN), has been elected Vice President of The Structural Engineers Association of Texas (SEAoT) Houston Gulf Coast Chapter. This organization supports structural engineers who work in the academic, design, and construction …

HOUSTON, TX — Christopher White, PE, rejoins HNTB Corporation as a Bridge Design Practice Consultant, bringing more than 35 years of leadership and bridge expertise. White’s expertise has been pivotal in effectively delivering major bridge projects across the U.S. and internationally, spanning from conceptual development to final design and …

HOUSTON, TX — Hunter, a custom modular and blast-resistant buildings company, announces Stephanie Wilder’s promotion to Vice President of Sales.

In her new role, the 12-year company veteran will continue managing the firm’s outside and inside sales teams, directing marketing efforts, and assisting in new product development. She …

MESA, AZ — EPS Group, Inc., an Arizona-based civil engineering design firm, announces the appointment of Mike Koester as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Koester brings a wealth of experience to EPS Group, having held various leadership and operational roles in the oil and gas, chemicals, and manufacturing industries. …

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Jon Carlson, Chief Executive Officer and President of Braun Intertec, announces he is stepping down after a 35-year career in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. Carlson's career started as an Environmental Technician at Braun Intertec in 1988, being steadily promoted to President in …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) announces the promotion of Kelly Shuffield to Vice President, Product Support, Cranes & Lifting. Shuffield will be responsible for the strategic oversight of all crane support operations throughout KSM’s territory. Offering sales, rentals, parts, and service, the heavy equipment distributor is an …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Leticia Ortiz and Miranda Menchaca, machine operators at CPS Energy, placed in the top 10 of the first-ever all-female Caterpillar Celebrating Women in Construction operator competition, earning 7th and 8th place respectively. The two operators represented HOLT CAT in the competition and competed against …

AUSTIN, TX — Peabody General Contractors, a heavy civil construction company specializing in underground utility services and a subsidiary of the HEI Civil Enterprise, announces the appointment of Clint Eskridge as its new General Manager.

With over 25 years of experience in heavy civil construction, Eskridge has an …

THE WOODLANDS, TX — Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. (Sterling) announces the appointment of Sharon Villaverde to the role of Vice President of Finance. In this position, Villaverde will be responsible for managing Sterling's finance and accounting functions. In addition, she will help to shape the company's strategic financial initiatives.

Villaverde brings …

AUSTIN, TX — Inez Evans joins WSP as Senior Vice President, National Bus Practice, after a four-year term as President and CEO of Indianapolis Public Transportation Corporation (IndyGo).

“Inez is a recognized trailblazer in public transit,” said Jannet Walker-Ford, WSP Senior Vice President and Transit and Rail National Market …

AUSTIN, TX — Wade Miller of Waco has been elected President of the Associated General Contractors of Texas (AGC of Texas), the association that represents most of the state’s highway and bridge builders. Miller is President of Lorena-based Big Creek Construction and is the first Waco-area highway contractor to lead …

DALLAS, TX — KAI announces the hiring of Tania Lecona, CSI as Design Manager of KAI Design at its Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, office.

Lecona has five years of industry experience with expertise in housing design and unit remodels, having worked extensively with housing authorities throughout Texas.

“KAI is delighted to …

DALLAS, TX — SitePro Rentals, an equipment rental provider, announces the appointment of Lee Burton as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This strategic move aims to fortify SitePro’s financial leadership and further accelerate the company’s growth trajectory.

As CFO, Burton will be responsible for financial reporting, financial planning …

EL PASO, TX — Sundt Construction promotes Angelica Rosales to Project Director. In her new role, she will lead business development, proposals, and relationship management from preconstruction through construction.

“Angelica has built invaluable relationships within our community and contributed to Sundt’s most impactful project awards and community contributions,” said Vice …

GRAPEVINE, TX — Rosendin announces D. Scott Risch, CSP, CHST, as its Vice President of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) reporting to Keith Douglas, Chief Executive Officer. Risch is based in Grapevine, Texas. He brings over 25 years of experience in the global construction industry, building cross-functional, multi-site …

HOUSTON, TX — A.J. Widacki, PE, joins HNTB Corporation as a Senior Project Director bringing more than 40 years of transportation engineering, highway design, and project management experience.

“A.J. brings a remarkable blend of leadership, expertise, and proven industry experience to HNTB — all invaluable attributes in a new …

HOUSTON, TX — Kingham Dalton Wilson, Ltd. (KDW), a construction company specializing in design-build industrial and commercial construction, announces it will expand its executive leadership team to support a growing range of projects.

The design-build firm will add two longtime team members to its C-suite. Jay Kingham, who joined …

HOUSTON, TX — Qamar Haque joins planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews, & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as Program Manager for the Irving ISD Bond Program. In this role, he will coordinate and manage the planning, design, and execution of construction administration services for the Irving ISD Bond Program. …

HOUSTON, TX — WSP, an engineering, environment, and professional services consultancy, hires Scott Savage as Senior Vice President for advanced facilities and multi-site programs across the U.S. Property and Buildings business.

Advanced facilities encompass complex, multidisciplinary planning and design within the technology-driven manufacturing sector. Savage brings both technical and …

KANSAS CITY, MO — CRB, a global provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services to the life sciences and food and beverage industries, announces the promotion of Lindsay Kenney to Regional Vice President. Kenney will oversee operations in the Midwest.

The promotion advances CRB's commitment to successful …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Increasing revenues by 240 percent in a post-COVID environment, Texas-based Pfluger Architects used its extensive experience in educational facility planning, design, and construction administration to accomplish this. That achievement resulted in the need to grow the team with 38 new personnel hires and nine promotions to …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Alfred Vitela III, PE, has joined planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as Program Manager. Vitela will support LAN’s program management business, including the building improvements to campuses within the Alamo Colleges District located in San Antonio, Texas.

Vitela …

WACO, TX — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) announces the hiring of Richard Graves as its new Sales & Operations Manager in Waco. In his new role, Graves will lead the sales efforts of KSM’s growing Waco branch as well as day-to-day oversight of its rental, parts, and service departments.

Graves …

HOUSTON, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces the selection of Brett McLeod as the Houston District’s Director of Design. McLeod will oversee the district’s in-house and consultant-led PS&E development, pavement design, hydraulics, bridge design, bridge preservation and maintenance, surveying, and plan review functions.

McLeod began his career …

AUSTIN, TX — Atlas Technical Consultants (Atlas), an infrastructure and environmental solutions provider, announces the appointment of Jacqueline (Jacque) Hinman as Chief Executive Officer. Hinman replaces retiring Chief Executive Officer L. Joe Boyer.

Hinman has 35 years of career engineering industry experience, which includes serving for nearly 20 years …

AUSTIN, TX — Paulo Faria, CAU/SP, joins HDR as a Design Director for Transportation Architecture. In this position, Faria will leverage his 25 years of experience to craft user-centered storylines and design solutions, elevating HDR's global design brand.

“I look forward to advancing the ethos of design excellence within …

DALLAS-FORT WORTH, TX — KAI announces the promotion of Aleksandar Milenkov, PE, LEED AP to Engineering Design Principal at its Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, office. Milenkov joined KAI in 2020 as Director of Mechanical Engineering.

In his new position, Milenkov will provide overall practice leadership for KAI’s Engineering business. His primary …

DALLAS, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) welcomes Director of Marketing, Remington May. May will oversee marketing efforts for MYCON’s four offices and collaborate with MYCON's executive team, integrating the company's objectives with its branding and overarching marketing approach to ensure a cohesive and strategic alignment across …

DALLAS, TX — KAI announces the promotion of James Lawrence, AIA, LEED AP to a new role as Architectural Studio Leader at its Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, office. Lawrence joined KAI in 2022 as a Senior Project Manager.

In his new role, Lawrence is set to elevate the architectural studio to …

DALLAS, TX — McCarthy Holdings, Inc. (McCarthy), a 100 percent employee-owned construction company, announces the promotion of Joe Jouvenal to Chief Operating Officer. In this role, he will be responsible for overseeing all operations for the firm and its subsidiaries and will also oversee the corporate human resources, quality, and …

DALLAS, TX — McCarthy Holdings, Inc. (McCarthy), a commercial construction company, announces the promotion of Billy Naylor to Senior Vice President, National Safety. In this role, he will oversee the implementation of McCarthy’s national safety program, including all company policies and procedures regarding safety. He will replace retiring Senior Vice …

DALLAS, TX — Sarah Jackson joins HNTB Corporation as Government Relations Director for the firm’s Central Division. She brings more than 17 years of experience in federal, state, and local government, management, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning.

Jackson will direct the firm’s government relations activities for Texas, Louisiana, Missouri, Kansas, …

DALLAS, TX — TDIndustries, Inc. (TD), a provider of facilities services and mechanical construction solutions, announces the appointment of Frank Musolino as its fourth Chief Executive Officer, marking a milestone in the company's 77-year history.

"Frank Musolino is well-suited to lead TD toward a dynamic future," said TDIndustries' Board Chair …

DALLAS, TX — Tom LeBeau joins Sundt Construction as a Project Executive focused on transit and rail. Based in Dallas, LeBeau will lead transit and rail projects from pursuit through delivery and manage client relationships.

“We are pleased to have Tom on our team,” said Joe Dooley, Sundt Senior …

HOUSTON, TX — The Houston Engineers Week Committee has named Woolpert Senior Vice President Melvin Spinks as the 2024 Houston Area Engineer of the Year. The award recognizes engineers who have made significant contributions to both the profession and Houston area. It will be presented during Houston Engineers Week and …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — John Baker, PE, a Vice President at Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam Inc. (LAN), has been distinguished with a selection to the Leadership San Antonio Class 48 (LSA 48). This program, co-sponsored by the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber …

HOUSTON, TX — Zachry Group announces that it has hired Rob Berra as President - Services Group. He joins the organization having over 33 years of industrial experience and supporting multiple companies. Berra will be responsible for the growth of the services business, including maintenance services, turnaround and specialty services, …

ATLANTA, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) Atlanta District announces that Daingerfield Maintenance Equipment Operator Elton Bolden is the recipient of a 2023 Extra Mile Award.

Bolden, an 18-year TxDOT veteran, was presented the award last month at the 97th Annual Transportation Short Course in College Station. …

AUSTIN, TX — K Friese + Associates (KFA), a Lochner company, announces that Shwetha Pandurangi, PE, CFM, has joined the firm as the Central Texas Water Practice Manager.

With more than two decades of experience in the project management and delivery of utility and infrastructure projects, Pandurangi will play …

COLLEGE STATION, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) promotes two Central Texas leaders: Kayla Titus, promoted to Regional Manager, and Hayden Tuley to Project Executive. Titus and Tuley lead project operations for the company’s special projects division, based in College Station, Texas.

“Kayla and Hayden have paved …

DALLAS-FORT WORTH, TX — KAI announces the hiring of Catherine Dalton, AIA, RID, LEED AP BD+C, as K-12 Market Leader at its Dallas-Fort Worth office.

In her new role, Dalton will lead KAI’s efforts to deliver innovative design solutions tailored to the needs of K-12 environments across the region, …

HOUSTON, TX — Sharath Vennavelly, a Construction Manager from Houston, has been honored with the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) - Distinguished Young Professional of the Year Award. This award recognizes professional achievements and commitment to the field of construction management.

CMAA is an organization that aims to …

HOUSTON, TX — VLK Architects announces the addition of David Valerius as Principal in the Houston office. Valerius joins VLK with more than 30 years of architectural experience in the educational and commercial sectors.

Valerius received his Bachelor of Architecture at Texas Tech University. Throughout his career, Valerius has been …

HOUSTON, TX — WSP, a global consulting firm specializing in engineering and environmental services, announces Jonathan Howard as the Water Business Lead and Atri Sen as the Water Growth Leader and Client Account Manager. These two newly appointed key leaders will help drive the water infrastructure initiatives across Texas. …

HOUSTON, TX — With 20 years of structural engineering and design experience and in-depth knowledge of the Houston area, Sarah Briscoe, PE, has been named Garver’s new Houston Structural Practice Leader.

