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SUMMARY:Managing Datum Change: Project Coordination and Risk
DESCRIPTION:Managing Datum Change: Project Coordination and Risk \nIn 2026\, the National Geodetic Survey (NGS) and NOAA will complete the most significant modernization of the National Spatial Reference System (NSRS)\, introducing new horizontal and vertical datums that will permanently replace NAD83 and NAVD88. \nWhile earlier discussions have focused on what is changing and why\, this session moves the conversation forward—examining how datum modernization is already affecting real projects and the practical decisions surveyors\, engineers\, and land developers must make in the near term. \nThis panel discussion brings together national experts from NGS\, NOAA\, and private practice to explore current failure points\, emerging risks\, and strategies for managing data consistency and client expectations during the transition. \n➡️ When: Thursday\, May 14 | 2:30–4:00 PM ET\n➡️ Where: Virtual (Zoom)\n➡️ Who: Professional surveyors and civil engineers with land development clients\n➡️ 1.5 PDHs Available  \nFeatured Panelists\nDan Gillins\, Ph.D.\, P.L.S.Chief\, Observation & Analysis DivisionNational Geodetic Survey (NGS)Associate Editor\, Journal of Surveying Engineering\, ASCE \nPat McGarrity\, P.L.S.Senior Project Surveyor\nPsomas \nGalen ScottConstituent Resource ManagerNational Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) \nFederico Olivares\nTechnical Expert / Data Centers\nOlsson \nTogether\, the panel brings perspectives from federal policy\, technical implementation\, and on-the-ground project delivery—providing attendees with both authoritative insight and practical guidance. \nWhy This Matters Now\nAs projects increasingly span the transition period\, firms face growing challenges: \n\n\nInconsistent vertical control across legacy and modern datasets \n\n\nMisalignment between survey\, design\, GIS\, and construction platforms \n\n\nIncreased liability tied to misunderstood or undocumented datum assumptions \n\n\nClient risk when elevation differences impact permitting\, drainage\, floodplain\, or construction decisions \n\n\nThese issues are no longer theoretical—they are showing up in active projects. \nWhat You’ll Learn in This Session\n\n\nWhere datum modernization is creating real-world problems today \n\n\nCommon failure points in vertical control\, transformations\, and mixed datasets \n\n\nHow new reference frames and geopotential datums affect engineering design and land development \n\n\nNear-term decisions firms must make regarding workflows\, documentation\, and client communication \n\n\nPractical strategies to reduce risk\, rework\, and disputes during the transition
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/managing-datum-change-project-coordination-and-risk/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Coalition Event
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SUMMARY:Membership Mondays: Maximize Your ACEC Member Benefits
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, May 18\, 2026\, 1:30-2:30 PM Eastern \nInterested in learning how to unlock the most value out of your ACEC membership? Join us for Membership Mondays! Our team will help you navigate your member benefits\, share how to get involved\, identify where to find resources\, and answer any questions you might have.  Whether you are a new or existing ACEC member\, we’re certain you will walk away with new information and tools to help your firm and your employees grow and learn. Membership Mondays are held each month; select a date and time that works for your schedule and invite a few colleagues to join. \nCan’t join this time? Click below to register for another Membership Monday! \n\nJune 8 at 1:30 PM Eastern\nJuly 20 at 1:30 PM Eastern\nAugust 17 at 1:30 PM Eastern\nSeptember 14 at 1:30 PM Eastern\nOctober 19 at 1:30 PM Eastern\nNovember 16 at 1:30 PM Eastern\nDecember 14 at 1:30 PM Eastern
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/membership-mondays-maximize-your-acec-member-benefits/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260511T150031Z
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SUMMARY:Technology Readiness in AEC: Benchmarking Performance and Defining the Path Forward
DESCRIPTION:May 13\, 2026 from 12:00-1:00 PM Eastern \nThe AEC industry is investing in technology—but readiness remains strikingly low. According to our latest industry research\, the answer is clear: overall technology readiness remains low. The median readiness score across firms is just 26 out of 100\, underscoring substantial opportunity—and urgency—for strategic advancement. \nThis webinar will present key findings from the report\, including performance benchmarks across firm sizes and the dimensions that most influence readiness. While Technology Infrastructure shows measurable progress\, other indicators\, including Culture and Innovation (21 percent median) and Technology Advancement (16 percent median)\, are lagging \nJoin our speakers\, Joe Bates and Markus Weidner\, for a conversation unpacking the findings of the benchmarking survey of engineering firms based on region\, size\, and other characteristics. \nAttendees will gain: \n\nA clear benchmark of industry-wide technology readiness\nInsight into how firm size influences digital capability\nAnalysis of infrastructure progress versus cultural and innovation gaps\nStrategic considerations for strengthening long-term competitiveness\n\nPresenters: Joe Bates\, ACEC Research Institute and Markus Weidner\, Pennoni
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/technology-readiness-in-aec-benchmarking-performance-and-defining-the-path-forward/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Education
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SUMMARY:MEP Roundtable May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow MEP engineers for a relaxed\, interactive discussion on the challenges and opportunities we’re all facing in today’s business environment. \n➡️ When: May 19 | 1:00–2:00 PM ET\n➡️ Where: Virtual (Zoom)\n➡️ Who: Mechanical\, Electrical\, and Plumbing engineers from across the nation \nThis is a chance to listen in\, ask questions\, share experiences\, and hear how others are handling risk management\, technology\, and client expectations. \nWhy attend? \n\nStep back from day-to-day demands to gain fresh perspective on where the profession is headed\nSwap stories\, challenges\, and solutions in a low-pressure setting\nMake connections you can continue beyond the session
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/mep-roundtable-q2-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Coalition Event,Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T073000
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SUMMARY:ACEC of Maine Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the ACEC of Maine Board of Directors at its ACEC of Maine Annual Meeting on May 20\, 2026 in the Old Town Hall at the Hilton Garden Inn\, Freeport.
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/acec-of-maine-annual-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn Freeport\, 5 Park Street\, Freeport\, 04032\, United States
CATEGORIES:MO Event
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SUMMARY:Progressive Design Build
DESCRIPTION:Drawing on real project data and firsthand interviews\, this panel brings together members of the ACEC Research Institute’s Study Steering Committee and project participants to examine the factors that drive — or derail — Progressive Design-Build performance. \nDiscussion will cover off-ramping risks\, target pricing\, QBS selection\, team chemistry\, and the long-term relationship dynamics that shape future project opportunities. Attendees will leave with actionable insights into what works\, what doesn’t\, and how to position their firms for success in this growing project delivery method.
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/progressive-design-build/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T133000
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SUMMARY:State of the Engineering Economy Q2 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join the ACEC Research Institute team for a timely and data-driven discussion of the latest trends shaping the U.S. economy and the engineering industry. This quarter’s webinar will feature new findings from the Engineering Business Sentiment survey\, highlighting current conditions and near-term expectations related to economic performance\, firm finances\, sector activity\, backlog\, and hiring. \nThe discussion will be grounded in key economic indicators and longitudinal benchmarks\, offering practical insights to help firm leaders interpret the data and understand how broader economic and industry trends may influence strategic decision-making in the coming year. \nPanelists: \nJoe Bates\, Senior Research Consultant\, ACEC Research Institute\nDiana O’Lare\, Senior Director\, Market Intelligence\, ACEC
URL:https://www.acec.org/event/state-of-the-engineering-economy-q2-2026/
LOCATION:Online
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