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🚀 "Week-End" #AECJobsReport 🔹 Engineering & Infrastructure Strong demand for Transportation Engineers, Inspectors, Geotechnical Engineers, and Land Development professionals. Firms are scaling to meet project timelines. Not enough talent to keep up with the demand. 🔹 Surveying Still one of the busiest disciplines — hiring at all levels across the Northeast. 🔹 Construction Steady hiring within retail, residential, and mixed-use fit-outs, plus direct-hire leadership roles in Superintendents, Project Management, Estimating, and Safety. 🔹 Energy & Building Systems Rising need for Energy Engineers, Field Technicians, and BIM Coordinators supporting sustainability initiatives and HVAC upgrades. 🔹 Real Estate Property Managers remain in demand across Boston, the South Shore, and the Cape. #Hiring #EngineeringJobs #ConstructionJobs #Surveying #TransportationEngineering #LandDevelopment #EnergyJobs #PropertyManagement #BIM #Infrastructure #RealEstate #NortheastJobs #thebigdig On the Horizon — indicators of future development: 📈 Civil Construction - Housing and Transportation 📈 Geotechnical (field + office) 📈 Retail/ Mixed-Use Tenant Fit out - Supers 📈 Boundary & Topo Survey

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As the US Navy continues to update its operations, Stantec is there to support infrastructure modernization. The Stantec-AECOM JV has been selected to deliver a 5-year, $150 million single award contract, focusing on the modernization of Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery, Maine. Learn more: https://ow.ly/CUX250Y31J6

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Too often, recruitment is treated as a box-ticking exercise. In reality, it plays a big role in project success, team morale, and long-term stability. This article reflects many of the conversations we have been having internally about hiring and retention. Here, we share how we have adjusted our approach at Hill International, Inc. and why it matters. Interested to hear how others are tackling similar challenges. #Hiring #Recruitment #TalentAcquisition #People #Projects #Construction #Leadership #Careers #WeAreHiring

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Tetra Tech Wins $500M USACE Environmental Remediation Contract Tetra Tech, Inc. has been awarded a five-year, $500 million multiple-award contract by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Baltimore District to deliver environmental engineering and technical services. The work supports cleanup efforts across the North Atlantic Division, including projects in the continental U.S., Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico. Services will focus on identifying and remediating hazardous, toxic, and radiological waste at military and civilian sites, using advanced tools such as AI-supported data collection, GIS, and 3D visualization technologies.

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‼��� Exciting announcement for our Energy team here in the Americas! ‼️ ⚡🌍 Ramboll just powered-up our green energy game by acquiring TransGrid Solutions, a Canadian powerhouse in HVDC systems. This move supercharges Ramboll’s global grid resiliency efforts, combining 70+ major HVDC projects with a team of 300+ experts worldwide. It’s a strategic move to strengthen sustainable infrastructure and meet rising energy demands more efficiently. 🌍⚡

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In evaluating agency partners, I often hear claims about higher recruitment capabilities. The reality is that many of us are working with the same tools and technologies to attract talent. What truly differentiates a great partner is their willingness to understand our business, our talent challenges, and the impact that exceptional hiring has on the organization. I’m curious—Talent Acquisition Leaders, how do you assess the value of your agency partnerships? Are these relationships purely transactional, or are your partners bringing real strategic value through innovative talent solutions? I’ve had the privilege of working with some outstanding agency partners over the years, and I’m always happy to share recommendations.

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For government contractors, compliance isn’t a “check-the-box” activity; it’s an ongoing discipline. Earning a certification is only the first milestone. Staying compliant every day is what keeps your contracts safe, your audits clean, and your business eligible for future awards. At iQuasar LLC, we help GovCon organizations build processes and controls that don’t just pass audits once but keep them consistently audit‑ready throughout the year. Whether it’s documentation, internal reviews, policy updates, or ensuring your team stays aligned with evolving requirements, proactive compliance is the strongest way to protect revenue and reduce risk. #GovConCompliance #AuditReady #GCCS #iQuasar #FederalCompliance #AuditSupport #RiskManagement #GovConExperts #FederalContractors #DFARS https://lnkd.in/gEEUgMPP

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America’s future depends on building more housing and modern infrastructure to meet growing demand. This New York Times piece highlights an “abundance” approach focused on delivering projects efficiently and at scale so communities can keep up with population and economic growth. Construction is a key mechanism for increasing supply, supporting jobs, and ensuring the built environment can meet today’s needs.

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Excellent post by Brittany Hartley. And as you can see by comments from the gurus in the industry... the problem is only getting worse...

