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Emell D. Adolphus

Emell D. Adolphus

Emell Derra Adolphus has more than a decade of writing and journalism experience. He is senior editor of ENR’s Top Lists and Survey Rankings at ENR magazine and frequently contributes stories on technology, climate resiliency, diversity, equity and inclusion.

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ENR 2024 Top 600 Specialty Firms: Contractor Collaboration Shines

Emell Adolphus
Emell D. Adolphus
Jonathan Keller
Jonathan Keller
October 24, 2024
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Revenue reaches a third consecutive year of double-digit growth with a focus on teamwork, recruitment and retention.


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ENR 2024 Top 100 Green Design Firms and Contractors

Emell Adolphus
Emell D. Adolphus
Jonathan Keller
Jonathan Keller
October 10, 2024
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Even before projects reach the shovel-ready phase, a “business as usual” mindset can stunt sustainability goals, says John Delaney, sustainability director at Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & Planners.


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$570-million US 69 project in Kansas

ENR Top 400 Sourcebook: Firms Feel Pinch for Profitability

Contractor revenue rises, but firms say higher risks and longer lead times are driving more investment in preconstruction
Emell Adolphus
Emell D. Adolphus
Jonathan Keller
Jonathan Keller
September 19, 2024
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For the second consecutive year, Top 400 revenue has increased by a double-digit percentage—rising 13.9% to $556.9 billion from $488.98 billion last year while median firm revenue is also up 10.9% to $629.5 million.


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Cairo Monorail in Egypt

2024 ENR Top 250 International Contractors: Contractors Balance Higher Risks

Top 250 revenue rises 16.6% as the ripples of inflation, supply chain disruptions, climate change and regional conflict shift pain points and profitability.
Emell Adolphus
Emell D. Adolphus
Jonathan Keller
Jonathan Keller
September 11, 2024
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Revenue for the Top 250 International Contractors is at its highest since 2015, rising to $499.7 billion last year.


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M City project

2024 ENR Top 225 International Design Firms: Firms Step Up Value Engineering

Emell Adolphus
Emell D. Adolphus
Jonathan Keller
Jonathan Keller
Peter Reina
Peter Reina
August 28, 2024
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Project goals can be a moving target amid intensifying inflation, climate change and supply chain disruptions roiling the global marketplace, say this year’s Top 225 International Design Firms.


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Mergers and Acquisitions

Gannett Fleming Buys TranSystems in $1.3B Transport Design Deal

Cash purchase transaction with former private equity firm owner bolsters combined entity's position in bridge, highway, mass transit and rail work
Emell Adolphus
Emell D. Adolphus
Debra K. Rubin
Debra K. Rubin
August 15, 2024
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TranSystems CEO Tim Rock and Gannett Fleming President and CFO Jim Nevada become co-presidents and co-chief operating officers of the combined entity, with a new chief to be named and possible new corporate name.
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Books

AEC Leaders Share Construction ‘Secrets’ in New Anthology

“Secrets of the Construction Industry,” released earlier this year, includes more than 30 narrative entries from industry professionals on lessons learned and how to prepare the next generation of leaders
Emell Adolphus
Emell D. Adolphus
August 14, 2024
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Author Elinor Moshe talks with ENR about how the book’s narrative insights from AEC “industry titans and young guns” reflects the shifting scope of the construction business.


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Executive News

Obituary: Nabih Youssef, 80, Pioneered Performance-Based Seismic Design

Structural engineer and founder of Nabih Youssef & Associates, who died July 12, is remembered as the "consummate professional"
Emell Adolphus
Emell D. Adolphus
August 6, 2024
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Leading structural engineering expert is remembered by colleague as the "consummate professional."


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ENR 2024 Top Design Firms Sourcebook: Artificial Intelligence Ramps Up

With a rise in design services and ongoing labor challenges, can AI-powered tech help firms work smarter?
Emell Adolphus
Emell D. Adolphus
July 16, 2024
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Commentary from the Top 500 Design Firms in 2024 reveals a shift in the use of artificial intelligence to complement design services.


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ENR Top Professional Services Firms: Skill Shortages Raise the Stakes

Emell Adolphus
Emell D. Adolphus
Jonathan Keller
Jonathan Keller
June 26, 2024
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In response to ongoing labor challenges across the AEC industry, ENR Top 100 Professional Services Firms are reconfiguring operations to recruit helping hands where they need it most.


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