“Sarah is exactly the person we’ve been looking for,” said Director of Buildings Services John Watkins. …

IRVING, TX — Caterpillar Inc. announces that Jason Kaiser, Senior Vice President of the Electric Power Division, has been appointed to Group President of the Energy & Transportation (E&T) segment.

In this role, Kaiser will have responsibility for the Rail Division, Solar Turbines, Large Power Systems Division, Industrial Power …

ODESSA, TX — Saulsbury Industries announces the appointment of Matt Saulsbury as Chief Executive Officer.

Saulsbury has been serving as President since his election by the Board of Directors in February 2023. He has been with Saulsbury for over 30 years and previously held the position of Vice President of …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) announces the hiring of Matt Heisel as its new Used Equipment Sales Manager. In his new position, Heisel will manage KSM’s used equipment sales team and be responsible for growing the heavy equipment distributor’s used equipment business, which operates throughout the United …

EL PASO, TX — Sundt Construction hires two engineers to support its efforts in El Paso, Texas.

Project Engineer Lucien Gautreau is assisting with procurement, scheduling, and project management at both the Eastwood Reservoir and Roberto R. Bustamante Wastewater Treatment Plant projects for El Paso Water. He brings 15 years …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces Charles Benavidez, PE has been selected as the San Antonio District Engineer. In his role as District Engineer, Benavidez will oversee the planning, designing, construction, operation, and maintenance of the state transportation system in 12 counties surrounding the greater …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — With the addition of Brent Millar, CCM, as Central Texas Construction Services Team Leader in San Antonio, Garver is further expanding its construction management and inspection services across Texas. In his role, Millar will provide expert CM&I services to a variety of clients across Texas. …

AUSTIN, TX — HNTB Corporation names Summer Lawton, PLA, ASLA, South Central Texas Office Leader and Vice President, overseeing offices in Austin, El Paso, Round Rock, and San Antonio. She succeeds former Office Leader Scott Haywood, who was appointed to HNTB Central Division President.

“As an accomplished leader …

CHICAGO, IL — Gilbane Building Company announces that Michael C. Brown, PE, has been named Regional President overseeing Gilbane’s growing Midwest and Texas regions. With nearly 30 years of experience in the construction industry, Brown began his career as a Project Superintendent and previously spent close to two decades …

DALLAS-FORT WORTH, TX — Texas Governor Greg Abbott has named KAI President Darren L. James, FAIA, NOMA as Chair of the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners, a multi-profession regulatory agency that oversees the examination, registration, and professional regulation of architects, interior designers, and landscape architects. Abbott originally appointed James to …

DALLAS, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) names Chief Financial Officer Malynda Dickinson, CPA, CCIFP, as Partner.

“Malynda is a forward-thinking, compassionate, and proactive leader with a mission to prioritize our people,” said Charles R. Myers, President and CEO of MYCON. “Her strategic initiatives, new profit …

DALLAS, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) promotes Ivy Pennington to Vice President of Operations.

“[Pennington's] steadfast leadership has been paramount in refining our processes and introducing initiatives focused on enriching career development, always with our extraordinary people — our MYCONIANs — at the forefront,” said Charles R. …

FORT WORTH, TX — Kimberly K. Cornett, PE, CFM, F. ASCE, with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) has been installed as the new President of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) - Texas Section. As President, Cornett will continue the organization’s emphasis on growth and professional …

HOUSTON, TX — Burns & McDonnell, an engineering, architecture, and construction firm, selects Jake Merriman to lead its Environmental Services Group for the South Central Region. Merriman, who also leads the firm’s Central Texas office in Austin, succeeds Mark Knaack who was appointed to a national role as General …

RICHARDSON, TX — Halff, a multidiscipline professional engineering firm, announces the appointment of Jessica Baker Daily as its President/Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2024. Baker Daily currently serves as Chief People Officer on the firm’s leadership team. She succeeds retiring CEO Mark Edwards, who concludes his tenure …

ATLANTA, GA — KAI Enterprises announces the hiring of Tracy Barlow, PMP, NICET-L2, as Vice President of its construction management division, 360 Construction Services (360 CS) at its Atlanta office.

With more than 37 years of industry experience, Barlow is a program director and management professional with a specific …

AUSTIN, TX — Mike Trimble joins HNTB as a Project Director in HNTB’s Austin office. Trimble brings more than 20 years of state and local government, public policy, and capital program management experience.

“We are thrilled to welcome Mike to our team. His demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse …

AUSTIN, TX — Sundt welcomes Darren Okruhlik as its new Area Manager in Austin, Texas. He will lead project pursuits and execution of work in the Austin area.

Okruhlik brings over 20 years of experience in the heavy highway/civil industry. He graduated with his degree in civil engineering from Texas …

DALLAS, TX — Jason Aboujeib, AIA, ACHA, NCARB, LEED AP, joins HDR as Health Principal in the Dallas architecture studio. In this position, Aboujeib expands HDR’s health practice leadership in the area and will work closely with project teams to help health care systems achieve their visions. He has …

DALLAS, TX — Ning Zhang has been named National Tolling Lead at WSP. In his new role as a Vice President with the firm, Zhang will be responsible for enhancing and reinforcing the firm’s growing range of toll industry services to new and existing clients.

“Ning brings a unique …

HOUSTON, TX — Burns & McDonnell, an employee-owned engineering, architecture, and construction firm, promotes Bryan Phillips to lead its Construction Group for the South Central Region headquartered in Houston. Phillips succeeds Jeff Allen, who was appointed to lead direct-hire initiatives nationally.

“We are excited to have Bryan lead …

PLATTEVILLE, WI — Austin Duehr, PE, ENV SP, is the 2023 University Outstanding Award recipient for the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Duehr is a Dallas-based project manager for Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN), a planning, engineering, and program management firm.

Duehr graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville with experience …

MANSFIELD, TX — Design-build commercial modular construction firm Ramtech Building Systems of Mansfield, Texas, announces that the company has added to its development team by welcoming industry veteran Victor Montano to serve in the company's estimating department.

Montano brings to Ramtech a background in project estimating and in the managing …

ABILENE, TX — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) promotes Justin Ashlock as its new Sales and Operations Manager in Abilene, Texas. His responsibilities will include overseeing Abilene’s sales team, building and growing customer relationships, and supporting the rental, parts, and service departments for the branch. Ashlock had previously served as a …

AUSTIN, TX — In his 37 years in the transportation industry, Scott Wallace has led design, construction, contracting, the repair of bridges and transportation structures, as well as full highway and bridge projects. His career contains project highlights that include acting as the Manager of Projects for the client relationship …

AUSTIN, TX — Braun Intertec announces the addition of Denton Kort, PE to its leadership team as Vice President of Service Delivery and Texas Engineering and Testing. Kort brings more than 25 years of engineering experience to the 100% employee-owned geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and testing firm.

“I am excited …

AUSTIN, TX — HNTB’s Scott Haywood, Central Division President, has been appointed by City of Austin Mayor Kirk Watson and Travis County Judge Andy Brown to a newly formed Mobility and Infrastructure Leadership Group. In partnership with Workforce Solutions Capital Area, Austin Transit Partnership, and CapMetro, the city …

AUSTIN, TX — Stephanie Messerli has been named Texas Transportation Leader and a Senior Vice President at WSP USA. As the Transportation Leader for Texas, she will be responsible for managing operations, overseeing project delivery, and growing and diversifying the firm’s multi-disciplinary transportation portfolio in Texas.

“Stephanie is uniquely …

BURLESON, TX — After a summer of regional competitions, Terex Equipment Services announces the champion of its national technician competition. First place winner Jorge Rocha, from the Terex Service Center in Burleson, Texas, said that being open minded and ready to learn new things is essential to a successful …

COLLEGE STATION, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) promotes Rick Dubec, Partner and Vice President, to Senior Vice President. As Senior Vice President, Dubec is responsible for leading the continued growth of MYCON’s Central Texas and Arizona offices, as well as the firm’s special projects and distribution …

DALLAS-FORT WORTH, TX — Travis Walker joins McCownGordon, a construction management firm, as a Business Development Manager in its DFW office. He joins the firm after 10 years of professional experience in the DFW area, specifically in the public sector.

“It’s great to add another talented business development professional …

DALLAS, TX — Frank Raha has been named HNTB’s Government Relations Officer and Vice President. In his new role, Raha will lead the development and execution of the firm’s national government relations strategies, as well as foster continuous relationships with clients’ organizations and elected officials at the federal, state, …

DALLAS, TX — Joseph Pobiner joins NELSON as Regional Practice Leader, Mixed-Use. Pobiner will work closely with national leadership to expand the firm’s Mixed-Use practice with a focus on the Texas and Southwest markets. Additionally, Pobiner will serve as a firmwide planning and urban design resource.

Throughout his career, Pobiner …

DALLAS, TX — KAI announces the promotion of Derwin Broughton, AIA, NOMA, NCARB, WELL AP to Vice President.

Broughton is a Vice President and Principal for KAI, where he is accountable for business development and client relations for each of the firm’s business units: Design, Engineering, Build, and 360 Construction …

DALLAS, TX — LPA Design Studios has expanded its Texas leadership team with the addition of John Hoenig as Managing Director of Structural Engineering. Based in Dallas, Hoenig will lead LPA’s structural engineering efforts throughout Texas, working within LPA’s integrated design practice. Hoenig brings more than two decades of structural …

HOUSTON, TX — Garver announces the addition of Dylan Christenson, Ph.D., P.E., to its team as the Texas Wastewater Treatment Business Development Leader. Christenson brings with him extensive experience in wastewater process modeling, and treatment plant and process design optimization.

"Dylan's vast experience in water resource recovery facilities and …

MADISON, WI — Jennifer Gagnier joins WSP, an engineering, environment, and professional services consultancy, as Senior Vice President of Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) for the U.S.

In her new executive leadership role, Gagnier is accountable for the strategic direction, development, and management of all HSEQ frameworks, metrics, …

NEW BRAUNFELS, TX — The Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) announces William G. “Bill” Hasbrook, Jr., MEMS, TCFM, FDBIA, as the recipient of the 2023 Brunelleschi Lifetime Achievement Award. With more than 40 years of service to the understanding, advancement, and effective use of design-build, Hasbrook has left a …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) announces the promotion of Gavin Cole to Executive Vice President, Sales. Cole will now lead KSM’s commercial efforts across all segments of the business. He had previously served as Vice President of Sales, where he supported the sales efforts of Komatsu construction …

FRISCO, TX — Garver's Texas Construction Services Director of Operations Dakota Zimmerman, PE, and Aviation Project Manager Ken Rutabana, PE, have been selected to be part of the 2023 ACEC Texas Leadership Academy. They join a cohort of 35 of their peers who will develop leadership skills, …

ODESSA, TX — Saulsbury Industries names Wayne Finger as Vice President of Human Resources. Finger is an experienced HR professional with an background in all aspects of the function and will be responsible for developing and overseeing HR strategies and initiatives.

Finger has over 35 years of experience in the …

AMARILLO, TX — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) announces the promotions of Nick Crossley and Cody Christopher as Regional Product Support Sales Managers for the heavy equipment distributor. The promotions occurred earlier this year ahead of the transition of David Kellerstrass to Vice President of Product Support, who previously was responsible …

AUSTIN, TX — Architect Michele L. Van Hyfte, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, known for her expertise in sustainable and resilient design, joins HOK as the Regional Sustainability Leader for Texas and a firmwide leader in resiliency.

With over 25 years of professional experience, Van Hyfte brings a combination of …

AUSTIN, TX — Responding to ongoing growth and a robust U.S. transportation market, HNTB Corporation announces Scott Haywood as Central Division President and Senior Vice President.

