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 …

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 …

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. …

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 …

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 — 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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 — 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 — 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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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, …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 — 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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 — 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 — 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 …

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 — 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) …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 — 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 …

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 …

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 …

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 — 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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 — 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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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. …

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.

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

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 …

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 …

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.

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 — 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. …

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 …

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 — 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. …

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. …

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 — 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 …

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 …

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 …

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 — 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 …

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 …

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 …

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 — 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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 — 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 — 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 & …

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 …

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. …

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 …

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 — 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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 — 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 — 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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 — 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 …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 — 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.

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 — 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 …

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 …

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 …

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. …

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 …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 — 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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 — 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 …

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-FORT WORTH — As Burns & McDonnell works to support the growth of municipal, industrial, and construction markets across the Southern U.S., the firm has promoted Chitra Foster to lead its Water Group in the Dallas-Fort Worth region. Foster, who previously served as a Senior Project Manager in the Construction/Design-Build …

DALLAS, TX — What started as a driving job for an 18-year-old young man turned into running branches and districts along the east coast, stretching from Philadelphia to the Carolinas. That same young man became the Co-Chief Operating Officer for City Electric Supply (CES) back in 2017. That man is …

PFLUGERVILLE, TX — Eight Rosendin apprentices from the company’s Pflugerville office were honored with scholarships from the National Association of Women in Construction - Austin Chapter (NAWIC Austin) to help them pursue a career in construction. Five Rosendin electrical apprentices won $1,250 NAWIC Austin Trade Program Scholarships, two others received …

PONCA CITY, OK — Fecon announces the addition of Carl Seeliger as a Regional Sales Manager for the southwest region. In his new role, Seeliger will assist distributors and other sales channel partners in the states of Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana in the sales of all Fecon products including …

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 …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery (KSM) continues to build its executive team with the addition of Joel Cook as its new Executive Vice President and General Manager (EVP-GM), Construction Group. Cook will be responsible for strategic direction, operational management, and overall leadership of the heavy equipment distributor’s construction group, …

HOUSTON, TX — Yvonne Nagy, AIA, LEED AP, rejoins HDR as Managing Principal in the Houston architecture studio. In this position, Nagy will lead the strategy and success of the Houston office by collaborating with other managing principals, business development groups, and designers to provide quality and service to …

LIVERMORE, CA — Topcon Positioning Systems President and Chief Executive Officer, Ray O’Connor, has been elected to the 2022 Board of Directors of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). O’Connor has also been elected to the Construction Equipment (CE) Sector Board, where he previously served from 2014 through 2018. …

HOUSTON, TX — Ritchie Bros. was back in Houston, Texas, to sell over 4,650 equipment items and trucks for 675 consignors, generating more than $55 million in gross transaction value.

The auction attracted over 13,200 bidders from 57 countries. Approximately 88 percent of the equipment was sold to U.S. buyers, …

DALLAS, TX — SmithGroup, an integrated design firm, hires Patrick Jones as a Principal and Science & Technology Studio Leader at the firm’s Dallas office. In this role, Jones will lead efforts in Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana, and collaborate with teams across the firm’s Science & Technology Practice to …

DALLAS, TX — Sundt Construction, Inc., adds Kevin Graf as a Project Director in its Transportation Group in Dallas. In his new role, Graf will focus on the growth of Sundt’s government, flood control, and transit markets across Texas.

“Kevin will be a key member for our team as …

DALLAS, TX — Tangram, a curator of commercial interior environments, announces Jon Leach has joined Tangram’s new regional headquarters in Dallas, Texas, as Director of Business Development.

Leach began working with Tangram as a Business Development Expert, bringing more than 15 years of industry experience with him. He has …

HOUSTON, TX — Walter P Moore announces that Jessalyn Nelson, PE has been named the 2021 recipient of the Javier F. Horvilleur Outstanding Young Professional Award. The Horvilleur Award is presented annually to one young professional at the firm who has exemplified excellence in technical design, client service, and business …

Statewide, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has more than $30 billion worth of projects under construction – the largest amount in state history.

That number could soon increase.

“With the passage of the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Texas is poised to receive up to $28.7 billion over …

HOUSTON, TX — Aviation development professional Jose Enriquez, P.E., joins HDR as the Texas Aviation Lead and a Vice President. Based in Houston, he will use his knowledge and experience to work directly with clients and provide leadership across the state.

Enriquez has more than two decades of experience …

GARLAND, TX — Crystal Owens will join the City of Garland as Managing Director to oversee public works departments on January 10, 2022.

“We are extremely pleased to bring someone of Crystal's experience, qualifications, and character to our Garland team,” said City Manager Bryan Bradford. “She will be joining a …

FT. WORTH, TX — Dunaway, a multi-discipline design firm, announces it has elevated Jason Williamson to Chief Operations Officer. Williamson will be responsible for the success of the general operations of the firm, including employee satisfaction and retention, and overall client satisfaction.

“When we created a C-suite to align …

HUMBLE, TX — U.S. company Easton Sales and Rentals has registered a notable moment in construction equipment history, taking delivery of the first-ever Rokbak articulated hauler. The Rokbak brand launched September 1, 2021 as part of the Volvo Group, with its RA30 and RA40 articulated haulers built at the …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — The HOLT CAT Tech Wars State Finals competition was held at the HOLT ProTech! training facility, located within the HOLT CAT San Antonio campus.

For the fifth year, HOLT CAT technicians went head-to-head in Tech Wars, a competition to showcase the talent and expertise of technicians …

NORCROSS, GA — Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas, Inc. (HCEA), announces the appointment of Stan Park as President of the company. A 27-year veteran of Hyundai, Park previously held various field and executive-level leadership roles, most recently as the Vice President of Marketing and Dealer Development.

“Stan is a pillar of …

DALLAS, TX — KAI announces the hiring of Tobin Ezekwesili, MBA, PE as Director of Electrical Engineering at its Dallas-Fort Worth office.

As Director of Electrical Engineering of the DFW office, Ezekwesili is responsible for the overall economic well-being of assigned projects. He comes to KAI with more than 15 …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) announces the hiring of Cherish Mull as its new Manager of Supply Chain. Mull will provide process leadership and transformation of the heavy equipment distributor’s supply chain operations and will be responsible for supply chain strategy and oversight of all procurement, pre-contract, …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) continues to add talent to its growing used equipment department with the hiring of Jesse Olmeda as Remarketing and Used Equipment Manager. Olmeda will be located in Oklahoma City and report to Director of Remarketing and Used Equipment David Mehrtens.

Olmeda …

HOUSTON, TX — The National Academy of Construction (NAC) elects Robert C. Lanham, Jr., President of Williams Brothers Construction in Houston, Texas, as a member of its class of 2021. He was formally inducted during the NAC annual meeting.

Wayne Crew, General Secretary of the Academy, said, “Our …

In Clear Lake City, Texas, an abandoned golf course became the solution to catastrophic seasonal flooding.

For the $49 million Exploration Green project, Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., (LAN) of Houston, Texas, designed five massive detention ponds that each hold up to 100 million gallons of stormwater. When complete, …

FRISCO, TX — Scott L. Maynor, P.E., LEED AP, joins planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as an Engineering Manager. In this role, he will be responsible for the technical design and management of municipal infrastructure projects in North Texas.

Maynor brings more …

SAVANNAH, GA — Grove River Machinery, located in Richmond Hill, Georgia, just outside of Savannah, is now a National Equipment Dealers, LLC (NED) company. NED, LLC recently finalized the acquisition of Grove River Machinery, which will expand the NED organization into the state of Georgia, where the company hopes …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Skanska USA, a construction and development firm, announces that Matt McCaffrey has been promoted to Vice President - Project Executive and Keith Sitzman has been promoted to Vice President - Operations.

HOUSTON, TX — Sundt Construction, Inc., added water and wastewater industry veteran Bob Mitchell as a Project Executive in its Industrial Group. In his new role, Mitchell will focus on the growth of Sundt’s water, oil and gas, and industrial markets.

“Bob brings a variety of skills and expertise …

DALLAS, TX — The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Board of Directors elected Michele Wong Krause of Dallas as their Chair for a two-year term.

Appointed to the DART Board in 2014 to represent the City of Dallas, Wong Krause recently served as Vice Chair. She also presently serves on …

AUSTIN, TX — Burns & McDonnell promotes Jake Merriman to lead its Central Texas office in Austin as it works to support growth in the region's construction, advanced manufacturing, and renewable energy markets. Merriman, who previously served as Managing Director of transmission for the firm, has more than 20 years …

IRVING, TX — Dwight Storie joins CEC Facilities Group as its new Director of Mechanical Service. Storie will report to Mechanical Business Unit Leader Kurt Hansen, and guide a growing group that serves small-, medium-, and large-sized businesses in various industries.

“Dwight brings considerable knowledge and passion to CEC, …

DALLAS, TX — At 31, City Electric Supply (CES) Chief Marketing Officer Thomas McShane is celebrating 15 years with the company. From starting the CES marketing department to bringing the largest conference in the industry to the organization, McShane credits his accomplishments to the team that has helped bring every …

AUSTIN, TX — At an open meeting of the Railroad Commission of Texas, Commissioner Wayne Christian was unanimously elected Chairman for a second time. Following the vote, Christian released the following statement:

“It has been an honor of my lifetime to serve on the Railroad Commission during a historic …

AUSTIN, TX — Cintra, a subsidiary of Ferrovial and a private-sector transportation infrastructure company with U.S. headquarters in Austin, Texas, announces that Alberto González Lalueza has been named CEO of Cintra’s U.S. region.

González will oversee the company’s $11 billion in U.S. investments including the LBJ Express; North Tarrant …

CHARLOTTE, NC — Dynapac announces the appointment of Jamie Roush to President/General Manager of Dynapac North America.

