ACEC WI News

ACEC WI is in the thick of the legislative process, monitoring a wide range of bills from energy to design build to building codes. Plus, we're keeping an eye on the 2026 races. With a new governor and possibly flipped control of the Senate and Assembly, there will be a lot of upheaval! Political... Continue Reading

Sponsor the Transportation Improvement Conference Save the Date: March 10-11, Wisconsin Dells Now is the best time to step up and sponsor the 2026 Transportation Improvement Conference. Sponsorship highlights your firm in the transportation sector and helps your firm stand out. Platinum... Continue Reading

Legislative Day is our annual event to put real engineering members in front of legislators to advocate for the profession. Showing our strength and personalizing relationships is one of the key ways we win on our legislative priorities. Attendees will also get an insider look at the 2026 election... Continue Reading

Help us recognize the individuals who make ACEC WI stronger. Continue Reading

The ACEC Business Insurance Trust (BIT) delivers insurance solutions designed specifically for engineering firms. Continue Reading

Save the Date for 2026: Tuesday, November 17! Yesterday's DFD Collaborative Conference set new records with 371 attendees, beating last year's record of 318. Attendees agreed that the networking opportunities, educational sessions and discipline specific roundtables were top notch. It was a group... Continue Reading

Dave Brose, PE, President of EMCS, Inc., has been inducted into the ACEC College of Fellows. Continue Reading

ACEC WI is in the thick of the legislative process, monitoring a wide range of bills from energy to design build to building codes. Plus, we're keeping an eye on the 2026 races. With a new governor and possibly flipped control of the Senate and Assembly, there will be a lot of upheaval! Political... Continue Reading

The U.S. Department of Transportation has released updated FAQs on recent changes to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program, clarifying how new certification requirements will be implemented under the Interim Final Rule effective October 3, 2025. In the new guidance, the U.S. DOT... Continue Reading

This session explored how industry professionals can strengthen client relationships, communicate firm value, and approach business development with confidence. Continue Reading

We wanted to share some exciting news from ACEC — participation in ACEC’s National Coalitions is now included in your membership! Coalitions are national peer communities that bring together engineering business leaders who share similar practice areas, firm roles, and challenges.... Continue Reading

raSmith is pleased to announce that their Madison office has a new address: 5201 East Terrace Drive, Suite 380. Read the full press release below: "raSmith’s Madison office has recently moved to 5201 East Terrace Drive, Suite 380, to support the firm’s growth and continue providing... Continue Reading

The governor and legislature successfully passed the 2025-27 biennial state budget in early July. There were major wins for infrastructure spending across the board, including record amounts for water and vertical design. Now, ACEC WI is monitoring many individual pieces of legislation to protect... Continue Reading

The ACEC Wisconsin Leadership Institute Class of 2026 launched its journey at Lambeau Field on September 18–19, bringing together rising leaders from across the state for two days of intensive learning, discussion, and connection. Continue Reading

ACEC WI is excited to welcome DB Sterlin as the organization's newest member firm. DB Sterlin Consultants, Inc. (DB Sterlin) is a Midwest civil engineering firm specializing in land development, transportation, water resources, and environmental engineering. Our experienced team delivers... Continue Reading

ACEC WI is pleased to announce that Balestrieri Environmental & Development is the organization's newest affiliate member! Balestrieri, established in 1992, is a leading environmental construction management firm specializing in turn-key renovation and demolition projects. With over 30 years... Continue Reading

ACEC Wisconsin is sponsoring a Salary, Benefits & Business Practices Survey to provide members with valuable insight into compensation trends, employee benefits, and industry practices. Continue Reading

The September 9 HR Forum explored how artificial intelligence is shaping HR practices. Continue Reading

The governor and legislature successfully passed the 2025-27 biennial state budget in early July. There were major wins for infrastructure spending across the board, including record amounts for water and vertical design. Now, ACEC WI is monitoring many individual pieces of legislation to protect... Continue Reading

ACEC WI is excited to welcome RINKA as our newest affiliate member. They are planners, architects, interior designers, and brand strategists focused on your business goals. Read more about all the great work they do here: https://www.rinka.com/main Continue Reading

ACEC Coalitions are evolving to better connect members with targeted resources, relationships, and expertise. There are now no membership fees to participate in a Coalition (except for the Design Professionals Coalition, which remains unchanged). ACEC members will have access to a mix of free and... Continue Reading

Join all of ACEC in San Diego, October 5–8, for the 2025 ACEC Fall Conference—the place top engineering leaders come together to create bold ideas, build connections, and shape the future of our industry. Early bird rates are available now—don’t miss your chance to save!... Continue Reading

ACEC WI is excited to welcome Morreale Communications to affiliate membership. Morreale is a leading woman-owned public relations agency, bringing nearly two decades of delivering integrated communications strategies that shape narratives, build trusted brands, drive stakeholder engagement and... Continue Reading

The governor and legislature successfully passed the 2025-27 biennial state budget in early July. There were major wins for infrastructure spending across the board, including record amounts for water and vertical design. Now, ACEC WI is monitoring many individual pieces of legislation to protect... Continue Reading

Set your firm up for success with our 2025-26 event sponsorships! Covering all our major conferences, these opportunities are another way for member firms to showcase themselves as leaders in the industry. Our flexible package allows firms to select as many sponsorships as they prefer, with a... Continue Reading

ACEC WI staff and board leadership headed up to Minnesota for the annual Midwest ACEC Meeting. Gathering all the Midwest ACEC states in-person summer is something ACEC WI looks forward to every summer. This year, attendees experienced some local flavor at a Saint Paul Saints minor league baseball... Continue Reading

ACEC WI would like to know if your firm is planning to submit a project(s) into the 2026 Engineering Excellence Awards competition. The survey will take less than five minutes. Information collected in this survey will help us assemble a judging panel of appropriate size and expertise. The... Continue Reading

Join us for this year's Civil 3D Workshop. We'll be delivering four full days of Civil 3D education, designed for anyone from beginners to experts! Hear from power users from Autodesk, WisDOT and other firms.This virtual event is designed to maximize your education. Attendees will have a chance... Continue Reading

ACEC WI is excited to welcome our newest member firm, Thornton Tomasetti. Thorton Tomasetti provides engineering design, investigation and analysis services to clients worldwide on projects of every size and level of complexity. Our Milwaukee office consists of structural engineering, renewal and... Continue Reading

ACEC WI is excited to welcome TKDA as our newest member. Look at all the disciplines they cover and find an office near you to work with on future projects: https://www.tkda.com/ Continue Reading

Please join us in welcoming the 2025-2026 ACEC Wisconsin Board of Directors as they officially begin their terms today! Continue Reading

ACEC WI is excited to welcome AAA Engineering as our newest member. Check out all the great work they do and connect with them here: https://www.aaaengineering.net/ Continue Reading

Our annual golf outing is an amazing opportunity to collaborate and engage with peers and enjoy a fun day outside. Sign up with a foursome or be placed with a group. Registration includes golf, lunch, and post-event reception. Sponsorship opportunities are available and include a foursome. The... Continue Reading

Set your firm up for success with our 2025-26 event sponsorships! Covering all our major conferences, these opportunities are another way for member firms to showcase themselves as leaders in the industry. Our flexible package allows firms to select as many sponsorships as they prefer, with a... Continue Reading

