The ACEC Research Institute launched the newly created Firm of the Future webpage to keep the industry updated on the progress of this important research. The ACEC Research Institute’s Firm of the Future initiative is a forward-thinking effort designed to explore and prepare for the evolving... Continue Reading
This year’s entries showcase the incredible impact of engineering on our communities, highlighting innovation, expertise, and ingenuity. Continue Reading
Ayres Associates is pleased to announce that Adam Holtz has been promoted to controller. Read the full press release below: ' Adam Holtz has enjoyed his first eight-plus years at Ayres, and he’s eager to put his 17 years of accounting experience to work as the firm’s new controller.... Continue Reading
2025 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: Oneida Engineering SolutionsClient: Wisconsin Department of Transportation STH 33 in Baraboo was afflicted with deteriorating pavement, substandard utilities, and pedestrian facilities. Growing traffic impacted safety and the... Continue Reading
2025 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: Ayres Associates Inc.Client: Village of Windsor The Yahara River bridge replacement, led by Ayres Associates, exemplifies the power of engineering to address critical infrastructure needs while fostering community engagement and... Continue Reading
2025 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: BeneschClient: Wisconsin Department of Transportation STH 83 suffered from deteriorating pavement, severely impacting the over 4,000 users a day on this rural roadway. A huge array of repairs and upgrades were needed, from critical... Continue Reading
2025 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: JT Engineering Inc.Client: Wisconsin Department of Transportation The STH 19 project exemplifies innovative engineering solutions addressing complex transportation challenges. This important route connects Indian Lake Park with the... Continue Reading
2025 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: JacobsClient: Wisconsin Department of Transportation The STH 15 corridor is a critical regional route connecting the Appleton metropolitan area to many communities in Northeast Wisconsin. To enhance safety, reduce congestion, and... Continue Reading
2025 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: Westwood Professional ServicesClient: Wisconsin Department of Transportation The intersection of STH 76 and School Road in Greenville had long been a site of safety concerns, with above-average crash rates and no pedestrian... Continue Reading
2025 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: HNTBClient: City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works A vacant surface parking lot in the heart of Milwaukee presented an opportunity to transform wasted space into a dynamic community hub. The City of Milwaukee envisioned a... Continue Reading
2025 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: GRAEFClient: Wisconsin Center District Milwaukee’s Wisconsin Center, which had served the city for 20 years, was unable to accommodate large-scale events, limiting the city’s potential for hosting conventions and... Continue Reading
2025 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc.Client: City of West Bend Set against the Milwaukee River, West Bend’s riverfront was a blighted and unsafe area. Deteriorating infrastructure and underinvestment drove away users and harmed local... Continue Reading