Roush is an industry veteran with over 20 years of experience in the equipment industry. Roush has been with Dynapac North America since the transition in 2017 and held various management positions at …

AUSTIN, TX — Carlos Swonke, former Director of Environmental Affairs for the Texas Department of Transportation, joins HNTB Corporation as a National Practice Consultant. Amassing more than 34 years in the field, Swonke is regarded as an expert in natural resources/environmental planning, National Environmental Policy Act compliance, project …

HOUSTON, TX — Komal Kotwal, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP, is HOK’s new Sustainable Design Leader for health, well-being, and equity. The newly created position will help HOK take a leadership role in addressing the intersection of health, climate change, and equity.

“We are deeply committed to …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Following the promotion of John Arapidis to President and CEO of Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM), the heavy equipment distributor has found a successor for Arapidis’ previous role, recently naming Mike Kunin as Vice President of National Accounts.

Kunin will be responsible for the management and continued …

DALLAS, TX — Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr, P.C. (Munsch Hardt) announces the continued growth of its Construction Practice Group with the addition of two new Associates.

“The addition of these lawyers positions Munsch Hardt to have one of the largest and strongest construction practices associated with a full service …

Pettibone introduces the Traverse T1056X telehandler, the first 10,000-pound-capacity Traverse model it its X-Series lineup. Traverse is the industry’s only new telehandler product line with a traversing boom carriage with the capability to move loads by traveling horizontally. This exclusive feature allows operators to safely place loads at full lift …

DALLAS, TX — TDIndustries, Inc. (TD) promotes Jamie Dabbs to lead its strategic initiatives as TD’s Vice President, Safety, Health, and Environmental. With more than 13 years of experience at TD, Dabbs has worked to enhance TD’s safety efforts by introducing and leveraging technology such as the Samba Safety Motor …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Sports and entertainment venue architect Bryan Trubey, FAIA, will spearhead Overland Partners' new Dallas design practice. Trubey is known for designing iconic sports and entertainment venues around the world.

Architecture insiders have been speculating about Trubey's next step since his June departure from HKS, …

A lack of funding delayed the $370 million Interstate 635/State Highway 121 Interchange project north of the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) a decade ago – but once funding became available, the project finished six months ahead of its scheduled completion date.

Design-Build Contractor NorthGate Constructors – a joint …

HOUSTON, TX — Mide Akinsade, whose research-driven designs for cultural, higher education, and science/technology clients around the world earned critical acclaim, joins the Houston studio of Perkins&Will as Design Director. In this role for the Houston practice, Akinsade will champion Perkins&Will’s Living Design framework and aim to ensure all …

HOUSTON, TX — VLK Architects announces the promotion of Dalane E. Bouillion, Ed.D., to Chief Development Officer (CDO). This announcement is in response to her achievement in supporting VLK’s commitment to connecting instructional philosophy to purposeful design to better benefit current and future educational clients.

“I am honored and …

TEXARKANA, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces that Tommy Bruce, P.E. has been appointed as the new Texarkana Area Engineer. In this new position, Bruce will oversee maintenance and construction activities in Bowie and Cass Counties.

Bruce has served as the Area Engineer in Mount Pleasant since …

GARY CITY, TX — CASE Construction Equipment and its dealer Progressive Tractor & Implement provided two compact track loaders and grapple buckets for a recent heavy equipment operator training event at the George W. Pirtle Scout Reservation in Gary City, Texas. The training event elevated five members of Team Rubicon’s …

HOUSTON, TX — McKim & Creed, an engineering and surveying firm, announces that Richard R. "Rick" Dorr, RPLS, has joined the firm as Regional Director of Geomatics in Texas. In this role, he will oversee the firm's surveying, mapping, and subsurface utility engineering (SUE) services throughout Texas.

Dorr …

COLLEGE STATION, TX — G-CON Manufacturing, a manufacturer of off-site prefabricated, flexible cleanroom solutions, announces that it has appointed Jody Lynn DeStefanis to serve as General Counsel. DeStefanis joins G-CON with more than 20 years of experience in intellectual property, ethics and compliance, and operations.

"We are very excited …

IRVING, TX — G.L. Huyett announces the addition of Christian Peterson as Regional Sales Manager covering the state of Texas. With over five years of B2B and B2C sales experience, Peterson joins Dan Harriger, G.L. Huyett's Vice President of Sales, and a seasoned team of professionals, to offer fastener …

AUSTIN, TX — Robert Goode, P.E., joins planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as Vice President and Senior Program Manager. He will be responsible for growing LAN’s business in Austin and central Texas, enhancing the firm’s profile with municipal and local agencies in …

HOUSTON, TX — Russell Poppe, PE, joins HNTB Corporation as a Federal Programs Consultant for the firm’s Central Division. Based in the Houston office, Poppe will be working directly with HNTB office leaders in Texas and throughout the division to provide strategic assistance to clients in developing and implementing …

DALLAS, TX — KDC, a developer and acquirer of mixed-use projects and corporate build-to-suit campus projects for major companies, has hired Aarica Mims, CCIM, as Senior Vice President and Director of Leasing.

In her new role, Mims will implement and lead KDC’s new leasing platform and build the …

PAMPA, TX — Zachary Mayer, P.E. has been named the new Area Engineer for the Texas Department of Transportation's (TxDOT) Pampa Area Office. TxDOT’s Amarillo District has three area offices — Amarillo, Dumas, and Pampa. The Pampa Area Office is responsible for highway maintenance and construction in Carson, Gray, …

HOUSTON, TX — REES hires Joe Nilles as Vice President and Texas Healthcare Leader. Nilles is the most recent addition as REES grows in the Houston area.

Nilles will serve as REES’ Regional Healthcare Team Leader for Texas overseeing client development and health care planning. He brings to REES more …

HOUSTON, TX — Ritchie Bros. sold over $99 million of pipeline construction equipment in its largest-ever single-owner auction, for Barrilleaux Inc. In less than two days, the company sold more than 3,100 items from three Barrilleaux locations in New Mexico and Texas to thousands of online bidders from around the …

HOUSTON, TX — Global design firm Stantec promotes Cynthia Labelle to Science and Technology Market Leader for its Texas Buildings practice. In this role, Labelle will lead the Texas business development strategy for science and technology out of Houston. She will also ensure alignment with Stantec’s larger Texas Buildings strategy …

DALLAS, TX — TDIndustries, Inc. (TD) announces its Inaugural All Star Under 20 Intern List, highlighting some of the brightest young adults who interned across the company this summer.

To celebrate 20 years of the internship program, TD commemorated this milestone with a special list of interns who were 20 …

Articulated hauler specialist Terex Trucks rebrands as Rokbak and announces its vision for an exciting new future. The Scottish manufacturer unveiled the new brand at a digital launch event on September 1, attended by dealers, customers, media, and Volvo Group colleagues from around the world.

Rokbak is the new name …

HOUSTON, TX — The Texas Floodplain Management Association (TFMA) honors Thomas Mountz, P.E., D.WRE., CFM, for his long service to the association and his contributions to the water resources industry.

Mountz, who currently works as a Senior Project Manager at planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & …

AUSTIN, TX — Balfour Beatty announces the hiring of Justin Garrett as the company’s Vice President and Market Leader in Austin. In his new role, Garrett will provide direction and strategic oversight for Balfour Beatty’s Central Texas Buildings operations and work alongside regional and national leadership teams to help leverage …

AUSTIN, TX — Braun Intertec announces Patrick Fortson, PG has joined its Austin, Texas, office as a Senior Scientist. Fortson brings more than 15 years of experience managing and leading soil and groundwater assessment and remediation projects to Braun Intertec, a 100 percent employee-owned geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and testing …

IRVING, TX — CEC Facilities Group hires Jeffrey Brown to support its MEP business development efforts. The new MEP Business Development Manager will report to Brad Smith, President of CEC.

Brown brings more than eight years of general contracting and office broker experience. He brings a background focused on …

FORT WORTH, TX— Dunaway, a multi-discipline design firm, announces it has named Kervin Campbell as its North Texas Regional Executive. The role is responsible for growing the business in the region as well as promoting and implementing strategic business development and marketing initiatives.

"Kervin's significant engineering experience along with …

HOUSTON, TX — The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) recognizes Griselda Gonzales, P.E., with the ASCE Texas Section as the 2021 Outstanding Civil Engineer Advocate of the Year. Gonzales’ efforts have promoted the civil engineering profession to state and local Texas lawmakers, advancing critical legislation within the Lone …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc., a distributor of heavy equipment and cranes in the central United States, announces that John Arapidis has been named President and CEO. Ed Kirby, the company’s Co-Founder, President, and CEO of nearly 40 years will step back from his current position …

NEWPORT NEWS, VA — Liebherr welcomes Kai Friedrich as Managing Director of Liebherr USA, Co. and Divisional Director of Construction Equipment.

In his role as Managing Director, he will provide leadership and guidance necessary to oversee and implement the corporate and strategic plans for the nine product segments under Liebherr …

DALLAS, TX — Manhattan Construction Company, a national construction services firm, announces the promotion of Jim Cuddihee to Senior Vice President of Field Operations. Cuddihee will provide executive oversight of the company's safety and quality programs, project team performance, project management, and craft education programs. Cuddihee previously served as …

Throughout 18 years with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), Duane Milligan, P.E., has taken on many challenges, from managing some of the highest-visibility mega-projects to now modernizing TxDOT’s contracting process.

Milligan became Director of TxDOT’s Construction Division in January 2021 and has been working on electronic contracting and …

DALLAS, TX — Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr, P.C. (Munsch Hardt) announces Bob Hancock and Adam Richie have been selected as Co-Chairs for the firm’s construction practice. Hancock will spearhead the controversy side of the practice, while Richie will simultaneously lead the transactional side of the practice. Together, they will …

FORT WORTH, TX — Ritchie Bros.' Texas team held a more than $50-million auction at its site in Fort Worth. The two-day online auction attracted more than 11,250 people to bid on 3,750 items. Approximately 90 percent of the assets in the auction were sold to U.S. buyers, including …

Rokbak is the new name for Terex Trucks, with the new brand representing the continuation of its strong hauling heritage with a future-focused vision. Throughout the last four decades, the company has never wavered in its promise to customers to deliver powerful and reliable articulated haulers — and that …

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces the selection of Brian Barth as the department’s second Deputy Executive Director. Barth will serve alongside Deputy Executive Director Brandye Hendrickson. Both positions report to Executive Director Marc Williams with Barth responsible for leading TxDOT’s program delivery overseeing all …

DALLAS, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national construction management firm and general contractor, welcomes Will Pender as President of its Gulf States region.