“Under the leadership of Scott, ... HNTB will further strengthen partnerships with clients and communities in the Central ... Division," said Rob Slimp, PE …

AUSTIN, TX — K Friese + Associates (KFA), a Lochner company, announces the newest member of its expanding team in Texas, Heather Reavey, PE. Bringing more than 30 years of experience, Reavey has expertise in cultivating client relationships, driving business development, and executing major infrastructure projects and programs, which …

DALLAS-FORT WORTH, TX — KAI Enterprises announces the hiring of Miguel Zamora III as Senior Marketing Coordinator at its Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, office.

Zamora will oversee company events, promotional materials, awards, content marketing, proposal submissions, and more in KAI’s Dallas-Fort Worth office. His areas of expertise include interpersonal communication, consumer …

DALLAS/FORT WORTH, TX — Skanska announces the promotion of Todd Reeves to Vice President – Account Manager in North Texas. As a leader in North Texas construction, Reeves is instrumental in the development of some of DFW’s most innovative projects that will support the area’s exponential growth.

Reeves began his …

DALLAS, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) promotes Jason Meuth, CRRP to Vice President. He has held the role of Project Director with heavy involvement in MYCON’s retail projects. As Vice President, Meuth will put an emphasis on his focus of the retail market, find new opportunities, and …

DALLAS, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) welcomes Bill McDonnell as Vice President of Operations. In this role, McDonnell will oversee efforts to improve operational performance by fostering personnel development, enhancing training, and mentoring programs, streamlining operations from office to field, and maximizing efficiencies, quality, and safety.

“Bill …

EL PASO, TX — Jorge Martinez, PE, PTOE, CNU-A, joins HNTB Corporation as a Senior Project Manager in HNTB’s El Paso office. With his experience and expertise in managing complex projects, Martinez brings a wealth of knowledge to further strengthen HNTB.

“We are thrilled to welcome Jorge to the …

HOUSTON, TX — Burns & McDonnell announces the appointment of Noe Saenz to Leader of its program management group in Houston. The promotion will empower Burns & McDonnell to expand its program management offerings to energy providers throughout Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana.

Saenz has an understanding of complex programs and …

HOUSTON, TX — Burns & McDonnell selects Woody McOmber to lead its Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Group for the South Central Region headquartered in Houston, Texas. McOmber succeeds Allen Xi, who was recently appointed General Manager for the region.

“We are excited to have Woody lead our region’s Transmission …

HOUSTON, TX — Craig Hester, P.E., joins planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as Executive Advisor for the Transportation Business Group.

Hester has more than 40 years of experience in company organizational leadership, preliminary engineering, and final design of multi-faceted transportation projects in …

HOUSTON, TX — Eric Ford joins planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews and Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as Program Manager for K-12 where he will be responsible for the management of planning, design, and construction administration services for LAN's most critical bond programs.

Ford joins LAN with nearly 20 …

HOUSTON, TX — Jon Holler joins HNTB as a Project Director in HNTB’s Houston office. With more than 25 years of industry experience, Holler brings significant leadership experience and an expertise in transit maintenance facility design.

“We are excited to welcome Jon to our team,” said Mike Voinis, PE, …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Page Southerland Page, Inc. (Page), a multidisciplinary architectural and engineering firm, is formalizing its long-standing presence in San Antonio, Texas. With a history of working on significant projects in San Antonio and the surrounding region, Page is establishing a presence to serve its clients and the …

TEMPE, AZ — Sundt Construction promotes longtime employee-owner Stephen Bradford to the role of Senior Vice President and District Manager overseeing municipal water and wastewater projects in Texas.

“Steve’s experience in the field and his years in the office as a leader of our preconstruction team has given him a …

AUSTIN, TX — Following the introduction of skid steer and compact track loaders, along with updates across its compact excavator lineup earlier this year at CONEXPO-CON/AGG, HD Hyundai Construction Equipment North America announces the formation of a new team dedicated to Hyundai compact equipment sales and support.

Hyundai has hired …

DALLAS-FORT WORTH, TX — KAI announces the hiring of Mark Talbot, AIA, LEED AP, as Senior Project Manager at its Dallas-Fort Worth office.

As a Senior Project Manager, Talbot acts as the primary point of contact and liaison between the client and design team. He is responsible for the …

DALLAS, TX — Michael Kardokus joins Burns & McDonnell as Leader for the firm’s Construction Group in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Within his 17-year career, Kardokus has acquired extensive experience across various project types, including semiconductors, data centers, health care facilities, central plants, food processing plants, industrial manufacturing, and transportation. …

DALLAS, TX — Michele Wong Krause, Chair of the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Board of Directors, was unanimously approved by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) Board of Directors to fill the role of APTA Vice Chair at a recent meeting at the Rail Conference in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. …

DALLAS, TX — Pacific Program Management (PPM) announces the promotion of Guy Faretra to National Director, Delivery Services for the firm's national high-tech online retail client. Reporting to Bri Zajac, who was recently promoted to Senior Director for the account, Faretra will be responsible for leading and setting the …

FORT WORTH, TX — The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) announces Scott West, Commissioning + Energy Team Lead for HFA Architecture & Engineering, as the recipient of a Distinguished Service Award.

The Fort Worth-based mechanical engineer received the award at the society's 2023 annual …

HOUSTON, TX — Senior Associate Christine Kirby, PE, ENV SP, with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN), has been chosen to lead two committees for the American Water Works Association (AWWA). Kirby is the new Chairperson for the Committee on Protective Interior Coatings for Valves and Hydrants within the …

HOUSTON, TX — Allen Xi, Senior Vice President, has been promoted to General Manager for Burns & McDonnell in Houston, Texas. In this role, Xi will lead a workforce of more than 800 professionals in the Southcentral region, who provide engineering, procurement, construction, and consulting services to clients in …

MCKINNEY, TX — Prinoth announces the appointment of Jody Beasley to the position of Vice President of Sales and Marketing for the Crawler Carrier business unit, effective immediately.

Beasley comes to Prinoth with a wealth of experience in the field of sales as well as a background in the construction …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) promotes Kris Phillips as its new General Manager, Pipeline Group. He will lead KSM’s efforts to fully support the equipment needs of pipeline contractors operating in the mainline, regional, and local pipeline construction industries. Phillips previously served KSM as a Major Account …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Samantha Solorio joins planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as a Program Manager.

Based in the San Antonio office, Solorio’s work supports LAN’s collaboration with the Alamo Colleges District. LAN is overseeing a renovation program that includes upgrades to 65 …

TAMPA, FL — Stantec hires Paula Gartner to lead its transportation business in the Gulf Coast region. Gartner brings more than 30 years of engineering consulting experience to the role. She will be responsible for managing and growing Stantec’s transportation business in the region, including two of the firm’s largest …

MIDLAND, TX — SAM announces the promotion of Bentley Shafer, RPLS, to Operations Manager. Shafer will manage operations in the Midland, Texas office, collaborating with other leadership team members across the company to ensure the continued growth and success, as well as support SAM’s long-term strategic vision.

“We are …

SCHAUMBURG, IL — Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) announces the addition of Nichole Stoltz as Senior Regional Manager. Stoltz is replacing Jonathan Porter, who has been promoted to Manager of Government Affairs and is now joining the AED government affairs team headquartered in Washington, D.C.

Stoltz is a graduate of …

AUSTIN, TX — BOMAG Americas announces a new National Accounts Manager plus a recent addition to its regional rental sales manager (RSM) team. Having a sales manager dedicated to national and larger regional rental chains plus RSMs serving smaller territories allows BOMAG to enhance the level of sales support it …

Dallas, TX — Clune Construction (Clune) announces the promotion of two leaders in its Dallas office to executive-level positions. Kevin Morris has been promoted to Vice President, General Manager and Tyler Stevenson has been promoted to Vice President, Project Executive.

“Kevin and Tyler have both committed their professional lives to …

DALLAS, TX — KAI announces the hiring of Jason Keung, AIA, NCARB, NCIDQ, as Project Manager at its Dallas-Fort Worth office.

With more than 15 years of industry experience, Keung has engaged in a diverse range of projects, clients, environments, and challenges within the architectural and construction industries. His …

DALLAS, TX — Ware Malcomb announces Chris Mavros has been promoted to Principal in the firm’s Dallas office. In this role, Mavros is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and growth of the office, including overseeing client relationships and business development.

“Chris played an integral role in our growth in …

FORT WORTH, TX — Western Specialty Contractors announces the hiring of Ashton House of Fort Worth, Texas, as Regional Business Development Manager/Region 2 covering Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. In her new role, House is tasked with supporting the sales staff and developing business for Western’s branch offices in Dallas, Houston, …

HOUSTON, TX — Austin Duehr, PE, ENV SP, was recently named the Texas Society of Professional Engineers (TSPE) Outstanding Young Engineer of the Year. He received the award during this year’s TSPE Conference and 87th Annual Meeting at the Sheraton Arlington Hotel. Duehr is a Dallas-based project manager for …

HOUSTON, TX — Sharyn LaCombe, AICP, ENV-SP, joins HNTB Corporation as the Planning and Environmental Department Manager in HNTB’s Houston office. With over 30 years of experience in both public and private sectors, LaCombe has demonstrated her expertise in advancing major infrastructure projects and programs involving multimodal transportation modes …

HOUSTON, TX — With the recent addition of Brian Greathouse, PE, as a Transportation Team Leader in Houston, Garver continues to strengthen its impact in Texas.

Greathouse comes to Garver with over 20 years of experience in civil engineering management and design, floodplain studies, inundation mapping, hydrologic and hydraulic …

RICHARDSON, TX — Steven J. Miller, PE, has been named Chief Strategy Officer for Halff. Miller, who previously served as the Mobility Solutions Leader for the firm, replaces retiring CSO Russell Zapalac.

Miller will lead all strategic initiatives for the firm, integrating Halff’s Solutions, Marketing, and Client …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — VLK Architects announces Michael Martinez has joined the firm as Principal in VLK’s San Antonio office. With nearly 40 years of architectural experience and 23 years in K-12 architecture, Martinez brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to VLK's team of professionals. Throughout his career, Martinez …

AUSTIN, TX — National civil engineering and surveying firm Manhard Consulting has acquired an Austin-area surveying firm Abram Dashner RPLS LLC. This acquisition represents Manhard’s second office in Austin. Both offices will work closely together to provide clients in the greater Austin area the full range of engineering and …

AUSTIN, TX — Professional Engineer Sam Talje has been promoted to lead Woolpert’s South Region, where he will direct the firm’s water and transportation strategy for the Texas market. Talje has more than three decades of civil engineering design, construction project, program management, leadership, and budget planning experience, both …

AUSTIN, TX — Jill Stewart joins Pfluger Architects, stepping into the role of Senior Project Manager in the Austin office. She brings a wide range of experience to the team, along with leadership, communication, and team-building skills.

After graduating from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Environmental Design, …

AUSTIN, TX — Markus Neubauer, PE, joins planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as a Senior Associate and Team Leader for the Transportation Group based in the Austin office. Neubauer has more than 14 years of experience in transportation design, project management, and …

AUSTIN, TX — Pfluger Architects introduces Cody Cunningham as Director of Communications and Community Engagement. Cunningham has extensive experience in both corporate and school communications.

Cunningham earned his Bachelor of Arts in speech communications from Texas A&M University and his Master of Science in communication studies from the University of …

DALLAS, TX — Construction professional Cara Arnold joins Structure Tone Southwest as the new Director of Business Development.

With over 20 years as a business and relationship development professional, Arnold has developed trust-based, C-level relationships and long-term collaborative partnerships across the Texas market’s real estate, energy, financial services, and health …

DALLAS, TX — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) promotes Matt White to General Manager of Road and Mineral Products. White brings over 13 years combined OEM and distributor experience to the role for road construction and crushing/screening equipment. He will be responsible for managing the Wirtgen Group family of products (Wirtgen, …

DALLAS, TX — Tangram, a curator of highly creative commercial interior environments headquartered in Southern California, announces that it has added two new team members to its growing technology team in the new regional headquarters in Dallas, Texas.