The Forum offered a valuable opportunity to build professional networks, exchange ideas and gain new insights. Continue Reading

Even though we're in an election off year, there is still a lot of political activity! The legislature is currently discussing the 2025-27 Biennial Budget which governs all state infrastructure spending. And ACEC WI is advocating for aggressive funding across the board. We're also monitoring a ton... Continue Reading

The Engineering Excellence Awards program recognize exceptional ideas and innovations in engineering by showcasing your successful projects to a statewide audience of clients, industry leaders, legislators and other decision makers. No matter how your project is judged, you'll come away a... Continue Reading

HR professionals from member firms gathered on June 11 for an ACEC Wisconsin HR Forum event. Continue Reading

ACEC WI hosted our triannual Transportation Partnering Meeting on June 17 - this time with a special guest! WisDOT Secretary Kristina Boardman attended to provide important updates on WisDOT priorities and showed the strength of ACEC WI's partnership with the Department. Other WisDOT speakers... Continue Reading

We’re now accepting applications for the Leadership Institute Class of 2026. Continue Reading

ACEC WI members had a fun day out at our first ever trap shoot. With perfect weather, a big group of attendees got outside and practiced their shooting. Both first time and experienced shooters agreed that it was a great event! We're already talking about our 2026 outing so keep your eyes open for... Continue Reading

We’re excited to introduce your 2025-2026 Board of Directors—leaders committed to advancing the vision and mission of ACEC Wisconsin. Continue Reading

Even though we're in an election off year, there is still a lot of political activity! The legislature is currently discussing the 2025-27 Biennial Budget which governs all state infrastructure spending. And ACEC WI is advocating for aggressive funding across the board. We're also monitoring a ton... Continue Reading

Leadership Institute is your opportunity to grow your leadership potential, deepen your understanding of firm operations and build a network of peers. Continue Reading

A huge group of Wisconsin members traveled to DC this week for the 2025 ACEC National Spring Convention. In between fascinating keynotes, legislative briefings and visits with Wisconsin legislators, members found time to network and enjoy some local flavor. It's always fun to head to DC together... Continue Reading

The ACEC WI Energy Committee is excited to present a free webinar about the massive role of data centers! The event will be eligible for 1 PDH and feature a presentation followed by Q&A. This is a free event but please register to receive the login information. Data Center 101 Speaker: Chris... Continue Reading

2025 was a special year - ACEC WI had the privilege of awarding two Chair's Awards to Dave Brose and Joe Bunker. Dave Brose of EMCS and Joe Bunker of Strand Associates led the charge on the importance of removing indemnification and duty to defend language from public contracts. They met with... Continue Reading

ACEC WI was pleased to award Dustin Hunt the 2025 Young Professional of the Year Award at our 2025 Awards Banquet on May 2. Dustin is an active member of our Emerging Professionals committee alongside his involvement in three other professional organizations. He balances his role as Client... Continue Reading

At our 2025 Awards Banquet, John Kissinger was presented with his ACEC Fellow plaque and awarded the ACEC WI Lifetime Achievement Award. John has served at GRAEF for over 40 years, taking over as President and CEO in 2012. He served on ACEC’s board for five years, including as chair during... Continue Reading

At the May 2 ACEC WI Award Banquet, the organization was honored to present Gil Hantzsch with the Lifetime Achievement Award. Gil Hantzsch has been at MSA since 1992, taking over as President and CEO in 2013. He has served in a huge variety of volunteer roles, both at ACEC and in other... Continue Reading

Congratulations to CBS Squared and City of Bloomer for winning the 2025 Grand Award! Awarded by our judges to the top project in this year's 2025 Engineering Excellence Awards, this award highlights an incredible project. Read more about the award winner below or see all of our winners on our... Continue Reading

ACEC WI celebrated in style at the 2025 Awards Banquet at the American Club in Kohler. Our largest group ever of nearly 250 members and guests gathered to celebrate the achievements of our volunteers and Engineering Excellence Award winners. 24 projects won awards, including our Grand Award.... Continue Reading

The election for the 2025-26 Board of Directors is going on now through May 23. Each firm's key contact will receive information on how to vote for the nominated slate of candidates. Chair: Tonia Westphal, Clark Dietz* Chair-elect: Ellery Schaffer, Jewell Associates Secretary/Treasurer: Sue... Continue Reading

The ACEC Wisconsin Marketing & Communications Committee invites you to a special Marketing & Communications Forum on June 25 — a dedicated platform for professionals at civil engineering firms to connect, share best practices, explore new trends and collaborate on strategies to... Continue Reading

Employee disengagement and burnout is on the rise. You don’t need new tools or more time—just a shift in mindset. Here's what leaders can practically do about it. Continue Reading

After a very successful legislative campaign, ACEC WI is refilling its coffers for the 2025-27 state biennial budget. A lot of folks have already stepped up in 2025 - thank you! Add your name to the list: Conduit/WisPAC Giving. 2025 Conduit & WisPAC Contributors 2025 Contributors (as of... Continue Reading

The ACEC Wisconsin Leadership Institute Class of 2025 gathered for their final session on April 16–17 at the Osthoff Resort, capping off a powerful six-part leadership development experience. Continue Reading

Join us for our first ever ACEC WI Trap Shoot on June 4 in Waukesha! This is a new opportunity to for all members. Beginners are encouraged - there will be on-site training on the basics of safe gun usage and the rules of trap shooting. Experienced attendees will benefit from friendly... Continue Reading

Join Us for Our FY24-25 Annual Business Meeting! Stay informed and engaged with the latest updates on our organization’s progress and future plans. This bylaws-required meeting is your opportunity to hear about key successes from the past fiscal year and insights from our recent strategic... Continue Reading

Sign up for the ACEC WI - WisDOT Transportation Partnering Meeting. This meeting brings together transportation professionals with WisDOT for a day of education and networking. There will be a morning portion with just members before getting together with WisDOT in the afternoon. Register Now Continue Reading

Ayres Associates is pleased to announce that Nik Anderson has been re-elected to the Wisconsin Land Information Association’s Board of Directors. Read the full press release below: 'Nik Anderson, GISP, project manager in Ayres’ Aerial Mapping Group, was re-elected to the Wisconsin... Continue Reading

ACEC WI gather Autodesk, WisDOT, consultants and more together for our first in-person Civil 3D training since 2019. Over two days, folks learned about the future development of Civil 3D and learned items that can help them right now. Attendees also shared their thoughts on Civil 3D workflows... Continue Reading

The ACEC WI Energy Committee is excited to present a free webinar about the massive role of data centers! The event will be eligible for 1 PDH and feature a presentation followed by Q&A. This is a free event but please register to receive the login information. Data Center 101 Speaker:... Continue Reading

Download the nomination form below and complete by May 16. Continue Reading

After a very successful legislative campaign, ACEC WI is refilling its coffers for the 2025-27 state biennial budget. A lot of folks have already stepped up in 2025 - thank you! Add your name to the list: Conduit/WisPAC Giving. 2025 Conduit & WisPAC Contributors 2025 Contributors (as of... Continue Reading

The final Leadership Institute schedule will be released in mid-May, with applications due in early July 2025. Continue Reading

