ENR's Top 25 Newsmakers 2018
Individuals from diverse sectors have been recognized by ENR’s editors for their service to the construction industry and the public.
John Aho
Engineer’s decades of work on seismic safety and stringent building codes in Alaska pay off during 2018 quake.
Kevin Bagnall
Rubber hits the road for pavement entrepreneur, who uses recycled tires to conserve water at Yellowstone Park.
Gary H. Baker
Tunneling team leader focuses on prompt problem-solving for high-risk project to connect L.A. metro lines.
Mark Bryant
Contractor advances jobsite-sensor monitoring technology with comprehensive cloud-based platform.
Kris Caldwell
Contractor in Puerto Rico works with tireless passion to normalize life for those affected by Hurricane Maria.
Joel Cesare
Sustainability expert created a permitting road map to get official nods for super-green buildings with exotic systems.
Ginger Evans
Aviation design and construction expert worked to get airlines to “yes” on major expansion of gates at O’Hare.
Michael Feigin
Multifamily builder launches comprehensive fire-elimination strategy on jobsites with wood-framed buildings.
Gerry Galloway
Water “superstar” continues his water management crusade with assist on big urban flooding study.
Frances Halsband
Architect catalyzed a campaign that resulted in changes to the AIA code of ethics, including strict anti-abuse rules.
Megan Kreiger
Researcher is pioneering large-scale 3D-printed reinforced concrete structures that are engineered and deployable.
Andres Lepage
Structural engineer laid the foundation for historic code change for use of high-strength rebar in seismic shear walls.
Ron Lewis
Flexibility and collaborative spirit help astute leader keep Seattle’s fast growing transit agency on track.
John Matyasovszky
Shoring pro executed a high-risk job that kept a 40-story office building from becoming the leaning tower of Seattle.
Ehab Meselhe
Scientist and engineer works to break down barriers between disciplines and communities to help save ecosystems.
Paul Murdoch
California architect guided the vision for the Tower of Voices at the Flight 93 National Memorial in Pennsylvania.
Vicki O’Leary
Ironworkers International Union general organizer fights jobsite harassment, promotes safety for workers.
Todd Orbus
Contractor guided critical spillways work in California from pre-bidding to completion weeks ahead of schedule.
Gregory Penza
Pipeline rehab contractor found his competitive advantage in construction robotics and now is running with it.
Russell Poppe
Led team hosting extensive public meetings that drove strong support for $2.5-billion post-Harvey bond program.
Stacy Smedley
A career in sustainable buildings led to the creation of a tool to help minimize embodied carbon in construction.
Leo Sveikauskas
Veteran economist led a team that designed a more refined and reliable measure of construction productivity.
Carlette Walker
Former senior financial manager for South Carolina utility shines light on problems at failed nuclear project.
Alla Weinstein
California offshore wind pioneer blends technology vision and business savvy to propel key clean energy market.
Tracy Young
Engineer turned tech-firm CEO delivers digital plans to field crews and raises the bar for women entrepreneurs.
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