ACEC/Michigan 2022-2023 Board of Directors |
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The American Council of Engineering Companies/Michigan (ACEC/M) has announced Jayson Nault, PE, from Tetra Tech as its 2022-2023 President.
Jayson has been a Vice President of Tetra Tech of Michigan since 1999 and has worked for the firm over 30 years. Tetra Tech is a worldwide organization with Michigan offices in Ann Arbor, Brighton, Detroit, East Lansing, Farmington Hills, Madison Heights, and Portage. Jayson graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Michigan State University in civil engineering and became a licensed engineer in 1991. He is licensed in Michigan, Ohio, Florida, Missouri, and Kentucky.
In addition to becoming president of ACEC/M, Jayson has served in several other ACEC roles including as the chair of the Transportation and Projects Committees and currently serves on the Contracts Committee. He has been the project manager on several high-profile transportation projects including work on major freeways and arterials. In 2020, he led the team that received the ACEC/MDOT Partnership Award and was the consultant project manager for the I-696 project in Macomb County that won the ACEC/M Eminent Conceptor Award.
Jayson resides in Brighton with his wonderful wife Kris and has three grown daughters.
2022-2023 ACEC/Michigan Officers:
President: Jayson Nault, PE, Tetra Tech, Brighton
President-Elect: Jon Kramer, PE, OHM Advisors, Livonia
Treasurer: Eric Morris, PE, HNTB, Lansing
National Director: G. Ramanujam (Ram), PE, Somat Engineering, Detroit
Past-President: Christopher Cook, PE, Abonmarche, Benton Harbor
2022-2023 ACEC/Michigan Directors:
Barb Arens, PE, Cincar Consulting Group, Detroit
Eric Barden, PS, Spicer Group, Saginaw
Rick Chelotti, PE, Bergmann, Lansing
Chuck Gemayel, PE, SME, Plymouth
Cheryl Gregory, PE, ROWE PSC, Flint
Connie Houk, PE, Prein&Newhof, Cadillac
Jeff Schumaker, PE, Fishbeck, Grand Rapids
Scott Shogan, PE, WSP, Detroit
Matt Stacey, PE, Wade Trim, Taylor
Oge Udegbunam, PE, Tyme Consulting Engineers, Livonia
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SB 642 – QBS for State Agencies
Work continues in the House to garner support for SB 642 after it unanimously passed the Senate earlier this year. The bill has been referred to the House Regulatory Reform Committee and is awaiting a hearing. The bill would require state agencies to use a qualifications-based selection (QBS) process to procure design professional services.
HB 5538 – Design-Build for Public Schools
Despite testimony in opposition to the bill by ACEC and AIA, HB 5538 passed the House earlier this month. Members from the design community are meeting with members of the Senate Regulatory Reform Committee this week to share concerns with the bill. If passed, the bill would allow a “design-builder” that employs a licensed engineer or architect to design, build and oversee the construction of a school building. This could put schools at risk as there would be no requirement for independent oversight of the design or construction by a licensed professional, only by the engineer/architect who is employed by the design-builder.
HB 6132 - Repeal of Act that requires retired state employees to forfeit their retirement payments if they return to work for the state
HB 6132 was introduced this week by Rep. Beth Griffin and would repeal a law passed in 2007 that required state retirees to suspend pension payments if they return to work for the state. With the declining number of state workers still receiving a pension and the shortage in the workforce, this bill will remove a barrier for state employees who would like to continue to work on state projects after they retire. The bill will receive a hearing Thursday, May 26 in the Committee on Workforce, Trades and Talent.
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ACEC/Michigan
2022 Emerging Leaders Program
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Applications are now being accepted for the 2022 ACEC/Michigan Emerging Leaders Program (ELP)!
ELP is for individuals committed to developing their leadership abilities. This program imparts specific skills and competencies identified by top ACEC/Michigan principals as critical for leadership success. These highly interactive sessions are taught by experts in the field of business administration and people management in professional services firms.
This program is designed for and will be most beneficial to those participants with approximately 8-15 years of industry experience. The ELP is open to ACEC member firms only.
Complete details and the application are available on the ACEC/M website. The deadline to apply is June 24. Don't delay - there will only be 20 spaces available and we anticipate the class will fill quickly.
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The 11th Annual Construction Science Expo was held on May 17 at a new location - Durfee Innovation Society. More than 500 middle and high school students from Detroit Public Schools experienced one of the best school field trips of the year while learning about a career in the engineering and construction industry.
