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Bechtel charged with managing Saudi Arabia's infrastructure

Bechtel charged with managing Saudi Arabia's infrastructure

It isn't just glittering high-rises. In addition to Bechtel, other US-based, multinational firms are flocking to the Middle East to work on projects such as canals, oil fields, airports, and mega tourist attractions.    

Avery Bang: A bridge-builder in every sense

Avery Bang: A bridge-builder in every sense

Bang's big theory. At 32, she has already won more accolades than most of us will compile in a lifetime. But as one of the stars of the new IMAX film Dream Big, the Bridges to Prosperity CEO also knows this is her best chance to inspire others to make 'heroic' career choices.  

Inspiring future engineers, Hollywood-style

Inspiring future engineers, Hollywood-style

Ready for their closeup! Backed by Bechtel and ASCE, a spectacular new IMAX feature, Dream BIG, has opened in 50 cities for National Engineers Week. BuiltWorlds previewed the inspiring ode to next-gen problem-solvers. Click here to see multiple clips.

Give Thanks! 5 Reasons To Love the AEC

Give Thanks! 5 Reasons To Love the AEC

'Tis the season for taking stock. This long holiday weekend is the perfect time to step back and give thanks for the exhilarating days in which we live and the vibrant industry that puts a bounce in our a step. Here's one case why the AEC is still the place to be.

With BIM Mandate Here, UK Turns to Sensors

With BIM Mandate Here, UK Turns to Sensors

The UK's highly anticipated mandate for the use of building information modeling on all government projects is now in effect. Bechtel's Stephen Smith explains how all the new 'big data' sensors will make cities like London not just smarter, but better.

Fiatech: Bridging Silos will Boost productivity

Fiatech: Bridging Silos will Boost productivity

Ahead of a high-powered industry show set for next month in Austin TX, Fiatech's Reg Hunter discusses how the new PAT indicators may finally help construction owners to unlock the enhanced productivity that technology has long promised.

CEO Tech Forum Nears, Anticipation Builds

CEO Tech Forum Nears, Anticipation Builds

Now just five weeks away, Disruption's knock is growing even louder at your door. Are you ready to answer? If not, there is still time to make plans to attend our industry's first-ever CEO Tech Forum, set for April 20-22 in Chicago.  

Engineers Week Nurtures Next Generation

Engineers Week Nurtures Next Generation

In honor of National Engineers Week, the annual FutureCity Competition awarded its latest prizes to high school students from all over the U.S. Read up on the winners and check in on the profession's global celebration.

BuiltWorlds to Host National CEO Tech Forum

BuiltWorlds to Host National CEO Tech Forum

"Disruption is knocking at your door. Are you ready to answer?" This April, BW will help industry CEOs answer that very question at an exciting two-day event led by X-Prize founder Peter Diamandis and an all-star lineup of AEC thought leaders. Learn more.

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Emergency, Emergency! Bechtel Chief Pens Urgent P3 call

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Emergency, Emergency! Bechtel Chief Pens Urgent P3 call

The U.S. must renew its infrastructure to avoid economic decline. The recently passed $300-billion FAST Act is a good start, but much more action is needed ASAP, argues Bechtel Group's Brendan Bechtel, a former volunteer EMT.

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C-Suite Corner: Newforma's Ian Howell Peers Ahead

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C-Suite Corner: Newforma's Ian Howell Peers Ahead

Don't be fooled by the NH address. While tech rivals surf the cyber shoals in Silicon Valley or dazzle with glitzy demos in Paris, a lean giant has quietly grown in the White Mountains of New England. How does 2016 look from that snowy perch?

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Eyes in the sky climb as temporary regs near

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Eyes in the sky climb as temporary regs near

Unmanned aerial systems are fast-becoming a viable tool for more project stakeholders. This spring, as new federal legislation is introduced for limited drone use, we look at the market and chat with contractor Graycor about its successful experiences in Arizona.

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Chicago team wins CIRT-ACE Mentor Nationals

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Chicago team wins CIRT-ACE Mentor Nationals

Earlier this week, the Construction Industry Round Table hosted presentations from the three finalist high school teams at the 9th Annual CIRT-ACE Mentor Program National Design Competition in Washington DC. Mentored by VOA, Chicago's Team #1 emerged the winner. Here are the details.

Top teams preview tomorrow's engineering

Top teams preview tomorrow's engineering

Happy Engineers Week! The American Society of Civil Engineers just held its annual Future City Competition National Finals in Washington DC for middle school students. This year's theme? Urban agriculture. See who won.

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