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Thursday, March 2

1:00 – 2:00 p.m. | Technical Session 1: Industry Tracks  1A, 1B, 1C, and 1D (1 PDH)

Track 1A – Strategy and Best Practices to Expand Construction Engineering Programs

Join CI’s Construction Engineering Education Committee members in a discussion about strategy and best practices to expand construction engineering programs to meet the industry demand in the United States. Since ABET accredited the first Construction Engineering program in 1958, the number of Construction Engineering programs has increased to 18. However, the program number and enrollments, in some, are relatively small. Panelists from academia, government agencies, and the construction industry will discuss various ways to expand the program number and enrollment and, in turn, develop the much-needed workforce for the construction industry.

Keynote Speaker: Dr. David Johnston, Edward I. Weisiger Distinguished Professor Emeritus, North Carolina State University

Panelist: Susan Bogus Halter, Ph.D., P.E., F.ASCE, University of New Mexico; Ed Jaselskis, Ph.D., P.E., M.ASCE, North Carolina State University; Sam Ariaratnam, Ph.D., P.E., NAC, Dist.M.ASCE, Arizona State University;  Hani Alzraiee, Ph.D., P.Eng, M.ASCE, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

Track 1B – The Safety of Rebar Cages by using Innovative Connectors-Ongoing Research Update and Future Research Needs

This session will present an update to the ongoing state-of-the-art research and innovation in analysis and design of rebar cages that is currently being performed at University of Nevada, Reno. The primary objective of this research project is to ensure safety during lifting and handling of belowground rebar cages. Investigations of several recent above grade rebar cage collapses exposed the shortcomings of current design procedures and the vulnerability of the construction methods used to support these cages. The essential role of industry guidance and experimental studies for development of design procedures and safe methods will be examined.

Moderator: Vincent Arthur Siefert, P.E., M.ASCE, Siefert Associates, LLC

Speakers: Masood Vahedi, S.M.ASCE, University of Nevada, Reno

Track 1C – Issues with Existing Utilities during Project Development as a Differing Site Condition

Utilities of all kinds occupy space that is often needed for other infrastructure needs such as foundations, retaining walls, drainage, sewage, and areas of cut and fill.  When existing utilities conflict with new infrastructure development, there are only four potential solutions: moving the existing utility; redesigning the new infrastructure so there is no conflict; designing safeguards to allow the utility to remain safely in place; or requesting a policy exemption. Session attendees will learn how the nature and timing of solutions are critical to the success of existing utilities projects.  

Speaker: James H. Anspach, PG (r), Dist.M.ASCE, NAC, Iowa State University

Track 1D – Building Resiliency into Projects… with Specifications!

This session will help you to learn how others in the industry are dealing with supply disruptions because of the recent pandemic and how companies are balancing risks.

Moderator: Rusty Sprouse, P.E., CFM, M.ASCE, Jefferson Lab

Speakers: David Siegler, P.E., M.ASCE, New Jersey Turnpike Authority; Theresa Jablonski, P.E., M.ASCE., Nova Consulting, Hyun Jeong Koo, Ph.D., A.M.ASCE, Wayne State University

2:00 – 2:30 p.m. | Networking Break in Exhibit Hall

2:30 – 3:30 p.m. | Technical Session 2: Industry Tracks 2A, 2B, 2C, and 2D (1 PDH)

Track 2A – DEI Issues on Engineering and Construction Curricula and Decision-Making

This panel discussion organized by the members of CI’s Management Practices in Construction Committee will focus on the DEI-related issues in engineering and construction decision-making. Panelists will discuss the importance of DEI training during the college education as well as for onboarding, internships, and career progression so that engineers can incorporate DEI considerations into their decision-making. Panelists will also identify the most prominent DEI issues in the industry and present a path forward to address those issues.

Moderator: Mehmet Ozbek, PhD, AM.ASCE, Colorado State University

Speakers: Becki Atadero, PhD, P.E., M.ASCE, Colorado State University; Beth Duyvejonck, P.E., M.A., Opus Design Build, L.L.C.; Gloria J Jeff, AICP, MnDOT Metro District

Track 2B – Temporary Works in Steel Truss Bridge Dismantling

This presentation will survey temporary works used to dismantle steel truss bridge structures, referencing multiple signature truss bridge dismantling projects. In addition, the session will showcase examples and references from iconic projects like the San Francisco - Oakland Bay Bridge, Carquinez Bridge, Goethals Bridge, and the Tappan Zee Bridge, among others.

