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Effectively Manage Time With Resources From ACEC Bookstore
151 Quick Ideas to Manage Your Time
Robert E. Dittmer, APR
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Make Meetings Matter: Ban Boredom, Control Confusion, and Terminate Time Wasting
Charlie Hawkins
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Time Management in an Instant: 60 Ways to Make the Most of Your Day
Karen Leland & Keith Bailey
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EJCDC Documents 10% Off Regular Price
Don't forget! Through December 31, 2008 all EJCDC documents will be 10 percent off the regular price.
Contracts are available immediately as downloadable Microsoft Word documents—no waiting for your purchase to arrive. Documents can also be purchased and sent to you on CD for an extra $6 ground shipping charge. Contact the publications department at 202-347-4327 to order EJCDC contracts on CD.
This offer does not apply to previously-placed orders or other contract documents for sale at the ACEC Bookstore. All purchases of EJCDC Contract Documents are final sales only—no refunds or exchanges.
Click here to check out the full list of EJCDC documents available through the ACEC Bookstore.
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Give Thanks, For Job Board Savings
Are you ready to hire new employees, but don't know where to start? ACEC's Job Board can help. Why should your firm use ACEC's Job Board? Mass market job boards may not have the right candidates.
More and more, employers are looking to niche job boards to cover all their recruiting bases. By adding a niche job board, such as ACEC Job Board, you get direct access to a focused group of qualified engineering talent specific to your needs.
Purchase any Job Board 3-pack or 10-pack, and use the promotional code NOVPACK for a 20 percent discount. Don't miss this unique opportunity to save money and be seen by an exclusive audience of the industry's best and brightest. Promotion ends November 30, so start saving today!
The ACEC Job Board, your source for new employees. For more information, please contact Nina Goldman at 202-682-4325 or write ngoldman@acec.org.
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Over 800 Searchable Jobs Posted
Over 13,000 Searchable Resumes Posted
Over 1,900 Registered Employers |
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Last Five "Help Wanted" Open Positions:
Project Manager, Electrical Engineering—Seattle, WA
Structural Project Engineer—Various locations, IA
Civil/Environmental Engineers—Ann Arbor, MI
Environmental Project Manager—Irvine, CA
A Sampling of Posted Resumes:
Geotechnical Engineers—31,007
Water Resources/Wastewater Engineers—31,632
Transportation—31,398
Civil Engineers—32,286
Structural Engineers—31,630
Environmental Engineers—31,455
View These and Other Resumes and Jobs on ACEC's Job Board
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Upcoming Online Seminars
November
11—Increase Your Win Rate with Powerful, Persuasive, Proposals by Clare G. Ross, The Clare Ross Organization
12—Using PowerPoint Effectively by David Stone, Stone & Company
13—USACE Levee Inventory and Certification Program, Market Forecast Series Seminar, by Tammy L. Conforti, Headquarters, USACE
18—Now That I Have Them, How do I Keep Them? by Greg Churchman, Churchman Consulting
19—Limiting Liability and Managing Risks Through Contract Provisions: Ceilings, Floors and Trap Doors, by Neal J. Sweeney, Kilpatrick Stockton LLP
20—Professional Ethics: A Preventive Maintenance Approach, by Christopher Bauer, Bauer Ethics Seminars
December
2—Effective Project Planning, by Gary Bates, Roenker, Bates Group (extended three-hour session)
3—Showcasing Your Expertise: How to Attract Clients Using Stories and Examples, by Lynne Waymon, Make Your Contacts Count
9—Tapping into the Power of the Press, by Jerry Guerra, The JAGG Group
10—Future Leaders Focus: A Study of the Needs and Priorities of Young Design Professionals, by Barbara Irwin, HR Advisors, and Cara Bobchek, Management Consultants
Click here for an up-to-date listing of topics you won’t want to miss, and bookmark our Calendar of Fall '08 ACEC Online Seminars to visit often.
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| Obama Win, Expanded Democrat Majorities, Spell Opportunities and Challenges
President-elect Barack Obama |
ACEC anticipates that the administration of incoming President Barack Obama, combined with expanded Democratic majorities in the House and Senate, will give new momentum to ACEC efforts to boost transportation and water infrastructure funding in 2009.
At the same time, a resurgent labor agenda—including curbs on contracting out, legislation designed to pressure employees to unionize, and costly health care and tax code changes—could pose threats to the industry.
