Women's Forum with Secretary of Transportation Leslie Richards
2016-04-20 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | The Chadwick, 10545 Perry Highway, Wexford, PA, 15090, United States
The Women’s Forum will include female leaders in the A/E/C industry and will encourage an interactive, “Town Hall” discussion.
Women in all stages of their careers are encouraged to attend. Light refreshments will be served.
Panelists include:

Leslie Richards, PennDOT Secretary of Transportation
Tammi Halapin, Principal, Collective Efforts
Courtney Ehrlichman, Deputy Executive Director of Technologies for Safe and Efficient Transportation, the National USDOT UTC for Safety and the Traffic21 Institute at Carnegie Mellon University
Lisa Cooper, Vice President, JMT
Beth Nury, Owner, Beth’s Barricades
Jan Oliver, ALCOSAN, Director of Regional Conveyance
MODERATOR: Cheryl Moon-Sirianni, PennDOT District 11-0 ADE-Design

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Collections: Don't let your clients' cash flow problems become your problems.
2016-03-29 04:00 - 06:00 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
An ESWP Program Committee Event…..
8:00am – Registration and Breakfast Buffet
8:30am – Presentation
Presenters: Mathew J. Lautman, Esq. and Samuel H. Simon, Esq.
As anyone in business knows, it’s one thing to get the work, and another to get paid in full and on time for the work. Not many people get into the design industry to focus on collections. That’s why it makes sense to put systems and processes in place to minimize the impact of a client cash flow problem becoming your problem.
Bad agreements and poor collection practices can cause you to lose money – or leave too much on the table. Also as a design professional, you have some additional legal options that other commercial enterprises do not. This gives you some distinct advantages to collect what you’ve earned.
This presentation will provide design professionals an overview of those systems and processes, including the mechanics of a collection action – from the first friendly reminder to litigation. And we’ll cover the steps to take when your customer files for bankruptcy.
You’ll learn:

Ways to better identify your client in order to better identify your risk.
Possible agreements you should have in place to protect your interests.
The terms and conditions that your agreements should contain that will give you leverage in the collection of a debt.
Your options and d expectations once a collection action becomes necessary.

SMPS Monthly Luncheon
2016-03-16 07:30 - 09:30 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
“Made in Pennsylvania -The New Face of Manufacturing”
PANEL
David Ruppersberger, President, Pittsburgh Regional Alliance
Tony Rosenberger, President and Chief Operating Officer, Chapman Properties
Lou Oliva, Executive Managing Director, Newmark Grubb Knight Frank
Chris Heck, Membership & Business Development Manager, SMC Business Councils
Donald Fazio, President, Diamond Wire Spring Company

SAME
2016-03-15 08:00 - 09:30 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Membership Meeting – “History of Pittsburgh’s Bridges”, Todd Wilson, P.E.
Pittsburgh is indeed the city of bridges and what remarkable bridges they are! Please join the SAME Pittsburgh Post as we welcome our March meeting speaker Mr. Todd Wilson, P.E., GAI Consultants, Inc. Todd is co-author of “Images of America: Pittsburgh’s Bridges”. His presention will describe the history of some of Pittsburgh’s most daring, record breaking and innovative river bridges and their relationship with improving river navigation. You won’t want to miss it!

PMI Pittsburgh Chapter
2016-03-10 12:00 - 15:00 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
It’s Game Night! Ready for some fun and a learning experience that will stick with you?
Join Gina Fontanesi as she facilitates an interactive session that simulates the challenges projects face. The exercise was designed by Barry Flicker, author of the book, Working at Warp Speed. The timed exercise is played in teams and includes an experiential diagnostic tool that reveals specific behaviors that derail project success.

