Best Underground Infrastructure Podcasts (2025)

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Excellence in project management: HardRock's relocation project under the Corpus Christi ship channel 20:06

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In this episode, Underground Infrastructure speaks with Corey Baker, Chief Operations Officer, HardRock Infrastructure Services, and Chris Jones, Chief Commercial Officer, HardRock Infrastructure Services. The discussion focuses on the company's recent project that relocated a 6,180-ft. waterline pipe to deeper depths due to a deepening of the ship…

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Expert Insights for Civil Engineering Project Delivery – Ep 302 34:10

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In this episode, I talk with Debby Reece, MS, PE, Senior Vice President of California Water Business at WSP in the U.S., about civil engineering project delivery. Discover her 30 years of experience managing civil, drainage, and stormwater disciplines for transportation and land development projects. This discussion provides practical insights for …

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How Anglian’s @one Alliance has set a template for water project delivery 1:00:26

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This month we welcome Anglian Water’s delivery director for water Paul Lonsdale to discuss the pioneering work of the @one Alliance. Formed of eight partner organisations – Anglian Water, Balfour Beatty, Barhale, Binnies, Mott MacDonald Bentley, MWH Treatment, Skanska and Sweco – the alliance has been running for 20 years and has set a template for…

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An update on Energy Infrastructure, Ep #76 49:29

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Upthinking Finance™ is now trademarked Is the energy transition really leaving oil and gas behind, or is the story more complicated? In this episode, Emerson sits down with Simon Lack, CFA, Managing Partner at SL Advisors and veteran of more than four decades in investment management, to unpack what is actually happening inside the midstream energy…

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Explore Innovative Tire Derived Aggregate Applications Now – Ep 301 29:38

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In this episode, I talk with John Sheerin, Director of End-of-Life Tire Programs at US Tire Manufacturers Association, about Tire Derived Aggregate Applications. He sheds light on how millions of scrap tires can become powerful engineering materials, solving critical infrastructure challenges. Discover how his expertise in civil and environmental e…

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Using digital tools to enable SMEs to grow by doing what they do best 1:08:13

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In this month’s episode we welcome the CEO of Projectworks, Mark Orttung, to discuss how his company’s software is facilitating growth among the construction and engineering sector’s vital small and medium enterprises (SMEs). We start by learning from Mark about why Projectworks’ offerings are particularly suited to SMEs and how it can help to prov…

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A Smart Lake and Economy with Cleveland Water Alliance 22:30

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Send us a text A lake that learns can change a region. Sam Martin, Director of Communications and Engagement at Cleveland Water Alliance (CWA), shares how Lake Erie has become the world’s largest digitally-connected freshwater test bed—and why that matters for public health, utility costs, and the next wave of water-tech jobs. Sam walks us through …

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How Civil Engineering Leadership Is Shaping the Future – Ep 300 35:32

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In this episode, I talk with Dr. Feniosky Peña-Mora, Sc.D., P.E., F.ASCE, ASCE President and National Dean, School of Engineering and Sciences at Tecnológico de Monterrey, about civil engineering leadership and its future impact. We discuss how his upbringing in the Dominican Republic shaped his approach to leadership, the evolving demands of civil…

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Transportation Infrastructure Innovation for Civil Engineers: Building Smarter, More Sustainable Systems – Ep 299 33:29

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In this episode, I talk with David Weiss, P.E., National Business Line for Transportation and Infrastructure Executive, at WSP in the U.S., about transportation infrastructure innovation and the powerful role engineers play in building smarter mobility systems. From modernizing project delivery to leveraging AI and digital twins for intelligent mob…

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Clean Water Superheroes: The Lake Erie League 28:07

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Send us a text A new crew of superheroes, the Lake Erie League, is turning everyday systems into comic-book stories for kids and teachers to use in the classroom. Across eight origin tales, these northeast Ohio-inspired characters mirror very real aspects of the Sewer District's work, from massive tunneling machines whose creations tame storm overf…

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State of the World, Ep #75 50:19

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Upthinking Finance™ is now trademarked In this episode of Upthinking Finance, we’re joined by returning guest Alex Krainer, a former hedge fund manager, market analyst, and outspoken commentator on global affairs, who shares candid perspectives on looming global tensions and his personal mission to help others understand the forces shaping our econ…

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Valuability in Civil Engineering for Long-Term Project Success – Ep 298 26:26

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In this episode, I talk with Sarah Beckman, PE, SMIEEE, Chief Strategy Officer at Ulteig, about valuability in civil engineering and how it transforms project delivery, talent engagement, and community impact. We explore how valuability helps engineering professionals balance client satisfaction, employee well-being, and community outcomes while na…