Scott Birdsong joins Tangram's Dallas technology team as the Regional Operations …

DALLAS, TX — TDIndustries, Inc. (TD) announces that Harold MacDowell has decided to retire at the end of 2023 from his position as Chief Executive Officer as part of TD's succession plan. The selection process for a successor has started and MacDowell will remain CEO until an appointment is made. …

HOUSTON, TX — Leslie Duke has been named the new CEO of Burns & McDonnell, effective January 1, 2024. In March, current Burns & McDonnell Chairman and CEO Ray Kowalik announced his retirement at the end of 2023, coming off a record-breaking year for the firm. Duke will be …

HOUSTON, TX — Manhattan Construction Company announces the addition of David Ladewig as Director of Business Development for the Houston region. Ladewig will be responsible for strengthening relationships, overseeing new business acquisitions, and strategic account management.

“His professionalism, integrity, and knowledge of the markets we serve make him the ideal …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) announces several changes to its marketing department. Cody Ward, Director of Strategy, Marketing, and M&A for KSM said that expanding the breadth and capabilities of the marketing team is essential to supporting the heavy equipment distributor’s current and future growth.

“This …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) promotes David Kellerstrass to Vice President of Product Support. Kellerstrass, who joined KSM in 2019, had previously served as General Manager of Product Support Sales. With the retirement of former Vice President Brad Campbell, he now takes over the leadership of …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — The Underground Construction Technology Association's (UCTA) South Texas Chapter announces the appointment of Elaiza Alvarez, PE, CFM as its new President. Alvarez is a Senior Associate and Municipal Team Leader with Lockwood, Andrews and Newnam Inc. (LAN). An engineer based in LAN’s San Antonio office, …

AUSTIN, TX — Governor Greg Abbott appoints Alejandro “Alex” G. Meade, III and Steven D. Alvis to the Texas Transportation Commission for terms set to expire on February 1, 2025, and February 1, 2029, respectively. The commission governs the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and is responsible for policymaking regarding …

AUSTIN, TX — WSP USA hires Joseph Black to join its national Transit and Rail business as Senior Vice President and lead for the rail operations and service planning team.

Black has more than 30 years of experience in rail and bus operations in the U.S., having worked for agencies …

DALLAS, TX — Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) announces that Matt Terry, Executive Vice President for TDIndustries, Dallas, Texas, received ABC’s 2023 Young Professional of the Year Award during the ABC Convention 2023 in Orlando, Florida.

The Young Professional of the Year is an industry professional under the …

DALLAS, TX — Dan Phillips joins HOK’s Sports + Recreation + Entertainment practice as a Principal and Senior Project Designer. Based in Dallas, Phillips brings more than three decades of experience designing stadiums, ballparks, arenas, and training facilities across the globe.

“Dan is known for his ability to bring …

DALLAS, TX — Mohr Partners, Inc., a wholly-owned corporate real estate advisory firm, has promoted long-time company veteran Misti Meggs to the newly created role of Chief Commercial Officer.

In her expanded role, Meggs will be responsible for overseeing the delivery and execution of corporate real estate solutions to …

MANSFIELD, TX — Design-Build commercial modular construction firm Ramtech Building Systems of Mansfield, Texas, announces that the company has added to its development team by welcoming industry veteran Brian Wier to serve in the company's estimating department.

Wier brings to Ramtech a broad background in project estimating, and in the …

ODESSA, TX — Saulsbury Industries announces executive leadership changes with Chat York, CEO, stating his departure from the company. York joined Saulsbury in 2015 as Chief Financial Officer, serving in this role until his appointment as CEO in 2018. By leveraging the core strengths that Saulsbury has developed over …

DALLAS, TX — TDIndustries, premier facilities service and mechanical construction firm, announced today that Matt Terry, executive vice president of Construction and Special Projects, received the Associated Builders and Contractor’s (ABC) 2023 Young Professional of the Year Award. Terry was honored at the ABC Convention 2023 in …

HOUSTON, TX — Mark A. Gehringer, P.E., has been named President of R. G. Miller | DCCM, a Houston- based civil engineering firm providing a range of infrastructure services to both public and private sector clients in Texas. Jack P. Miller, P.E., previously President and Managing Principal …

HOUSTON, TX — TNT Crane & Rigging LLC (TNT), an open-shop crane services platform, announces that its Board of Directors has appointed Mark Irion as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Irion succeeds Mike Appling, who has served as TNT's CEO since 2007.

Irion, an executive with nearly …

AUSTIN, TX — W.D. “Dee” Hilton Jr. recently received the Texas Department of Transportation's 2023 Road Hand Award at the annual Texas Transportation Forum. Considered one of TxDOT’s highest honors, the Road Hand Award was created in 1973 and is given to those who support and have led major …

COLLEGE STATION, TX — Tim Lomax never expected his career would involve so much talking.

In fact, the longtime transportation researcher freely admits that he became an engineer because he was good at math and not so good with people. But in his 40-plus years with the Texas A&M Transportation …

DALLAS, TX — LPA Design Studios hires veteran Dallas design leader D. Alex John, Jr. as an Associate Principal and Design Director of the firm's growing Dallas commercial studio. In his new role, John will lead design teams on a wide range of projects, including commercial, science and technology, civic …

DALLAS, TX — LPA Design Studios Project Manager Brien Graham has earned the national 2023 Young Architect Award from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) in recognition of his work improving communities and creating a more equitable profession.

The Young Architect Award is the industry's highest honor for emerging architects, …

DALLAS, TX — Primoris Services Corporation (Primoris) announces that Colt Moedl has joined the company as President of its Utilities business segment. Moedl has over 20 years of experience in the utility construction industry, during which he has overseen the delivery of large-scale projects for prominent power delivery and energy …

DALLAS, TX — Sundt Construction recently hired one and promoted two to support its Transportation group at its Irving, Texas, office. Jackie Barnes was hired as a Senior Estimator, and Michaela Givan and Nick Shumate were promoted to Lead Estimator and Preconstruction Project Manager, respectively.

Barnes previously worked as a …

FORT WORTH, TX — Freese and Nichols, Inc., hires Cheryl Robitzsch, PE, DBIA to head its Design-Build team as the company helps communities complete vital infrastructure projects through innovative and collaborative partnerships.

Robitzsch has 36 years of design and management experience as a Consulting Engineer, Construction Contractor, and Public …

FORT WORTH, TX — VLK Architects announces Principal Lauren Brown has been named 2023 Co-Chair for the Texas Society of Architects School Safety Work Group.

Created in response to the 2018 Santa Fe High School shooting, the committee works to address several issues identified by state leaders as immediate needs …

FORT WORTH, TX — The Fort Worth Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA Fort Worth) celebrated the 2022 Honor Awards. These annual awards are given to various members, projects, individuals, and groups for their outstanding achievement and exemplary services to their communities. VLK Architects announces Lee Hill as …

HOUSTON, TX — Greg Baker, CEO/President of JD Martin announces that Russ Crawford has been promoted to Vice President of Contractor Sales, effective immediately.

With more than 52 years of business and industry experience, Russ is a nationally recognized electrical industry expert and technical partner. Crawford has been leading …

HOUSTON, TX — Mark Ingram, PE, joins HNTB Corporation as a Vice President and Project Director in HNTB’s Houston office. Ingram brings more than 30 years of traffic and transportation engineering and planning experience for projects in Houston and the surrounding region.

“Mark brings an impressive level of leadership, …

HOUSTON, TX — Mike Vellano, CEO of the Vortex Companies announces the promotion of Ryan Graham to Senior Vice President of Services. "Ryan has been here since our founding in 2015 and has excelled in every position and challenge put in front of him," Vellano said. "This new role …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Mohammadreza Gholikhani, Ph.D., PE, joins planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews and Newnam Inc. (LAN) as a Project Engineer for the Municipal team. Based in the San Antonio office, Gholikhani will serve as Lead Design Engineer for municipal transportation projects throughout Central Texas. …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Overland Partners announces that Sebastian Ortiz has joined the company as Vice President of Business Operations. The El Salvador native has more than 20 years of experience in the strategic growth and optimization of organizations, ranging from entrepreneurial start-ups to large corporations, and has a track …

FORT WORTH, TX — BGE, Inc. announces that Ross Melton, PE, has joined the firm’s Fort Worth office as Senior Project Manager in the Land/Site Development department.

Melton comes to BGE with more than 20 years of experience leading design, permitting, and project management efforts to provide cost-effective solutions …

ARLINGTON, TX — Vector Structural Engineering announces that it is opening a new office in Arlington, Texas, to expand its presence in Texas and to help employees achieve their career goals. Scott Van Hoose will lead the charge in this new location, and he was largely responsible for its opening. …

AUSTIN, TX — Gensler announces the promotions of John Houser, RA; Travis Albrecht, AIA, LEED AP, SEED Certified, RA; Michael Rey, AIA, NCARB; Ken Wiesehuegel, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP ID+C; Todd MacPherson, AIA, LEED AP; and Vince Flickinger, RID, IIDA, LEED AP BD+C throughout the …

AUSTIN, TX — VLK Architects announces Barry Nebhut has joined the firm’s Austin office as Principal. In this role, Nebhut oversees select clients in the greater Central Texas area. With his vast experience in the K-12 sector, Nebhut has managed more than $1 billion in educational facility projects throughout his …

BRYAN, TX — Two senior researchers from the Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) have been designated Regents Fellows by The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents for 2022–2023. Established in 1988, the award recognizes and honors service, extension, and research professionals who have provided exemplary professional service to society …

DALLAS, TX — Following its previously announced leadership succession plan, Jacobs confirms Bob Pragada has been named Chief Executive Officer. He is expected to join the company's Board of Directors upon certification of the results of its Annual Meeting.

Pragada brings more than 30 years of global business leadership and …

DALLAS, TX — Austin Duehr, PE, ENV SP, has been named the Young Engineer of the Year by the Texas Society of Professional Engineers - Preston Trail Chapter. Duehr is a Dallas-based project manager for Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., a planning, engineering, and program management firm. …

DALLAS, TX — Jacobs, announces that Claudia Jaramillo, currently the company's Executive Vice President, Strategy and Corporate Development, will succeed Kevin Berryman as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective August 14, 2023. At that time, Berryman will serve as Special Advisor to Jacobs Chief Executive Officer, …

DALLAS, TX — McCownGordon Construction, a construction management firm, recently added Gale Roberge, Senior Director of Preconstruction, to its team in Dallas-Fort Worth. She brings more than three decades of construction management experience to the firm. Her addition further expands the company’s presence in the DFW market and …

DENTON, TX — The Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) announces the arrival of four leaders for the agency. Maurice Bell joins the organization as Chief Operating Officer, and Sherrelle Evans-Jones is now on board as Chief Financial Officer. In addition, DCTA has brought on Bracey Goodwin IV as Director of …

FORT WORTH, TX — Marc Jennings, an architect with experience in construction and development, joins HFA Architects & Engineers as Vice President of Logistics.

The industrial-sector expert leads HFA's Fort Worth studio and spearheads growth of the company's industrial and logistics programs, which include electrical, refrigeration, fire-protection, civil engineering, …

HOUSTON, TX — Lars Zetterstrom, PE, has been sworn in as the new President of the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Houston/Galveston Post. A professional engineering organization, SAME promotes the advancement of technical knowledge and fosters collaboration between government and industry on infrastructure solutions.

A member of …

HOUSTON, TX — METRO's longest serving President & CEO Tom Lambert announces plans to retire from the agency at the end of this year. Lambert began serving as President & CEO in 2013.

During that time, Lambert has led a team of more than 4,000 working each day to …

HOUSTON, TX — Michael Baker International announces that HoJin Lim, P.E., CFM, has joined the firm as Office Manager of its Houston, Texas, office. In this role, Lim will lead the office by managing and overseeing all office personnel and business activities provided by Michael Baker in the Houston …

HOUSTON, TX — Raleigh Sullivan joins Pfluger Architects as Managing Principal of the firm’s Houston office. A graduate of Auburn University and Texas native, he brings over 16 years of experience in education, civic, and commercial architecture.