AIChE Student Night
2016-03-02 12:30 - 15:00 | William Pitt Student Union Ballroom, University of Pittsburgh, PA, United States
AIChE – Pittsburgh’s Annual Student Night Banquet
5:30 – Registration, Student Poster Session
6:00 – Buffet Dinner, Professionals & Students
6:45 – Awards to Outstanding Students of 2016
7:00 – Morgan O’Brien, CEO of Peoples Gas
Details and Registration
Fees
Members and Non-Members: $40 per Person ($45 if Paying at Door)
Students & Faculty: $10 per Person ($15 if Paying at Door)
You must register by Friday evening Feb 26, 2016
Space is limited and we need an attendee list
You must register online then either:

Pay online via credit card or
Give us your check or cash at door

No walk-ins.

PSPE National Engineers Week Banquet
2016-02-27 13:15 - 16:00 | Sheraton Station Square, 300 West Station Square Drive, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219, United States

ASCE Awards Banquet
2016-02-20 12:00 - 16:00 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Join us to celebrate some of the stars of the Pittsburgh Section as we give out the annual Engineers Week Awards!
Keynote presentation by History and Herritage Chair Todd Wilson, PE on his recently published book, “Pittsburgh’s Bridges.”
Copies of the book are available for pre-order with your dinner registration and Todd will be available to sign copies for those who would like. Price includes cost of book, plus small donation to the Student Awards Foundation.

ESWP Annual Engineering Awards Banquet
2016-02-18 12:00 - 16:00 | The Westin Pittsburgh, 1000 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
For more than 130 years, members and friends of the Engineers’ Society of Western Pennsylvania have gathered to celebrate engineering, and recognize the best and brightest stars in the profession. Join us on Thursday, February 18 at the Westin Convention Center Hotel to carry on the tradition.
In addition to the Annual Awards of Distinction recognizing the Engineer of the Year and Projects of the Year, you will hear Buddy Hobart, a renowned expert on “Gen Y” as the keynote speaker.
We will also present the 2016 William Metcalf Award to Dr. James H. Garrett, Jr., P.E., F.ASCE., Dean of the College of Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University.
Reservations are now being accepted for Corporate tables of 10, or individual reservations. You may choose from seating in the Gold, Silver or Bronze circles. Gold tables receive priority placement, wine and appetizers tray; Silver tables receive the appetizer tray.
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Project Management Institute
2016-02-11 13:00 - 15:00 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Project Planning for Startups
Project management is a methodical approach to planning and guiding a project from start to finish. It is highly valued, and has demonstrated it worth in the most complex of environments.
Startups pose a particular problem, as there are three simultaneous constituencies whose needs must be met; the customer, the investor and the acquirer. Utilizing illustrations from his recently released book, Innovation, Commercialization and Startups in Life Sciences, Mr. Jordan will walk us through a model that can be used to plot the complex journey of a startup that can be applied to any market.
Speaker: James F. Jordan, Vice President and Chief Investment Officer PLSG

SMPS
2016-02-10 06:30 - 09:00 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
SMPS Pittsburgh will host its monthly luncheon program on February 10, 2016 from 11:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Engineers’ Society of Western Pennsylvania.
Please join SMPS Pittsburgh for a panel discussion on trends affecting the design and construction of healthcare facilities across the country. Hear viewpoints from a diverse panel of experts from institutions, facility planners, and architects. Learn how your A/E/C firm fits into this new era of healthcare.
PANEL
Chuck DiBello, Director, Facility Development – UPMC
Patrick Duke, Managing Director – CBRE Healthcare
Richard Thompson, Vice President, Facilities & Real Estate – Allegheny Health Network
John Schrott, AIA, Principal, – IKM Inc. (Moderator)
Additional panelists are being confirmed.

Society of Military Engineers
2016-02-09 06:30 - 08:30 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
The SAME Pittsburgh Post is honored to have Brig. Gen. Joseph Schroedel, USA (Ret.), SAME Executive Director as our distinguished speaker for the Pittsburgh Post’s February Membership Meeting.