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Underground Poetry with Literary Cleveland 52:13

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Send us a text Art meets infrastructure! The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District partnered with the nonprofit creative-writing center Literary Cleveland to host a reading of "Odes to Infrastructure," a newly-published zine, right in the heart of our Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant. It was a celebration of our essential-yet-often-unseen wate…

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Pavement Preservation Strategies That Extend Road Life – Ep 297 27:03

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In this episode, I talk with Dave Henderson, executive vice president of business development at Asphalt Materials, Inc. (AMI), about innovative pavement preservation strategies that extend road life and cut costs. We also explore how proactive planning and bold innovation drive more sustainable infrastructure for asphalt contractors and public age…

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The Psychology of Retirement, Ep #74 41:53

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Upthinking Finance™ is now trademarked Most retirement planning tends to focus on the financial side, but on this episode of Upthinking Finance™, we welcome Dr. Sara Yogev, clinical psychologist and author of “A Couple’s Guide to Happy Retirement and Aging.” We’re digging into the often-overlooked emotional and psychological aspects of transitionin…

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How Forensic Engineering in Civil Engineering Resolves Project Disputes – Ep 296 31:30

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In this episode, I talk with Kevin Gorman, MSCE, PE, CCM, vice president at Robson Forensic, Inc., about forensic engineering in civil engineering and how it connects the worlds of civil engineering disputes and the legal system. We cover what drives construction claims analysis, how delivery methods shape outcomes, and the skills engineers need to…

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Tech Roundup: Drones, Automation, and Clean Water 27:44

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Send us a text Technology continues to transform how the Sewer District manages wastewater and stormwater. Process Analyst Ron Maichle explains how the District's drone program evolved from emergency-response support to an essential tool for project planning and monitoring. Engineer Joe Reese demystifies the elaborate control systems that allow ope…

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The 30-year journey to an underground facility for long-term nuclear waste storage 54:07

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The latest episode of the Engineers Collective is out now: listen in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, your usual platform or the player below. In this month’s episode we discuss the UK’s long-term plan for a vast underground storage facility for nuclear waste – known as a geological disposal facility (GDF) – with Nuclear Waste Services (NWS). NWS chief …

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Why an Engineering Ownership Mindset Matters for AEC Leadership and Long Term Growth – Ep 295 35:13

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In this episode, I talk with Bony Dawood, PE, President and CEO of Dawood Engineering, Inc. (A Woolpert Company), about how an engineering ownership mindset can elevate your AEC career and business success. We explore the hiring strategies, leadership values, and client-focused mindset that shape a people-first culture, along with the importance of…

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The Latest on CBDCs and Digital ID, Ep #73 48:44

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Upthinking Finance™ is now trademarked Melissa Ciummei, an independent investor and researcher in Northern Ireland, joins us on Upthinking Finance™ to take a global look at the rapidly evolving world of digital currencies, digital IDs, and the shifting economic landscape. We discuss the push for Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) in the EU, UK…

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Civil Engineering for Habitat Restoration That Drives Ecological Change – Ep 294 31:27

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In this episode, I talk with Steve Seville, P.E., Director of Salmon Recovery at Parametrix, about how civil engineers can drive real impact through salmon recovery engineering projects. We discuss how civil engineering for habitat restoration and ecology intersect, the role of fish passage design in watershed health, and what it takes to design en…

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Ohio's Infrastructure Report Card 28:32

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Send us a text The newly released 2025 Ohio Infrastructure Report Card delivers a sobering assessment of the systems we rely on daily but rarely think about. Ohio has made modest improvements since the last American Society of Civil Engineers' report in 2021, yet vulnerabilities persist. Sewer District employees (and ASCE members) Derek Vogel and L…

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Integrating artificial intelligence into structural maintenance and management 1:01:43

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Joining host Rob Hakimian this month is Mind Foundry director of civil infrastructure Tom Bartley to discuss how the business is working on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into our infrastructure maintenance and management processes. Tom discusses the issues with current structural maintenance regimes and how AI can help to empower …

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Mid-Year Update: Perception vs Reality, Ep #72 43:04

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Upthinking Finance™ is now trademarked Today's guest is Kristian Kerr, who is the head of macro Strategy at LPL Finance. Before joining LPL, he was the Western region head of foreign exchange and macro at City Private Bank. Before that, he spent a number of years in New York as a global hedge fund manager and is also head of various strategy and tr…

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Sustainability at the Sewer District 14:12