Moderator: Reuben Zylstra, P.E., M.ASCE, Foothills Bridge Co.

Speakers: Chris Tollefson, P.E., M.ASCE, Foothills Bridge Co.; Nathan Miller, S.E., P.E., M.ASCE, Foothills Bridge Co.

Track 2C – Shaping Geotechnical Reports to Reduce Claims at all Tiers  

Claims, at any level, negatively affect projects. This session will address ways to mitigate lower-tier site condition-related claims. Session attendees will understand the impact of lower-tier claims and the steps to reduce them.

Speakers:  Zach Jones, JD, M.ASCE, Jones Law, PLLC; Nick Utter, JD, Jones Law, PLLC

Track 2D – Common Challenges of Historical Building Renovation Projects

Renovation and restoration of cultural heritage buildings for adaptive reuse face challenges. This session will examine strategies to mitigate such challenges through project specifications for better construction management.

Moderator: Rusty Sprouse, P.E., CFM, M.ASCE, Jefferson Lab

Speaker: Hyun Jeong Koo, Ph.D., A.M.ASCE, Wayne State University

3:30 – 4:00 p.m. | Networking Break in Exhibit Hall

4:00 – 5:30 p.m. | Technical Session 3: All Industry Tracks/Plenary (1.5 PDH)

Advance Your Career in Construction – Connect – Learn – Get Inspired

Outstanding young engineers do not just come to the CI Young Professionals Forum to exchange business cards. They come to create opportunities for learning and development, as well as to support future construction industry leaders. This forum has the objectives of empowering young professionals to discover their “why” and providing them with the tools to make a lasting, positive impact in the industry. Traditionally, ASCE-CI’s younger members are between 22 and 35 years old, but all professionals who are “young at heart,” and from all construction industry backgrounds are welcome.

Speakers: Members of CI Young Professionals Council

Friday, March 3

7:15 – 9:15 a.m. | Plenary Breakfast

Plenary Project Presentation - A Look Behind the MoDOT Curtain (1.5 PDH)

This session will explore some of the history and inner workings of MoDOT and how the department has advanced throughout the years. A few local projects will be highlighted, with a description of their unique construction techniques. Some of the innovations that MoDOT is putting into practice in the St. Louis Region will be detailed. This candid conversation will also focus on MoDOT’s safety, service, and program delivery, as well as project management that brings the best possible value to Missouri taxpayers and use existing resources wisely.

Speakers: Tom Evers, P.E., Assistant District Engineer, MoDOT; Justin Wolf, P.E., Project Director for the I-270 corridor project, MoDOT.

9:15 – 9:30 a.m. | Break

9:30 – 10:30 a.m. | Technical Session 4: Industry Tracks 4A, 4B, 4C, and 4D (1 PDH)

Track 4A – Connections to the Field Transforms 4D Planning to Near Real Time Construction Progress Tracking

4D plans and a construction digital twin enables agile PM, based on timely data inputs across project stakeholders and datasets. Presenters will discuss how to integrate digital technologies to improve operations, add value, and how to use digital construction ecosystem for reducing delays when changes are required.

Moderator: Melissa Rohland, PMP, P.E., M.ASCE, Digital Construction Works

Speakers: Chuck Hixon, Business Development Manager, Digital Construction Works; Vincent Rohland, Lehigh University

Track 4B – Challenges with Movable Bridge Demolition

This presentation will focus on the challenges with demolition of movable bridges, from the perspective of a construction engineer, through the demolition case studies of two bridges: a bascule bridge and a vertical lift bridge. Attendees will understand general movable bridge demolition practices and see the need for guidance in contract plan sets, and benefits in constructability studies.

Moderator: Vincent Arthur Siefert, P.E., M.ASCE, Siefert Associates, LLC

Speakers: Nicholas Venuti, PE, Siefert Associates, LLC; Thomas Rabinko, P.E., Siefert Associates, LLC

Track 4C – Claims Management Case Studies

Using real-world case studies, members of CI’s Claims Avoidance and Resolution Committee will discuss common construction claims and their resolution. This presentation will review claims for differing site conditions, force majeure, and design errors. Attendees will gain knowledge on change management on construction projects, delay analysis using the critical path method, and the importance of notification in the claim process.

Moderator: Joseph Hellenbrand, PE PSP, M.ASCE, Capital Project Management Inc.