ESWP President's Reception
2016-01-29 12:00 - 15:00 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Each year the members of the Engineers’ Society of Western Pennsylvania Board of Directors contribute countless hours of volunteer time towards the betterment of ESWP. On one special evening, we pause to recognize their contributions, and give thanks for the time, efforts and outstanding leadership put forth on behalf of ESWP. Please mark your calendar now, and plan to join your fellow members and guests for a very special evening of good food and drink, entertainment and fellowship.
Join us at ESWP for this annual event with 2016 President of the Engineers’ Society of Western Pennsylvania, H. Daniel “Dan” Cessna, P.E. and the members of the Engineers’ Society Board of Directors. Reservations are required, and can be made below.
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Riverlife: Transforming Pittsburgh's Riverfronts through Public Open Space and Design
2016-01-26 03:00 - 05:00 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
A breakfast program with Vivien Li, President and CEO of Riverlife, and Jay Sukernek, Vice President and CFO.
8am – Registration and Breakfast 8:30am – Program

SMPS Pittsburgh
2016-01-20 06:30 - 08:30 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

ESWP Member's Holiday Luncheon
2015-12-17 06:30 - 08:30 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
It’s that time of year again! The ESWP Holiday Luncheon is a tradition that members look forward to all year long. This is a great chance to bring clients, associates, support staff, friends and family to your ESWP. Enjoy great food, live entertainment and camaraderie… mingle with old friends and make new ones. Make the ESWP Annual Holiday Luncheon a part of your seasonal tradition! Reservations are required and can be made here. Regular Dining Room Service is not available on this date.

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BUFFET MENU
Fresh Fruit Display
Marinated Artichoke Hearts, Mushrooms & Peppers
Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad
Smoked Pastrami Salmon
Maple Glazed Belgian CarrotsRedskin Mashed Potatoes
Rice Pilaf
Eggplant Rollatini
Stuffed Cabbages
Chicken MargheritaSeafood Tambe
Beef Bordelaise
Thai-style Pork Loin
Fresh Rolls & butter
Served Homemade Dessert
Coffee, Tea, Iced Tea
Cash Bar

The Drones are Coming!
2015-12-10 03:00 - 04:30 | Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc., 333 Baldwin Road, Pittsburgh, PA, 15205, United States
The Drones are Coming! Join ESWP for a Program Committee event entitled: “Applications of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) in the Engineering and Construction Industry”
Registration and Continental Breakfast start at 8:00am; Presentation followed by demonstration (weather permitting)
$20 for ESWP members, $25 for non-members, Reservations can be made here!
Presented by:
Richard P. Celender, C.E.T., CPESC, CPSWQ – Vice President, Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc., coordinates CEC’s UAV technology implementation and development
Bryan Hazelwood – Pilot in charge of UAV operations with over 1430 UAV flight hours, holds a commercial pilots license.

International Water Conference®
2015-11-15 - 2015-11-19 | Hilton in the Walt Disney World® Resort, 1751 Hotel Plaza Boulevard, Orlando, FL, 32830, United States

WTS Pittsburgh Chapter
2015-11-10 06:30 - 08:00 | Carnegie Mellon University, Rangos Ballroom, 5032 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
The Women’s Transportation Seminar, Pittsburgh Chapter (WTS), The Intelligent Transportation Society, Pennsylvania Chapter (ITSPA), and The Mid-Atlantic Section of the Institute of Transportation Engineers (MASITE) cordially invite you to attend a joint luncheon meeting in celebration of the newly formed WTS Pittsburgh Chapter! More Information can be found here.

Make them forget the 'Young' in Young Professional
2015-11-05 12:00 - 14:00 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Join us for an for this event with Amy Veltri, CEO of Novel GeoEnvironmental (NGE)
This presentation will provide a primer for getting noticed as a young professional in today’s workplace. When you’re done, you will have confidence in possessing some of the basic tools to be
used on a daily basis.
• Learn about the generational differences that exist and how they impact YOU.
• Understand the importance of ‘first impressions’
• Leadership styles and skills
• Work-life balance
• Professional Communication
• Your presence on social media
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: students, young professionals, HR professionals, recruiters, management, etc. …if you are in the workplace, you should be here!

