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Barbco welcomes new members to its Omneity Innovations team
Barbco welcomes four new members to its Omneity Innovations team which serves as the company's in-house engineering and machine field service staff.
Brown and Caldwell appoints Erin Williams as new Mid-South leader
Erin Williams becomes vice president and leader of Brown and Caldwell's Mid-South business.
Tindall Corporation announces corporate leadership promotions
Tindall Corporation, one of the largest providers of precast concrete solutions in North America, is proud to promote four members of its leadership team to new positions: Clancy Self to Chief Financial Officer; Michelle Gneisig to Controller; Isaac Perkins to Vice President and General Manager of t..
United Rentals CEO, Matt Flannery is recognized on the “2022 CEOs Who ‘Get It’” list
The National Safety Council names Matt Flannery, United Rentals CEO on the 2022 CEOs Who 'Get It' list.
Sprayroq welcomes Jeremy Alexander as president
Sprauroq, a leader in spray-applied resin technology, announces Jeremy Alexander as the new company president.
Steven Kramer Elected as UESI President
Steven Kramer was elected as the president of The Utility Engineering & Surveying Institute beginning in the fall of 2022.
Gary Bousquet Named Director of Engineering for San Diego County Water Authority
Gary Bousquet was named director of Engineering for the San Diego County Water Authority.
Bob Westphal and Ron Halderman Inducted to the HDD Hall of Fame
Bob Westphal and Ron Halderman were inducted into the HDD Hall of Fame at the UCT Conference.
George Kurz Honored as MVP at UCT Conference
George Kurz was honored at a MVP luncheon on July 13, the first day of Underground Construction Technology conference, in Nashville, Tenn.
American Water Welcomes Cheryl Norton and Bruce Hauk to New Roles
American Water announces new leadership changes.
Leadership Transition for HammerHead Trenchless
Jeff Gabrielse has been named the new Managing Director of HammerHead Trenchless.
Kevin Smith Named General Manager of Ditch Witch Division
Kevin Smith was named general manager of Ditch Witch Division of The Toro Company.
NASSCO Standard Bearers: Kay Doheny
This month, NASSCO Standard Bearers profiles Kay Doheny, part of a major legacy success story from Jack Doheny Companies. Her dedication to the sewer cleaning and rehabilitation industry and fervent enthusiasm for the mission of NASSCO have made significant positive impacts upon the market.
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Hyundai Michael J. Ross is the new vice president of Construction Equipment Sales at Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas, Inc., responsible for managing all aspects of dealer sales with internal and field staff. A West Point graduate, Ross has 23 years of industry experience that spans retail s..
NASSCO Standard Bearer: Luis R. León, P.E., BCEE, ENV SP
EDITOR’S NOTE: NASSCO continues to set standards for the assessment and rehabilitation of underground infrastructure. A vast array of individuals has contributed to the success of the association, both in the past and present, that has driven NASSCO’s industry mission. This series of articles recogn..
Respected HDD Industry Pioneer Dies at 72
Respected HDD industry pioneer with more than 35 years of experience, Ron Halderman has died at 72.
Jean Youngerman
Jean Youngerman joined environmental engineering and construction firm Brown and Caldwell, as a senior principal. She is responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of projects while providing employee guidance and mentorship. With a 33-year track record of managing environmental monitoring and regulatory programs for municipalities, private industries, and government agencies, she brings further technical rigor to the firm’s site investigation and remediation, and compliance and permitting service offerings.
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Brown and Caldwell Jean Youngerman joined environmental engineering and construction firm Brown and Caldwell, as a senior principal. She is responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of projects while providing employee guidance and mentorship. With a 33-year track record of managing environment..
Industry Icon Bob Westphal Passes Away
Robert Westphal, a 55-year veteran of the construction industry, has passed away due to complications from the coronavirus.
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HCEA Awards 2019 Top Dealers The Hyundai Dealer of the Year is National Equipment Dealers (NED), which now represents Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas-North America across the Carolinas, Florida and parts of Texas, through a recent merger of Four Seasons Equipment, May Heavy Equipment, Rob’s..
NASSCO Standard Bearer: Lynn Osborn
NASSCO continues to set standards for the assessment and rehabilitation of underground infrastructure. A vast array of individuals has contributed to the success of the association, both in the past and present, and has driven NASSCO’s industry mission. This series of articles recognizes those who have not only been critical to the success of NASSCO, but the industry as well.
ClockSpring|NRI Announces New Chief Executive Officer
Clockspring|NRI has announced that Frank Firsching has been named the company’s new Chief Executive Officer effective immediately.
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Representing combined military service of almost 100 years are (from left) Andrew Raynor, Billy Hurley, Ferlin McClanahan, Steven McNeill, Michael Cuntapay and Michael Plummer. Sunbelt Rentals sunbeltrent..
INGAA President and Industry Veteran Don Santa Announces Retirement
After nearly two decades leading the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA), Don Santa announced today that he will retire from the organization effective February 15, 2020.
AEM Hall of Fame Inducts Mary Andringa of Vermeer
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers announces Mary Andringa of Vermeer Corp as the newest inductee to the AEM Hall of Fame.
PPI Introduces New Technical Director
Patrick Vibien, P.Eng., was appointed to leadership roles overseeing three areas of The Plastics Pipe Institute Inc. (PPI). As technical director he guides the U.S. Technical Advisory Group (TAG) to ISO TC 138, and serves as the liaison with industry organizations and spokesperson on technical matte..
INGAA
Nichole Francis Reynolds joined INGAA’s leadership team as vice president of Government and Public Affairs. She is responsible for managing the U.S. natural gas pipeline association’s strategy, which focuses on three priorities: protecting the safety, reliability, and resilience of the pipeline syst..
McMillen Jacobs
Victor Romero, P.E., CPEng., was appointed executive vice president for the Underground Division of McMillen Jacobs Associates. He has been with the company for 28 years. Isabelle Lamb, L.G., has been named managing director of Australia/New Zealand. A native Kiwi, she has a geological/geotechnical..
Case CE
Steve Cianci is the new vice president, North America, at CASE Construction Equipment, based at the Racine, Wisc., headquarters. He brings more than 25 years of leadership experience, managing equipment sales, business development, product management, and parts and service functions of various globa..
Ring-O-Matic
Dave Linenfold joined Ring-O-Matic, manufacturer of industrial vacuum excavation and vac-only machines, and carwash pit cleaners, as director of Engineering & Product Development. He has more than 30 years of construction equipment experience, leading new product development, project timelines and e..
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