The Civil Engineering Podcast

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The Civil Engineering Podcast episodes

March 10, 2021 Fostering Innovation on Major Infrastructure Projects – Ep 165
In this episode, I talk to Milos Vasiljevic, PE, Program Manager at HDR, about fostering innovation on major infrastructure projects, and I mean mega projects. Milos has worked on some really interesting projects and will discuss some of the details and benefits of working on these megaprojects. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions […]
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February 24, 2021 How to Effectively Measure Business Growth in Your Civil Engineering Firm – Ep 164
In this episode, which is the first episode in our new Civil Engineering Entrepreneurs series, I talk to Gordon Greene, P.E., of Patel, Greene & Associates about how to effectively measure business growth and the use of standing operating procedures in the business world. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Gordon: Why […]
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February 10, 2021 An Exclusive Look Into the Largest Construction Project in Virginia’s History – Ep 163
In this episode, I talk to Douglas Frost, P.E., a Senior Vice President at Dewberry. Douglas currently serves as the Quality Assurance Manager for the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel Expansion, and in this episode I talk to him about this project, which is the largest construction project in Virginia’s history. He also talks about Dewberry’s involvement […]
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January 27, 2021 Women in Civil Engineering: How to Overcome Obstacles – Ep 162
In this episode of The Civil Engineering Podcast, which is part of our Women in Civil Engineering series, I talk to Danielle Goudreau, a project manager at Collins Engineers, about how she found a cool niche to specialize in and what she is doing to build her expertise in the niche. She also talks about […]
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January 13, 2021 Should I Go to Grad School or Apply for Civil Engineering Jobs? – Ep 161
In this episode, I answer a question that I get from civil engineering students almost daily. Should they seek full-time employment immediately after completing their undergraduate studies or go to grad school and pursue a master’s degree? And I promise you, whether you are a student, a project manager, an owner, or a CEO, you […]
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January 05, 2021 TECC 237: 9 Great Tips for Women in STEM: Navigating Career Challenges
In this episode, I talk with Dr. Tamara Baynham, PhD, an electrical engineer and director of Clinical Research at EBT Medical, Inc., based in Toronto, about women in STEM. She provides nine great tips on how women in STEM can navigate career challenges with confidence.
Engineering Quotes:

Here Are 9 Tips for Women in STEM to Navigate Career Challenges With Confidence:

1. Claim Your Seat at the Table

Claiming your seat at the table in your profession as a woman takes courage, boldness, and intentional navigation.
The most important thing to do is not internalize the thought that you should only be happy to be invited to sit at the table.
Understand that you have earned your place at the table and be vocal about what you believe and why you are there.

2. Be Open to Possibilities

Always stay open to take a divergent path in your career and life, no matter which path you planned to take.
Being open to possibilities may take you somewhere different that can pleasantly surprise you.
Sometimes when people set themselves up on a path, they become scared that they are going to fail, and become laser-focused. There is no such thing as failure — what you have is a closed door that opens you up to looking at another path. Know that you are going to be scared, but move past that!

3. Build a Support Network

Try to make connections with like-minded people who can help you grow in your career.
Look at your employee resource group. Most companies have employee resource groups that are focused on ethnicity, gender, and different points of distinctions and uniqueness an individual might have.
It will provide you with an opportunity to meet people in other parts of your company that you would have probably never interacted with, which in turn can open a lot of professional doors for you outside of just building a social network.

4. Set Clear Goals

Using a vision board will allow you to visualize yourself in an ideal state, and will increase your chances of achieving your goals.
Be open to pivoting or making changes in your original plan. It does not mean that you have failed to achieve your goal; it means that your goals have changed due to life circumstances.
Do not forget to add things that you personally want on your vision board and see how they combine with your professional goals.

5. Develop a Global Mindset

Many places in the world tend to group different kinds of people in separate boxes. Try to understand that everyone is different and everyone does things differently.
Look at how you are different from others and how your differences can bring unique things to the table.

6. Strive to Live Outside of Your Comfort Zone

Just because you decide to do something does not mean you are not going to get scared and have doubts. Become comfortable living with the fact that there is going to be uncertainty.
Think of something that you are interested in but are reluctant to try, and do it without thinking about it. You are reluctant because you have been calculating the "why nots" and "what could happen."
Allow yourself to fail sometimes and take the experiences and knowledge gained with you.

7. Be Open to Support No Matter Where It Comes From

It is a good idea to join a support network. It can help you to get comfortable with asking people for help, and you will have many more people who will be able to help you in many ways.
You can start from the ground up in networking and relationship building.
Try to express your desire for assistance to people in your support network.
Be prepared when you ask for help, and have your questions ready.
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December 30, 2020 How a Civil Engineering Firm Can Maximize Employee Engagement – Ep 160
In this episode, I talk to Jeff Peacock, P.E., the President and CEO at Parametrix Inc., about his career journey of becoming a CEO, leading a multidisciplinary civil engineering firm, employee engagement, and the benefits of having multi-disciplines under the same roof. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Jeff: What are […]
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December 16, 2020 From Single Mom to Civil Engineer: A Journey to Success – Ep 159
In this episode, I talk to Melody A. Gonzalez, E.I., a civil engineer at Black & Veatch about how she went from an immigrant single mom to civil engineer, and today is living the American dream. She also talks about work-life balance and the importance that mentors play in your civil engineering career. Engineering Quotes: […]
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December 02, 2020 2021 Infrastructure Report Card — ASCE Texas Section (and How You Can Get Involved) – Ep 158
In this episode, I talk with three guests who are all heavily involved in the ASCE Texas 2021 Infrastructure Report Card. They are Patricia Frayre, P.E., founding principal of Frayre Engineering & Consulting, Griselda Gonzales, P.E., Principal Engineer at The Goodman Corporation, and Mark Boyd, Ph.D., PE, the principal engineer at LCA Environmental. They talk […]
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November 18, 2020 From Draftsperson to the Deputy Secretary of the Highway Administration at PennDOT – Ep 157
In this episode, I talk to Melissa J. Batula, P.E., the Deputy Secretary for Highway Administration at PennDOT, about her amazing career journey from starting in the private sector to now being responsible for overseeing all of the roadways in Pennsylvania as well as the 9,000 people who work for the DOT. Engineering Quotes: Here […]
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The Civil Engineering Podcast provides engineering career advice and success stories specifically for civil engineers. Civil engineers Anthony Fasano, PE and Christian Knutson, PE host the show and…