As anyone who has lived in a city can attest to, there are many perks to living in an urban area. From greater job opportunities, to richer cultural experiences and an exciting nightlife, city living can be uniquely rewarding. Yet there is one downside that all city dwellers must contend with every day: traffic jams. This… Continue reading How Can Civil Engineering Consultants Help Crack New Orleans’ Traffic Problem?
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CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS HELP PREVENT FLOODING IN NEW ORLEANS
As a coastal city, New Orleans has a love-hate relationship with the Mississippi River. On the one hand, it plays a key role in food supply, commerce and transportation. On the other hand, living so close to the water means the ever-present threat of flooding. Recently, New Orleans has been on high alert for… Continue reading CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS HELP PREVENT FLOODING IN NEW ORLEANS
Civil Engineering Consultants Work Hand in Hand with the USACE to Serve the City
New Orleans was unprepared for the massive flooding that Hurricane Katrina unleashed in 2005. While the city already had an existing Hurricane and Storm Damage Risk Reduction System (HSDRRS), its pump stations and levees were unable to handle the onslaught of heavy flood. More than 80% of the city was submerged, and a huge portion… Continue reading Civil Engineering Consultants Work Hand in Hand with the USACE to Serve the City
CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS CAN HELP MUNICIPALITIES ADDRESS SEWER SYSTEM PROBLEMS
One can’t separate the state of Louisiana from water. With all the rivers and bayous found here, bodies of water are part of life in the state, where people derive their livelihood and where they go for leisure. However, the line between urban life and nature is a delicate one, and can be easily disrupted.… Continue reading CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS CAN HELP MUNICIPALITIES ADDRESS SEWER SYSTEM PROBLEMS
What Changes in Employment Trends Bode for Female Civil Engineering Consultants and the Like
It can be difficult to imagine an urban landscape without structural engineers, civil engineering consultants and similar professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were about 281,000 civil engineers in the U.S. as of 2014, and the employment rate in this industry is expected to grow by as much as 8% each year.… Continue reading What Changes in Employment Trends Bode for Female Civil Engineering Consultants and the Like
LESSONS FROM THE NAPOLEON AVENUE DRAINAGE PROJECT VERIFY THE NEED FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS
As the Napoleon Avenue Drainage Project nears completion, residents express hope for better planned infrastructures in the future. Part of the $2 billion Southeast Louisiana (SELA) Drainage Project, intended to decrease flooding and its harmful effects on New Orleans and nearby areas, the Napoleon project instead drew myriad lawsuits from locals who complained of property… Continue reading LESSONS FROM THE NAPOLEON AVENUE DRAINAGE PROJECT VERIFY THE NEED FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS
Civil Engineering Consultants Share Recommendations for Effective Stormwater Management Programs
All over the U.S., local governments face difficulties in managing stormwater, especially as population and regulatory requirements continue to increase. Public officials explore different options that can maximize limited planning and construction timeframes and financial resources. Civil engineering consultants can offer their expertise in evaluating the costs and benefits of stormwater treatment practices and make… Continue reading Civil Engineering Consultants Share Recommendations for Effective Stormwater Management Programs
Civil Engineering Consultants Provide Vigilance
Designing a commercial building for your company can be challenging, especially if you have no prior experience with building and construction. To cut through the mire, let a professional handle the planning and data analysis, just two services that civil engineering consultants offer.
Civil Engineering Consulting: Valuable Skills
The role of civil engineers is far-reaching. They are responsible for the construction of roadways, water systems and other various structures. As a client, there are many benefits that come with using a civil engineering consulting firm.
Engineering Consultants Can Help Prevent Delays
It’s no secret that engineering projects are enormous investments. Given the cost of construction materials and the length of time it takes to complete a project, any delay is certain to cost a fortune.
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