Join us for our first ever Civil 3D Summit, April 14-15 in Wisconsin Dells! This event is intended for Civil 3D experts and folks who really want to get everything they can out of the software. Autodesk, WisDOT and ACEC WI members will gather in person for this two day event. This will be a... Continue Reading

Join Us for Our FY24-25 Annual Business Meeting! Stay informed and engaged with the latest updates on our organization’s progress and future plans. This bylaws-required meeting is your opportunity to hear about key successes from the past fiscal year and insights from our recent strategic... Continue Reading

The ACEC Wisconsin Nominating Committee is pleased to present the 2025-2026 Slate of Candidates for the Board of Directors. Continue Reading

ACEC WI was happy to provide a space for the WisDOT Design Awards presentation as part of the 2025 Transportation Improvement Conference. Emcee Dan Tyler provided great information about these amazing projects and handed out the awards. The presentation was recorded so check out the recording... Continue Reading

Join us for our May 2 banquet to celebrate our 2025 award winners. We'll be honoring our individual award winners, Leadership Institute graduates and our Engineering Excellence Awards winners. We will be celebrating in style at the famous American Club in Kohler. We encourage all members to join... Continue Reading

Attendees at this year's Transportation Improvement Conference were part of a record-setting audience, bringing together over 450 professionals for two days of education and networking. Amongst the educational sessions and networking breaks, we had the wonderful opportunity to honor winners of... Continue Reading

Join us for our first ever Civil 3D Summit, April 14-15 in Wisconsin Dells! This event is intended for Civil 3D experts and folks who really want to get everything they can out of the software. Autodesk, WisDOT and ACEC WI members will gather in person for this two day event. This will be a... Continue Reading

After a very successful legislative campaign, ACEC WI is refilling its coffers for the 2025-27 state biennial budget. A lot of folks have already stepped up in 2025 - thank you! Add your name to the list: Conduit/WisPAC Giving. 2025 Conduit & WisPAC Contributors 2025 Contributors (as of... Continue Reading

ACEC WI members headed to Madison as part of our annual Legislative Day. Nearly 100 attendees learned about important federal and state issues before going to the Capitol to meet with legislators. We met with more than 70 legislative offices about important energy, transportation, vertical and... Continue Reading

2025 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: Strand Associates Inc.Client: City of Shawano Historic downtown Shawano was once a vibrant community hub, but years of declining business, vacant lots and underutilized spaces left it struggling. In 2017, the City’s Downtown... Continue Reading

2025 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: Strand Associates Inc.Client: City of Madison Pleasant View Road between Madison and Middleton had become severely overtaxed by the number of users. As an alternative route for US 12/14 and a major corridor by itself, it serves a... Continue Reading

2025 Engineering Excellence Best of State Entering Firm: SRF Consulting Group Inc.Client: Kraemer North America Connecting Communities The WIS 130 Wisconsin River crossing near Lone Rock was critical yet outdated. The three aging truss bridges, built over 75 years ago, were structurally... 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: Clark Dietz Inc.Client: City of Kenosha The 60th Street Corridor Reconstruction in Kenosha stands as a testament to the power of innovative engineering. Stretching 1.5 miles from I-94 to the city center, this vital urban artery... 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: GRAEFClient: Village of Ashwaubenon For decades, the Village of Ashwaubenon envisioned a seamless connection across Ashwaubenon Creek to unlock the full potential of its waterfront. Cleanup and revitalization of the Fox River... Continue Reading

2025 Engineering Excellence Best of State Entering Firm: AECOMClient: Wisconsin Department of Transportation Designing the Right Interchange The I-39/90 and I-43/WIS 81 interchange in Beloit underwent transformative upgrades to improve safety, meet modern design standards, accommodate... 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 Best of State Entering Firm: AECOMClient: Milwaukee County Transit System Modern Transit Solutions Milwaukee County’s transit system was overwhelmed by demand. The strained resources meant longer wait times for users and congestion on city streets. For... Continue Reading

2025 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: MSA Professional Services Inc.Client: City of Fond du Lac At first glance, the replacement of Fond du Lac’s West Division Street Bridge might seem like a straightforward project. However, this endeavor presented engineers with... 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: CORRE Inc.Client: Wisconsin Department of Transportation I-43 is a critical link in Wisconsin’s infrastructure, transporting goods and people throughout the southeast corner of the state. A particularly tricky part of its... 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: KL Engineering Inc.Client: Dane County Land & Water Resources Department Parks Division Dane County has embarked on an ambitious plan to connect its extensive public bike/ped system in Madison to existing trail systems in more... Continue Reading

2025 Engineering Excellence Best of State Entering Firm: IMEGClient: OPN Architects A New Place to Read The Village of Oregon needed a larger, modern library to serve its growing population. After plans for downtown expansion were deemed unsuitable, the village chose to construct a new... Continue Reading

2025 Engineering Excellence Best of State Entering Firm: CBS Squared Inc.Client: City of Bloomer A City-wide Problem In response to elevated lead levels in its water system, the City of Bloomer undertook an ambitious infrastructure overhaul, led by CBS². Engineers faced the daunting... 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 Best of State Entering Firm: Mead & Hunt Inc.Client: Dane County Regional Airport Now Boarding for a New Terminal Mead & Hunt spearheaded a transformative 100,000-square-foot terminal expansion at Dane County Regional Airport (MSN), addressing the need... Continue Reading

2025 Engineering Excellence Best of State Entering Firms: Becher-Hoppe Associates Inc. & Donohue & Associates Inc.Client: Wausau Water Works Keeping Wausau Hydrated Wausau’s aging treatment plant suffered from reliability issues, inadequate filtration, and floodplain... Continue Reading

2025 Engineering Excellence Best of State Entering Firm: AyresClient: Eau Claire Community Complex A Uniquely Complicated Facility Ayres overcame significant challenges in delivering the Sonnentag, a groundbreaking 225,900-square-foot facility for the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire... 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

The proclamation underscores the importance of civil engineering in Wisconsin's growth and highlights the dedication of professionals who tirelessly work towards building a better future for us all. Continue Reading

Join us for a banquet to celebrate our 2025 award winners. We'll be honoring our individual award winners, Leadership Institute graduates and our Engineering Excellence Awards winners. We will be celebrating in style at the famous American Club in Kohler. We encourage all members to join us to... Continue Reading

Join the Transportation Steering Committee Deadline to Apply: Friday, April 18 The Transportation Steering Committee is looking for new members. This committee provides value to the membership through communication of information obtained via collaborative policy and program implementation with... Continue Reading

ACEC WI is pleased to welcome Bolton & Menk to membership. Bolton & Menk specializes in providing infrastructure solutions. We take care of our clients by providing quality services and the right solutions for their needs. Our team is made up of more than 1,000 multiregional employees... Continue Reading

Download our ready-to-use images and animated graphics and use our sample post text to share your support for engineers everywhere! Continue Reading

ACEC WI is pleased to announce our newest member - Shannon & Wilson. Shannon & Wilson is a full service, nationally recognized leader in geotechnical and environmental engineering. Since our founding in 1954, we have been providing integrated services to private and public clients... Continue Reading

After a very successful legislative campaign, ACEC WI is refilling its coffers ahead of the 2025-27 state biennial budget. Plus, register now for Legislative Day - February 19. It's a must attend event for all members. Every contributor makes a difference. See below for everyone who made our... Continue Reading