With more than a decade of construction leadership experience and a portfolio that includes several major metropolitan projects, Pender will drive strategic business operations …

HOUSTON, TX –– Angela Cotie, LEED AP BD&C, a leader in the local Houston construction industry, has been selected by Bartlett Cocke General Contractors to lead the company’s East Texas Region office as its new Vice President of Operations.

Cotie joins the firm with a background in construction having …

DALLAS, TX — Trammell Crow Company (TCC), a real estate development company, hires Nick Buehner as Assistant General Counsel, Director - Risk Management. Buehner will work directly with the firm’s General Counsel, Lisa Sher, and his responsibilities will include assessing the risk profile for real estate transactions, coordinating and …

IRVING, TX — CEC Facilities Group adds to its corporate leadership team with the hiring of Pete Marocco. Marocco, who has a background in military and public spaces, will be CEC’s Corporate Director of Operations. Based in CEC’s Irving headquarters, he will support Chief Operating Officer Burt Ingram’s …

AUSTIN, TX — Scott Haywood, a seasoned transportation professional with leadership experience in the public and private sectors, has been named HNTB Corporation’s Office Leader for the firm’s central and south Texas offices.

As central and south Texas Office Leader, he leads more than 140 multi-disciplinary professionals committed …

DALLAS, TX — LEO A DALY announces that Don Hensley, AIA, LEED AP, joins the firm as Vice President and Managing Principal in Dallas. In this role, he leads the Dallas design studio in all matters of strategy, business development, talent management, project delivery, and design excellence.

Hensley has …

DALLAS, TX — KAI Design announces the hiring of Senior Project Manager Clint Ashworth, NCARB, AIA, CSI, LEED Green Associate, at its Dallas-Fort Worth office.

As Senior Project Manager, Ashworth is responsible for leading the project and its team to a successful outcome. He has more than 30 years …

DALLAS, TX — KAI Enterprises announces the hiring of Mary Azad, P.E., LEED AP, as Senior Mechanical Engineer in its Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, office.

Azad comes to KAI with more than two decades of mechanical engineering and HVAC design experience on retrofits and new installation projects ranging from rooftop …

KATY, TX — KOBELCO Construction Machinery is recognized as the winner of the 2021 Lowest Cost of Ownership Award for Medium Crawler Excavators by EquipmentWatch.

“KOBELCO’s commitment to quality and innovation increases jobsite productivity and efficiency so that our customers can be more profitable,” said Dan Collins, Product …

DALLAS, TX — Construction Discovery Experts (CDE), a boutique eDiscovery and consulting firm tailored for the construction industry, promotes Kat Meyer to Vice President of Consulting. CDE provides eDiscovery consulting expertise and efficiency for legal counsel in the construction industry as well as best-in-class legal technology custom built for construction …

DALLAS, TX — MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) announces the appointment of Malynda Dickinson, CPA, CCIFP as the company's new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), according to Charles R. Myers, MYCON's President and Chief Executive Officer.

"We are very excited to have Dickinson on board to lead us," Myers said. …

HOUSTON, TX — Ritchie Bros.' Houston, Texas, auction saw a 30 percent increase in both gross transaction value and bidder registrations year over year. The two-day unreserved auction attracted 12,000 bidders and generated over $56 million in GTV.

"Our marketplaces continue to drive record-breaking demand, with online equipment views …

DALLAS, TX — TDIndustries, Inc. (TD) announces that Chief Financial Officer Evelyn Miller received the 2021 Executive of the Year Award from the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA).

The CFMA awards are held annually to recognize the outstanding achievements and contributions of individuals across the construction industry. Miller has 30-plus …

FORT WORTH, TX — The Texas District of the Institute of Transportation Engineers (TexITE) names Mark Mathis, P.E., as its 2021 Transportation Engineer of the Year.

A civil engineer with 36 years of experience, Mathis is a Senior Project Manager for Traffic Engineering at Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. …

When the demand for fuel slowed during the COVID-19 pandemic, Joe Trapani led efforts to expand the services of the Pipeline Division at Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc.

He found new opportunities in the renewable energy segment. Trapani now serves as Vice President and General Manager of the company’s new Energy Services, …

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation announces the selection of Brandye Hendrickson as the department’s new Deputy Executive Director. She is filling the position vacated by Marc Williams, who became TxDOT Executive Director on June 1. Hendrickson, who has extensive transportation experience on the state and national …

DALLAS, TX — The criteria to become a Senior Associate at VLK are individuals with significant experience and qualifications relative to their role within the firm. Senior Associates are self-motivated leaders who consistently take the initiative and use their capabilities, talent, and commitment to assume significant leadership roles.

AUSTIN, TX — White Construction Company (WCC) Austin has a new focus on interior finish-out. Building on an interiors portfolio that includes Whole Foods Market and the U.S. Courthouse Austin, WCC has recruited Herb Deazvedo as Director of Corporate Interiors. Deazvedo will guide a team of construction and business development …

CARROLLTON, TX — ASV Holdings Inc., a manufacturer of all-purpose and all-season compact track loaders and skid steers, grows its presence in the United States with the introduction of 21 new dealer locations across six dealers. The dealer added in the Texas Contractor area is Carrollton, Texas-based ROMCO Equipment …

HOUSTON, TX — Binkley & Barfield announces the appointment of Harold “JR” Reddish, PE, FNSPE, FSAME, LEED Green Associate, as President. Reddish joined Binkley & Barfield in 2018 as Chief Engineer. He succeeds Larry Barfield, PE, FNSPE, FTEF, who has now transitioned to Chairman of the Board.

With …

HOUSTON, TX — The Oil, Gas & Chemical Group of Burns & McDonnell promotes five individuals to expand services and capabilities.

Andrew Becker has been promoted to Technical and Strategic Adviser for the Oil, Gas & Chemical Group, working to streamline the firm’s strategic focus for future growth. Becker will …

DALLAS, TX — C&D World 2021, which took place in Austin, Texas, recognized the industry's best and brightest, in addition to collaborating, innovating, and learning about the latest trends and technologies. Mason Brown III from Big City Crushed Concrete in Dallas, Texas, was inducted into the C&D Hall of Fame, …

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — Mayor Paulette M. Guajardo and City Manager Peter Zanoni announce Mike Murphy as the new Chief Operating Officer for the City of Corpus Christi's Water Utilities.

In this new role, Murphy will designate and lead the strategic direction of the department to identify and develop …

DALLAS, TX — The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Board of Directors announces the appointment of Nadine Lee as its new President & Chief Executive Officer. Lee, an experienced transit industry leader and engineer who has worked in the transportation industry for nearly 30 years, will assume her new position …

WESTCHESTER, IL — The Independent Equipment Dealers Association (IEDA) hires Kim Phelan as its new Marketing Director. An association publishing professional, Phelan has a history in the construction equipment industry and the rental business. For 15 years, she has created or curated written and live content on business subjects ranging …

DALLAS, TX — KAI announces the expansion of its EngineeringGroup in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, with the addition of Mechanical Designer Sam Haddadin, EIT and Electrical Designers Mark Steele and Singee Nguyen.

“KAI is fortunate to have another infusion of skilled industry people join our practice with the latest addition …

HOUSTON, TX — Planning, engineering and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews, & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) appoints four employees — Mathew Busby, PE, Clement Medina, AIA, Ruba Shaikh, and Philip Wheat, PE — as Associates.

A Project Manager at LAN, Busby has 13 years of experience developing solutions …

Terex Trucks comes from a strong hauling heritage: with over 70 years of experience in building robust, reliable and tough articulated haulers, the Motherwell, Scotland-based manufacturer knows how to design machines that are trusted by customers to deliver a powerful performance in all conditions. Its two models, the 30.9-ton payload …

AUSTIN, TX — Neel-Schaffer, Inc. announces that Amber McCullough, PE, has joined the firm as a Senior Highway Design Transportation Engineer and Project Manager.

Based in Austin, Texas, McCullough has eight years of experience in transportation engineering design and project management. She has worked on a variety of projects …

DALLAS, TX — The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) Board of Directors announces the appointment of Jenna Covington, P.E., as Executive Director/General Manager. The board finalized its decision during a Special Called Board Meeting.

“Jenna has a strong track record in the water utility industry,” said NTMWD Board …

DALLAS, TX — Elizabeth Savage joins GEI Consultants as a Senior Water Resource Practice Lead. Based in GEI’s Dallas branch, Savage's breadth of experience will enable the GEI team to support communities across the state of Texas. Her work will help to address the state’s growing water needs with sound, …

FORT WORTH, TX — Buyer demand and equipment pricing continues to trend upwards at Ritchie Bros. auctions around the globe. Most recently the company sold over 4,300 equipment items and trucks for over $55 million at its site in Fort Worth, Texas. The online auction attracted more than 13,500 bidders …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — The Sundt Foundation adds new members to its board of directors. Chad Yount will represent the San Antonio region and Barbara Terry represents the North Texas region. The Sundt Foundation Board of Directors comprises 12 employee-owners, four appointed by the company and eight elected by the …

DALLAS, TX — Terramac, a manufacturer of rubber track crawler carriers, continues to expand representation in the North American market by adding ROMCO Equipment Co. to its growing dealer network. ROMCO is celebrating 60 years in the industry and serves the equipment market with a range of products and …

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Transportation Commission selected Marc Williams as the Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) new Executive Director. Williams, who has served as the agency’s Deputy Executive since 2016, recently began his new role.

Williams has worked at TxDOT since 2012, when he joined the department as …

Tucked away amongst wide swaths of agricultural fields and small, rural communities the Big Woods private waterfowl preserve is being developed by H2Dig LLC. The company specializes in premium outdoor recreational development and oftentimes is working in remote areas without great access to service stations, fuel, or equipment maintenance …

Ranked second among U.S. states in waterborne commerce, Texas ports handle 616.2 million tons of foreign and domestic cargo and generate $449.6 billion of economic value annually, representing 25 percent of the state’s gross domestic product.