"We will move aggressively in 2009 to push our agenda," said ACEC President Dave Raymond. "While challenges will no doubt emerge, I see a real opportunity to work with the new President and the new Congress to address the serious backlog of infrastructure needs facing the country."
ACEC's staff has already been in touch with the Obama transition policy staff to convey industry priorities and maintain contact going forward.
While several Senate races have yet to be decided, Democrats will control at least 56 seats, against 44 Republican seats. Several undecided races remain in the House, but Democrats will have at least 225 seats, for a net gain of at least 19 seats. Republicans will have about 180 seats, depending on final totals and possible recounts.
Last Word will include a complete listing of congressional election results in next week's edition. For the latest election results, ACEC members can click on the ACEC Political Action Center on the ACEC website.
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| Strong Win Rate For ACEC/PAC On Election Night
ACEC/PAC enjoyed a strong victory margin on Election night, with 95 percent of the Democrats and Republicans backed by the Council either winning re-election or winning open seat contests.
Overall, ACEC/PAC contributed nearly $1 million to pro-business Senate and House candidates during this election cycle, a new record and a key indicator of the growth in the Council's political program.
Most of ACEC's congressional friends will be returning to Congress, as well as several new members who have worked closely with ACEC state organizations on industry issues.
One notable example is Illinois State Senator Debbie Halverson, a Democrat who won a hotly contested open congressional seat. "This is a big win for ACEC and our members in Illinois," said ACEC/IL Executive Director Dave Kennedy. "Debbie was the first woman in the state to be elevated to the position of Senate Majority Leader, and we've worked closely with her over the years."
ACEC also backed Ohio State Senator Steve Stivers, a Republican who appears to have won the open seat in Ohio's 15th congressional district, pending a recount.
"We knew Steve well at the state level and he was very supportive of our issues," said ACEC/OH Executive Director Donald Mader.
"One of the key lessons from the presidential and congressional contests was the critical need to raise the resources necessary to win," said ACEC President Dave Raymond. "This has important implications for continuing to build our PAC."
For more information on the ACEC/PAC, ACEC's political programs, or congressional candidate fundraising events, please contact Gregory Knopp, ACEC's Executive Director of Political Affairs, gknopp@acec.org, or Elizabeth Coit, ACEC/PAC Director, ecoit@acec.org, at 202-347-7474.
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Click here or above to view an interactive map of the progress of each state in achieving its 2008 ACEC/PAC goal. |
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Oregon And Hawaii Top 2008 ACEC/PAC Goal
Oregon ACEC/PAC Champion Jack Beemer |
Oregon and Hawaii became the thirteenth and fourteenth Member Organizations to meet their 2008 ACEC/PAC goals, joining Alaska, Arizona, South Dakota, Georgia, Kansas, South Carolina, Indiana, Wisconsin, Kentucky, Tennessee, Metro Washington, and Montana.
Oregon reached its annual goal for the first time. ACEC/PAC Champion Jack Beemer of David Evans and Associates credited the leadership of the state organization for making "ACEC/PAC fundraising a priority."
"I knew we could do this if our state Board of Directors signed on and made ACEC/PAC fundraising a priority," said Beemer. "We developed a list, and each of us signed up for the calls we wanted to make. This made each of us accountable, and, because we were all stakeholders in this effort, we succeeded."
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Hawaii ACEC/PAC Champion David Bills |
For the second year in a row—and third time in the last four years—Hawaii met its ACEC/PAC objective. "Despite tough economic times," said ACEC/PAC Champion David Bills of Bills Engineering in Honolulu, "our members in Hawaii understand that now, more than ever, we need a strong national organization looking out for our best interests—especially on Capitol Hill."
Click here to see the progress of each state in achieving its ACEC/PAC goal for 2008 and information on the PAC Champion(s) leading the state fundraising effort. For more information about ACEC/PAC, contact Greg Knopp, gknopp@acec.org or Elizabeth Coit, ecoit@acec.org.
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| ACEC Minuteman Fund Supports Metro Washington Amicus Brief
ACEC/Metro Washington President Courtney Brown |
ACEC has awarded a Minuteman Fund grant to ACEC/Metro Washington for the filing of an amicus brief that supports a federal district court ruling that the National Flood Insurance Act (NFIA) bars state law claims against engineering firms providing services to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Act.