On January 29th, millions of Asian communities worldwide come together to celebrate the first new moon of the lunar calendar. Continue Reading

Discover new ways to connect, grow and thrive in your career! Check out these upcoming events designed just for Emerging Professionals. Continue Reading

Join other emerging professionals for a morning of education and networking on March 4 in Wisconsin Dells. There are two key elements in the event: "Networking with a Purpose" will focus on improving communication and socializing skills. Designed for emerging professionals, attendees will learn... Continue Reading

With a focus on risk management, this session equipped emerging firm leaders with the tools and knowledge to navigate complex challenges and foster organizational resilience. Continue Reading

The ACEC Wisconsin Emerging Professionals Committee is hosting a Happy Hour on February 19 in Madison. Meet and network with other professionals within consulting engineering firms. There is no fee to attend this event. This is a unique opportunity for Emerging Professionals - Click below to... Continue Reading

Legislative Day, being held February 19, 2025, is our most important advocacy event each year. This is your opportunity to advocate for professional engineering firms. We'll be introducing ourselves again to a vastly different legislature and making our voices heard on the 2025-27 biennial... Continue Reading

Unlock the keys to a life of significance by mastering yourself. In today’s fast-paced world, daily habits and life’s chaos can make it challenging to focus on what truly matters. This engaging and interactive workshop is designed to help participants rise above the noise and discover... Continue Reading

Our Engineers Make It Happen stickers are back and better than ever, with eight colors to choose from! Continue Reading

ACEC WI is excited to announce our newest member - ZS Architectural Engineering. ZS LLC (ZS) is an architectural engineering firm that specializes in structural engineering, building enclosure consulting, building exterior access/fall protection consulting, building information management (BIM)... Continue Reading

The February transportation meeting is a can't miss event for anyone who works with WisDOT. It features a jam-packed agenda with time for member collaboration in the morning before essential WisDOT updates in the afternoon. Stay up to date on rapidly changing information with briefings from WisDOT... Continue Reading

ACEC WI and WisDOT are partnering for the 16th consecutive year to present the 2025 Transportation Improvement Conference! This is a must-attend event for anyone who works on transportation in Wisconsin. Last year's event brought together over 400 attendees for two days of education and... Continue Reading

After a very successful legislative campaign, ACEC WI is refilling its coffers ahead of the 2025-27 state biennial budget. Plus, register now for Legislative Day - February 19. It's a must attend event for all members. Every contributor makes a difference. See below for all the folks who have... Continue Reading

The February transportation meeting is a can't miss event for anyone who works with WisDOT. It features a jam-packed agenda with time for member collaboration in the morning before essential WisDOT updates in the afternoon. This is a vital event for anyone who works with WisDOT so click the... Continue Reading

Help us recognize the individuals who make ACEC Wisconsin stronger and elevate the engineering profession. Continue Reading

The ACEC Wisconsin HR Forum met on December 11 with a focus on Understanding and Addressing Pregnancy Accommodation Requests. Continue Reading

Legislative Day is our most important advocacy event each year. This is your opportunity to advocate for professional engineering firms. Join us on February 19 in Madison. We'll be introducing ourselves again to a vastly different legislature and making our voices heard on the 2025-27 biennial... Continue Reading

From December 4-5, the Leadership Institute's Running the Business session, led by Matt Fultz of Matheson Financial Advisors, Inc., at the Osthoff Resort in Elkhart Lake. The goal was to cultivate an understanding of engineering firm finances. The session was structured to empower participants... Continue Reading

After a very successful legislative campaign, ACEC WI is refilling its coffers ahead of the 2025-27 state biennial budget. Plus, save the date for Legislative Day - February 19. It's a must attend event for all members. Every contributor makes a difference. See below for all the folks who have... Continue Reading

Now is the best time to step up and sponsor the 2025 Transportation Improvement Conference being held March 4-5 in the Wisconsin Dells. Sponsorship highlights your firm in the transportation sector and helps your firm stand out. Platinum sponsorship comes with a free event registration. Sign up... Continue Reading

Amplify the amazing contributions of engineers in strengthening our communities with the Engineers Give Back badge. Continue Reading

An opportunity for participants to connect and collaborate on topics shaping the future of marketing and communications. Continue Reading

This free session covers essential communication skills for engineering project managers. Learn strategies for clear, impactful presentations, effective stakeholder engagement, and streamlined information flow to drive project success and team alignment. Join us for this virtual event on December... Continue Reading

Plan to attend our 2025 Legislative Day on February 19 in Madison! This is your opportunity to advocate for professional engineering firms. We'll be introducing ourselves again to a vastly different legislature and making our voices heard on the 2025-27 biennial budget. This is a must-attend event... Continue Reading

Help us recognize the individuals who make ACEC Wisconsin stronger and elevate the engineering profession. Continue Reading

The December 11 HR Forum offers a dedicated platform for professionals in the civil engineering field to exchange best practices, stay current with the latest HR trends, and collaboratively enhance HR processes to benefit their organizations. It is a valuable opportunity to connect and... Continue Reading

The Leadership Institute Class of 2025 dove into the essentials of business development and marketing in a robust two-day session titled "Business Development and Marketing: What it Takes to Win Work." Continue Reading

As a critical election year under new maps, 2024 is putting a lot of demand on our resources. We need members to step up their political giving; Check out the folks who have already contributed in 2024 and made a huge difference in our legislative success. Click this link to join this list:... Continue Reading

Our First Ever PSMJ Project Management Bootcamp December 11-12 | Holiday Inn PewaukeeEarly Bird Deadline: November 11 We want to train your staff! ACEC WI is hosting a bootcamp to teach your new PMs all the tricks. We're partnering with PSMJ who is nationally recognized for this exact training.... Continue Reading

The ACEC BIT program offers a comprehensive range of coverages tailored to meet the unique needs of engineering firms. Continue Reading

ACEC WI partnered with the ACEC Life/Health Trust to deliver a webinar explaining the benefits of the Trust. Access is included in your membership and firms can derive significant cost savings with the Trust. If you missed the webinar, it's available below to view on your own time. Find out why... Continue Reading

WisDOT recently announced Scott Lawry as the Deputy Secretary of the Department. Read Secretary Kristina Boardman's message below: "I am pleased to announce Scott Lawry as the new Deputy Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Scott has spent his entire professional career with... Continue Reading

As a critical election year under new maps, 2024 is putting a lot of demand on our resources. We need members to step up their political giving; Check out the folks who have already contributed in 2024 and made a huge difference in our legislative success. Click this link to join this list:... Continue Reading

ACEC WI wants to promote the good things that our members are doing. Whether it's hiring new people, a new office, winning awards or helping out in your community, we want to help you show off. Email your member news to Andrew to receive a news post and a shout out our monthly newsletter! Continue Reading

Sign up for the ACEC WI - WisDOT Transportation Partnering Meeting on October 14 in Madison. This meeting brings together transportation professionals with WisDOT for a day of education and networking. There will be a morning portion with just members before getting together with WisDOT in the... Continue Reading

The Leadership Institute Class of 2025 kicked off its first session at Lambeau Field. The core focus of this session was leadership, specifically within Wisconsin’s engineering businesses. Continue Reading