Over the course of his career, Raleigh has learned that working with people …

HOUSTON, TX — Vogler & Spencer Engineering, Inc. (VSE) announces that Taylor Reed, P.E., has been named the newest partner at the firm.

Reed joins Jeffrey Vogler, P.E., Erik Spencer, P.E., and Ryan Vogler, P.E. as Partners of Vogler & Spencer Engineering. Reed has been on the …

KATY, TX — Takeuchi-US names Austin Wells as its new Southwest Regional Business Manager.

Wells will manage all sales activity in the Southwest region, which includes Texas, New Mexico, and Colorado. His duties will include dealer development and recruitment, inventory control, forecasting, promotions, sales planning, and goal setting within that …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Overland Partners, a Texas-based architecture and urban design firm, appoints Adam Bush, AIA, as their new President. Bush, who recently celebrated 16 years with the firm serving as Principal and Director of Overland's Education practice, will lead Overland into the future, transitioning from a …

HOUSTON, TX — Hunter announces Jose Barragan as the international blast-resistant building firm’s new Vice President of Special Projects. In his role, Barragan will provide support and conduct long-range planning for the organization’s estimating and design efforts, implementing solutions and procedures for various divisions within Hunter.

Barragan brings more than …

HOUSTON, TX — The Houston Mayor and the City Council have appointed Mackrena L. Ramos, PE to the City Park Redevelopment Authority and Tax Reinvestment Zone #12 Board of Directors. Ramos is a Vice President with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN), a planning, engineering, and program management firm …

ARLINGTON, TX — Dade Duke is one of eight new Vice Presidents named recently by Neel-Schaffer, Inc., an engineering, planning, and construction management firm with offices or major projects underway across nine Southeastern states.

Duke serves as a Senior Data Manager for True North Emergency Management, a Neel-Schaffer …

BROWNWOOD, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) appoints Greg Cedillo, P.E. as the Brownwood District Engineer.

Cedillo began his career with TxDOT in 1999 after graduating from Texas Tech University. He served as an Engineering Assistant in the Lubbock District until 2002 when he transferred to the Wichita …

CHICAGO, IL — Joe Willhite has been promoted to Central Region President at WSP USA, an engineering, environment, and professional services consultancy. Willhite succeeds Rebecca Nolan, who recently assumed the role of WSP USA Chief Development Officer.

As Central Region President, Willhite is responsible for growth and oversight …

DALLAS, TX — DPR Construction, a technical builder, announces it has appointed Angela Floyd as the company's Chief Financial Officer. Floyd has nearly two decades of experience as a seasoned strategist — providing oversight of financial services, financial reporting and analysis, tax, treasury, and internal audit functions.

In her …

FT. WORTH, TX — VLK Architects announces Stephen Olson has joined the firm as Practice Technology Director. In this role, Olson will be responsible for managing design technology for the entire firm and leading the firm in innovation and management of hardware and software solutions.

“Stephen brings a wealth of …

HOUSTON, TX — A transformational leader in the Texas transportation industry for more than 45 years, Barry Goodman was inducted into the Texas Transportation Hall of Honor at a reception at the Omni Houston Hotel. He was recognized for his decades-long career of building effective partnerships to develop, fund, and …

IRVING, TX — Caterpillar Inc. announces that Lou Balmer-Millar, Ph.D. will assume responsibility for the Chief Sustainability Officer role in addition to her current responsibility as Senior Vice President of the Large Power Systems Division within the Energy and Transportation segment. Balmer-Millar succeeds Julie Lagacy, who was Caterpillar's first …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Vahid Zarezadeh, Ph.D., PE, CFM, joins planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews and Newnam Inc. (LAN) as a Project Manager for the stormwater practice. Based in the San Antonio office, Zarezadeh will serve as the technical manager in drainage concepts and principles.

Zarezadeh, …

WATERTOWN, SD — Terex Utilities announces that Nick Cammisa has been promoted to Senior Director of Services, and will now lead the Terex Services team.

“Nick brings well-rounded experience to his role as Senior Director of Services from branch management, sales, and strategic account management, and is positioned to lead …

AUSTIN, TX — HOK is increasing its presence in Texas by opening a new office in Austin. Led by longtime Austinites Vanessa Rabe, AIA, RID, LEED AP, and George Blume, AIA, IIDA, NCARB, the office will support current clients such as the Texas Facilities Commission with the new …

DALLAS, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) promotes Justin Jeffus to Executive Vice President. Jeffus, a partner of the firm, is committed to operational excellence through leading, developing, and equipping people to support MYCON’s long-term vision. By employing imaginative and logical thought to situations, Jeffus has been instrumental …

DALLAS, TX — Dallas-Based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) welcomes Jacob Wadlington, who will serve as Vice President of Business Development. Wadlington will be responsible for generating commercial construction opportunities and creating and cultivating partnerships with clients and industry peers committed to long-term relationships.

“Jacob is a natural leader, …

DALLAS, TX — KAI announces the promotion of H. John Vetter II, PE to Principal - Electrical Engineering at its Dallas-Fort Worth office. KAI hired Vetter in September 2021 to the new position of National Electrical Engineering Subject Matter Expert.

In his expanded role, Vetter will collaborate with Charles Keefer, …

DALLAS, TX — Mbroh Engineering continues to grow with many new technical and leadership additions in offices across Dallas and Houston. New leadership team member Sara DeMark has joined the firm’s Dallas office as Chief Administrative Officer, and new employees Rijo Rajan (Dallas) and Dick McAdams and Jeff Lai (Houston) …

DALLAS, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. announces the formation of a civil business unit for the company’s Southern Region. Jeromy Shaw, Senior Vice President of Operations, leads the Civil Business Unit, focusing on clients in transportation, rail, aviation, renewables, water, and commercial markets.

“Texas, and the region, continues …

EL PASO, TX — HNTB, an infrastructure solutions firm, has signed a lease for a new office space in downtown El Paso to accommodate current and future growth of staff. The firm is currently building out a 4,200-square-foot office located in the WestStar Tower at Hunt Plaza.

"We are …

GEORGETOWN, TX — Three team members at Novak Commercial Construction have been promoted to new leadership roles as part of a restructuring effort due to significant growth during recent years.

Justin McDaniel, a Senior Project Manager, will serve as Director of Retail Construction. McDaniel has 30 years of construction …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Engineering consulting and project management firm Raba Kistner announces its expansion in the Gulf Coast region. Gabriel Ornelas, Jr., PE, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the company’s engineering consultant's division, is leading the expansion.

Industry leaders have joined the firm during the …

ATLANTA, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces that Christina Trowler, P.E. has been selected as the new Director of Transportation Operations for the Atlanta District.

In her new position, Trowler will oversee traffic operations in Bowie, Camp, Cass, Harrison, Marion, Morris, Panola, Titus, and Upshur counties. This …

COLLEGE STATION, TX — Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) El Paso District Deputy District Engineer Eddie Valtier, P.E., was recognized with the Dewitt C. Greer Award. The recognition is awarded to one recipient every year and is one of the Big 5 Awards presented by TxDOT and administered by …

DALLAS, TX — KAI announces the hiring of James Lawrence, AIA, LEED AP as Senior Project Manager at its Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas office. As a Senior Project Manager, Lawrence is responsible for overall project profitability and customer satisfaction. He also manages owner relations and oversees subcontractor and KAI personnel performance. …

DALLAS, TX — KAI announces the hiring of Kate Pertzsch, RID, NCIDQ as Senior Interior Designer at its Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, office.

Pertzsch is a designer, leader, and facilitator with more than 26 years of diverse professional design experience. Her expertise is in the integration of architecture, planning, and aesthetics …

DALLAS, TX — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) hires Dennis Cox as its new Director of Smart Construction. Cox will be responsible for KSM’s strategy and growth initiatives related to Komatsu Smart Construction, including both the intelligent Machine Control line and Komatsu’s related suite of products, services, and digital solutions that …

FORT WORTH, TX — Kimberly Cornett, PE, CFM, F.ASCE, and Kedrick Wright join planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as the Regional Stormwater Manager and Program Manager, respectively.

HOUSTON, TX — BGE, Inc. announces that Ali MacLeod, Ph.D., has joined the firm’s Houston office as Director, Environmental Services.

MacLeod has more than 26 years of building and leading teams for environmental assessment and remediation projects. Her expertise includes client advocacy, client management, stakeholder engagement, strategic funding and …

HOUSTON, TX — Gil Henry joins Atwell, LLC, a national consulting, engineering, and construction services firm, as Vice President Oil and Gas. In this leadership role, Henry will continue to drive client and team growth in the oil and gas market. He will be based in Atwell’s Houston, Texas, …

HOUSTON, TX — McKissack & McKissack, a Black- and woman-owned architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) company, announces that Heidi Obie joined the company as Vice President of Operations for Texas. The Houston-based executive has more than 23 years of experience leading program management construction management (PMCM) and building projects …

KANSAS CITY, MO — Dave Kinchen has been named National Director of Construction for Burns & McDonnell water projects. He will have overall responsibility for strategic positioning and growth of water construction projects throughout all 50 U.S. states.

Kinchen has nearly 35 years of experience working for self-perform national and …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — A local machine operator John Schiedeck won the North American Regional Finals of the Global Operator Challenge. The North American Regionals were the third round of the Caterpillar 2022/2023 Global Operator Challenge. He will go on to represent HOLT CAT in the Global Operator Challenge Finals …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Jennifer Johnson joins planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as a Program Manager for Higher Education.

Based in the San Antonio office, Johnson’s work supports LAN’s collaboration with the Alamo Colleges District. LAN is overseeing a renovation program that includes …

SAN MARCOS, TX — The Department of Engineering Technology at Texas State University announces the appointment of Ryan Penlerick, MA, CPC as the new Director of the Concrete Industry Management (CIM) Program. Penlerick brings a wealth of industry experience to the position, having worked for, and owned, multiple construction and …

GALVESTON, TX — Col. Timothy Vail joins HDR as the Area Water Manager for the Texas Gulf Coast, bringing 25 years of experience and leadership in coastal resiliency efforts in the Lone Star State. In this role, he will lead the rapidly expanding water practice, overseeing the day-to-day operations including …

ARLINGTON, TX — Neel-Schaffer, Inc., is continuing to expand its water resources team with the addition of Vaishali Kandpal, EIT, to serve as a Water Resources Engineer in Training in the firm’s Arlington, Texas, office.

Kandpal has more than four years of experience as a Water Resources Engineer …

ATLANTA, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation announces that Katie Martin, P.E. has been appointed as the new Transportation Planning & Development Director for the Atlanta District.

In her new position, Martin will direct the coordination of district-wide project planning and oversee advanced project development and public involvement. "I …

COLLEGE STATION, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) recently awarded the Extra Mile Awards at their annual Texas Transportation Short Course in College Station. The Extra Mile Award recognizes employees who have acted heroically to help a fellow Texan in need. An employee who receives this award has: …

DALLAS, TX — Freese and Nichols adds Ardita Dushi, PE, MAPM, to its federal team as a Federal Program Manager to help the firm assist federal agencies in the heavy civil water resources line. She brings diverse flood mitigation project and federal agency experience, adding unique management and technical …

DALLAS, TX — Jacobs announces a leadership succession plan that positions the company to continue driving growth and delivering on the vision that Jacobs has set for its people, clients, communities, and shareholders. Bob Pragada, currently President and Chief Operating Officer, will succeed Steve Demetriou as Chief Executive Officer …

DALLAS, TX — Nolan Rome has been promoted to Central Region Development Director at WSP USA, an engineering, environment, and professional services consultancy.