Over 10,000 students have been invited to this annual hands-on expo over the last 10 years through the Detroit schools “Navigation to Success” Program run by the Black Caucus Foundation, with more than 50 activities presented by over 25 industry professionals.
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan visited the Expo this year, interacted with the attendees and visited the various hands-on exhibits. The strong partnership between the engineering industry, contractors, and organized labor has resulted in an amazing event for the past 11 years and a fantastic opportunity for Detroit kids to experience the engineering & construction industry.
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MSPE 2022 - 2023 Board of Directors
A new slate of officers will begin their terms on July 1, 2022. We thank them for their dedication to MSPE and the engineering community.
President: Jim Kirkwood, PE – City of Kentwood
President Elect: Kurt LaFrance, PE - Consumers Energy
Immediate Past-President: Donald F. Nedervelt, PE – Pfizer, Inc
Treasurer: Martha Thompson, PE - Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy
Secretary: Mick Vargas, PE - Advanced Drainage Systems
NSPE Delegate: John Condie, PE - Fishbeck
Vice Presidents:
Scott Assenmacher, PE - Eastern Region - Monroe County Road Commission
Garrett Day, PE - Mid-Michigan Region - Commonwealth Associates, Inc
Bob Nelesen, PE - Northern Region - TVC Airport
Tanner Kragenbrink, PE - Thumb Region - Wade Trim
Debbie Dawson, PE - Western Region - Montcalm Community College
Mike Schwartz, PE - Sixth Vice President - Prein&Newhof
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ACEC/M Recognizes Individuals for Leadership
Thank you to the following for their leadership and commitment to ACEC/Michigan.
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Christopher Cook, PE
Abonmarche
2021 - 2022
Board President
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Amy Trahey, PE
Great Lakes Engineering Group
2020 - 2022
National Director
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Mike Weingartz, PE
SmithGroup
2016 - 2022
Director
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Scott Shogan, PE
WSP
2021 - 2022
Transportation Committee Chair
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2022 MSPE Annual Conference Successful |
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MSPE held its 2022 Annual Conference in-person (finally!) on May 4-6 in Bellaire, Michigan at Shanty Creek Resort. The event included a 75 th anniversary celebration banquet, installation of new officers, Order of the Engineer ceremony, several education sessions, and much more. Attendees were so happy to be back together again.
Details on the 2023 conference are coming soon.
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The following awards were presented during the Michigan Infrastructure Conference on May 12 by Andrew Rossell, President, and Brad Ewart, President-Elect.
INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
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2022 Edmund Friedman Young Engineer Award for Professional Achievement
Hailey Savola
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Distinguished Service Award
2020 - 2021 Michigan Section President
Tim Bradshaw, PE
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PROJECT AWARDS
Quality of Life Award:
Frankenmuth Levee Improvements Project
Owner: City of Frankenmuth
Engineer: Matteo Engineering & Consulting, LLC and FK Engineering Associates
Quality of Life Certificate of Merit:
Muskegon Lake Area of Concern – Amoco Fish and Wildlife Habitat
Owner: West Michigan Shoreline Regional Development Commission
Engineer: Ramboll
Quality of Life Certificate of Merit:
Legacy Plaza
Owner: City of Ludington
Engineer: Prein&Newhof
Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement Award:
Spoonville Trail – Phase II
Owners: Ottawa County Planning & Performance and Ottawa County Parks & Recreation Commission
Engineer: Prein&Newhof
Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement Certificate of Merit:
North Holly Road Improvements
Owner: Road Commission for Oakland County
Engineer: Hubbell, Roth & Clark, Inc.
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On September 21, 2022, ACEC/Michigan will be holding an Ethics Webinar. The Michigan Professional Engineers Board has implemented changes to the General Rules for Continuing Education requirements for all licensed Professional Engineers. The new Rules require 2 CEUs in Ethics under Rule 339.16040: “Of the 30 hours, at least 2 hours of continuing education must be earned in ethics, as it relates to professional engineering.”
The September 21 workshop offers a detailed discussion of the general obligations and the rules of conduct that apply to design professionals as prescribed by their code of ethics. The discussion then explores the most common types of complaints, along with select individual complaints and the decisions rendered by the National Ethics Council. Discussion will also include steps taken by designers to ethically respond to a federal agency guideline, stance of a state licensing Board and current research on ethics.