As Chief of Operations for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Galveston District, …

DALLAS, TX — Neel-Schaffer, Inc. announces that Shashider (Shashi) Velugati, PE, has joined the firm as a Transportation Project Manager.

Based in Neel-Schaffer’s Dallas office, Velugati has more than 16 years of experience in transportation/civil engineering. He gained experience in major roadway design in Texas and New Jersey while …

CARROLLTON, TX — Yanmar Compact Equipment announces the introduction of five new dealers to its network. The dealer added in the Texas Contractor area is Carrollton, Texas-based ROMCO Equipment Company with eight locations.

“Dealers are absolutely vital to our success,” said Jeff Pate, Yanmar Compact Equipment North America Director …

HOUSTON, TX — Design Workshop, an international landscape architecture, planning, and urban design firm, announces three promotions to Associate in the Houston office: Brian Chambers, Tarana Hafiz, and Erin Ringsred.

"This group exhibits a high level of professional expertise and achievement and passion for their work," …

DALLAS, TX — Completing the strategic aims of merging with global design firm DLR Group in 2017, DLR Group Staffelbach announces leadership changes within its core Workplace Studio in Dallas. Jonathan Grefaldon, RA, LEED AP, will lead DLR Group’s Workplace practice and Art Bloodworth, RID, will lead design …

GARNER, IA — Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. (IMT), an Oshkosh Corporation company, is commemorating its 60th anniversary by celebrating its team members and the local community.

IMT products have now been a part of the building supply, construction, tire service, public works, mining, railroad, rental, and propane markets for …

AUSTIN, TX — Andrew Johnson has been promoted to lead HDR's oil, gas, and chemicals practice. Based in Austin, Texas, he partners with clients on technical project execution, resource allocation, and carrying out strategic initiatives.

“As the oil, gas, and chemical industries work to address ambitious decarbonization goals, I’m …

CHICAGO, IL — Looking for a hydraulic breaker attachment that is simple to use, powerful, and compatible with your Komatsu excavator? Take a look at the high-performance efficiency and unique variable energy technology incorporated into Komatsu’s expanded line of JTHB-G and JMHB-H hydraulic breakers.

Designed and tested for compatibility with …

HOUSTON, TX — Planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews, & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) appoints six engineers — Phil Barnes, Bruce Dinkheller, Christine Kirby, Mark Mathis, Yu-Chun Su, and Greg Vaughn — as Senior Associates.

“From the time they joined the firm, they have …

HOUSTON, TX — Planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews, & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) promotes Jeremy N. Nakashima, PE, to Vice President.

Nakashima, who joined LAN in 2010, has more than 26 years of experience as a Project Manager and Design Engineer. Currently, he leads the firm’s water …

HOUSTON, TX — The board of directors of McKim & Creed, Inc., an engineering and geomatics firm, announces that Steven W. Smith, PE, has been appointed the company’s next Chief Executive Officer. John T. Lucey, Jr., PE, McKim & Creed’s CEO since 2014, will continue to serve …

HOUSTON, TX — Neel-Schaffer, Inc. announces that David Migl, PE, has joined the firm as a Water Resources Engineer. Based in the Houston office, Migl has nearly ten years of experience as a Project Manager and Engineer.

He has experience working with Harris County to improve drainage and road …

AUSTIN, TX — Pfluger Architects promotes Austin employee Estefania “Stefi” Santacruz RA, LEED Green Associate, to Principal of the firm. Santacruz started with Pfluger in 2015 as an Intern Architect, but her love of architecture began much earlier. When she was about ten, architecture sparked her imagination. That love …

CHICAGO, IL — Sakai America has added Linden Talley as a Regional Sales Manager to their heavy equipment sales team, focusing on soil and asphalt rollers. He will work with new and current Sakai dealers in the Midwest United States. Talley will cover the following states: Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, …

DALLAS, TX — Steve Salin, AICP, joins HDR’s transportation team as a Senior Transit Consultant.

Based in Dallas, Salin will apply his strategic, client-focused approach to some of HDR's largest transit projects in the region, including the Project Connect transit program in Austin. He will provide expert insight …

FORT WORTH, TX — Fort Worth, Texas-based Speed Fab-Crete has been honored with two national awards from the National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA) for excellence in safety and quality production. Speed Fab-Crete was honored during the NPCA’s “The Precast Show 2021”.

Speed Fab-Crete received the NPCA’s highest honor for safety …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — The Sundt Foundation names Stefanie Teller as the organization’s new Executive Director at its recent annual meeting. The Sundt Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Sundt Construction. The foundation distributes approximately $1 million each year in grants to nonprofit organizations that focus on improving the …

HOUSTON, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces the selection of Daniel J. Dvorak, PE as the new Fort Bend/Waller Assistant Area Engineer for the Houston District.

Dvorak graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering in May 2008. He has over …

DALLAS, TX — Neel-Schaffer, Inc. announces that Shashider (Shashi) Velugati, PE, has joined the firm as a Transportation Project Manager.

Based in Neel-Schaffer’s Dallas office, Velugati has more than 16 years of experience in transportation/civil engineering. He gained experience in major roadway design in Texas and New Jersey while …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — VLK Architects announces that Gopinath “Gopi” Akalkotkar, COA, AIA, LEED AP, has joined the firm as Principal. Akalkotkar will be responsible for leading VLK’s efforts in San Antonio and the South Texas market.

“We are excited that Gopi has decided to join VLK. His experience …

For Iris Jancik, P.E., Vice President of Business Development and Sales for Plasson USA in Stafford, Texas, the global power of energy and water drew her to civil engineering.

“I traveled all over the world and was involved in fascinating projects in the Middle East, Africa, the Far East, …

DALLAS, TX — CASE Construction Equipment and Associated Supply Company, Inc. (ASCO) have launched one of the first CASE ReNew Centers at the dealer’s Dallas-Fort Worth location (Euless). The CASE ReNew Center will thoroughly inspect, service, and recondition CASE lease returns and/or other used CASE equipment, which will then be …

DALLAS, TX — Satterfield & Pontikes (S&P) appoints Jeff Brooks as Vice President to lead the newly-established Healthcare Center of Excellence (COE). The addition of this COE signals S&P’s intent to diversify the scope of its existing portfolio as a means to increase market share and add value to the …

HOUSTON, TX — Across the Terex Trucks network of around 40 dealers in the U.S., one of them sold more articulated haulers than any other dealer in North America: Easton Sales and Rentals. That is why Terex Trucks has presented the family-run business with its annual Top Dealer Award. …

MILWAUKEE, WI — As the industry emerges from a full year under the COVID-19 cloud, a clear majority (88 percent) of equipment manufacturers report a positive outlook for 2021, according to a new survey released by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. More than half (55 percent) of the respondents …

HOUSTON, TX — General Manager Lionel Autaa of Autaa Group — which includes MCM Levage as one of its companies — could barely wait to take delivery of the new Demag CC 3800-1.

“Erecting wind turbines has always been an important business area for MCM, so when the company was …

DALLAS, TX — MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) announces that Chip Myers, AC, CMIT, LEED Green Associate, Senior Project Manager, has been named a Partner, according to Charles R. Myers, MYCON’s President and CEO.

“Chip has grown up in this business, so it is gratifying to see how …

HOUSTON, TX — National Trench Safety (NTS) and Trench Plate Rental Company (TPRC), two pure-play providers of trench safety solutions in the U.S., announce that they have entered into a definitive agreement to merge. The combined company will be majority-owned by Tailwind Capital. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. …

FORT WORTH, TX — Ritchie Bros. conducted its largest Texas auction ever, attracting 76 percent more bidders year over year and achieving $95 million in gross transaction value — surpassing its previous Texas sales record, set June 2020, by 17 percent.

The Fort Worth auction attracted a record 16,000-plus bidders …

DALLAS/FORT WORTH, TX — Skanska USA announces that Joe Lindemann, an industry veteran with 38 years of experience in commercial construction, has been promoted to Vice President of Operations in North Texas. Lindemann, who is based in Skanska’s North Texas office, joined the company in 1983 as a Laborer …

HOUSTON, TX — Timothy D. Strucely and Anna Elisa Montez join planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as Program Managers. They will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing the design and construction of K-12 school facilities and higher education projects. They also will …

As the circular economy ramps up, waste management facilities are gaining in importance. To optimize their operations, these sites need productive, cost-efficient machinery. Delivering high performance, fuel efficiency and excellent productivity, Terex Trucks articulated haulers are well-suited to meet the demands of recycling and resource management facilities.

Every year, Terex …

Volvo CE is adding to its demolition lineup with the new 38-ton EC380E Straight Boom Excavator, which replaces the traditional boom-and-stick approach with a 23-foot straight boom and purpose-built arm. This custom-built excavator offers a significant height advantage over standard models along with outstanding reach, stability, cab protections and durability, …

AUSTIN, TX — The American Public Works Association (APWA) announces the selection of Yuejiao Liu, PE, PMP as a 2021 Jennings Randolph International Fellow. Liu is a Project Manager Supervisor for the City of Austin Public Works in Texas. She will conduct public works study tours in Denmark and will …

DALLAS, TX — City Electric Supply (CES) CFO Phil Flaherty joined the company over 30 years ago. Today, CES announces that he will be taking on the new position of Global Chief Financial Officer. In his new role, Flaherty will oversee the U.S. and UK accounting teams while growing and …

LUBBOCK, TX — Freese and Nichols, Inc., adds Wade Barnes, Ph.D., PE, CFM, to its growing Lubbock office to lead stormwater projects that will strengthen flood protections for clients across the West Texas region.

Barnes brings more than a decade of experience in designing and modeling storm sewer …

HOUSTON, TX — Freese and Nichols, Inc., adds Chuck Gilman, PE, PMP, an experienced public works leader, to its program management team to oversee large, multiyear water/wastewater infrastructure capital improvement programs.