In his new role, Rome will work with regional, district, and national business line (NBL) leaders to identify new business opportunities and expanded, multidisciplinary service offerings …

DALLAS, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces the appointment of Ceason Clemens, P.E. as the Dallas District Engineer, David Salazar, P.E. as the District Engineer for the Fort Worth District, Rebecca Wells, P.E. as the District Engineer for the Atlanta District, and Greg Snider, P.E. as the …

DENTON, TX — The Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) Board of Directors appoints Paul Cristina as the agency’s new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Cristina’s appointment follows a nearly six-month nationwide search led by Gregg Moser of Krauthamer & Associates, LLC, a recognized expert in placement of executive transit …

HOUSTON, TX — Quincy Allen comes to BGE after 37 years with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) where he most recently served as a member of the TxDOT administration team.

As Director of District Operations, Allen provided oversight and direction of all 25 TxDOT districts. He assured the effective …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Elaiza Alvarez, PE, CFM, an Associate and Team Leader with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. has been named the Woman of the Year by the San Antonio Chapter of the Regional Hispanic Contractors Association (RHCA).

Recognized for her work in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — John Baker, PE joins planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as Senior Program Manager and Vice President of Infrastructure. In his new role, Baker will oversee public sector infrastructure projects.

Baker comes to LAN with a storied military career. A …

AUSTIN, TX — Freese and Nichols, Inc., adds Muna Mitchell, PE, as Bridge Team Lead Engineer, expanding its expertise in transportation and structural solutions.

Mitchell brings more than 25 years of experience that includes design of Texas Department of Transportation bridges across the state, including phased bridge replacement, …

DALLAS, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces the appointment of Carl L. Johnson, P.E., to Director of District Operations, Jessica A. Butler, P.E., to Director of Engineering and Safety Operations, and Mohamed "Mo" Bur, P.E., to Director of Project Development.

EL PASO, TX — Sundt Construction’s Building Group recently added Daren Mieles, Guillermo Mendez, and Jose Lopez to its El Paso, Texas, office.

“We are happy to welcome Daren, Guillermo, and Jose to our team,” said Joseph Riccillo, Project Director and Sundt’s El Paso Office Leader. …

FORT WORTH, TX — Freese and Nichols, Inc., has expanded its stormwater engineering team with Brian Edmondson, PE, CFM, and Morgan White, CFM, CTCM, who both bring experience working at the forefront of flood mitigation in Texas. Their perspectives and skills will expand the capabilities of the …

HOUSTON, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. announces an executive level change for the company’s Southern Region. Preston Hodges, who most recently served as Vice President of the Houston division, has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Houston Business Unit Leader. He brings a depth of experience in both …

HOUSTON, TX — Neel-Schaffer, Inc., announces that Manwar Hossain, PE, CFM, has joined the firm and will serve as the Senior Engineer Manager and Hydraulics and Hydrology (H&H) Discipline Leader for the firm’s Houston office.

Hossain has more than 20 years of experience in a variety of engineering …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) promotes Angela Brewer to Director of Human Resources. Brewer will be responsible for the strategic direction of Kirby-Smith Machinery’s HR operations. She previously served as the company’s Human Resources Manager.

Jeff Weller, Chief Operating Officer for KSM, said he believes Brewer …

PARIS, TX — HWH Group, which focuses on supporting corporate expansion and growth, has appointed Holland Harper as Chief Development Officer of the company. Founded in 2011, HWH Group provides turnkey, comprehensive site selection, incentive negotiation, and construction program management services to meet each client’s specific needs.

In his …

PLANO, TX — Martina McIsaac, Region Head and Chief Executive Officer of Hilti North America, has resigned from her position.

Over her nine-year career, McIsaac held various roles of increasing responsibility after starting with the company in 2013 as a senior management candidate. McIsaac was promoted to the …

ROUND ROCK, TX — Flint Britton joins HDR as a Justice Principal in the Round Rock, Texas, office. Britton has 30 years of experience in Texas justice planning and will work to continue providing clients and communities with creative design solutions.

As Justice Principal, Britton will focus on building client …

Apprenticeships already offer a path into construction skilled trades – but what about those who want to work in other areas of the industry?

Legislation enacted this year offers Texas employers sales tax incentives to hire new apprentices, especially in emerging areas like technology, marketing, engineering, artificial intelligence, and more. …

AUSTIN, TX — Known for its high-rise mixed use and hospitality spaces, Austin-based architecture firm Rhode Partners announces the expansion of its leadership team with the appointment of its first two equity partners. Bobby Tait, AIA and Kate Meehan will form a new management team, alongside the firm’s Founder/Director Brett …

DALLAS, TX — Dallas-Based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) welcomes Chief Estimator Rock Hoy to oversee preconstruction budgeting, lump sum bidding, and CM at Risk estimating procedures for MYCON’s Dallas office.

“We are excited to announce this new member of our growing estimating team,” said Lou Arrieta, Vice President …

DALLAS, TX — Jackson-Shaw, a national real estate development company headquartered in North Texas, announces the promotion of five team members.

“We aren’t a team because we work together; we are a team because we communicate well, focus on results, and support each other,” said Jackson-Shaw President and Chief …

DALLAS, TX — KWA Construction, a general contractor specializing in multifamily developments throughout Texas, has promoted Julian Sontag to Senior Project Manager.

“Since joining KWA eight years ago, Julian’s impressive leadership and project management skills have grown significantly. His efforts to spearhead technology-based solutions that improve efficiencies, enable more …

DALLAS, TX — Structure Tone Southwest has added two construction professionals to its leadership team: Sterling Inzar as Chief Financial Officer and Tim Glenn as Regional Vice President in Houston.

Based in the Dallas office, Inzar joins Structure Tone Southwest from STO Building Group partner Pavarini Northeast in Stamford, Connecticut. …

FORT WORTH, TX — City Manager David Cooke announces two seasoned municipal executives as new Assistant City Managers.

FORT WORTH, TX — M2G Ventures, a North Texas-based real estate investment and development company, welcomes Mark Collier as its Chief Financial and Operations Officer as the company continues to grow and expand. Over the past year, M2G Ventures, a WBE (women owned business) certified company, doubled the size …

HOUSTON, TX — Freese and Nichols, Inc., hires Julie Huerta, PE, who specializes in water quality and regulatory compliance, to direct the company's program assisting clients in meeting new drinking water standards under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Revisions.

Huerta has 15 years of experience in the …

LUBBOCK, TX — Freese and Nichols, Inc., adds Jillian Nava, PE, to its Lubbock team to lead water efforts across West Texas and help continue growing the company's regional focus.

Nava, who will serve as Project Manager for water-related needs, has dedicated her career to local government clients …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) hires Nick Cage to serve as Sales & Operations Manager for its Fort Worth location and Bo Ross as its new General Manager of Used Equipment.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) promotes Gavin Cole to the role of Vice President of Sales and hires Wade Gaines as its new Vice President of Parts.

AUSTIN, TX — Bowman Consulting Group Ltd (Bowman) announces Aaron McMillan as Texas Regional Manager. McMillan joined Bowman from 1519 Surveying where he was President and Co-Owner for 10 years. Bowman acquired 1519 in December 2021. McMillan now leads Bowman’s more than 120 professionals who work from the company’s seven …

AUSTIN, TX — Legacy Performance Capital (LPC), an affiliated asset management and investment firm of international real estate sales and marketing firm, Legacy International, has named veteran real estate developer Tommy Tucker to the newly created position of Chief Operating Officer.

Tucker’s expertise in high-profile master-planned communities, mixed-use and …

AUSTIN, TX — Nick Thanos, LEED BD+C, joins planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newman Inc. (LAN) as Program Manager in the Austin office. In his new role, Thanos will support K-12 school districts program management projects in the Central Texas region.

Thanos’ responsibilities include providing …

AUSTIN, TX — Sundt Construction hires Sandra Rangel and Vincent Guevara in Texas. Rangel will serve as a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist and Guevara will recruit skilled tradespeople for the company’s Transportation Group.

Rangel, based in Austin, joins the company’s talent acquisition team leading the recruitment efforts for Sundt’s projects …

AUSTIN, TX — Swinerton, the national builder with more than 130 years of experience, announces the promotion of Alison Satt to Vice President and Division Manager of Austin. As Division Manager, Satt will lead Swinerton’s growing operations in the heart of Texas leveraging a wealth of experience, including operational …

COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA — Ismael Daneluz joins PALFINGER’s North American Region in the executive capacity of Vice President of Sales and Service. Daneluz will be responsible for developing strategic sales plans, based on the company’s goals, that will promote sales growth and customer satisfaction for the organization as well …

DALLAS, TX — Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) announces that Elizabeth Reich has joined the agency as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

A key member of the executive team, reporting to DART President & Chief Executive Officer Nadine Lee, Reich will lead the agency's accounting, financial reporting, budget, …

DALLAS, TX — Mbroh Engineering has expanded the firm’s leadership team and transportation service offering. New leadership team member Ashok Varma, PE, joins the firm’s Dallas office as Senior Consultant, bringing civil engineering capabilities available to clients throughout Texas.

Varma utilizes his technical knowledge and project management expertise to …

DALLAS, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. announces two executive level changes for the company’s Southern Region. Joe Jouvenal, who most recently was the company’s Southern Region President, has been promoted to Chief Administrative Officer for McCarthy Holdings Inc. (McCarthy Holdings, Inc. is comprised of McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. …

DALLAS, TX — McKissack & McKissack, a Black- and woman-owned architecture, engineering, and program and construction management firm, announces that Shandra Colón joined the company as Vice President of Business Development in its Dallas, Texas, office. Colón will focus on strengthening McKissack's strategic partnerships in the fast-growing Texas market …

DALLAS, TX — Neel-Schaffer, Inc., announces that Gary Enna has joined the firm and will serve as a Senior Project Manager based in the firm’s Dallas office.

Enna has 17 years of municipal experience as a Public Works Director and Assistant Public Works Director in the North Texas area. …

DALLAS, TX — Stream Realty Partners promotes the Executive Managing Director of its Dallas-Fort Worth market to serve as the firm's next Chief Operating Officer.

In his new role as COO, Blake Kendrick will help drive alignment, process, and profitability across the company's 14 markets while continuing to manage the …

DALLAS, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces the appointment of Lance W. Simmons, P.E., as TxDOT’s Chief Engineer.

In his new role, Simmons will direct and coordinate the department’s statewide engineering and district operations to ensure the state’s transportation system is built and operates in a …

HOUSTON, TX — Business development leader Diann Lewter is the newest member of the METRO Board of Directors. Lewter, who was sworn in at the Board meeting, will serve a second appointment as a METRO Board Member representing the city of Houston. She previously served from January 2014 to April …

HOUSTON, TX — Neel-Schaffer, Inc., announces that Steve Gonzales, PE, CFM, has joined the firm and will serve as Vice President/Director of Business Development - Texas.

Gonzales will be based in the firm’s Houston and San Antonio offices and will spend time in all five Texas Neel-Schaffer offices. …

HOUSTON, TX — Ware Malcomb, an international design firm, announces that Josh Kiddle has been promoted to Director, Recruiting in the firm’s Houston, Texas office. Kiddle is responsible for the growth, strategic planning, and day-to-day operations for the recruiting team.

Kiddle joined Ware Malcomb as a Recruiter in 2017, …

HOUSTON, TX — Woolpert Senior Vice President Melvin Spinks has been elected to a two-year term on the American Council of Engineering Companies of Texas Board of Directors. Spinks, who serves as the President of CivilTech, a Woolpert Company, has participated in ACEC Texas at the local, state, and …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) hires Colin Brown to serve as Branch Manager for its Oklahoma City location. The move marks a return to KSM for Brown, having served in roles as a Product Service Manager and Governmental Sales Representative for the Dallas branch during his first …

AUSTIN, TX — Freese and Nichols, Inc., adds Senior Project Manager Tom Benz, PE, whose expertise spans local, state, and federal infrastructure programs and project delivery.

Benz’s 35 years of experience includes more than two decades of leading projects for multiple government agencies. He also has drafted best …

AUSTIN, TX — Paula Dowell, Ph.D., joins HNTB Corporation as a National Practice Consultant for integrated planning. In this role, she will focus on expanding HNTB’s capabilities and advisory services in strategic transportation planning and policy, multimodal freight and supply chain planning, economic development, and investment decision making.