In September 2006, Columbia Venture sued Dewberry & Davis, an engineering firm based in Fairfax, Va., in federal district court in Columbia, S.C. over engineering services that Dewberry had provided to FEMA under the NFIA. Having no recourse under federal law for the suit, Columbia Venture asserted its claims under state law.
On February 14, 2008, the district court granted Dewberry's motion to dismiss the case, finding that NFIA preempts state law causes of action. Columbia Venture then filed its appeal with the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
"We believe this suit is of vital importance to the engineering industry," said ACEC/Metro Washington President Courtney Brown. "We're very appreciative of ACEC and the Minuteman Fund for their help in defending this crucial principle of law."
The Minuteman Fund is ACEC's most powerful resource for helping Member Organizations pursue legislative and legal initiatives of national importance. All member firms are encouraged to contribute to the Fund.
Click here for more information on how to make a donation.
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Legal, Risk, Technical Issues Of BIM Focus Of December Course
Building Information Modeling (BIM): The Promise and the Reality for A/E/C Firms
December 4-5, New Orleans
As a faculty presenter for ACEC's upcoming course, BIM: The Promise and The Reality for A/E/C Firms, Frank Musica, Senior Risk Management Attorney, Victor O. Schinnerer & Company, Inc., will address the inherent concerns for "preserving recognized legal status and control over both process and technology risks."
The course offers the unique perspectives of a diverse faculty with first-hand experience that is evolving along with BIM technology innovations. Ideal for COOs, IT management, project managers and company principals of firms considering or newly involved in BIM utilization, curriculum will:
- Present real-life BIM case studies of engineering firm experiences
- Explore BIM technology and interoperability
- Describe BIM transition plans and IT, training, and time budgeting
- Look at "life of the building" issues and advantages
Deadline for best-price registration is November 7. For details and to register, click here.
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| USACE Program Manager Shares Federal Levee Update In Market Forecast Seminar
This session features Tammy L. Conforti, Levee Safety Program Manager, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, who will share an inside look at the content and status of federal levee regulations. The session will update current work projections and timing for levee work, status of new regulations, potential for liability limitations, USACE’s role with levee certification for the NFIP, and describe support the federal government and USACE will need to locate, inventory and certify government levees.
Everyone interested in the topic will benefit from this important opportunity to hear the latest from the agency and participate in this interactive online session. For those in the Washington, D.C. area, the online event will be preceded by an on-site luncheon with Conforti at ACEC headquarters.
For details and to register for the on-site luncheon and seminar, click here; and for the online seminar, click here.
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| LEED Exam Prep Course Offers Review, Tools To Take Current Exam
Green Building and LEED for Constructors in Design Build
November 12-14, Denver
Green Building and LEED for Constructors in Design Build features an in-depth review of the technical requirements of a specific LEED rating system and the tools and information needed to incorporate green building practices into a project.
With a new version of the rating system and exam expected to be released in spring 2009, this program is particularly timely. ACEC members receive a discount on the regular registration fee.
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| Online Seminars Highlight Persuasive Proposals; Winning Business Through PowerPoint
ACEC's online seminars offer a constantly changing mix of timely topics and new approaches to the business basics presented in tightly packed 1-1/2 hour sessions. With one registration fee payable per Internet connection, a roomful of staff can participate at no additional cost—and everyone earns the PDHs. Register in advance, and you'll receive an e-mail reminder to log-on. Scheduled for next week:
Increase Your Win Rate With Powerful, Persuasive Proposals
November 11, 1:30-3 p.m.
In today's competitive market environment, the need to write and present a powerful, persuasive proposal has never been more important. Clare G. Ross, The Clare Ross Organization, answers key questions in this important online seminar including:
- How can you create a compelling value proposition that the decision-maker won't miss?
- What are the best ways to differentiate yourself from your competition?
- How can you write your proposals faster?
- What are the key points of content the decision-maker wants to see?
For details and to register, click here.
Using PowerPoint Effectively
November 12, 1:30-3 p.m.
PowerPoint is an important tool. It is vital for making business development and project presentations as clear and impactful as possible. David Stone, Stone & Company presents a unique interactive online seminar to help you "leave your audience on the edge of their seats instead of asleep in them." Participants will learn:
- How to put more "zing" in presentations
- How to avoid "death by PowerPoint"
- What "slideuments" are, and why they should be avoided
- How to increase audience interaction
- How to prepare slides to provide greater support to the presentation
- How to show complex information and still make slides readable.
For details and to register, click here.
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Phone: 202-347-7474 - Fax: 202-898-0068
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