Speakers: Jennifer R. Budd, J.D., Cohen Seglias; Dave Ponte, P.E. CCM, CFCC, M.ASCE, Ankura; Gerry H. Williams, Jr., Ph.D., P.E., FASCE; Hossein Atei, Ph.D., MBA, P.E., P.Eng, FASCE University of Illinois, Chicago

Track 4D – LADR Workshop

This session will include multiple paper presentations from the Journal of Legal Affairs and Dispute Resolution. See the separate LADR Book of Abstracts for details.

Moderator: Sharareh Kermanshachi

LADR-918 A Path to Establishing Delay and Disruption Claims
for Contracts Entered Into Prior to the Start of the COVID-19
Pandemic

Speaker: Michele Hermann, Mississippi State University

LADR-930 Experts Involved in Claims and Disputes Resolution:
Mapping and Classification of Engagement Possibilities

Speaker: Mohamed-Asem Uthman Abdul-Malak, American
University of Beirut


LADR-910 Dispute Classification in Construction Projects Based on
Litigation Cases

Speaker: Khaled Al-Rasheed, Kuwait University

LADR-884 Uncertainty Analysis of Key Schedule Performance
Indicators in Design, Procurement, and Construction Phases of
Heavy Industrial Projects

Speaker: Apurva Pamidimukkala, University of Texas at Arlington

10:30 – 11:00 a.m. | Networking Break

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Technical Session 5: Industry Tracks 5A, 5B, 5C, and 5D (1 PDH)

Track 5A – Accelerated Bridge Construction Techniques for the Long Island Rail Road Expansion Project

An innovative construction technique was used on the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) Expansion Project will be presented. Details are given on how complete bridges were laterally pushed into place with hydraulic jacks in a quick and accurately in a weekend outage with minimal impacts to LIRR operations.

Speakers:  Pak So, P.E., M.ASCE, Stantec; Nick Almeter, Halmar International; Dave Beyers, Halmar International; Christian Wiederholz, Stantec 

Track 5B – Innovation in Rebar Cage Design and Analysis

This session will present the innovative confined cage as an alternative to the rebar cage and will discuss the results of independent research and “out of the box” ideas to build rebar cages. The confined cage incorporates a perforated steel plate that is rolled into a rebar cage. This concept mitigates several deficiencies of regular rebar cage and has several other advantages such as stability, additional confinement to the drilled shaft, and fewer moving parts; it also supports the safety of workers.

Moderator: Vincent Arthur Siefert, P.E., M.ASCE, Siefert Associates LLC

Speaker: Mantu C. Baishya

Track 5C – Death by a Thousand Cuts: Cumulative Impact Claims

Change orders on a project are commonplace and should be expected by all parties. This presentation will explain the effects of the number of change orders issued on the ”unchanged” work of a project. The Key Elements of a Cumulative Impact claim will be detailed, as well as how to identify and analyze the “Impacts”’ The cause-and-effect linkage will be explained.

Moderator: David M. Ponte, P.E., CCM, CFCC, M.ASCE, Ankura

Speakers: Colleen Lenz, PMP, Ankura

Track 5D – LADR Workshop

This session will include multiple paper presentations from the Journal of Legal Affairs and Dispute Resolution. See the separate LADR Book of Abstracts for details.

Moderator: Brian O’Rourke

LADR-916 Role Of BIM Contract Practices in Stakeholder BIM
Implementation on AEC Projects

Speaker: Amelia Celoza, University of Texas at Austin

LADR-919 Analysis of the Six Preliminary Injunctions Granted
in Legal Challenges to COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates for Federal
Contractors

Speaker: Michele Hermann, Mississippi State University

LADR-940 Identification of Key Safety Factors Influencing Safety
Management of Elevated Corridor of Metro Constructions

Speaker: Dilip A Patel, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of
Technology


LADR-883 Ranking and Weighting of Effective Project-Based
Communication Indicators (EPCIS) for Primary and Secondary
Stakeholders in Construction Projects

Speaker: Apurva Pamidimukkala

12:00 - 1:30 p.m. | Exhibit Hall Lunch

1:30 – 2:30 p.m. | Technical Session 6: Industry Tracks 6A, 6B, 6C, and 6D (1 PDH)

Track 6A – Visual Progress Monitoring for Owners: See More through Actionable Insight and Complete Work Faster  

Tracking the progress of a project against scheduling tasks in real-time is one of the biggest challenges for most owners and project managers. Most projects still rely on spreadsheets and phone calls in order to manage their construction schedule, but these tools do not provide the transparency that is desired to align owners with architects and constructors. This session will introduce the Reconstruct $1B+ BCCCH Project, in which Reconstruct compares real-time as-builts for design and scheduling, empowering project teams to collaborate and keep projects on schedule.