“Paula …

HOUSTON, TX — CivilTech, a Woolpert Company, welcomes Julio Salinas as a Construction Project Manager. Salinas is a civil engineer with nearly 20 years of experience in construction engineering and inspection who has managed multimillion-dollar transportation projects throughout Texas, with a focus on Houston. He will manage projects that …

HOUSTON, TX — National Trench Safety (NTS) announces the appointment of Van Welch as Chief Financial Officer. Welch is responsible for finance, accounting, and compliance. He will also play a key role in mergers and acquisitions. As a senior member of the executive team Welch reports directly to CEO Phil …

RIDGEWAY, SC — It is with deep sadness that BOMAG Americas announces the passing of Bert DeJong, a company leader and industry veteran for more than 30 years. DeJong is well remembered for being smart, honest, and fair and an industry pioneer, who helped drive success for both rental …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — VIA President/CEO Jeffrey C. Arndt has been selected to serve as a Vice President of The Bus Coalition Board of Directors. The Bus Coalition helps increase bus and bus facility-related funding for transit agencies nationwide.

Arndt was elected during the American Public Transportation Association Legislative Conference …

TULSA, OK — Vacuworx announces that Robert Tipton has joined the company as Executive Vice President and has been appointed as the company’s Chief Operating Officer. Tipton joins the team with decades of knowledge in production and supply chain management, including executive leadership credentials and more than 20 years of …

Ever think human trafficking is an isolated problem? Not true – and especially in Texas. The state ranks number 1 in the country for human trafficking. Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth rank first- and second-worst among all U.S. cities.

What can be done?

“I believe that the construction industry can create …

ATLANTA, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces that Jacob Vise, P.E., has been named the Marshall Area Engineer for the Atlanta District. In his new position, Vise will be responsible for maintenance and construction activities in Harrison, Marion, and Panola Counties.

Vise began his career with …

AUSTIN, TX — Gilbane Building Company announces that Jennifer Macks has been promoted to Vice President and Director of Design-Build. In this newly created position, she will lead Gilbane’s design-build program, working in partnership with project teams across the company to deliver projects for Gilbane’s clients from design through construction. …

CLEVELAND, OH — The principal architect of the heavy lift equipment rental category and driving force behind The ALL Family of Companies has passed away. Michael C. Liptak was 91. Together with his wife, Marvine, and brothers Lawrence and Jake, Michael founded ALL Erection & Crane Rental in Cleveland, Ohio, …

DALLAS, TX — A commercial real estate and construction industry veteran has relocated back to Dallas to join Stream Realty Partners. Stream has recruited Bobby Kunkle to lead and grow its occupier services project management and development division. He brings 15 years of industry experience, most recently leading ground-up …

DALLAS, TX — AECOM, an infrastructure consulting firm, announces it is serving as Lead Engineering Firm for the team selected by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to deliver the Southeast Connector, a project that aims to improve mobility, safety, and transportation options for travelers in the Fort Worth …

DALLAS, TX — Austin Duehr, PE, ENV SP, has completed the National Society of Professional Engineers' (NSPE) Emerging Leaders Program. Duehr was one of the 16 individuals chosen from around the country to participate in the program created to develop strong leaders in the engineering field.

“NSPE’s program …

DALLAS, TX — Mohr Partners, Inc., a global full-service end-to-end corporate real estate services firm, announces that Kevin Williams, a 15-year construction management veteran, has joined Mohr Partners in the Dallas office.

In his new role, Williams will be a senior member of the Mohr Partners Project & …

DALLAS, TX — Peinado Construction, a specialized industrial and commercial construction services firm, formally announces the promotion of Robert Shelton to President. In this role, Shelton will continue to spearhead front-end efforts for the firm, including client relations, preconstruction, business development, and marketing, while facilitating collaboration across all departments. …

DALLAS, TX — Trammell Crow Company (TCC) announces that James Murray-Coleman has been appointed as the firm’s Director of Sustainability to focus on developing and implementing an effective sustainability strategy for the firm.

“The Director of Sustainability role is a key milestone for TCC on our journey to be the …

DALLAS, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation's (TxDOT) Chief Engineer Bill Hale, P.E., announces his retirement from the department, closing the chapter on his 39-year TxDOT career.

Hale's journey with TxDOT began May 23, 1983. Throughout his almost four-decade career, Hale had the opportunity to serve in …

EL PASO, TX — Tsurumi Pump announces Slater Blanchard as its new Regional Sales Manager for the Southwest. Blanchard has held General Manager positions at several pump companies in the past. He also has had experience with pumps manufactured by Tsurumi, and mentioned his positive experiences with product durability.

As …

FT. WORTH, TX — Richard W. Andreski, a public transportation veteran with 23 years of experience and more than 10 years of executive leadership, has been selected as the next President and Chief Executive Officer of Trinity Metro.

Andreski previously served as Bureau Chief for Public Transportation for …

HOUSTON, TX — Global design firm Stantec names Jeff Scarborough its new U.S. Federal Water Sector lead. In this role, he will lead the firm’s federal civil works and infrastructure programs, coastal protection, and water/wastewater programs across all U.S. federal accounts globally with a specific focus on the U.S. Department …

HOUSTON, TX — AEI, a Baxter & Woodman company, announces the appointment of Michael A. Kurzy, PE to the Board of Directors by its shareholders at the corporation’s annual shareholder meeting.

Kurzy oversees the firm’s Texas operations and guides staff from the Houston office location. He has been instrumental …

JACKSON, MS — Neel-Schaffer, Inc. announces that Matt Stevenson, CSM-C, has been hired as the firm’s new Director of Safety and Health.

Stevenson has 17 years of experience managing safety and health programs and/or providing safety consulting services for a variety of industries. He served the last six years …

MANSFIELD, TX — Mansfield, Texas-based Ramtech Building Systems, a design-build construction firm for relocatable modular buildings and permanent modular construction, hires Todd Alexander to serve as the company's Structural Engineer.

Alexander brings to Ramtech a background in structural design in the development of pre-engineered projects for a variety of …

The ever-growing labor shortage is a universal issue, affecting nearly every business sector that relies on the availability of a workforce. It’s an issue that was happening before the COVID-19 pandemic and has persisted.

According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, there are 11.3 million job openings in the U.S., …

AUSTIN, TX — AECOM announces it has been selected by the City of Austin’s Transportation Department (ATD) to continue serving as engineering consultant augmenting ATD’s existing workforce. AECOM will deliver comprehensive engineering design, review, and coordination with City of Austin transportation staff, guided by the priorities of ATD to provide …

ATLANTA, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces that Wendy Starkes, P.E., has been named the Mount Pleasant Area Engineer for the Atlanta District. In her new position, Starkes will be responsible for maintenance and construction activities in Titus, Camp, Upshur, and Morris Counties.

A native of …

AUSTIN, TX — White Construction Company, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary, is poised for growth in its four regional offices. The company recently named two Regional Directors in Texas that will usher the firm into its second half-century:

Rob Baugher is Senior Vice President - Regional Director in …

AUSTIN, TX — The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (Mobility Authority) Board of Directors has received a new member, Jay Blazek Crossley, appointed by the Travis County Commissioners Court.

“We are pleased to welcome Jay Blazek Crossley to our board,” said Bobby Jenkins, Chairman of the Mobility Authority …

DALLAS, TX — After an extensive nationwide search, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) announces that Jenny Barket will join the agency on May 15 as the new Chief of Staff.

Serving as a senior advisor to DART President & Chief Executive Officer Nadine Lee, Barket will lead a variety …

DALLAS, TX — Dallas-Based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) welcomes new Human Resources Director, Ivy Pennington. Pennington will serve as a strategic partner and advisor to MYCON’s senior-level executives in change management, organization effectiveness, work environment, culture, and leadership.

“We are thrilled to have Ivy join our team,” said …

DALLAS, TX — Electrical wholesale distributor City Electric Supply (CES) hires its first Global Chief Marketing Officer for the company, Mehdi Tabrizi. CES is preparing to expand its footprint around the world.

"We're thrilled to have Mehdi on board and to leverage his knowledge and experience to implement a …

DALLAS, TX — Charles Johnson joins planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam Inc. (LAN) as a Senior Architectural Project Manager in the Dallas office. In his new role, Johnson will be involved in business development for LAN’s growing health care practice. With his knowledge of building …

DALLAS, TX — Tangram, a curator of commercial interior environments, announces Mark Peters has joined Tangram’s new regional headquarters in Dallas, Texas, as Director of Healthcare and Education Sales and Angela Ramon has joined as Sales Executive.

Peters brings over 20 years of education and health care national sales …

FT. WORTH, TX — The Dallas Fort Worth International Airport Board of Directors voted unanimously to elect Fort Worth representative Henry Borbolla III as Chair, Dallas representative Gloria Tarpley as Vice-Chair, and Fort Worth representative Vernon Evans as Secretary.

Their terms of service began immediately following the election. Each officer’s …

HOUSTON, TX — Bechtel has partnered with Workforce Solutions, the operating arm of the Texas Workforce Commission, to provide more apprenticeships for U.S. veterans and transitioning service members at its solar energy projects on the U.S. Gulf Coast. The partnership aims to introduce more veterans to construction opportunities in the …

LUFKIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation's (TxDOT) Lufkin District recently named two Area Engineers to replace open positions in the Nacogdoches area office and the Livingston area office.

Randal Cooper, P.E. will serve as the Nacogdoches Area Engineer. Cooper joined the Lufkin District in 2012 as part …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery (KSM) hires Cody Ward to serve as its new Director of Strategy and Corporate Development. Ward will be tasked with the research and implementation of long-term growth strategies for the heavy equipment distributor.

“We had the good fortune to discover Cody through one of …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — The Associated of Builders and Contractors (ABC) has presented Gilbane Building Company with its National Safety Excellence Award and Eagle Award. Both awards were presented during the Excellence in Construction Awards Gala held in San Antonio, Texas.

Gilbane's National Safety Excellence Award recognizes the company's Diamond …

WYLIE, TX — The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) Board of Directors approved actions associated with 25 different water and wastewater projects. Most of the actions were for ongoing projects. The board also discussed the strategic plan featuring 55 initiatives.

NTMWD will proceed forward with projects totaling more than …

In his term as President of Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Texas, David Casteel, P.E., DBIA, is working with the organization’s staff and Board of Directors to learn from the past and optimize the present.

“Most importantly, though, we want to influence the future,” he said.

That includes …

KANSAS CITY, MO — With just a handful of months to go before a new president heads the American Public Works Association (APWA), the association board has selected a new President-Elect, long-time active member Keith Pugh, PE, PWLF. Previous President-Elect Dan Hartman had to step down from his role, …

About 30 years ago, Dana Pendergraft worked for a company pulling stone from a quarry in Haskell County, Texas. After an economic decline, the owner decided to shut it down. Dana, however, believed it was still a viable business proposition and took over the company.

“I had one loader and …

AUSTIN, TX — Billd, a provider of material financing for commercial subcontractors, announces the appointment of Devon Choo as the company's Chief Operating Officer (COO). Choo joins Billd with nearly 20 years of experience in business development, product management, and strategic management across several companies.

Following a successful year …

AUSTIN, TX — The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) Steel Bridge Task Force; the National Steel Bridge Alliance (NSBA); and the American Association of State and Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO) T-14 Technical Committee for Structural Steel Design have named Todd Helwig, Ph.D., Director of the Ferguson Structural Engineering …

AUSTIN, TX — The East Texas Council of Governments (ETCOG) announces its Chairman of the Chief Elected Officials/Rural Transportation Planning Organization (CEO/RTPO) Board, Anderson County Judge Robert Johnston, has received the Distinguished Service Award from the Texas Transit Association (TTA). Johnston was honored with the award in Austin at …

DALLAS, TX — Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Board Chair Michele Wong Krause has been selected by the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) as a 2022 Celebrating Women Who Move the Nation Award winner.