There is a new leader at the top of WisDOT and will have several new legislators sworn in this January, regardless of how the election shakes out. Some exciting projects are moving forward, but stagnant revenue leaves the future uncertain. TDA is calling for all transportation stakeholders to come... Continue Reading

The 2025 Engineering Excellence Awards program recognize exceptional ideas and innovations in engineering by showcasing your successful projects to a statewide audience of clients, industry leaders, legislators and other decision makers through the Engineering Excellence Awards competition. The... Continue Reading

For over 20 years, sending key staff through PSMJ's A/E/C Project Management Bootcamp has been standard practice for firms committed to superior financial results, ecstatic clients, and a winning culture. Shrewd executives know their most valuable contributors will return with new confidence and... Continue Reading

The ACEC Life/Health Trust is a non-profit Association Health Plan governed by a board of Trustees elected by ACEC Life/Health Trust Member firms. The mission is to provide exclusive, high value health care benefits to ACEC Member firms (currently 1,300 firms) to support the health and... Continue Reading

We look forward to seeing you October 20–23 in New Orleans. The Fall Conference is equal parts informative and entertaining, with inspiring keynote speakers, timely education sessions, and the opportunity to network with peers from throughout the industry. Register now by clicking the button... Continue Reading

ACEC WI members gathered again for our annual golf outing and even rain couldn't dampen the record attendance! Golfers played some hole games, shared each others' company and won a host of raffle prizes. Help us grow and plan to attend in 2025. Thank you to the volunteers and sponsors who made... Continue Reading

Join us for our annual conference with the Division of Facilities Development. This is your best opportunity to learn and network with engineers, architects and state agency professionals working on state building projects. Continuing education credits are available. Help us build off our record... Continue Reading

Our indemnification/duty to defend legislation has been signed into law by the Governor as Act 211. This is an amazing achievement for our organization and sets up for a vital 2024. As a critical election year under new maps, there will be lots of demands on our resources. We need members to step... Continue Reading

Sign up for the ACEC WI - WisDOT Transportation Partnering Meeting on October 14 in Madison. This meeting brings together transportation professionals with WisDOT for a day of education and networking. There will be a morning portion with just members before getting together with WisDOT in the... Continue Reading

The 2025 Engineering Excellence Awards program recognize exceptional ideas and innovations in engineering by showcasing your successful projects to a statewide audience of clients, industry leaders, legislators and other decision makers through the Engineering Excellence Awards competition. The... Continue Reading

The ACEC Life/Health Trust is a non-profit Association Health Plan governed by a board of Trustees elected by ACEC Life/Health Trust Member firms. The mission is to provide exclusive, high value health care benefits to ACEC Member firms (currently 1,300 firms) to support the health and... Continue Reading

For over 20 years, sending key staff through PSMJ's A/E/C Project Management Bootcamp has been standard practice for firms committed to superior financial results, ecstatic clients, and a winning culture. Shrewd executives know their most valuable contributors will return with new confidence and... Continue Reading

The Biggest Civil 3D Event in Wisconsin September 23-26 | Virtual Join us for this year's Civil 3D Workshop. We'll be delivering four full days of Civil 3D education, designed for anyone from beginners to experts! Hear from power users from Autodesk, WisDOT and other firms.This virtual event... Continue Reading

ACEC WI is pleased to announce Professional Testing Services has joined the organization as an affiliate member. The firm is one of the leading geotechnical and environmental drilling firms in the Midwest. We have installed 100' monitoring wells along Lake Michigan in Port Washington to hundreds... Continue Reading

ACEC WI is pleased to announce that ICS LLC has joined the organization as a new affiliate member. ICS is here for all your IT needs and offers a wide range of services. Learn more about them here: https://icshelpsyou.com/ Continue Reading

Written by: Caleb Weber, PE & Jeremiah Wendt, PE, Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. Public utilities often face significant asset management and capital improvement decisions. And at the heart of these decisions is the obligation to benefit the public, maximizing the financial investment and... Continue Reading

ACEC WI wants to promote the good things that our members are doing. Whether it's hiring new people, a new office, winning awards or helping out in your community, we want to help you show off. Email your member news to Andrew to receive a news post and a shout out our monthly newsletter! Continue Reading

Our indemnification/duty to defend legislation has been signed into law by the Governor as Act 211. This is an amazing achievement for our organization and sets up for a vital 2024. As a critical election year under new maps, there will be lots of demands on our resources. We need members to step... Continue Reading

Save the date for the 2024 DFD Collaborative Conference! Anyone who works with DFD or vertical design should plan to attend. Join 300 private and public sector design professionals for a day of education and networking. Sponsorship opportunities are now available for members. Submit now to be... Continue Reading

We're now accepting projects for our 2025 Engineering Excellence Awards. The Engineering Excellence Awards program recognize exceptional ideas and innovations in engineering by showcasing your successful projects to a statewide audience of clients, industry leaders, legislators and other... Continue Reading

Join Us On Thursday, September 5 Our annual golf outing is an amazing opportunity to collaborate and engage with peers and enjoy a fun day outside. Sign up with a foursome or be placed with a group. Registration includes golf and lunch. There will also be a post-event reception. Spots are already... Continue Reading

Engineering Excellence Awards Intent to Enter Survey Survey Deadline: August 16 ACEC WI would like to know if your firm is planning to submit a project(s) into the 2025 Engineering Excellence Awards competition. The survey will take less than five minutes. Information collected in this survey... Continue Reading

Join us for this year's virtual Civil 3D Workshop from September 23-26. We'll be delivering four full days of Civil 3D education, designed for anyone from beginners to experts! Hear from power users from Autodesk, WisDOT and other firms. This virtual event is designed to maximize your education... Continue Reading

We're now accepting projects for our 2025 Engineering Excellence Awards. The Engineering Excellence Awards program recognize exceptional ideas and innovations in engineering by showcasing your successful projects to a statewide audience of clients, industry leaders, legislators and other... Continue Reading

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Steve Wurster for his service and dedication to ACEC Wisconsin. Continue Reading

Our indemnification/duty to defend legislation has been signed into law by the Governor as Act 211. This is an amazing achievement for our organization and sets up for a vital 2024. As a critical election year under new maps, there will be lots of demands on our resources. We need members to step... Continue Reading

The Emerging Professionals Committee hosted a golf and networking event this week. With over 20 attendees, it was a great opportunity to meet folks from different firms and work on some golf swings. Attendees loved the venue and the committee is already planning their next events. Interested in... Continue Reading

Join Us On Thursday, September 5 Our annual golf outing is an amazing opportunity to collaborate and engage with peers and enjoy a fun day outside. Sign up with a foursome or be placed with a group. Registration includes golf and lunch. There will also be a post-event reception.Sponsorship... Continue Reading

We asked the Class of 2024 who will benefit most from our Leadership Institute series, and their answer was unanimous: Everyone! Continue Reading

Set your firm up for success with our 2024-25 event sponsorships! Covering all our major conferences, these opportunities are another way for member firms to showcase themselves as leaders in the industry. Our flexible package allows firms to select as many sponsorships as they prefer, with a... Continue Reading

Curious about the Leadership Institute? We sat down with Andres, Ben, Casey, Ryan, and Chase to uncover the valuable lessons they gained during the program. Continue Reading

ACEC WI is pleased to announce that IBC Engineering Services has joined the organization. IBC Engineering Services specializes in designing and commissioning Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing engineering systems. Our focus on energy efficient and sustainable systems is balanced with providing... Continue Reading

