Pec Project Engineers and Consultants

What to Look for Before Hiring a Contractor

Learn about the right questions to ask when hiring a contractor and important things to look for before starting a project.

Self-Healing Asphalt Could Change Your Driving Experience [VIDEO]

Could potholes go the way of the Ford Pinto? Engineering professor Erik Schlangen may have created a way to make that happen with self-healing asphalt.

One engineer's report; two differing opinions

Both sides used the same structural engineer's report Monday to bolster their arguments that the former Elks Lodge on West Street should or should not be demoli

Leave nothing to chance as you plan your next construction project

Construction projects, and by extension, construction disputes can be high-stakes endeavor. Here's how to increase your odds of winning a dispute.

Why engineers are awesome

In celebration of National Engineers Week, here are 10 reasons engineers and being an engineer are awesome.

Common Mistakes Young Civil Engineers Should Watch Out For

Starting a new career is an exciting time for young civil engineers. While mistakes are sometimes unavoidable, most can be avoided by following these steps.

Fire Engineers and Access Consultants: Partnering for Safer Buildings

To ensure buildings can be safely evacuated by all occupants regardless of mobility or ability, fire engineers and access consultants must work together.

5 Reasons to Choose ClearSpan for Your Next Building Project

ClearSpan Fabric Structures provides some of the most versatile building solutions that can be used in just about any application. Here are five reasons to choose ClearSpan for your next buildings project.

5 benefits to becoming a B Corp

3 Benefits to Rotating Consultants On & Off a Software Project

Rotating developers on and off projects may seem like a hassle, but the benefits far outweigh any perceived loss of productivity due to onboarding.

Using the Natural Planning Model to Improve Projects

In the chaos of a global pandemic, effective project management is more important than ever. As an organization, we are in the midst of managing a number of projects, including cross-functional pro…

A bold plan to better prepare engineers

Engineering curricula in higher education today is out of balance with what is needed to prepare graduates for the workforce, according to Stephen W. Director,…

Don't Be Fooled by These C Corp. Fairy Tales

There are three myths advisors use to sell entrepreneurs on the value of C Corp., but you won't find a happily ever after here.

Architects Cost Less Than You Think (And Far Less Than Design Mistakes)

Perhaps one of the greatest misconceptions homeowners have regarding residential construction projects is that hiring an architect or build...

Engineers, Programmers, Scientists: Start Here to Lead a Technical Project Team

Can’t we just get to work? Why do we have to spend time getting all touchy-feely about how we will work together? If you lead or assist virtual teams of engineers, programmers, scientists, or techn…