Moderator: Mani Golparvar, CTO, Reconstruct, Inc., and Professor at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Speakers: Zachary MacRunnels, Reconstruct, Inc.; Cindy Baldwin, VDCO Tech

Track 6B – HWY 417 Rapid Bridge Replacement

This session will review the evolving engineering methods, applications of new technologies, and innovative contract models used at the HWY 417 Rapid Bridge Replacements (RBR) Project in Ottawa, Canada. This project demonstrates Canada’s first rapid rigid frame replacement during a full weekend highway closure. Emerging technologies will be presented for heavy lifting and movement; these include SPMT systems with high-capacity jacking towers, as well as innovative design and construction methods for the realization of RBRs during this brief time frame.

Moderator: Owen Berg, P.E., S.E., P. Eng., Kiewit

Speakers: Michael Rakowski P.E., P. Eng, Kiewit; Stephan Ptatschek P. Eng., Kiewit

Track 6C – Project Delivery Methods/ Owner Panel

Project delivery methods used by agencies to deliver capital projects will be evaluated. The panel will share best practices and challenges associated with New York State DOT, Denver International Airport, Tampa International Airport, IDOT and MoDOT.

Moderator: Zach Pucel, P.E., M.ASCE, TranSystems Corp.

Speakers: Tom Evers, PE, MoDOT; Joel Cumby, P.E., IDOT District 8 – Collinsville; Michael Kamprath, A.M.ASCE, Tampa International Airport; Craig Ruyle, P.E., M.ASCE., NYSDOT; James (Jim) Starling, P.E., M.ASCE, Past CI President, Denver International Airport

Track 6D – LADR Workshop

This session will include multiple paper presentations from the Journal of Legal Affairs and Dispute Resolution. See the separate LADR Book of Abstracts for details.

Moderator: Ulrike Quapp

LADR-948 System Dynamics as an Assistive Tool to Delay Analysis
in Identifying Productivity Losses

Speaker: Shrouk Garib, The American University in Cairo

LADR-870 Identification of Resilience Dimensions in Critical
Transportation Infrastructure Networks

Speaker: Apurva Pamidimukkala, University of Texas at Arlington

LADR-931 Development of a Framework for Risk Assessment in
Building Demolition Works

Speaker: Dilip A Patel, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of
Technology


LADR-921 Investigating the Critical Success Factors of Claims
Management in the Construction Contracts

Speaker: Chengyi Zhang, University of Wyoming

2:30 – 2:45 p.m. | Break

2:45 – 3:45 p.m. | Technical Session 7: Industry Tracks 7A, 7B, 7C, and 7D (1 PDH)

Track 7A –  Engineering Ethics: Holding Each Other Accountable

How good are engineers at holding each other accountable? Moral theories that underpin professional ethics in engineering will be presented. ASCE's Code of Ethics will be evaluated as a guide for ethical action and policing strategies will be analyzed.

Speaker: Carlos Bertha, Ph.D., COL (Ret., USAR), A.M.ASCE, US Air Force Academy

Track 7B – Marine Cofferdams: Considerations in Construction and Design

The design of marine cofferdams requires close collaboration between contractor and designer. Issues such as rock, seals, installation /removal sequencing, and vertical loads have critical design impact. This presentation will cover different methods of achieving sheet pile toe resistance in rock.  The effect of  construction sequence on wale design will also be explored.

Moderator: Reuben Zylstra, P.E., M.ASCE, Foothills Bridge Co.

Speaker: Michael Garlich, S.E.,P.E., F.ASCE, Collins Engineers, Inc.

Track 7C – Impacts of Global Pandemics on Heavy Construction Projects; Lessons Learned and Case studies of COVID-19

This session will include a retrospective analysis of the COVID pandemic and its impacts on future construction claims and contracts administration. Lessons learned will be discussed. The impact of COVID cases on heavy-civil projects claim management, the supply chain, labor availability, and other implications will also be explored.