Our indemnification/duty to defend legislation has been signed into law by the Governor as Act 211. This is an amazing achievement for our organization and sets up for a vital 2024. As a critical election year under new maps, there will be lots of demands on our resources. We need members to step... Continue Reading

Members came together virtually to review the amazing achievements of ACEC WI in 2023-24. Board Chair Josh Straka shared information record event attendance, a full Leadership Institute class and some of the new initiatives that the board is taking. Secretary/Treasurer Jeff Bauer shared that the... Continue Reading

The 2024-2025 ACEC Wisconsin Board of Directors election results are now official with 32 percent of the organization’s voting strength casting ballots. Continue Reading

We are excited to announce that applications are now open for the Leadership Institute Class of 2025! This prestigious program, tailored for Wisconsin’s design professionals, offers a unique opportunity to advance your leadership and management skills through six immersive sessions. Continue Reading

The June 12 HR Forum is designed to provide a dedicated space for professionals in the civil engineering field to share best practices, stay updated on the latest HR trends, and collectively work towards enhancing HR processes for the betterment of their organizations. This forum is open to all... Continue Reading

This week ACEC Wisconsin traveled to DC for the 2024 ACEC National Annual Convention. After hearing from excellent speakers, members went up to the Capitol to talk to Wisconsin legislators about the importance of R&D amortization legislation and the continuing workforce crunch for members.... Continue Reading

Important Information for 2024 Civil 3D Workshop Save the Date: September 23-27, Virtual ACEC WI is excited to host the 2024 Civil 3D Workshop, virtually September 23-27. Last year's event brought together nearly 600 people from across the country for a week of education and we're aiming to beat... Continue Reading

The Nominating Committee’s 2024-25 Board Slate of Candidates is now open to the membership vote until May 20th. Continue Reading

The 2024 Young Professional of the Year Award goes to Brennen Fischer, PE, CFM! We are thrilled to recognize and celebrate the outstanding achievements of our young members who embody the spirit of innovation, dedication, and excellence engineering. Continue Reading

raSmith is pleased to announce that the firm was recognized as a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace. Read the full press release below: 'raSmith was recently recognized as a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace for the 12th consecutive year, ranking second out of 61 firms in the... Continue Reading

The Leadership Institute Class of 2024 proudly reached a significant milestone as they were honored during the April 26 Awards Banquet in Kohler. Continue Reading

Clark Dietz is pleased to announce that they have acquired RS Engineering of Lansing, Michigan. Read the full press release below: 'Effective April 26, 2024, Clark Dietz, Inc. announces acquisition of RS Engineering, LLC of Lansing, Michigan. Operations for Clark Dietz expand into its fifth... Continue Reading

Congratulations to GRAEF & Komatsu for winning the 2024 Grand Award! Awarded by our judges to the top project in this year's 2024 Engineering Excellence Awards, this award highlights an incredible project. Read more about the award winner below or see all of our winners on our Awards... Continue Reading

ACEC WI celebrated in style at the 2024 Awards Banquet at the American Club in Kohler. Over 200 members and guests gathered to celebrate the achievements of our volunteers and Engineering Excellence Award winners. 23 projects won awards, including our Grand Award. Learn more about every project by... Continue Reading

Our indemnification/duty to defend legislation has been signed into law by the Governor as Act 211. This is an amazing achievement for our organization and sets up for a vital 2024. As a critical election year under new maps, there will be lots of demands on our resources. We need members to step... Continue Reading

Sign up for the ACEC WI - WisDOT Transportation Partnering Meeting. This meeting brings together transportation professionals with WisDOT for a day of education and networking. There will be a morning portion with just members before getting together with WisDOT in the afternoon. Click below to... Continue Reading

Join ACEC WI for our Annual Business Meeting and an important discussion on Indemnification/Duty to Defend clauses in contracts. This is a free virtual event on May 22 but registration is required. See more details below: Annual Business Meeting Learn more about what your association has... Continue Reading

The Leadership Institute Class of 2024 met for its sixth and final session, Work-Life Balance for a successful leader. This module brought together experts and industry leaders to explore various dimensions of personal and professional well-being. Continue Reading

CORRE Inc. is pleased to announce that Sarah Erickson and Eric Renfert have joined the firm's structural division. Read the full press release here: '“Our structures group is fortunate to welcome two highly qualified structural engineers to the team, expanding our capacity to deliver bridges... Continue Reading

Our indemnification/duty to defend legislation has been signed into law by the Governor as Act 211. This is an amazing achievement for our organization and sets up for a vital 2024. As a critical election year under new maps, there will be lots of demands on our resources. We need members to step... Continue Reading

There is still time to join us for a banquet to celebrate our 2024 engineering accomplishments! We'll be honoring the Young Professional Award winner, Leadership Institute graduates and our Engineering Excellence Awards winners. We will be celebrating in style at the famous American Club in... Continue Reading

A note from CEO Chris Klein: Good Morning, I am thrilled to announce that this afternoon the Governor signed Assembly Bill 514, our legislation that limits broad form indemnification and duty to defend clauses in public contracts. Joining the Governor at the bill signing were ACEC Wisconsin... Continue Reading

Save the Date for Our WisPAC Golf Outing Thursday, September 5 | Trappers Turn, Wisconsin Dells Join us for our fourth annual ACEC WI Golf Outing! Our annual golf outing is an amazing opportunity to collaborate and engage with peers and enjoy a fun day outside.. There's no better way to enjoy... Continue Reading

The Nominating Committee is pleased to announce the Board of Directors 2024 -2025 Slate of Candidates. Continue Reading

The March HR Forum featured an informative presentation on sponsoring visas for skilled international talent. Continue Reading

The Transportation Leadership Committee and Transportation Steering Committee are looking for new members. Continue Reading

The ACEC WI Energy Committee is excited to present a free webinar about the importance of microgrids! Join us at noon on Tuesday, May 7. The event will be eligible for 1 PDH and feature a presentation followed by Q&A. Our presenter is Alex Schmidt of HDR. This is a free event but please click... Continue Reading

CORRE Inc. is pleased to announce that their CTH S Reconstruction and Reconditioning project in Vilas County won WisDOT’s 2024 DTSD Design Award for Best Local Program Project. Read the full press release below: "We are excited to announce that the CTH S Reconstruction and Reconditioning... Continue Reading

This week we hosted over 400 transportation professionals at our annual Transportation Improvement Conference. The record-setting attendance led into extensive networking opportunities and learning experiences. Thank you to the planning committee for all their work and to our sponsors for their... Continue Reading

ACEC WI is pleased to announce the APEX Consulting Engineers has joined the organization! Learn all about our newest member here: https://www.apexconsults.com/ Continue Reading

The ACEC Research Institute scholarship portal has more than 100 scholarships totaling nearly $1Million in grants. Continue Reading

March 13 HR Forum Features H-1B Lottery Presentation Continue Reading

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation are partnering for the 15th consecutive year to present the 2024 Transportation Improvement Conference. Join us March 5-6 in Wisconsin Dells for an amazing event filled with educational... Continue Reading