Gilman brings more than two decades of civil engineering expertise, plus particular insights from 13 years in …

AUSTIN, TX — Governor Greg Abbott reappoints J. Bruce Bugg, Jr. and Alvin New to the Texas Transportation Commission for terms set to expire on February 1, 2027. Bugg will continue to serve as Chairman. The commission governs the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and is responsible for policymaking regarding …

RICHARDSON, TX — Halff Associates, Inc., an engineering/architecture consulting firm, announces Jessica Baker, PE, PMP, CFM, as the firm’s Chief Marketing Officer and newest management team member.

Baker started her career at Halff as an Intern in 2003 while earning her Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from …

HOUSTON, TX — Mario Chapa, PE, joins planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as a Regional Water/Wastewater Practice Lead.

In this role, he will be responsible for building client relationships and expanding the firm’s water and wastewater practice in Houston, ensuring the design …

McCarthy Holdings, Inc., appointed Kamecia Mason as their first Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in January 2021.

“I’m incredibly proud to be a partner in an organization where our leadership recognizes that this work is a business imperative and not a program,” Mason said.

In her new …

DALLAS, TX — MYCON General Contractors, Inc. announces that Ryan Stoll, LEED AP BD+C, Vice President of the firm, has been named a Partner, according to Charles R. Myers, MYCON’s President and CEO.

“Ryan started his career at MYCON while still in high school. It has been a …

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — City Manager Peter Zanoni appoints a new Director and Deputy Director at Corpus Christi International Airport (CCIA).

Kevin Smith is now serving as Director of Aviation at CCIA. Smith came to the city back in April of 2020 and has served as Assistant Director until his …

HOUSTON, TX — Satterfield & Pontikes Construction announces that its Safety Director, Ralph Bradley, earned a National Safety Excellence Award from ABC National, presented at the 31st annual Excellence in Construction Awards. The company is honored to be recognized as a leader in safety in the construction industry. …

COLLEGE STATION, TX — The Steel Bridge Task Force Oversight Council of the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI), 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 selected Matthew Yarnold, Ph.D., PE, …

AUSTIN, TX — WGI announces that Texas-based national engineering thought leader Leigh Thomas (Cerda) joined the firm as Director of Public Infrastructure - Water, in the Civil Engineering Division. Thomas will be based in the Austin, Texas, office.

“Leigh is a national leader in water and wastewater systems. Her reputation …

HOUSTON, TX — Abel Design Group Principal Ken Harry began the transition from the role of Abel Design Group Principal to Advisor and Consultant. Moving forward, Harry will strategically serve select Abel Design Group clients and pursue other interests. A practicing Architect for 48 years, Harry spent 43 years as …

AUSTIN, TX — Executive Director James Bass announces his intention to retire from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), effective at the end of May.

"Earlier today I informed the commission of my plans to retire as TxDOT Executive Director at the end of May. This will coincide with the …

“When I first got into construction, I didn’t want to draw attention to the fact that I was a woman,” said Danielle Dlugosh, Area Superintendent for Hensel Phelps Construction in Austin, Texas. “When I joined the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), I learned to be proud that …

DALLAS, TX — Tom Ellis, PE, joins planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as Vice President and Director of its Transportation Business Group.

Ellis has more than 35 years of transportation planning and design experience in the public and private sectors. Previously, he …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Freese and Nichols, Inc., hires Lewis Bernard, PE, an experienced Mechanical Engineer, to lead stormwater pump station projects and help expand the flood protection solutions for clients along the Gulf Coast and Southeastern United States.

Bernard has led diverse design teams on multi-million-dollar projects …

FORT WORTH, TX — Freese and Nichols, Inc., promotes Jeff Payne, PE, a longtime manager with nationally recognized leadership experience, to Executive Vice President as the company prepares for succession changes. As a new members of the Executive Team, Payne oversees South Central Operations, which covers Texas and …

DALLAS, TX — The North Texas Offices of HNTB Corporation, an infrastructure solutions firm, have been recognized by the Regional Black Contractors Association (RBCA) as the first-ever recipient of the Horizontal Program Manager of the Year Award. The award is presented to a firm that shows interest in strategizing …

DALLAS, TX — KAI Engineering announces the hiring of Mike Tamagni, PE as Senior Mechanical Engineer at its Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, office.

Tamagni has 21 years of mechanical engineering experience in HVAC and plumbing design. During his career, he has worked on projects in industries ranging from airport facilities, industrial …

DALLAS, TX — McCarthy Holdings, Inc. announces Kamecia Mason has been selected to serve as the firm’s Vice President, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I). In this new role, she will build upon and expand significant company DE&I efforts already in place to evolve the firm’s national internal and external strategy …

HOUSTON, TX — The METRO Board of Directors welcomes its newest Board Member. Chris Hollins was sworn in, during a virtual ceremony, by METRO Board Chair Carrin Patman. The 34-year-old Houston Attorney was appointed to the position by the Harris County Commissioners Court.

Hollins most recently served in the …

DALLAS, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces the appointment of Duane Milligan, PE, as Director of the Construction Division. In his new role, Milligan will oversee the statewide construction program.

Milligan earned his bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of Texas at Austin in …

DALLAS, TX — MYCON General Contractors, Inc. announces Chris Martin's promotion to Vice President of Technology Services. Charles R. Myers, President and Chief Executive Officer of MYCON, recently announced the promotion.

"I'm grateful for the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of our business needs and direction and …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — The VIA Board of Trustees has unanimously elected Fernando Reyes, a local businessman, entrepreneur, and community leader, as its Chair, with an initial term to lead the agency’s governing body from January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2022.

Reyes succeeds Hope Andrade, who was …

ATLANTA, GA — Takeuchi-US, a manufacturer of compact equipment, promotes Shay Klusmeyer to Divisional Manager. Formerly Takeuchi’s Central Midwest Regional Manager, Klusmeyer will now lead Takeuchi’s regional business managers and regional product managers as they support dealers and customers in the company’s West, Southwest, Central Midwest, and Midwest regions. …

AUSTIN, TX — Beaumont resident Kal Kincaid took over as President of the AGC of Texas, an association of highway construction contractors responsible for building and maintaining the state’s network of roads and bridges.

Kincaid, President of Gulf Coast Construction Company, will serve a one-year term as head …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President-elect Joe Biden has nominated Pete Buttigieg as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT). The former two-term South Bend, Indiana, mayor (2012 to January 2020) was a contender for the Democratic presidential nomination earlier this year. He withdrew from the race and endorsed Biden …

SUWANEE, GA — Heavy equipment companies in the South now have greater access to Doosan machines, parts, and service. Equipment Incorporated has expanded with three new dealer locations. The new Equipment Incorporated dealerships add to the company’s existing locations that serve customers across Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas.

Equipment Incorporated …

HOUSTON, TX — Trent Burns, Instructor and Inspector with Crane Inspection & Certification Bureau (CICB), has been selected to join 25 other volunteers to develop a new certification program for telehandler operators.

The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) made the decision to develop this new …

HOUSTON, TX — BGE Principal and Director of Land Development Mike Fitzgerald, PE was elected to the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Academy of Fellows. The designation of Fellow is bestowed upon members who have dedicated outstanding service to the organization, military engineering, and the A/E/C industry.

Fitzgerald has …

IRVING, TX — Flour announces an updated organizational and reporting structure that better aligns its business with identified growth markets and company strategy. Beginning in the first quarter of 2021, Fluor will conduct its operations in three business segments: Energy Solutions, Urban Solutions, and Mission Solutions.

Jim Breuer is the …

RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TX — Pedro "Pete" Alvarez, District Engineer for the Texas Department of Transportation's (TxDOT) Pharr District, has been selected as a recipient of AASHTO’s President’s Transportation Award for Planning. This award recognizes exemplary service during the year that has furthered transportation activities with a …

WACO, TX — Manitou Group, a worldwide reference in handling, access platforms, and earthmoving solutions, announces that it will cease operations in Waco, Texas, at the end of March 2021 and consolidate most of the production in South Dakota.

To further optimize its production capacities within the United States, …

HOUSTON, TX — AGC Houston has elected John Marshall as its Chairman for a two-year term from January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2022. Marshall is Vice President of Satterfield & Pontikes Construction, Inc. and has been with the firm since 2002. Marshall graduated with a business degree from Boise …

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — McCarthy Building Companies promotes Stephanie Bonner to the position of Project Director of McCarthy EQUIP. A national service offering, McCarthy EQUIP provides health care organizations with a full range of medical equipment-related expertise.

In this new position, Bonner assumes a leadership role in overseeing medical equipment …

DALLAS, TX — National construction law firm Peckar & Abramson, P.C. (P&A) announces promotions for four of its construction law attorneys in Dallas and Houston.

“Peckar & Abramson’s 2021 promotions reflect each attorney’s dedication and commitment to our clients and the industries we serve, their exceptional work ethic, and remarkable …

AUSTIN, TX — Christian Owens, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, joins Pfluger Architects as Principal, Director of Design. A graduate of Texas Tech University, Owens has two decades of experience designing a range of project types including K-12, higher education, health care, and commercial facilities.

Owens places value on …

FORT WORTH, TX — Ritchie Bros. held its final auction of the year at one of its largest auction sites in Fort Worth, Texas. The Fort Worth team sold over $69 million of equipment in just two days. The auction was conducted 100 percent online due to COVID-19. Ritchie Bros. …

As Texas population grows, the state’s civil infrastructure requires maintenance and expansion. Add to that the strain of severe events like hurricanes and wildfires, and tried-and-true construction methods may not suffice.

“Fast-track construction and its proper implementation are keys to successful growth of a resilient infrastructure,” said Matthew Singel, P.E. …

HOUSTON, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces the appointment of Hamoon Bahrami, PE, as the new West Harris Area Engineer for the Houston District. In his new role, Bahrami will oversee the day to day functions and operations of the West Harris Area Office and the …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces the appointment of Gina E. Gallegos, PE, as the new San Antonio District Engineer.