Moderator: Hossein Atei, Ph.D., MBA, P.E., P.Eng, FASCE University of Illinois, Chicago

Speaker: Joseph R. Hellenbrand, P.E., PSP, M.ASCE, Capital Project Management, Inc.; Thomas Mitchell, P.E., M.ASCE; MBP; Mohammed Mehany, PhD., M.ASCE, Colorado State University; Dave Ponte, P.E. CCM, CFCC, M.ASCE, Ankura

Track 7D – LADR Workshop

This session will include multiple paper presentations from the Journal of Legal Affairs and Dispute Resolution. See the separate LADR Book of Abstracts for details.

Moderator: Wendy Wendrowski

LADR-927 Contract Documents Defects: Do Contract Drafters Know
What They Want and Say it Clearly?

Speaker: Mohamed-Asem Uthman Abdul-Malak, American
University of Beirut


LADR-925 Protest Denied: A Qualitative Meta-Analysis of Failed
Challenges to Government Contracting

Speaker: Young Joo Kim, University of Maryland

LADR-989 Publicly Appointed and Sworn Experts in Civil and
Structural Engineering – Outdated Role or Key Pillar of the Legal
System

Speaker: Ulrike Quapp, HTWK Leipzig, University of Applied
Science

3:45 – 4:15 p.m. | Networking Break

4:15 – 5:15 p.m. | Technical Session 8A: Post-COVID-19 Construction Industry – Ways to Rethink Workforce Strategies (1 PDH)

This plenary session, organized by ASCE’s Construction Institute Board members, focuses on the post-COVID-19 work environment and return-to-the-office work models,. Different approaches to  return-to-work practices in the construction industry are explored, with specific emphasis on management of current and new employees in both office and field settings.

Moderator: Ryan Sauer, A.M.ASCE, 2023 CI President, PC Construction,

Speakers:  Jim Starling, P.E., M.ASCE, Denver International Airport; Jordan Henshaw, P.E., A.M.ASCE,  CIANBRO; LeAnne Napolillo, P.E., F.ASCE, HNTB; Yvonne Owusu-Safo, P.E., M.ASCE, TransLand Engineering Group, Inc.; Travis Mohr, A.M.ASCE, Kiewit Infrastructure Co.

Track 8D – LADR Workshop

This session will include multiple paper presentations from the Journal of Legal Affairs and Dispute Resolution. See the separate LADR Book of Abstracts for details.

Moderator: Lance Vandemark

LADR-953 Development of Effectiveness Index for Electronic
Ticketing in Highway Construction

Speaker: Apurva Pamidimukkala, University of Texas at Arlington

LADR-963 Exploring Economic Impacts of Sustainable Construction
Projects on Stakeholders: The Role of Integrated Project Delivery

Speaker: Cheng Siew Goh, Heriot-Watt University

LADR-928 Revoking the Exercised Termination of the Construction
Contract: Implications and Lessons Learned

Speaker: Mohamed-Asem Uthman Abdul-Malak, American
University of Beirut


LADR-960 Critical Factors Affecting the Bid Cost of Building
Construction Projects

Speaker: Kishor Shreshta, Washington State University

Saturday, March 4

7:30 – 8:00 a.m. | Continental Breakfast

8:00 – 9:00 a.m. | Technical Session 9: Industry Tracks 9A, 9B, 9C, and 9D (1 PDH)

Track 9A – Building the Eads Bridge

The Eads Bridge in St. Louis is an essential chapter in bridge design and construction history, and 2023 will mark the 149th anniversary of the opening of the Eads Bridge. This presentation will bring the story of the Eads Bridge to life, providing a unique learning opportunity. Session attendees will learn about the contributions of James Eads to the construction profession, the challenges of building the Eads Bridge, and the means and methods used. Also, events planned for the 150th anniversary of the Eads Bridge will be outlined.

Speaker: Paul Giroux, Dist.M.ASCE, NAC, Kiewit

Track 9B – Facilitating Accelerated Project Delivery

Unprecedented investment has occurred in America’s infrastructure both to stimulate the economy that has been impacted by the recent pandemic and to improve long-term safety and quality of life. The administration has put out a comprehensive plan titled The Biden-Harris Action Plan for Accelerating Infrastructure. This session will provide specific insights into opportunities that one could leverage to accelerate program/ project delivery.  Some fundamental principles will also be identified that should be considered and embraced by thought leaders, planners, designers, and builders to help their clients deliver on their promise.