Indemnification/Duty to Defend legislation has passed both houses! This is an incredible achievement propelled by the grassroots advocacy of members. It's amazing to go into 2024 with as strong of an organization as we have. 2024 is a critical election year so we'll need to keep the momentum... Continue Reading

Government Affairs 101 session was a vital opportunity for the Class of 2024 to delve into the intricate relationship between legislative processes and the Wisconsin design industry. Continue Reading

Buoyed by incredible weather, members from across the state gathered in Madison for our annual Legislative Day. Attendees learned about our advocacy efforts and how members played a key role in getting legislation passed. They also heard from Debby Jackson of TDA and Charles Franklin of Marquette... Continue Reading

Join the Engineers Week celebration. Continue Reading

The Engineering Excellence Awards highlight the best of the best in professional engineering. Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: Collins Engineers Inc.Client: Milwaukee Water Works Milwaukee Water Works, responsible for supplying clean water to over 867,000 residents, faced a critical inspection challenge with a 7,100-foot transmission tunnel. This inspection... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence Best of State Entering Firm: Strand Associates Inc.Client: City of Dubuque The City of Dubuque faced a complex challenge of historic flooding issues with stringent railway requirements in the Bee Branch watershed. With a history of flash floods and tens of... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: Strand Associates Inc.Client: City of Wisconsin Rapids The aging infrastructure of West Jackson Street, a vital downtown artery in Wisconsin Rapids, inhibited growth and did not fit with the city’s long-term plans. Pavement... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: MSA Professional Services Inc.Client: City of Middleton Pheasant Branch Creek Corridor Trail is a cherished route in Middleton. A historic rain event resulted in substantial flooding, wreaking havoc on streambanks, pedestrian... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence Best of State Entering Firm: KL Engineering Inc.Client: Wisconsin Department of Transportation The WIS 26 interchange with I-39/90 faced significant challenges due to aging infrastructure and escalating traffic demands. Deteriorating pavement and safety concerns... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence Best of State Entering Firm: GRAEFClient: Komatsu Komatsu Mining Corporation was on a quest to develop a new U.S.-based headquarters for its operations. When looking at Milwaukee, the company saw major potential – an attractive location near Lake Michigan,... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: GRAEFClient: Milwaukee Public Schools River Trail School of Agriculture and Science, nestled in Milwaukee's Northwest side, embodies a commitment to agricultural sciences education for approximately 400 K-8 students The forest... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence Best of State Entering Firm: Ayres AssociatesClient: Wisconsin Department of Transportation The USH 53/63 intersection in Northwest Wisconsin was a notorious hotspot for dangerous at-grade intersections and severe crashes. Serving as a crucial route for... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: Ayres AssociatesClient: City of Racine The City of Racine enlisted Ayres Associates’ engineering expertise to tackle the intricate task of replacing the iconic West 6th Street Bridge, a cherished local landmark. Facing the... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: BeneschClient: Wisconsin Department of Transportation STH 16 is a major east/west connector in La Crosse. This one-mile stretch, flanking University of Wisconsin campus, serves diverse users and essential traffic. It faced severe... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence Best of State Entering Firm: EMCS Inc.Client: Wisconsin Department of Transportation STH 35 is a critical interstate link between Iowa and Wisconsin, accommodating over 7,000 vehicles daily. It connects travelers with the popular Great River Road tourist route... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firms: Mead & Hunt Inc. and Olson & Nesvold Engineers PSCClient: Milwaukee County The Milwaukee County Parks Department embarked on a crucial preservation project for Lake Park's historic concrete arch bridge, dating back to 1906.... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: JT Engineering Inc.Client: Wisconsin Department of Transportation STH 69’s old design was running out of time. Increased traffic demand created daily congestion as well as overtaxing the pavement below. Poor intersection... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firms: Jewell Associates Engineers Inc. & Westwood Professional ServicesClient: Tri County Airport Commission With over 15,000 aircraft operations annually, the Tri-County Airport plays a crucial role in the River Valley Area.... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: GRAEFClient: Wisconsin Department of Transportation STH 23 has long been a major safety and flow concern for the area and the state. Increasing traffic demand mixed with a plethora of different use conditions, ranging from rural... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: Snyder & Associates Inc.Client: City of Cedar Falls The city of Cedar Falls, recognized as a Great American Main Street, faced challenges with its historic parkade which was affected by aging infrastructure and outdated... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence Best of State Entering Firm: HNTBClient: Wisconsin Department of Transportation WIS 50 serves as a vital link through Walworth and Kenosha counties. Connecting residents to essential facilities and Lake Michigan's shores, the road lacked infrastructure... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence Best of State Entering Firm: Greeley and HansenClient: Waukesha Water Utility The Waukesha Water Utility faced a critical challenge as its primary water source, the St. Peter Sandstone aquifer, depleted, jeopardizing water quality and supply for 72,000... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence Best of State Entering Firm: Mead & Hunt Inc.Client: DTE Vantage In the face of escalating greenhouse gas emissions and unabated climate change, companies are looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint and stabilize energy usage. DTE Vantage wanted to... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: Ruekert & Mielke Inc.Client: City of Greenfield The City of Greenfield wanted to rejuvenate the Honey Creek stream, situated in Konkel Park. A feasibility study revealed significant impairments, including sediment accumulation... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc.Client: City of Hudson The City of Hudson faced with a crucial decision: rebuild or renovate its wastewater facility to meet treatment requirements and the community’s future needs. The ambitious... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: CBS Squared Inc.Client: Wisconsin Department of Transportation Nestled in the scenic landscapes of Chippewa County, Cobban Bridge is a historic link in the region. However, the structure faced extensive deterioration, prompting its... Continue Reading

2024 Engineering Excellence State Finalist Entering Firm: CBS Squared Inc.Client: Chippewa Historical Society The Chippewa Historical Society was looking for a unique way to display the history of the region. The site’s restricted dimensions created space constraints for exhibits.... Continue Reading

ACEC WI is pleased to announce our newest member, Town & Country Engineering! Town & Country Engineering, with offices located in Madison, Rhinelander and Kenosha, is a multifaceted Municipal Engineering firm that provides a wide range of services including general municipal engineering,... Continue Reading

CORRE is pleased to announce that Andrew Leden has joined the firm as a project manager. Read the full press release below: 'CORRE is pleased to introduce the newest member of our team, Andrew Leden! Mr. Leden joins our Waukesha office as a Project Manager and Bridge Inspection Team Leader... Continue Reading

Join us for a banquet to celebrate our 2024 award winners. We'll be honoring Chair's Award, Young Professional Award and Lifetime Achievement Award winners, Leadership Institute graduates and our Engineering Excellence Awards winners. We will be celebrating in style at the famous American Club... Continue Reading

Indemnification/Duty to Defend legislation has passed both houses! This is an incredible achievement propelled by the grassroots advocacy of members. It's amazing to go into 2024 with as strong of an organization as we have. 2024 is a critical election year so we'll need to keep the momentum... Continue Reading

Stickers can be found at upcoming ACEC Wisconsin events, or you can contact us to order stickers for classroom visits and other STEM outreach activities. Continue Reading

The ACEC Wisconsin Emerging Professionals Committee is hosting another Happy Hour in Madison on February 21! Meet and network with other professionals within consulting engineering firms. There is no fee to attend this event. Click the Register Now button to RSVP. An RSVP is helpful but not... Continue Reading