In her new role, Gallegos will oversee the planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the state transportation system for the District’s 12 counties. …

HOUSTON, TX — In a move to streamline its operations, Vortex Companies, LLC has divided its products and services into separate operating divisions announces Mike Vellano, CEO of the Vortex Companies.

"We have experienced tremendous growth over the last 12 months, due in large part to exceptional leadership from …

BRENHAM, TX — Blake Clements, AIA, NCARB joins PlanNorth Architectural Co. as Principal Architect. He has more than 25 years of experience working with communities to plan and design educational facilities. Clements will bolster PlanNorth’s expertise with his portfolio of public K-12, community college, and multi-use educational projects. Clements will …

HOUSTON, TX — McCarthy Building Companies promotes Stephanie Bonner to the position of Project Director of McCarthy EQUIP. A national service offering, McCarthy EQUIP provides health care organizations with a full range of medical equipment-related expertise.

In this new position, Bonner assumes a leadership role in overseeing medical equipment planning …

HOUSTON, TX — Engineering industry veteran David Carter is transitioning to structural engineering firm Ensight Haynes Whaley, in the newly created position of Chief Operating Officer. Carter will oversee operations, business development, and marketing. He brings over 25 years of operations and sales management experience to the firm.

Carter …

AUSTIN, TX ― The National Academy of Construction has elected John N. Cryer III, the retired CEO of Page, as a member of its class of 2020. He was formally inducted during the NAC annual meeting, which was held online.

During the induction ceremony, Cryer was cited as an …

HOUSTON, TX — Curry Supply Co. expands its regional sales team with the addition of E. Marshall Hale as a Regional Sales Manager. Hale, who resides in Texas, will offer direct support for Curry Supply’s Houston (Deer Park) location, in addition to operating as the main contact for Curry Supply …

Equipment and software investment growth fared better than overall GDP growth in 2020 as businesses invested to adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic, and growth should remain well into positive territory in the beginning of 2021. Annual equipment and software investment growth of 7.8 percent is forecast for 2021. Annual U.S. …

IRVING, TX — Fluor Corporation announces that David E. Constable, a member of the Fluor Board of Directors, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Constable succeeds Carlos Hernandez, who has retired as CEO and a member of the company’s board.

Constable is an executive with significant international …

HOUSTON, TX — Gibbs & Cox, Inc., a naval architecture and marine engineering company, announces the expansion of services into Houston, Texas. The office will be led by Todd Carrico, an innovator in naval and offshore marine engineering technologies.

The vision of the Houston office is threefold: to …

HOUSTON, TX — JE Dunn Construction, a general building contractor, welcomes Rusty DeBorde as the new Vice President, Senior Client Solutions Director of the Houston office. In this position, he will lead all business development efforts in the Houston metropolitan area and southeast Texas.

DeBorde is a graduate of …

DALLAS, TX — KAI announces the expansion of its design group with the hiring of Architectural Associates Moriah Sims, Assoc. AIA and Jeremy Sims, Assoc. AIA in its Dallas-Fort Worth office. As Architectural Associates, each will work on all phases of project design, from conceptual/schematic design through the construction documents. …

LUBBOCK, TX — David Kouth joins Freese and Nichols, Inc., as a Senior Electrical Engineer to expand expertise on the firm’s growing Facilities team and to bring additional resources to clients in the region.

Kouth has more than 27 years of experience, including extensive work on commercial and military …

AUSTIN, TX — National civil engineering and surveying firm Manhard Consulting has opened a new office in Austin, Texas. The firm’s newest location, its 10th office nationwide, is managed by Jesse Conrad, Vice President, who is based in the company’s Dallas office and responsible for managing all of Texas. …

HOUSTON, TX — Pure Safety Group (PSG), an independent height safety product development, manufacturing, and training company, hires Dale Bartelson as Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Bartelson will oversee sales, business development, training, customer service, and commercial marketing for PSG in North America and Latin America.

Bartelson has …

AUSTIN, TX — Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian recently participated in the Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission (IOGCC) virtual annual meeting. At the meeting, Christian was selected to be Vice Chairman of the commission, serving under Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt.

“I am honored to enter this new leadership role for …

HOUSTON, TX — EPC expert Rudolph Tejeda Jr. joins Structure Tone Southwest’s Houston team. As the new Vice President of Industrial Construction, Tejeda will oversee the office’s expansion into the sector and manage Houston’s industrial construction operations.

Tejeda has more than 26 years of experience in delivering the most …

EL PASO, TX — Sundt Construction, Inc. promotes Alexi Santillan, Gianna Aguierra, Sandra Perez, and Mike Dominguez Jr. in its El Paso, Texas, office.

“Alexi, Gianna, Sandra, and Mike have all been instrumental members of Sundt over the past years,” said Joseph Riccillo, Project Director for …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Sundt Construction, Inc. promotes Hayden Boster, Meagen Garcia, Zachary Hladek, and Artemio Patino in its San Antonio office.

“All four have contributed greatly to our work throughout San Antonio,” said Jon McKelvain, Project Executive for Sundt’s Building Group. “Meagen, Art, Zach, and …

DALLAS, TX — Dan Thomas, AIA, ACHA, NCARB, EDAC, rejoins HDR as a Health Principal in the Dallas studio. In this position, Thomas will lead HDR’s health practice in the Dallas area, employing over 25 years of experience in patient-centered health care design and planning.

Thomas has a history …

Ronnie Bates, Administrator for the Texas Chapter of the American Public Works Association (TX-APWA, formerly known as TPWA), learned long ago the importance of collaboration in meeting public works challenges, from emergency response to changing transportation technologies.

“In 1993, my boss in the City of Lewisville, Texas, introduced me to …

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces the appointment of Alanna Bettis, PE, as Deputy Director of the Maintenance Division.

Bettis received her architectural engineering degree from the University of Texas at Austin in 2002 and her Professional Engineer’s license in 2007. Bettis joined TxDOT in …

DALLAS, TX — Tom Brennan, a Partner in GeoShack for more than 25 years, retired with a virtual party and ceremony at GeoShack’s Houston retail store. Brennan was treated to a large screen with various friends, family, co-workers, and associates from many years in the industry all logging in …

SAN ANGELO, TX — The San Angelo District of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has a new District Engineer. Christopher Cowen, PE, was appointed to the position following the August retirement of District Engineer Mark E. Jones, PE. Cowen oversees the planning, designing, building, operation, and maintenance …

HOUSTON, TX — The American Segmental Bridge Institute honored HNTB Resident Engineer Gowen Dishman, PE, with a 2020 Leadership Award. The honor was announced during the ASBI Virtual Conference. Dishman is based in the firm's Houston office.

Over the past four decades, Dishman has served as Erection Engineer, Casting …

NORCROSS, GA — Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas, Inc. (HCEA), welcomes J.Y. Kim as President. 28-year Hyundai veteran Kim began his career as part of an overseas sales team to support North American Operations, and later worked at HCEA’s Chicago office from 2004 to 2008.

He was instrumental in establishing a …

DALLAS, TX — KAI announces the hiring of Eduardo Ponce, RA as Senior Project Architect at its Dallas-Forth Worth, Texas office. Ponce is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating the overall design and documentation of projects from start to finish.

Ponce has enjoyed a 22-year career. Prior to KAI, he …

FORT WORTH, TX — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) has hired Gavin Cole as Sales Manager for its Fort Worth, Abilene, and Waco locations. Cole brings over 24 years of experience in managing sales and dealer operations to the position, most recently serving as General Manager of Briggs Equipment in Houston. …

HOUSTON, TX — Lisa Lattu, PE, AICP, and Christopher Clark, PE, join planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as Senior Project Manager and Project Manager, respectively. Lattu will be responsible for providing project management and growing the firm’s water resources and planning …

DALLAS, TX — Charles R. Myers, President and Chief Executive Officer of MYCON, announces the promotion of Ryan Stoll, LEED AP BD+C to Vice President.

As Vice President, Stoll is responsible for developing and maintaining client relationships and managing preconstruction. He also focuses on the operational execution of …

TYLER, TX — The North East Texas Regional Mobility Authority (NET RMA) announces that Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) veteran and Tyler native Glenn Green has been named the organization’s new Executive Director.

Green brings over 35 years of TxDOT experience to the role. Prior to joining NET RMA, he …

HOUSTON, TX — McKim & Creed, an engineering, surveying, and design-build company, announces that Duane Germenis has joined the company as Regional Business Development Director. In this role, he will build client relationships and expand McKim & Creed’s client base within the oil & gas and industrial water/wastewater industries …

AUSTIN, TX — Pfluger Architects, Inc. announces the promotion of six individuals throughout the company's Texas offices.

The Board of Directors has promoted Derek Pennant-Jones, MBA, to Senior Associate. Pennant-Jones is Pfluger’s Controller and has over 20 years of experience in accounting and finance. He graduated with a Bachelor …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — David Zachry, CEO of San Antonio-based Zachry Corp. and a long-time volunteer leader in the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), is the 2020 recipient of the organization’s highest honor — the ARTBA Award. It was presented during a special ceremony at ARTBA’s national …

AUSTIN, TX — Construction expert Ray McCoy joins Structure Tone Southwest to lead the company’s Austin, Texas, operations. As the new Regional Vice President of the Austin office, McCoy will oversee the office’s strategic growth, business development, client relationships, and overall operations.

McCoy has been working in the construction industry …

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) designated the initial voting members of Texas’ first-ever regional flood planning groups that represent the state’s 15 flood planning regions.

“Local leaders and community members know their areas best, and the regional flood planning process enables them to coordinate with their …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces that Mario Jorge has decided to retire at the end of December 2020. This will bring an end to his TxDOT career that spans more than 36 years.

Jorge and his family immigrated from Cuba through Spain to the …

DEERFIELD, IL — Caterpillar Inc. has signed an agreement to acquire the Oil & Gas Division (Weir Oil & Gas) of the Weir Group PLC, a Scotland-based global engineering business. Headquartered near Fort Worth, Texas, Weir Oil & Gas produces a full line of pumps, flow iron, consumable parts, …

DALLAS, TX — As Clune Construction (Clune) continues to grow its national presence, the company officially announces their location in Dallas, after several years in the market as a satellite office. Executive Managing Director, Brian O’Shea will head up the office.