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Send us a text What does sustainability mean for a wastewater utility? Sustainability Manager Marie Fechik-Kirk shares her thoughts on environmental stewardship at the Sewer District. Under Marie's guidance, the NEORSD has integrated sustainability into its everyday operations and engineering projects. Listeners will also discover sustainability ti…

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Underground Construction Engineering Leadership Insights That Drive Purpose and Impact – Ep 293 28:56

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In this episode, I talk with Everett Litton, P.E., Vice President at WSP in the U.S., about what powers major underground construction engineering projects across North America and beyond, from early career moments that shaped his leadership to the role of mentorship in driving the industry forward. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Question…

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Climate Resilient Infrastructure Solutions for Civil Engineering Projects – Ep 292 43:48

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In this episode, I talk with Matt Huddleston, PE, Principal Consultant of Climate Resilience Strategy at Resilient Analytics, a Stanley Consultants Company, about how civil engineers can translate climate model projections into actionable strategies that lead to climate-resilient infrastructure. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions I …

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Wastewater Surveillance and Community Health 32:39

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Send us a text A recent innovation, the National Wastewater Surveillance System (NWSS) has transformed from an emergency response to COVID-19 into a comprehensive early warning system for disease outbreaks. The NWSS monitors approximately 45% of the US population through over 1,400 sampling sites. Public health laboratories can analyze genetic mate…

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Breaking down infrastructure commitments from the Spending Review with the ICE 48:35

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The latest episode of the Engineers Collective is out now: listen in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, your usual platform or the player below. After a busy month of infrastructure commitments from the UK government, host Rob Hakimian welcomes Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) director of policy and external affairs Sam Gould to the podcast to discuss…

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The Infinite Power of Choice, Ep #71 36:11

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Upthinking Finance™ is now trademarked Today, we have the opportunity to learn more about Emerson Fersch as he shares his personal story, interviewed by Amy LeNoble. Discover more about how Emerson got started in finance, his convictions in business and life, and the experiences that shaped them. You will want to hear this episode if you are intere…

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Innovating Demolition and Environmental Services to Build a Stronger Workforce – Ep 291 25:41

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In this episode, I talk with Jennifer Todd, MLS, president of LMS General Contractors and founder of A Greener Tomorrow, about demolition and environmental services, specifically how innovation and workforce development are transforming these sectors into more sustainable, inclusive, and opportunity-rich fields. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of…

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2025 Ohio Stormwater Conference 22:30

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Send us a text Mike is at the 18th annual Ohio Stormwater Conference, where nearly 1,000 environmental professionals gather to discuss flooding, erosion, and water quality advances—and new challenges. The conversation begins with sobering news about watershed organizations facing an uncertain future as they scramble to fill funding gaps in their pr…

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How to Manage Construction Project Risks to Survive Economic Shifts – Ep 290 23:54

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In this episode, I talk with Josh Levy, co-founder and CEO of Document Crunch, about how ongoing economic shifts are disrupting the construction industry and why managing construction project risks with contract clauses and technology is essential. ***The video version of this episode can be viewed here.*** Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the …

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Implementing steel reuse in construction with WSP 58:35

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The latest episode of the Engineers Collective is out now: listen in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, your usual platform or the player below. This month’s guest is WSP associate structural engineer Sally Walsh, who joins the podcast to discuss steel reuse in construction, specifically on the Elephant & Castle Town Centre scheme. The Elephant & Castle T…

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Successful project execution: Tunneling under a mountain to lay a wastewater line, a discussion with HardRock Infrastructure 15:38

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Underground Infrastructure sat down with Cory Baker, Chief Operating Officer, HardRock Infrastructure, for an in-depth discussion on the company's 1,740-ft tunneling project for El Paso Water, which involved running a wastewater line underneath a mountain. The discussion includes challenges and the solutions that were used to successful complete th…

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Bridging the Gap: Downtown Cleveland and Waterfront Access 31:47

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Send us a text Imagine standing in downtown Cleveland and gazing at Lake Erie just blocks away, yet feeling disconnected by an intimidating landscape of highways and parking lots. This frustrating paradox has defined Cleveland's relationship with its waterfront for decades. The Shore to Core to Shore Initiative is an ambitious and promising effort …

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Better Innovation in Energy Begins With STEM Education for Engineers – Ep 289 46:43

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In this episode, I talk with Scyller Borglum, PhD, vice president of underground storage in energy at WSP in the U.S., about what it really takes to thrive in STEM education for engineers, why underground storage is transforming the future of energy infrastructure, and how engineers can develop powerful habits that fuel long-term engineering career…

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Dismantling the Economic Divide, Ep #70 50:53

