Perryn Olson, CCMP, CPSM – president of The Brand Constructors – says the biggest mistake contractors make on their proposals is not going for the win. “Most contractors just tell prospective buyers that they are qualified and capable, instead of positioning themselves as the best and only option,” he says. “A lack of differentiation confuses…
The name of a Silicon Valley giant on your resume might be impressive, both to you and anyone else. And there’s no denying that the salary that comes with a job at one of these companies is impressive. But more new engineers are thinking twice about reaching for the stars, and considering what smaller…
Despite all the ominous headlines about climate change, there are still challenges convincing more “traditional” engineers and architects to move to greener, more sustainable methods and materials, says Dr. Ben Onyido, education coordinator for Climate-KIC. “Sustainability is often perceived as expensive and offering little benefits to a company in return, and this is not true,”…
Architects are a forward-thinking bunch. It comes with the territory, as few other fields influence so many people with a single project. There’s beauty, form, function, and also the affect on the community to consider. But what if the community one day turns its back on a structure that’s stood for decades? Many such…
Maybe you’ve heard about crowdsourcing. It allows someone in need to tap into a much wider community to meet that need. When a lot of people give a little bit, the results can be huge. But what if crowdsourcing merged with architecture? In one of the poorest areas in Mexico, that’s just what happened. Architect,…
Does earning 12 professional development hours in a sunny, southern location during the month of June sound like a great opportunity? Then the Multi-State Engineering Conference deserves a spot on your calendar. This year, the Louisiana Engineering Society hosts the conference, which is located at the Sandestin Resort in Destin, Florida, June 28 –…
View image | gettyimages.com Michael Graves remains one of the most beloved icons of architecture and design. You can scarce consider the postmodern movement without thinking about one of its biggest architectural icons, Michael Graves. Sadly, this month marks the end of an era; but what he left behind is a true legacy. Graves’…
The “green” movement is more than a catchphrase; it’s a way of life for many architects and engineers, and helps contribute to more sustainable building practices that benefit everyone. You’ll need your share of LEED and green-friendly PDH to keep your licensing current. And as the movement grows, more topics are likely to arise.…
If you’re an engineering student, the Fundamentals of Engineering or FE exam is one more step toward gaining your license. Every licensed engineer takes this exam, although it has seen its share of changes through the years. The FE began in 1965 as a standardized test that measured the knowledge and skills gained by…
Professional development hours help strengthen your knowledge base, which is one of the primary reasons they’re a part of life for architects and engineers. And while licensing boards and professional organizations require continuing education, you might not realize that you can elect to take more than the minimum. If this is a totally new concept,…