“As Clune advances our national growth, we are excited …

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — Pfluger Architects, Inc. is increasing its South Texas presence with an office in Corpus Christi, led by Sean Connor, AIA, ALEP.

Connor has been with Pfluger since 1991 and has helped Pfluger find growth in Austin and Houston. Under his leadership, Pfluger has expanded its …

AUSTIN, TX — Commissioner Christi Craddick was unanimously elected Chairman of the Railroad Commission of Texas during their commission conference. Following her election, Craddick gave remarks on her agenda for the agency.

“I am honored to be selected to serve as Chairman of the Texas Railroad Commission," she said. "I …

HOUSTON, TX — Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) announces that Mike Vellano, President and CEO of Vortex Companies (Vortex) was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year 2020 Gulf Coast Area Award finalist. Now in its 34th year, the Entrepreneur Of The Year program honors entrepreneurial business leaders …

HOUSTON, TX — A new version of HCSS Aerial, a cloud-based solution for continuous monitoring of infrastructure construction projects, has launched. This version adds additional features to make job site mapping and data visualization easier and more effective.

HCSS Aerial users in the heavy civil industry already benefit from the …

AUSTIN, TX — Benjamin Jenschke, PE, joins national planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as a Project Manager. In this role, he will design and manage transit and municipal transportation projects.

Jenschke has 13 years of experience as a Civil Engineer. Previously, he …

FT. WORTH, TX — KAI announces the expansion of their engineering group with the hiring of Edna Bartolomei-Diaz, EIT, LEED AP BD+C as Senior Mechanical Designer; Khan Okouny Pouch as Senior Mechanical Designer; and Mariliz Peniza as Mechanical Designer at its Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas office.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) hires Robert Perkins as a Paving & Compaction Specialist for its Road Construction and Minerals Division. Perkins brings nearly two decades of experience related to both the heavy highway construction and heavy equipment industries to the position.

“Robert has paved everything from …

WEST BEND, WI — Manitou Group announces the appointment of Ilmars Nartish to the position of Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Manitou North America, effective immediately.

“We are excited to welcome Ilmars to Manitou North America. With more than 13 years working with Manitou Group, his knowledge …

As part of the $42.6 million I-35 at Oltorf Street project in Austin, Texas, general contractor OHL USA, Inc., of Austin needed to demolish a prestressed concrete, box beam bridge across Interstate 35 mainlanes – in an area that sees more than 200,000 vehicles a day – then construct …

AUTSIN, TX — Patti Engineering, Inc., a control system integration company based in Auburn Hills, Michigan, with offices in Texas and Indiana, announces changes in the company’s Austin, Texas, management team to meet the rising demand for the company’s services.

Patti Engineering has hired new Business Development Manager Tim …

In 2019, Texas’ oil and gas industry set production records, accounting for roughly 30 percent of the state’s economy. In 2020, with the COVID-19 pandemic, oil and gas company bankruptcies have risen 62 percent compared to last year.

“It’s hard to predict what will happen next, but the industry has …

DALLAS, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces the appointment of Vernon M. Webb, PE as the Tyler District Engineer.

Webb is a 1995 graduate of the University of Texas. He worked summers for TxDOT before graduation and after graduation began working full time as an Engineering Assistant …

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has announced the appointment of Marisabel Z. Ramthun, PE, as Director of the Design Division. In her new role, Ramthun will oversee the statewide activities for project development from conception to final PS&E processing for construction bidding.

Ramthun is a …

DALLAS, TX — Rodney Schlosser, SVP/Business Development & Strategic Partnerships at Asurion, has been appointed by the Dallas City Council to serve on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) board.

Schlosser, who will represent the City of Dallas, has been with Asurion for over 20 years and focuses …

FT WORTH, TX — Freese and Nichols has added Financial Services Director Richard Campbell to lead its work in helping municipal clients across the South and Southeast develop funding strategies for their water-related infrastructure projects.

With national experience leading projects involving water, wastewater, reclaimed water, stormwater, electric, and natural gas …

AUSTIN, TX — Lindsay Wood, PE, rejoins HNTB Corporation as Senior Project Manager and Associate Vice President, based in the firm’s Austin office.

In this role, Wood helps lead a variety of public transit projects, both in Austin and across the state, including engagement in the Capital Metropolitan Transportation …

WATERLOO, IA — John Deere Power Systems (JDPS) announces a change to its leadership team in response to the planned retirement of David Hoffman, who acted as Director of Worldwide Marketing, Sales, and Customer Support.

After more than 41 years of service at John Deere, Hoffman has announced his …

DALLAS, TX — KAI Enterprises President Darren L. James, FAIA has been appointed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners (TBAE). The nine-member board governs a multi-profession regulatory agency that oversees the examination, registration, and professional regulation of architects, interior designers, and landscape architects.

James, …

DALLAS, TX — Recent KAI new hire Chris Upton, AIA brings a unique perspective to his position as Education Practice Leader in the firm’s Dallas-Fort Worth office, having previously managed construction for Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District in Grapevine, Texas.

“Coming from the owner’s side of the table, I understand the …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) hires Vern Gunderson as Vice President of Road Construction & Minerals. Gunderson is responsible for Kirby-Smith's road construction and minerals division and will lead the heavy equipment distributor’s sales, rental, and customer support efforts related to its Wirtgen Group (Wirtgen, Vögele, Hamm …

HOUSTON, TX — Ritchie Bros. sold more than 5,300 equipment items and trucks for over $57 million, setting new site records for total gross transactional value for an August auction and total number of registered bidders.

The August 25-26 Houston auction, which was conducted with online-bidding only, attracted over 11,100 …

DALLAS, TX — Anderson Paving, Inc. announces the addition of Matthew W. Singel, PE. Singel has expertise in fast-track construction technologies including stabilized base materials, in-place pavement recycling, and industrial pavement applications. He most recently served as Director of Soil Cement and RCC Pavements for the Cement Council of …

DALLAS/FT WORTH, TX — Skanska, a construction and development firm, announces the promotion of Todd Reeves to Vice President/Project Executive in North Texas.

An industry veteran with 19 years of experience in commercial construction, Reeves is based in Skanska’s North Texas office. He was most recently a Project Executive …

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces the appointment of James Stevenson, PE, as Director of the Maintenance Division. In his new role, Stevenson will oversee the statewide maintenance program.

Stevenson received his civil engineering degree from the University of Texas at El Paso in 1994 …

LUFKIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) named Kelly O. Morris, PE, to serve as the Lufkin District Engineer.

Morris began her career at TxDOT as a summer employee in 1993 and later began working full time as an Engineer In Training in the Livingston Area Office. …

New technologies and processes can improve project efficiency, safety, and quality – even get new hires up to speed faster – but finding the best way to implement them takes time and research.

In her work at The University of Texas (UT) at Austin, Fernanda Leite, Ph.D., P.E., Associate …

HOUSTON, TX — Vortex Companies announces that it has promoted Ram Vela to fill the new role of Chief Information Officer (CIO), where he will spearhead the company's commitment to using technology, innovation, and data analytics to improve business operations. Although he will report directly to Mike Vellano, President …

HOUSTON, TX — Johnston announces the promotion of Melissa Wright to Managing Director. Wright's strategic guidance and direction will help the company achieve its vision, mission, and long-term strategic goals.

“We are very excited to promote Melissa to Managing Director,” said Alan Johnston, President. “Melissa has done an outstanding …

DALLAS, TX — Pfluger Architects, Inc. announces the addition of Alex Zulas as Senior Project Architect to their Dallas-Fort Worth office.

Zulas began his career in New York after graduating from Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a Master of Science in architecture design and computation. In 2014, he moved to …

GRAND RAPIDS, MN — ASV Holdings Inc., a manufacturer of all-purpose and all-season compact track loaders and skid steers, added new dealers to its dealer network in Q2 of 2020 — three locations each for new dealers CLM Equipment Co. Inc. and TraxPlus LLC, as well as the …

ST. AUGUSTINE, FL — Curry Supply welcomes Forest Hendricks to the sales team as National Account Manager. Hendricks joins Curry Supply’s national account, bringing a focus on heavy machinery and the railroad industry. With his experience in rail, he will work toward further developing Curry Supply’s presence in the top …

IRVING, TX — Fluor Corporation announces that Joe Brennan has been appointed as Fluor’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO), following D. Michael Steuert's decision to retire from the position. To assist with the transition, Steuert has agreed to remain with the company as a Senior Advisor through the end of …

FORT WORTH, TX — Freese and Nichols, Inc., adds new Account Directors Liz Grindstaff in Austin and Juan Bujanos, PE, in Brownsville to expand the company's ability to provide business solutions for municipal clients in Central and West Texas and the Rio Grande Valley.

Grindstaff has more than …

Steven P. McKinley, Owner and President of Stripes & Stops Company, Inc., in Houston, started striping parking lots part-time on nights and weekends. Through the years, he grew his company to manufacture and distribute work zone equipment, materials, pavement marking, traffic control services, and supplies.

In the last …

HOUSTON, TX — The NCCCO Foundation Board of Directors announces the election of two new members to the board: Garry Higdem, CEO of Mario Sinacola & Sons, in Frisco, Texas; and Ingo Schiller, President of Tadano America, in Houston, Texas.

Higdem and Schiller will each serve …

In construction there’s always a couple of major concerns on the jobsite – performance and safety. Strangely, as performance slips so does the on-the-job safety factor.

Any job function that requires a construction worker to keep their arms raised up and over their head is where this risk is a …

HOUSTON, TX — AGC Houston announces the addition of Kyle Holland, who recently joined the Chapter team as Vice President.