The Celebrating Women Who Move the Nation Award is one of the highest honors bestowed …

DALLAS, TX — HDR announces that Shai Roos, AICP, has joined as Urban Planning Principal out of the Dallas studio and Laura Grams, AICP, has been promoted to Transit Planning Practice Leader in Houston, Texas.

DALLAS, TX — Jeffrey Roberts, PE, CFM, joins planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as Senior Project Manager. In this role, Roberts will be responsible for managing the firm’s municipal infrastructure practice in North Texas.

Roberts has nearly 20 years of engineering experience …

DALLAS, TX — Tangram, a curator of commercial interior environments headquartered in Southern California, announces Lauren Ghizzoni has joined Tangram’s new regional headquarters in Dallas, Texas, as Sales Executive.

Ghizzoni brings nine years of industry experience with her, as well as her expertise in health care sales. During her …

DALLAS, TX — The Underground Construction Technology Association (UCTA) selects Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) engineers Justin Reeves, P.E., and Elaiza Alvarez, P.E., to serve on its National Board of Directors.

Reeves was previously the UCTA North Texas Chapter President and was elected to be the UCTA …

FORT WORTH, TX — National civil engineering and surveying firm Manhard Consulting has opened a new office in Fort Worth, Texas. The firm’s newest location, its 10th office nationwide and third office in Texas, is managed by new hire Jonathan Russell.

Formerly Engagement Manager at Dunaway Associates, Russell brings …

HOUSTON, TX — In partnership with Construction Career Collaborative (C3) and the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), TDIndustries (TD) was proud to inspire and recruit the next generation of women in construction at this year’s #SHEbuildsHouston recruiting event in Houston.

The #SHEbuildsHouston recruiting event introduces young women to …

HOUSTON, TX — Multidiscipline engineering firm Coffman Engineers, Inc. (Coffman) announces the opening of its Houston, Texas, office in The Woodlands, Texas. The new location allows the firm to support clients in the industrial, oil & gas, health care, federal/military, higher education, hospitality, and energy markets.

Coffman's second Texas office …

HOUSTON, TX — Hunter Buildings announces Michael Draper as the blast-resistant building firm’s Chief Operating Officer. In his new role, Draper is responsible for overseeing Hunter’s day-to-day operations. In addition, he will work with company leadership to implement strategic direction and values to move the company forward.

A seven-year veteran …

HOUSTON, TX — Theodore “Theo” Gargagliano rejoins HNTB as Senior Program Manager and Vice President, based in the firm’s Houston, Texas, office. In this position, Gargagliano will leverage two decades of aviation industry experience, working with the firm’s clients to help deliver projects and programs critical to the region’s airports. …

MANSFIELD, TX — Mansfield, Texas-based Ramtech Building Systems, a design build construction firm for relocatable modular buildings and permanent modular construction has hired commercial modular building industry veteran Jade Pulfer to serve as the company's primary Business Development Specialist for their health care and commercial markets.

Pulfer joins Ramtech …

SUGAR LAND, TX — The Highway 36A Coalition Board of Directors has elected a new set of officers for 2022, naming Robert Pechukas as its new Chairman.

Pechukas is Director of Policy and Administration for Precinct 3 County Commissioner Andy Meyers. The new 36A Vice Chair is Donna Adams, …

WASHINGTON, D.C. —  Associated Builders and Contractors and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention announce a collaborative partnership to address mental health and suicide prevention throughout the U.S. construction industry.

The goals of the partnership are to improve the mental health of construction workers through effective suicide prevention education, intervention, …

AUSTIN, TX — EYP announces Laura Galbreath, AIA, LEED AP BD+C (Austin) was promoted to the firm’s Chief Operating Officer; Tom Woods, AIA, LEED AP (Houston) was promoted to EYP’s Director of Operations; and Jane Baughman, AIA, LEED AP (Austin) was promoted to the firm’s Director of Project Delivery.

Galbreath …

BEAUMONT, TX — Dave Collins, P.E., was recently announced as the Beaumont Area Engineer for the Beaumont District of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). This area manages the counties of Jefferson, Hardin, and Orange in the eight counties of the Beaumont District. The office currently oversees more than …

COLLEGE STATION, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) completed construction on The Marvin Tate Coordination Complex Center, Brazos Transit District’s (BTD) new corporate headquarters located in Bryan, Texas. After writing six different grants and four years of planning, the 11,518-square-foot Coordination Complex Center is a 100 percent Americans …

DALLAS, TX — Dallas-Based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) has established three endowed Texas A&M University scholarships, totaling $75,000. The MYCON Education Foundation Endowed Scholarship, The Richard and Mary Ann Myers Memorial Scholarship, and The Devin Sebastian Memorial Scholarship will provide financial assistance to the next generation of construction management …

DALLAS, TX — Graham native David Casteel has been unanimously elected President of the Associated General Contractors of Texas, a group representing more than 700 member companies employing tens of thousands of the men and women that build and maintain the state’s vast network of roads and bridges.

Casteel, …

DALLAS, TX — Deanna Leggett has been selected as the new Executive Vice President of Growth and Regional Development at Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). Leggett brings over 20 years of experience in the planning, development, and operation of public transportation projects across the country.

"We are very excited to …

DALLAS, TX — KAI Design announces the hiring of Charles Hoffmann, AIA as Senior Project Architect at its Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas office.

Hoffmann has more than 35 years of experience in design, production, and construction administration. As Senior Project Architect, Hoffmann is responsible for functional space planning, development of design …

DALLAS, TX — Michael Baker International, an engineering, planning, and consulting services company, announces that Jason Sipes, P.E., has joined the firm as Office Executive - Dallas. In this role, Sipes will lead a multidisciplinary team in executing client projects and expanding the firm's business with new clients, …

DALLAS, TX — Tangram, a curator of commercial interior environments headquartered in Southern California, announces Amber Jones has been appointed to Tangram’s new regional headquarters in Dallas, Texas, as Vice President of Sales. Jones will continue to run both the Los Angeles and Dallas Fort-Worth team as Vice President, …

DALLAS, TX — TDIndustries’ Board of Directors welcomes Alan Quintero.

Quintero has decades of experience as a senior business, operations, and business development executive, most recently as Senior Vice President, Business Development and Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Valaris, one of the world’s largest offshore …

HOUSTON, TX — McDermott International, Ltd announces Michael McKelvy has been named President and Chief Executive Officer. He will also serve as a member of McDermott's Board of Directors. Lee McIntire, who has been serving as interim CEO since June 2021, will continue as a member of McDermott's Board …

HOUSTON, TX — Quanta Services, Inc. announces that its Board of Directors has named Redgie Probst, Quanta's President - Electric Power Division since March 2019, as the company's Chief Operating Officer (COO). Duke Austin, Quanta's President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), had served as the company's COO since …

HOUSTON, TX — With offices in Houston and Austin, Kirksey Architecture expands to North Texas with Dallas-based t. howard & associates (th+a) joining the firm. Combining the two firms provides clients the comfort of an established Dallas-based firm and the depth of knowledge and experience of an award-winning Texas firm …

IRVING, TX — Fluor Corporation announces that Alan Boeckmann, the company’s current Executive Chairman, will not stand for re-election at the annual shareholders meeting on May 5, 2022. Boeckmann was formerly CEO and Chairman of Fluor Corporation from 2002 to 2011 and Non-Executive Chairman in 2012.

Fluor’s current Chief …

IRVING, TX — Fluor Corporation announces that Tricia Thibodeaux, Fluor’s Executive Director of Global Health, Safety, and Environmental, has been named Vice Chair of the Construction Industry Institute (CII) for 2022.

Most recently, Thibodeaux has served on the board of advisors and as part of the organization’s executive committee. …

NEWPORT NEWS, VA — Dr. Tim Gerhardt, a business executive within the Liebherr Group joins Liebherr USA, Co. as one of the new Managing Directors for the U.S. operations. Gerhardt shares Liebherr USA, Co. executive responsibilities with Kai Friedrich, Managing Director for Liebherr USA, Co. and Divisional Director …

NORCROSS, GA — At an event held in conjunction with this year’s Associated Equipment Distributors meeting, Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas, Inc., recognized NED (National Equipment Dealers) as its top dealer of 2021.

NED, through the recent merger of Four Seasons Equipment, May Heavy Equipment, Rob’s Hydraulics Inc. …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — In a ceremony with more than 200 residents in attendance, community leaders broke ground on San Antonio’s central park, Civic Park at Hemisfair, marking the beginning of an 18-month construction project to bring its world-class vision to life.

“When the community came together in 2012 to …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Sundt Construction adds Guillermo Barba, Ralf Berlanga, Jaz Mwiseneza, Guillermo Ovies, Jared Clements, and Matt Fuss to its Texas Transportation Group.

“We are excited to bring these talented individuals to our teams here in San Antonio and Austin,” said Chad Yount …

DALLAS, TX — The year of 2021 brought several achievements for electrical wholesale distributor, City Electric Supply (CES). The company opened 22 branches across the United States. From bringing back in-person events, to providing jobs for a record number of employees, the company celebrated numerous milestones.

"The past year has …

HOUSTON, TX — HR Green, Inc. has acquired LDC, fka LandDev Consulting, LLC, an Austin-based land development, telecommunications, and surveying consulting firm. This development brings clients of both firms a broader range of experience and deeper bench strength.

Founded in 2014, LDC provides the Austin metro and surrounding …

ARLINGTON, TX — Neel-Schaffer, Inc., announces that Chris Hocate, PE, has joined the firm and will serve as the Transportation Practice Leader for North Texas.

Hocate will be based in the firm’s Dallas office and also serve as Engineer Manager for that office. He has more than 25 …

AUSTIN, TX — Jeffrey Davis has been named the Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) new Rail Division (RRD) Director. In his role, Davis will oversee and coordinate the rail activities for the department. Davis brings decades of both public and private sector experience in transit and passenger/freight rail planning, …

DALLAS, TX — KAI Engineering announces the hiring of H. John Vetter II, PE as its new National Electrical Engineering Subject Matter Expert at its Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, office.

Vetter has more than 32 years of combined experience in engineering and management. In this new role at KAI, Vetter will …

DENTON, TX — Furthering its mission of enhancing mobility and adding value to the communities the agency serves in one of fastest growing regions in the state, DCTA is strengthening its leadership team with the addition of three regional leaders from across North Texas.

Paul Cristina, PE joins DCTA as …

HOUSTON, TX — Jay Pendergrass joins Gilbane Building Company as Vice President and Director of Supply Chain Management and Equipment. In this position, he will lead Gilbane's Supply Chain team, developing and implementing an enterprise-wide strategy for procurement of equipment, materials, and creating cost savings and operational efficiencies.

Pendergrass has …

HOUSTON, TX — The board of directors of McKim & Creed, Inc., a 700-person engineering and geomatics firm with offices throughout the United States, announces that Street Lee, PE, ENV SP has been appointed the company’s next Chief Executive Officer. John T. Lucey, Jr., PE, McKim & Creed’s …

HOUSTON, TX — The past two years at Tadano has seen a number of strategic moves by Tadano around the world. From the acquisition of Demag in 2019 to the reorganization of previously separate operations in the Western Hemisphere into a coordinated Pan-American region, from the appointment of Toshiaki Ujiie …

HOUSTON, TX — The Associated General Contractors of America - Houston Chapter (AGC), officially announces Kyle Holland as the next President/CEO of the organization. He has served as Vice President of AGC since June of 2020. Holland will succeed Jerry Nevlud, who retired at the end of 2021 after …

FT. WORTH, TX — Dunaway, a multi-discipline design and engineering firm, is celebrating its 65th year. Amid leadership transitions, acquisitions, and expansions the Fort Worth-based company marked its 65th anniversary as one of growth.

Earlier this year Dunaway named Chris Wilde as its new CEO, taking the helm from …

COLLEGE STATION, TX — Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas (HCEA) announces the expansion of its North American authorized dealer network with the addition of ASAP Equipment, in College Station, Texas.

“ASAP Equipment is a group of individuals who have been dedicated to their customers in the compact construction and turf …