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Civil Engineering Recruiters: Helping Firms Build Infrastructure That Lasts: Civil engineering recruiters specialize in connecting infrastructure firms with the skilled professionals needed to build roads, bridges, water systems, and other critical projects that shape our communities. For construction companies, engineering consultancies, and public agencies struggling to find qualified talent in today's competitive market, these specialized engineering recruiters offer targeted expertise that general staffing firms… The post Civil Engineering Recruiters: Helping Firms Build Infrastructure That Lasts appeared first on K2 Staffing. https://bit.ly/47UUbO3

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🚀 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 & 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞! WSP is acquiring TRC Companies, Inc. in a $3.3B all‑cash deal, bringing 8,000 employees into the WSP organization and positioning the firm as the leading power and energy adviser in the U.S. This on top of the acquisition of POWER Engineers back in 2024 takes WSP spending on acquisitions in the energy space to over $5 billion in the past year or so. Mergers and acquisitions are having a huge impact on the power and energy space. I’d love to hear how others in the industry see this trend. Harry Karl James Ross James Jack Chene Jason James Aidan Jordan

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Thinking of relocating to Chicago for a job? 🤔 Here's some advice for aspiring Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers! 🌆 Chicago has a robust construction sector with plenty of opportunities. It's a great place to advance your career. 🏠 Research neighbourhoods thoroughly. Chicago is diverse, so make sure your new home fits your commute and lifestyle. 💰 Account for a higher cost of living. Factor in accommodation, transport, and city taxes. 👥 Join local professional networks. Connecting with peers can ease the transition and open up new opportunities. 📈 The job market here is competitive. Tailor your skills to local requirements and keep up-to-date with industry standards. If you've moved for work, share your tips below or feel free to get in touch through www.heather-daniel.com #relocation #constructionjobs #Chicago

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🚧 Leaders in Sewer & Waste Construction for 2024 The newest ENR rankings highlight the general contractors making the biggest impact across Sewer & Waste infrastructure - a sector that’s becoming increasingly important as communities upgrade aging systems and plan for long‑term resilience. This year, Kiewit, Garney Construction, The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western, and Sundt Construction stand out with strong performance and major project delivery across the country. Their leadership reflects not only scale, but also deep specialization in complex underground and treatment‑related work. A few standout numbers: Kiewit tops the list at $973.5M Garney posts $864.0M Walsh, Sundt, and Wharton-Smith, Inc. continue to be dominant players in the space Strong representation across mid‑sized firms like MWH, ECC, The Haskell Company, and McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. We cover market movers like these - along with compensation data, hiring trends, and regional insights - inside the TX Salary Guide, which has become a go‑to resource for teams planning talent strategy in Water, Wastewater, Heavy Civil, and Environmental work. 📩 If you’d like a copy of the TX Salary Guide, download from the link in the comments, or feel free to reach out - I’m happy to share it. Follow: Sophie Booker Email: sophie.booker@mkhsearch.com

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WSP has officially announced the acquisition of TRC Companies for US$3.3 billion, marking one of the most significant moves in the Power & Energy and infrastructure consulting space in recent years. With this acquisition, WSP is poised to become the largest engineering and design firm in the U.S. by revenue, adding TRC’s ~8,000 employees to bring its U.S. workforce to roughly 27,000. Several people in my network are feeling uneasy about what this means for them personally. Some employees didn’t even know it was happening until after the fact... What do you think this mega‑merger means for the future of the Power & Energy sector?

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I was recently involved in recruiting for a major public infrastructure project. The team was top-notch — great designers, solid contractors, cutting-edge plans. But the project still hit delay after delay. It wasn’t about technical issues. It was people. Different stakeholders — the city, subs, design firm, community groups — all had different priorities. And no one was fully aligned. What helped turn things around wasn’t just strategy — it was people. We brought in team members who didn’t just know how to build, but how to bridge. They helped implement real systems: – A neutral facilitator to mediate tough conversations – A shared digital platform to avoid version-control chaos – Weekly meetings where progress couldn’t move forward without full alignment What started out as “just another meeting” turned into the glue holding the project together. That experience stuck with me. The right hire doesn’t just check a box — they change the trajectory. They bring clarity where there’s chaos. Momentum where there’s gridlock. If you’ve been part of a multi-stakeholder project, I’d love to hear: What actually worked to keep people aligned — and what didn’t?

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Exciting news! 🎉 Jacobs has been selected to deliver Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) services for Hut 8’s new AI data center in Louisiana – poised to be one of the largest developments of its kind in North America. Proud to be part of a team that’s building the future of advanced infrastructure and setting new benchmarks for safety, quality and delivery. http://jcba.co/jV6X50Y9Uyc #OurJacobs

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