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President's Message
Tom Hayden, PE
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To the ACEC Florida Community,
Now that the 2024 Session of the Florida Legislature has concluded, I want to take a moment to discuss the various legislative issues that affect our industry. Our staff and lobbyists worked tirelessly throughout the session, tracking the various House and Senate bills of key importance to our member firms.
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FDOTConnect Virtual Training Lab: Traffic Plans (Signing, Pavement Markings & Lighting) | |
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This i2-day training course reviews the fundamentals for developing Traffic Plans. Participants will be introduced to Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD)CONNECT Edition – FDOT Traffic Tools developed for OpenRoads Technology specifically for Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) projects using the FDOTCONNECT Workspace.
This training lab will be utilizing the 2024 FDOT Traffic Plans Course Guide.
March 20-21, 2024
8:00 am - 5:00 pm each day
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Join Your Geotechnical & Materials Engineering Colleagues | |
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Taking place April 3-5, 2024, at the Marriott Jacksonville Downtown, this year’s conference presentations will explore the latest advancements and developments in the Geotechnical and Materials Engineering Industry.
Join us to hear from our valued speakers as they discuss new partnerships, technical applications, and project solutions in Florida.
The deadline to register online is March 22, 2024.
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Recognize Your Firm and Staff with the ACEC Awards | |
ACEC Florida Region 3 | FDOT District 5 Industry Forum | |
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FDOT District 5 Secretary John Tyler will share a State of the District address. Updates from the procurement, Moving Florida Forward, major staff changes, and the Central Florida Safety Strategic Plan will be provided. There is no cost for this event.
April 5, 2024
9:00 am - 12:00 pm EST
Wayne G. Sanborn Activity Center
815 S. Alabama Avenue, DeLand, FL 32724
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FELI Class of 2024 Sporting Clays Tournament | |
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Each FELI class engages in a community project as part of their ten-month program. To support this year's class projects, you are invited to the 2024 FELI Charity Sporting Clays Tournament.
Friday, April 12, 2024
7:30 am - 1:00 pm EST
Tenoroc Public Shooting Sports
3755 Tenoroc MIne Road
Lakeland, FL 33805
Sponsorships are available.
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2024 Project Management Conference Vendor Registration Now Open | |
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Gain exposure for your company by sponsoring the 2024 ACEC Florida | FDOT Project Management Conference.
June 5-6, 2024
Rosen Centre Orlando
The four sponsor levels provide a range of marketing opportunities, and sponsors will have the chance to network with their peers in the Transportation and Construction Industry across Florida.
Click here to see photos from last year's inaugural event.
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Attend the 2024 Transportation Conference | |
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Registration for the 2024 Transportation Conference is open. Learn more about major projects underway or planned in Florida and get up-to-date information about state policies and initiatives shaping your profession.
June 6-7, 2024
Rosen Centre Orlando
Vendor registration is also open! By sponsoring or exhibiting at the 2024 Transportation Conference, you will have the opportunity to network and have your brand noticed by top engineering executives.
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Celebrating Engineering Excellence | |
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The 2024 Engineering Excellence Awards Banquet held at the Lowes Royal Pacific Resort in Orlando last month was a resounding success, showcasing remarkable engineering achievements. The event celebrated top engineering projects from across the state, honoring innovation, creativity, and excellence in the field.
The coveted Top Concepter Award was among the prestigious awards presented to Florida's top infrastructure projects. Click here to see all 2024 award winners.
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Q1 2024 Engineering Business Sentiment Shows Continued Industry Optimism | |
The ACEC Research Institute released its Engineering Business Sentiment Report for the first quarter of 2024. Institute Senior Researcher Joe Bates and ACEC Senior Director of Economics and Private Markets Thomas Grogan shared the Report’s findings in a comprehensive online class. | |
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Join ACEC in Washington, DC | |
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ACEC’s 2024 Annual Convention & Legislative Summit will take place May 13–16, 2024, in Washington, DC, at the Grand Hyatt Downtown.
Join your peers for this three-day event and leave armed with the political intelligence and added insight you need to make informed decisions about your strategic priorities in a changing economy.
Kevin Kosar, Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, will speak at the Opening General Session, which will focus on the political landscape and the upcoming election.
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Hires, Promotions & Other Firm News | | |
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McRory joins Hanson’s Orlando regional office
Steven McRory, P.E., project manager, recently joined Hanson Professional Services Inc.’s Orlando regional office. He will manage power industry projects to meet client expectations regarding the scope, financial performance, schedule, quality, communications, risk management and the health and safety of the project staff.
McRory previously was a program manager of major campaigns for Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy in Orlando. He received a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and a master’s degree in structural and geotechnical engineering, both from the University of Central Florida, and is a licensed professional engineer in Florida.
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Harder joins Hanson’s Orlando regional office
Kevin Harder, P.E., LEED AP®, senior project manager, recently joined Hanson Professional Services Inc.’s Orlando regional office. He will perform project and program management as well as overall site, land and project development for industrial projects.
Harder previously was a director of engineering for a construction engineering firm in Lake Mary. He received an associate degree in science from the College of Lake County and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from the University of Illinois Chicago. He is a licensed professional engineer in several states, including Florida, and a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design accredited professional (LEED AP®).
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Would you like to see your firm's hires, promotions, or news in the next edition of the ACEC Florida Update? Email Stacey Butler for more information. | | |
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