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Upthinking Finance™ is now trademarked Today’s guest is Charles Hugh Smith, a returning voice of insight and critique. As the founder of the long-running blog OfTwoMinds and a published author, Charles has explored the intersections of society, economics, and technology since 2005. His thought-provoking work is featured across platforms, including …

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How Field Assignments In Civil Engineering Shape Careers Better – Ep 288 30:07

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In this episode, I talk with Mariah Schroeder, P.E., senior civil engineer at Burns & McDonnell, about how field assignments in civil engineering give professionals the hands-on experience and design insight needed to grow faster and lead stronger in infrastructure and water projects. ***The video version of this episode can be viewed here.*** Engi…

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Surveying the changing landscape of civil engineering with ICE President Jim Hall 1:03:13

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The latest episode of the Engineers Collective is out now: listen in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, your usual platform or the player below. This month’s guest is Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) President Jim Hall, who joins host Rob Hakimian to discuss the work of the ICE in representing and supporting civil engineers in the modern construction …

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Live at UIC: Advanced coatings for enhanced safety and reliability, a discussion with OBIC 4:27

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Underground Infrastructure speaks with Mike Hoffmaster, Vice President of Business Development, OBIC, regarding his organization's advanced coating technologies for holding systems, treatment facilities, manholes, vaults and other structures susceptible to damage from infiltration or corrosive chemicals.…

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Restoring Doan Brook in Cleveland's Cultural Gardens 25:02

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Send us a text The Doan Brook Watershed Partnership (DBWP) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) are collaborating on a stream-restoration project to address wall deterioration, improve fish habitat, and restore natural stream function through Cleveland's Cultural Gardens along MLK Boulevard. Sections of the channel's stone walls, built during t…

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PFAS Treatment Technologies: A Practical Guide for Engineers – Ep 287 54:00

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In this episode, I talk with Patrick Haney, PE, MBA, water and civil technical lead, and Daniel Stockard, PE, water, and wastewater process engineer from Stanley Consultants, about the latest PFAS treatment technologies, cutting-edge innovations in water purification, and the complex financial and technical hurdles utilities face in tackling these …

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Live at UIC: The evolution of microtunneling, a discussion with Troy Stokes of Akkerman 18:09

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On this episode, Troy Stokes, Sales Manager, Akkerman, discusses his time in the underground infrastructure industry, focusing on the evolution of operations and technologies in microtunneling activities.

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Tariffs, Inflation, and the Death of Globalization with Alex Krainer, Ep #69 46:32

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Upthinking Finance™ is now trademarked It’s a pleasure to welcome back to the show, Mr. Alex Krainer, a highly respected expert in finance and economics. A former hedge fund manager and portfolio manager, Alex is also the founder of I-System Trend Following, an innovative strategy focused on market trends. He’s authored several books on market dyna…

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Live at UIC: Growing a technology/service portfolio, a discussion with PURIS' CCO Rylan Ardoin 4:05

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Underground Infrastructure takes a deep dive with Rylan Ardoin, Chief Commercial Officer, PURIS, on his company's growth over the past several years, including the innovations and technologies under the PURIS umbrella of companies, including end-to-end water infrastructure renewal solutions and specializing in environmentally sustainable trenchless…

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Powerful Engineering Team Management Insights You Need to Know – Ep 286 42:18

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In this episode, I talk with Haider Ali, lead civil, municipal infrastructure, and water resources engineer at Tetra Tech, about what it takes to lead high-performing engineering teams. We explore key aspects of engineering team management, from overcoming project challenges and tight deadlines to mentoring talent and shaping the future of civil in…

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Live at UIC: Utilizing software to mitigate risks in underground operations 4:06

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On this showcase episode, Underground Infrastructure speaks with Karen Gunderson and Lydia Passolt of KorTerra to learn how their organization helps mitigate risk and ensure the safety of field personnel by providing secure software cloud and mobile platforms for processing 811 locate tickets, tracking and reporting asset damages, meeting regulator…

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Lakeview Dam and Rethinking Urban Stormwater Management 25:18

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Send us a text Clevelanders might not know about a massive concrete structure hidden within Lakeview Cemetery. Standing 89 feet tall, Lakeview Dam represents both a marvel of 1970s engineering and a relic of outdated water-management approaches. Stormwater Program Manager Kim Colich gives some background on this imposing structure and explains how …

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Live at UIC: The evolution of confined space training operations 5:34

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Underground Infrastructure speaks with Dennis Pivin, Director Health, Safety and Environmental, NASSCO, on the showroom floor at the Underground Infrastructure Conference. Dennis speaks about new confined space training techniques available for underground infrastructure professionals.