Speakers: Craig Ruyle, P.E., M.ASCE., NYSDOT;  K. N. Gunalan, Ph.D., P.E., D. GE., F.ASCE, Pres. 20 ASCE, NAC, AECOM

Track 9C – Materials Innovation for Sustainable and Resilient Asphalt Pavements

This session will feature the most recent studies on using new additives and recycling materials for sustainable, environmentally friendly, and climate adaptive asphalt pavement. Attendees will learn about the application of new additives and recycling materials and associated performance benefits and challenges.

Moderator: Zhanping You, Ph.D., P.E., F.EMI, F.ASCE, Michigan Tech

Speakers: Baoshan Huang, Ph.D., P.E., M.ASCE, University of Tennessee; Jenny Liu, Ph.D., P.E., M.ASCE, Missouri S&T; Gary Fitts, P.E., M.ASCE., Kraton Polymers U.S. LLC; Louay Mohammad, Ph.D., P.E., F.ASCE, Louisiana State University; Wayne Lee, P.E., F.ASCE, University of Rhode Island

Track 9D – Designing with the Shop & Field in Mind - General Safety and Design Considerations

Jobsites can present many risks to workers and to the general public. The vital role of engineers  in creating a safer environment throughout the design, fabrication, and construction processes will be discussed in the context of costly recent disasters.  Available hazards and controls that offer solutions that can be implemented at early stages will be evaluated.  A general discussion on the definition of safety as it relates to engineering will be encouraged.

Speaker: Chad Morrison, P.E., F.ASCE, Berlin Steel

9:00 –  9:30 a.m. | Networking Break

9:30 – 10:30 a.m. | Technical Session 10: Industry Tracks 10A, 10B, 10C, and 10D (1 PDH)

Track 10A – Women in Construction: A Business Model for Success, Sponsored by WTS St. Louis

This panel discussion will highlight the many contributions of women in the construction industry, drawing from the panelists’ experience and their unique perspectives.  Specific focus will be on current workforce opportunities and challenges, tips for networking, and how to navigate professional advancement in an ever-changing world.

Moderator: Crystal Allen Dallas, Excel Business Concepts; Jennifer Pangborn, WSP

Speaker: Paula Hart, Hart Engineering; Jordan Henshaw, M.ASCE, P.E., Cianbro Corporation; Vivian Martain, Millstone Weber; Stacey Smith, P.E., Associate DBIA, MoDOT

Track 10B – Advancements in Digital Technologies for Digital Project Delivery – Part I

The importance of digital data and technologies in various phases of the project life cycle is increasingly being realized by construction project stakeholders. As a result, technology solution providers often develop their own proprietary tools, and any data collected using their tools cannot be read by tools developed by other technology solution providers. To solve this interoperability issue, project stakeholders have begun to standardize and adopt common technologies such as Industry Foundation Classes (IFC). This session will present examples of such initiatives, including agnostic 3D model viewers for the bidding platform.

Moderator: K. Joseph Shrestha, Ph.D., C.Eng, M.ASCE, East Tennessee State University

Speakers: Terry Bills, Esri; Adrien Patane, Trimble; Alexa Mitchell, HDR; Phil Bell, Progression Dynamics

Track 10C – Current Practices in Asphalt Pavement Preservation and Construction

This session will gather experts from academia, industry, and highway agencies, to present their perspectives on current practices associated with all aspects of asphalt pavement design, construction, preservation, repair, performance assessment, and QC/QA. Panel discussion will be held at the end to highlight new prospects, opportunities, and challenges in the field.

Moderator: Shihui Shen, Ph.D., P.E., F.ASCE, Pennsylvania State University

Speakers: Dingxin Cheng, California Pavement Preservation Center;  Cheng Ling, PIKE Industries; Hao Wang, Ph.D., M.ASCE, Rutgers University; Jason Blomberg, P.E., MoDOT – Construction and Materials;  Heidi Schaefer, Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities

Track 10D – Ethical Issues in Prevention through Design

The importance of safety on construction sites has been highlighted recently by ASCE’s Industry Leaders Council. This presentation will apply the current ASCE Code of Ethics to an emerging safety management technique called Prevention through Design (PtD) , also known as Design for Construction Safety and Safety by Design.  The concept of PtD is to have designers (engineers and architects) explicitly consider the safety of construction and maintenance workers during the design phase of a capital project.  The session will demonstrate that the PtD concept is aligned fully with the ASCE Code of Ethics, the ASCE Construction Site Safety Policy (PS 350), and the concept of the Triple Bottom Line.  Specific examples of how PtD can be implemented and an overview of the PtD process will be provided.