PHLF Walking Tour has been cancelled
2015-10-27 - 2015-10-28 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
This event has been cancelled, please contact the ESWP with any questions.

Capital Expenditure Plans and the Procurement Process for Local Government Agencies
2015-10-22 04:00 - 06:00 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Hear from representatives of numerous local and county governmental agencies about their upcoming plans for capital improvements and how to do business with them. Invited agencies (among others) include:
• City of Pittsburgh DPW
• Allegheny County DPW
• ALCOSAN
• Allegheny County Economic Development
• Allegheny County Airport Authority
• PWSA
8:00am Registration and Breakfast Buffet
8:30am Program
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Commercial Real Estate Women
2015-09-29 11:00 - 14:00 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

ASCE Geo-Institute
2015-09-24 18:00 - 20:00 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

SFPE
2015-09-24 18:00 - 20:00 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

ESWP Webinar Training
2015-09-23 12:00 - 13:00 | ESWP Webinar
The Concrete Life Cycle: Maintain to Sustain
Earn 1 PDH!
Concrete is one of the most durable construction materials available, but all too frequently we ignore its maintenance. Many of the techniques called “coating”, “protection”, and “corrosion mitigation” are in reality, maintenance of concrete. The life span of concrete structures can be significantly extended by pro-actively addressing deterioration and durability issues through keeping water and other deleterious materials out of concrete after it has properly cured.
Presented by Fred Goodwin,
Fellow Scientist R&D/Technology BASF Construction Chemicals
Instructions and link for webinar will be sent to your email address on September 22.

PSPE 2015 State Conference
2015-09-23 - 2015-09-26 | DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh-Cranberry, 910 Sheraton Drive, Mars, PA, 16046, United States
More Information can be found here or visit the PSPE web site.

Shale Plays:, an ESWP Program Committee Event
2015-09-22 04:00 - 05:30 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Join Joe Frantz, P.E., of Range Resources as he discusses “How Technology, Governments, Regulators, Academia and the Public Have Changed the World’s Energy Supply and Demand Questions”
8:00am Registration and Hot Breakfast Buffet
8:30am Program

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Women's Roundtable Luncheon
2015-09-17 11:30 - 14:00 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Lunch with Colleen Layman, P.E., of HDR, Inc. and current President of the Society of Women Engineers
11:30am Registration and Networking – 12 Noon Lunch – Informal discussion to follow, hosted by Sandie Egley
Colleen Layman is a senior life member of the Society of Women Engineers and has been actively involved in leadership roles within the organization for over 15 years. She is currently serving on the Society Board of Directors as the Society President for the 2015-2016 fiscal year.
Professionally, Colleen has more than 20 years of experience in the engineering design, construction, commissioning, and operation of power generating facilities, with special focus on water and wastewater systems. Currently, Colleen is a Vice President with HDR, an engineering consulting firm headquartered in Omaha, NE, where she directs engineering and business development activities focused on solving clients’ challenges related to industrial water and wastewater management and treatment practices in the energy sector. Colleen is also an active member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and has served on two ASME committees: the Research and Technology Committee on Water and Steam in Thermal Systems and the Performance Test Code (PTC) committee #31 on High Purity Water Treatment Systems. She is also an active member of the Engineers’ Society of Western Pennsylvania serving on the Water Conference Executive Committee since 2009 and where she served as General Chairperson of the International Water Conference in 2014 and 2015.
Colleen holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Thomas Edison State College, a MS in Water Resources and Environmental Engineering from Villanova University, and a MBA in Management of Engineering and Technology from Northcentral University. She is also a registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the states of Ohio, Wisconsin, and Maryland.
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Project Management Institute
2015-09-10 17:00 - 20:30 | ESWP, 337 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