Experienced presenters from AXA XL and PCIA will lead the discussion. Registration is on the ACEC/M website.
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MSPE Honors Engineers of the Year
MSPE Engineer of the Year
MSPE recently recognized our Engineer of the Year, Donald Nedervelt, PE, at the annual conference.
Don has had an exemplary engineering career, professionally and through meaningful relationships and volunteer positions in technical and professional societies. In his personal and professional life, he is a positive example of an engineer who exhibits a high standard of honesty and integrity, and dedication to protection of the public health, safety, and welfare.
Over the years, he has worked tirelessly with the MSPE scholarship program raising up new engineering students. As the current MSPE President, he has been a steady hand providing leadership, direction, and support for the Society’s work to benefit Professional Engineers in Michigan. He selflessly gives his time and is committed to this engineering organization, above and beyond his daily work or family responsibilities.
When speaking with others who actively participate with him at the Southwestern Chapter of MSPE and on the MSPE scholarship committee, they all reflect on his solid commitment to fellow PEs and the organization. They recognize his ability to provide thorough analysis and thoughtful questions and recommendations on issues that must be decided, like implementation of the new scholarship software or distribution of scholarship funds.
In 2018, he was inducted into the MSPE Assembly of Fellows, which also recognizes a MSPE member who demonstrates exemplary service to their profession, the Society, and their community. Less than one percent of all MSPE members advance to this highest volunteer membership rank.
MSPE Young Engineer of the Year
MSPE recently recognized our Young Engineer of the Year, Jarod Stuyvesant, PE, at the annual conference. Jarod has defined himself as an asset and future leader at Moore+Bruggink. He has great dedication to learning and has been able to take on larger projects as he has grown, both as a design engineer and project manager. He has been helping to train and mentor younger engineers and looks for opportunities to improve the business. He is a great client manager and conducts himself professionally and with integrity. He has presented at multiple MWEA seminars and conferences.
Jarod is currently leading the design of a large expansion project at the SCCMUA Wastewater plant and has been integral to several other large projects. He is also involved in several professional organizations.
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ASCE Shortridge Hardesty Award |
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ASCE National Global Geographic Services is pleased to announce that Dr. Sherif El-Tawil, Ph.D., P.E., F.SEI, F.ASCE has been selected by ASCE’s Structural Engineering Institute to receive the 2022 Shortridge Hardesty Award for “cumulative efforts and outstanding achievements in the areas of computational modeling of steel structures, seismic design of hybrid steel-concrete coupled wall systems, progressive collapse of buildings, and structural behavior under extreme loading conditions.”
The ASCE Michigan Section congratulates Dr. El-Tawil who is a member of the Southeastern Branch.
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ACEC National Award Nominations |
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Community Service Award
This prestigious award recognizes Council members throughout the nation for their community service accomplishments. The award honors those who effectively impact the quality of life in their communities, and who are perceived in their communities as true leaders. The criteria and application are available on the ACEC National website. Each state organization is allowed to submit a maximum of one (1) nominee to ACEC National for award consideration. Nominations for the Community Service Award are due to ACEC/Michigan by June 3.
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ASCE National Landmark Recognition Ceremony |
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The ASCE Michigan Section is honored for the Portage Lake (Lift) Bridge to receive the prestigious National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark (NHCEL) award and invite you to the ceremony and banquet for the dedication. The event will take place during Bridgefest weekend, June 16–19, 2022, in Houghton.
A celebratory banquet will be held on June 16 at 5:30 pm at the Bonfire Grill, with the formal dedication ceremony happening on June 17 at 10:00 am at Bridgeview Park. Click here for more details. These events will kick off the larger Bridgefest celebration (more information can be found at www.bridgefestfun.com).
On behalf of the ASCE Michigan Section, UP Branch officers and the planning committee, we would love it if our fellow Michiganders could join us for this occasion. If you would like to attend the banquet or sponsor a table please RSVP to Alice Roache, UP Branch President, at alice.roache@ohm-advisors.com or at ASCE.UPBranch@gmail.com by June 2.
We hope you are able to join us in the beautiful Keweenaw Peninsula to celebrate the Portage Lake Bridge.
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2022 - 2023 Events Calendar |
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June 16-17: ASCE MI NHCEL Dedication Ceremony, Portage Lake Bridge, Houghton
February 2: MDOT-ACEC Partnering Workshop
March 11: Engineering & Surveying Awards Gala
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