Join other emerging professionals for a morning of education and networking before the Transportation Improvement Conference on March 5. There are two key elements in the event: An Emerging Professionals Roundtable followed by an AI presentation by Nick Myers of RedFox AI. Check out all the... Continue Reading

Sign up for the ACEC WI - WisDOT Transportation Partnering Meeting. This meeting brings together transportation professionals with WisDOT for a day of education and networking. There will be a morning portion with just members before getting together with WisDOT in the afternoon. Click below to... Continue Reading

During the January installment of the Leadership Institute Class of 2024, participants delved into the intricacies of risk management. Continue Reading

Legislative Day is our most important legislative event each year. It gives legislators face time with members to help them understand the human impact of engineering in our state. Attendees will learn about the status of our critical legislative initiatives and what to look forward to during... Continue Reading

Your expertise and passion can inspire the next generation of engineers. Continue Reading

Building a sustainable workplace culture of belonging within our companies and across our industry requires everyone to speak up in support of belonging. Yet, speaking up when you experience or witness behavior that is non-inclusive or inappropriate isn’t easy. In this interactive... Continue Reading

ACEC WI is pleased to announce that Kapur & Associates has joined the organization. Kapur provides services to cities, counties, state agencies, sewerage districts, and developers throughout the Midwest. This includes municipal, transportation, and structural engineering, as well as land... Continue Reading

Elevate Your Workplace Culture: Join Us for "Tips for Speaking Up in Support of Belonging" Virtual Workshop! Continue Reading

Elevate Your Workplace Culture: Join Us for "Tips for Speaking Up in Support of Belonging" Virtual Workshop! Continue Reading

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation are partnering for the 15th consecutive year to present the 2024 Transportation Improvement Conference. Join us March 5-6 in Wisconsin Dells for an amazing event filled with educational... Continue Reading

Prepare for the 2024 Transportation Improvement Conference Join Us March 5-6 in Wisconsin Dells The American Council of Engineering Companies of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation are partnering for the 15th consecutive year to present the 2024 Transportation Improvement... Continue Reading

Indemnification/Duty to Defend legislation has passed in the Assembly but we're still fighting for passage in the Senate. This is our biggest legislative initiative in years so we need everyone to step up. Contact your senator and tell them to support SB 491. We'll also be advocating for the... Continue Reading

The Leadership Institute's Running the Business session enriched understanding of accounting intricacies. Continue Reading

Sign up for the ACEC WI - WisDOT Transportation Partnering Meeting. This meeting brings together transportation professionals with WisDOT for a day of education and networking. There will be a morning portion with just members before getting together with WisDOT in the afternoon. Click below to... Continue Reading

Legislative Day is our most important legislative event each year. It gives legislators face time with members to help them understand the human impact of engineering in our state. Attendees will learn about the status of our critical legislative initiatives and what to look forward to during... Continue Reading

Every year ACEC WI works with The Daily Reporter to produce a full-color magazine. The magazine goes to legislators, engineering firms and the entire subscriber list of The Daily Reporter. It is a key part of our efforts to highlight the achievements of engineers in Wisconsin. There is ample... Continue Reading

Our first-ever HR Forum meeting, which brought together 22 enthusiastic attendees from our civil engineering community. Continue Reading

We encourage you to submit nominations and help us recognize those individuals whose dedication and impact embody the spirit of excellence within our association. Continue Reading

Indemnification/Duty to Defend legislation has passed in the Assembly but we're still fighting for passage in the Senate. This is our biggest legislative initiative in years so we need everyone to step up. Contact your senator and tell them to support SB 491. We're also encouraging members to step... Continue Reading

Every year ACEC WI works with The Daily Reporter to produce a full-color magazine. The magazine goes to legislators, engineering firms and the entire subscriber list of The Daily Reporter. It is a key part of our efforts to highlight the achievements of engineers in Wisconsin. There is ample... Continue Reading

Show off your firm at the 2024 Transportation Improvement Conference (March 5-6) by sponsoring the event! We'll promote your firm during the full registration process, in social media, our newsletters and at the event itself. Everyone will know that your firm is a leader in Wisconsin... Continue Reading

Plan to join us for Legislative Day 2024 on February 21. It's vital that members turn out in large numbers to support our advocacy initiatives, especially indemnification and duty to defend. The grassroots advocacy of our members creates a favorable environment for our legislative priorities.... Continue Reading

Congratulations to Jessica Splittgerber, PE, EMCS, for being recognized as one of five ACEC National Young Professionals of the Year! Continue Reading

ACEC Wisconsin is gearing up for an exciting opportunity to celebrate and promote the fascinating world of engineering during the month of February to celebrate Engineers Week. Continue Reading

Now is the best time to step up and sponsor the 2024 TIC. Sponsorship highlights your firm in the transportation sector and helps your firm stand out. Platinum sponsorship comes with a free event registration. Sign up by December 8 to ensure your firm is included in the first batch of promotional... Continue Reading

In our upcoming social media campaign, we’re highlighting the many ways engineers and engineering firms give back to their communities. Continue Reading

ACEC's Trust Programs enhance your membership investment by helping to control your firm's costs. Programs are available for business insurance, life/health insurance, and retirement plans. Continue Reading

ACEC WI's annual DFD Conference was a major hit! The event hosted more than 300 engineers, architects and state agency professionals - setting a new attendance record. Attendees heard from a wide range of presenters on important topics shaping the state design work. A special thank you to... Continue Reading

The HR Forum is designed to provide a dedicated space for professionals in the civil engineering field to share best practices, stay updated on the latest HR trends, and collectively work towards enhancing HR processes for the betterment of their organizations. Continue Reading

The Leadership Institute Class of 2024 met October 24th and 25th for its second session – Business Development & Marketing: What it Takes to Win Work. Veteran A/E marketing expert Barbara Shuck provided a roadmap for business development and marketing. Continue Reading

Plan to join us for Legislative Day 2024 on February 21. It's vital that members turn out in large numbers to support our advocacy initiatives, especially indemnification and duty to defend. The grassroots advocacy of our members creates a favorable environment for our legislative priorities.... Continue Reading

Indemnification/Duty to Defend legislation is now public and working its way through the Assembly and the Senate. This is our biggest legislative initiative in years so we need everyone to step up. Contact your legislators and tell them to support AB 514/SB 491. We're also encouraging members to... Continue Reading

ACEC Wisconsin members made a significant impact at the 2023 ACEC Fall Conference in Austin, Texas. Continue Reading

The 2023 Civil 3D Workshop is in the books, wrapping up another very successful event! 545 attendees from 20 different states came together for a week of learning from experts and from each other. This virtual event provided the opportunity to engage live with speakers and attendees now have... Continue Reading

Introducing students to the engineering profession and encouraging critical and creative thinking with hands-on opportunities. Continue Reading

JT Engineering is pleased to announce that Stephanie Thomsen has joined the firm as director of strategic growth. Read the full press release below: "JT Engineering, Inc. (JT) is excited to announce that Stephanie Thomsen, PE, ENV SP has joined the firm as the Director of Strategic Growth.... Continue Reading

If you have news about your firm, send it to ACEC WI! We publish updates about staff changes, awards and other positive information from our member firms. It promotes your firm and highlights the growth and community interactions of our members. The news is published as a story on our website and... Continue Reading