Holland previously worked for Gilbane Building Company, originally as a Project Manager, and more recently as a Business Development Manager. Prior to Gilbane, he also worked for JE Dunn …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — After a nationwide search, HOLT CAT announces the appointment of Joyce Pingel as Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer, and Head of Digital. In the role, she will be responsible for leading, managing, and directing IT and digital functions while providing strategic direction for the information …

DALLAS, TX — KAI announces the hiring of William Allen, AIA, NCARB as Director of Architecture and Sanja A. Zilic, LEED AP BD+C as Senior Interior Designer of its Dallas-Fort Worth office.

As the Director of Architecture, Allen provides strategic leadership to the architectural staff in KAI’s Dallas-Fort Worth office, …

DALLAS, TX — KAI Enterprises announces the hiring of Aleksandar Milenkov as Director of Mechanical Engineering of its Dallas-Fort Worth area offices.

In his new position, Milenkov provides necessary direction for planning the activities and work of the mechanical and plumbing department. He also provides oversight and leadership for all …

GEORGETOWN, TX — Novak Brothers announces the appointment of Morgan McLaughlin as its new President of Novak Commercial Construction. With over 18 years of experience in the construction industry, McLaughlin, who previously served as Partner and Vice President at Novak Commercial Construction, has a background in developing, managing, and …

THE WOODLANDS, TX — The Howard Hughes Corporation announces that Chief Financial Officer David O'Reilly has been appointed President of the Company. O'Reilly will also continue to serve as the company’s CFO, a position he has held since joining The Howard Hughes Corporation in 2016. As President, he will take …

AUSTIN, TX — As Pfluger continues to grow and expand its leadership, the company announces the promotion of four team members to Senior Associate.

Cliff Trinkaus, RID, is a Senior Project Manager working out of Pfluger's Austin Office. He works throughout Central and South Texas, leading project teams from …

FORT WORTH, TX — Bidder registrations at Ritchie Bros. auctions continue to surge, with over 10,800 people from 60 countries registering to bid for its summer Fort Worth, Texas, auction. More than 4,400 equipment items and trucks were sold in the July 28-29, 2020 event for $58 million.

Since mid-March …

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Shad Shafie, PE joins WGI with over 25 years of experience and a Bachelor of Science in architectural engineering from The University of Texas at Austin. He has a PE in several states including Florida and Texas, and has lived and worked most of his career …

HOUSTON, TX — TRC Companies welcomes Neil Churman as Senior Vice President of Corporate Development. TRC, a consulting, engineering, construction management, and technology services firm, brings on Churman as a strategic step in advancing the growth of the company.

"We believe that Neil will play an integral role in the …

HOUSTON, TX — Houston District Engineer Eliza Paul announces the appointment of Maria P. Aponte, PE, as the new Brazoria Area Engineer for the Houston District. In her new role, Aponte will oversee the day to day functions of the Brazoria Area Office and the Maintenance Office.

Aponte began …

HOUSTON, TX — Houston District Engineer Eliza Paul announces the appointment of William L. Semora, Jr., PE, as the new Fort Bend Area Engineer for the Houston District.

In his new role, Semora will oversee the day to day functions of the Fort Bend Area Office and the Maintenance …

RICHARDSON, TEXAS — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national construction management firm and general contractor, announces that Rob Sepanek has joined the AP office in Texas as the new Director of Scheduling Operation. Sepanek brings 28 years of professional experience in construction management and coordination and will further streamline …

DALLAS, TX — The Beck Group (Beck), the Dallas-based integrated design-build firm, announces the promotion of Natalie Terrill as its new Director of Sustainability. In her role, Terrill will lead Beck to its next level by optimizing its commitment to sustainable building design and construction in the U.S. and Mexico. …

HOUSTON, TX — National construction services firm, Manhattan Construction Company promotes Alan Dunnam to Operations Manager in Houston. In this role, Dunnam oversees construction quality, subcontractor management, and safety program adherence to ensure building excellence for Manhattan’s clients.

With a 31-year career in construction, Dunnam led his first project at …

HOUSTON, TX — EHRA Engineering (EHRA) announces leadership changes in the following of the firm's teams: Hydrology & Hydraulics (H&H) Team, GIS Services Team, Land Services Team, Surveying and Mapping Team, Planning and Visioning Team, Public Works Team, Traffic and Transportation Team, and Facilities Team.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) hires Allen Al-Suwaidi as Pipeline Services Account Manager. Al-Suwaidi will be responsible for managing existing customer accounts of KSM’s Pipeline Services division, which operates independent of territory restrictions, as well as developing new customers nationally in the pipeline construction industry. He joins …

DALLAS, TX — McKim & Creed, Inc. announces a new SUE leadership team to oversee Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) services in Texas.

Longtime McKim & Creed Manager, Sean Patterson, CST Level IV has been promoted to Regional SUE Manager in Texas. Joining Patterson is Robert (Bob) Mjoen, PE, MBA …

AUSTIN, TX — Billd, a disruptive payment solution for the construction industry, appoints Eric Reynolds as the company’s Chief Risk Officer. Reynolds comes to Billd with experience in risk management, having served in leadership roles at a variety of financial institutions, from Series A stage startups to established national …

DALLAS, TX — David Deem, President of Deem Structural Services, in Longview, Texas, and Bob Beckner, retired Senior Vice President of Peterson Beckner Industries, Inc., in Dallas, Texas, were recently honored by the Steel Erectors Association of America.

Deem was named SEAA’s 2019 Person of the …

FORT WORTH, TX — TDIndustries promotes Chris Rogers to Fort Worth Vice President of Special Projects.

Rogers will continue to build relationships with customers while managing TD’s expansion, renovation, and change-out projects in Fort Worth. A 16-year Partner, Rogers has been a steady presence. He was one of the pillars …

WATERTOWN, SD — Terex Services and Fascan International have reached an agreement for Terex to become a full-service dealer of Fassi products. As an authorized dealer, Terex Services will provide maintenance, repair, and parts for Fassi products at its 19 branch locations across much of the U.S., as well as …

TULSA, OK — Vacuworx welcomes Charlie Cunningham to the North America sales and leadership teams as Senior Director of Sales.

Cunningham brings more than two decades of experience with sales, marketing, and business development activities. He recently spent 15 years with Astec Industries, Inc. As Vice President of Sales with …

FT. WORTH, TX — Fort Worth City Councilmember Ann Zadeh was named Secretary of the Regional Transportation Council (RTC). Zadeh was appointed to the RTC in 2017. Johnson County Judge Roger Harmon was elected Chair and will lead the 44-member transportation policymaking body for the next year.

Harmon replaces Denton …

HOUSTON, TX — Associated Builders and Contractors announces that Brandon Mabile, Business Development Manager at Performance Contractors in Houston, received ABC’s 2020 Young Professional of the Year Award. The Young Professional of the Year is chosen based on career achievement, leadership, and vision for the future of the commercial …

DALLAS, TX — AECOM names Nandita Kaundinya, PE State Business Development Lead for the North Texas market of the company’s central region transportation business line. With 18 years of experience in civil, mechanical, and industrial engineering, she knows how to manage teams across multiple disciplines, foster client relationships, and schedule, …

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — Michael Ledesma has been selected as Director of Transportation, by the Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority (CCRTA).

“We are pleased that Mr. Ledesma is joining the CCRTA. He will bring a wealth of transportation knowledge and experience to the organization,” said Jorge Cruz-Aedo, CEO of …

ST. PETERSBURG, FL — The Concrete Sawing & Drilling Association (CSDA) announces new Officers and Board Members. The election took place via email and mail-in ballots and results were announced at a recent board meeting, which took place through Zoom, as the association’s planned 48th Annual Convention was cancelled due …

MOLINE, IL — Deere & Company (DE) announces that its Board of Directors elected John Stone to the position of President, Worldwide Construction & Forestry and Power Systems. He will be responsible for the overall management and performance of the company's construction and forestry operations throughout the world and for …

PLANO, TX — “You are the missing piece.” With this slogan five global players of the construction industry invite all entrepreneurs worldwide with innovative construction solutions to participate in this year’s edition of the Construction Startup Competition. Startups willing to play a crucial role in the transformation of the construction …

AUSTIN, TX — Huitt-Zollars announces that Rey Gonzalez, PE, has joined the company as a Vice President and Managing Principal of the Austin office. Gonzalez will be responsible for managing the daily operations and staff of the Huitt-Zollars Austin office. Additionally, he will lead and direct business development efforts …

KATY, TX — KOBELCO Construction Machinery USA continues to provide personal service through its nationwide dealer network with the appointment of Jordan Sonnier as Southwest District Business Manager.

Sonnier will be responsible for providing support and assistance to KOBELCO dealers located in the Southwest region of the United States. He …

CHICAGO, IL — More than 37 million Americans face hunger each year and as the COVID-19 pandemic pushes an additional 17 million Americans into food insecurity, Komatsu’s North American business units are partnering with Feeding America, the nation’s largest domestic hunger-relief organization, to donate up to $250,000 to support …

HOUSTON, TX — Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. (SSR), an engineering firm focused on designing, consulting, and commissioning projects, announces that Susan Kramer, PE, LEED AP, has joined the firm as a Principal in the firm's Houston office. She will provide client and project leadership for existing institutional initiatives.

"We …

HOUSTON, TX — Manhattan Construction Company appoints Layle McKelvey as Director of Community Relations and Inclusion in Houston. McKelvey will foster key relationships within city, county, and state government, lead Manhattan’s diversity and inclusion efforts, and drive engagement with local partners to enrich Manhattan’s overall benefit to clients and community. …

TIFFIN, OH — PALFINGER announces the official appointment of Alberto Cavaggioni as the company’s new Vice President of Sales and Service for the North America Region.

Cavaggioni has been appointed Vice President Sales and Service for the North America Region as of March 23, 2020. He will be a member …

FORT WORTH, TX — TDIndustries promotes Brent Hawley to Fort Worth Vice President of New Construction. Hawley will continue to lead TD’s project management, production, and estimating efforts, while adding greater oversight of all new construction operations in Fort Worth.

Hawley came to TD three years ago from Kansas City …

ATLANTA, TX — Jere A. Williams, PE has been selected as the new District Engineer for Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) office in Atlanta, Texas. He replaces Mike Anderson, PE who retired in May.

In his new role, Williams will oversee the planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the …