Speaker: Mike Toole, Ph.D., P.E., F.ASCE, the University of Toledo

10:30 – 11:00 a.m. | Networking Break

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Technical Session 11: Industry Tracks 11A, 11B, 11C, and 11D (1 PDH)

Tracks 11A – Mental Health and The State of The Construction Industry

This interactive discussion will challenge attendees to reflect on the current status of the construction industry as it relates to Mental Health, Suicide Awareness/Prevention and Substance Misuse, and how the historic culture of the industry affects the current challenges facing us. It will also explain what the industry is doing to enact positive change and what resources are available to support the industry.

Speakers: Brandon Anderson, AGC of Missouri; Ricky Reams, Murphy Company

Tracks 11B – Advancements in Digital Technologies for Digital Project Delivery – Part II

The importance of digital data and technologies in various phases of the project life cycle are increasingly being realized by construction project stakeholders. As a result, technology solution providers often develop their own proprietary tools, and any data collected using their tools cannot be read by tools developed by other technology solution providers. To solve this interoperability issue, project stakeholders have begun to standardize and adopt common technologies such as Industry Foundation Classes (IFC). This session will offer a presentation followed by the panel discussion by the industry experts.

Moderator: K. Joseph Shrestha, Ph.D., C.Eng, M.ASCE, East Tennessee State University

Speakers: Ron Gant, Infotech; Chad Schafer, Infotech

Industry panel: Terry Bills, Esri; Adrien Patane, Trimble; Alexa Mitchell, HDR; Phil Bell, Progression Dynamics

Track 11C – Managing Risk Associated with Utility Infrastructure and Development of New ASCE Utility Infrastructure Standards

Utility owners are rarely contractual parties to the infrastructure project development process, yet their existing pipes and cables, and support structures have significant effects on project risk, schedules, and budgets. Utility owner records for design plan base conditions have not addressed this problem; these records are often inadequate or incompatible for designer needs, especially within congested urban corridors.  ASCE has developed two standards, ASCE/UESI/CI 38-22 (ASCE 38) and ASCE/UESI/CI 75-22 (ASCE 75), to assist engineers in managing risk associated with utility infrastructure. This session will present these two newly published utility standards, associated recent technologies, and new legislative efforts to routinely employ these best practices.

Speakers: Donald W. Haines, A.M.ASCE, Utility Mapping Services, Inc.; James H. Anspach, P.G. (r), Dist.M.ASCE, NAC, Iowa State University

Track 11D – Implementing New Build America, Buy America (BABA) Requirements

This panel will present updates on the new Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements that went into effect in May 2022 for all federal funding on infrastructure. These new requirements strengthen investment in manufacturing and jobs in the US by reinforcing domestic preference for products used on all infrastructure products that receive federal funding. A panel of multiple federal agencies (including EPA and DOT) will provide an overview of updates on BABA implementation for their financing programs. 

Speaker: Leslie Corcelli, Office of Wastewater Management, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency; Darren Timothy,  Office of the Assistant Secretary for Transportation Policy, Department of Transportation (DOT)

12:00 – 1:30 p.m. | Closing Plenary Luncheon

Merchants Bridge Truss Planning & Construction (1.5 PDH)

The rehabilitation of the historic Merchants Bridge in St. Louis focuses on replacing the three river truss spans, strengthening the existing river substructures and improving the adjacent approaches. This session details Walsh Construction’s and Mammoet‘s replacement of the steel truss spans at the Terminal Railroad Association of St. Louis’ Merchants Bridge as part of its rehabilitation. Increasing the capacity and dependability of the bridge will assist in meeting the projected freight and passenger rail demand. This session will also explore how, with the improvements implemented,  upgraded and more efficient track service for this twin-track bridge will reduce maintenance and extend the lifespan of this vital river crossing, enabling it to continue to be an important national link between Illinois and Missouri into the next century.

Moderator: Daniel Sieve, Senior Project Manager, Walsh Construction Company II, LLC

Speakers: Eric Fields PE, esq., Chief Engineer, Terminal Railroad Association (TRRA) of St. Louis; Nick J. Staroski, PE, SE, Assistant Vice President, TranSystems

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