Employee Spotlight – Tyler Haasnoot
I’ve been with PE Services for 10 and a half years and I do just about anything. I love seeing projects get completed. I also love being outside.
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Employee Spotlight – Matt Jacobson
I’ve been with PE Services for 10 and a half years and I do just about anything. I love seeing projects get completed. I also love being outside.
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Building Together: How Teamwork Shapes Every Stage of Construction
In construction, the final product—a smoother roadway, a safer bridge, a more connected transit corridor—often gets the spotlight. But what most people don’t see is the collaboration that happens behind…
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Designing for Everyone: Why ADA Compliance Matters in Civil Infrastructure
Accessibility is more than a box to check—it’s a guiding principle in building inclusive, connected communities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Minnesota Accessibility Code are the foundation…
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Employee Spotlight – Joleen Ketterling
I’ve been with PE Services for 10 and a half years and I do just about anything. I love seeing projects get completed. I also love being outside.
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Women in Infrastructure: Driving Change in a Transformative Industry
by Jennifer Hildebrand, CEO, PE Services, Ltd. The civil engineering and contract administration sectors within private consulting firms have historically been male-dominated. But the landscape is shifting as more women…
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Employee Spotlight – Cameron McCall
I’ve been with PE Services for 10 and a half years and I do just about anything. I love seeing projects get completed. I also love being outside.
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Risk, Reward, and Reality: The Role of Project Controls in Managing Uncertainties
In today’s dynamic infrastructure landscape, the balancing act between risk and reward is especially critical in transportation project development and construction. Each transportation project is unique in scope and impact.…
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Employee Spotlight – Mario Najera
I’ve been with PE Services for 10 and a half years and I do just about anything. I love seeing projects get completed. I also love being outside.
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Employee Spotlight – Dale Schlotfeldt
I’ve been with PE Services for 10 and a half years and I do just about anything. I love seeing projects get completed. I also love being outside.
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Mentorship in Action: Building Skills and Careers on the Job Site
In construction and engineering, passing knowledge from one generation to the next isn’t just valuable—it’s vital. Mentorship is the bridge that connects the experience of seasoned professionals with the fresh…
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Employee Spotlight – Darlene Gorrill
“I started working part time for PE Services two years ago. As communications manager, I help clients with strategic communication planning – identifying the who (audiences), the what (key messages and content), the when (timing), and the how (communications vehicles) – as well as writing and editing for reports, manuals, meeting summaries, planning documents, and other publications, for the web, and for social media.”
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Job Site Safety
Ensuring Safety in Civil Engineering Projects Safety is a paramount point of emphasis for all engineering projects due to the inherent risks associated with the construction activities. From planning to…
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Employee Spotlight – Kevin Amundson
“Take your time, don’t be in a hurry to complete tasks. It’s always better to complete a task correctly the first time than to have to redo it or have someone else fix it. And ask questions. The only stupid question is the one you don’t ask.”
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Why Teamwork is Important on Construction Projects (and in Life!)
Teamwork is crucial in both construction projects and life for several reasons. In construction, where complex tasks and tight deadlines are the norm, effective teamwork ensures that projects are completed efficiently and to a…
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The Foundation of Reliable Construction: Clean and Calibrated Testing Equipment
In the realm of civil construction, precision is paramount. Whether you’re assessing concrete strength or ensuring level foundations, the tools you rely on can make or break your project’s success.…
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Employee Spotlight – Jay Dennis
“I’ve been at PE Services for 13 years. Currently, I’m a senior engineer providing CAD and engineering support during construction for METRO Green Line Extension (also known as the Southwest light rail project, or SWLRT.)”
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Employee Spotlight – Eric Johnson
“My favorite project was the Washington Avenue Bridge. I was on the Structures Team that worked on the design of that bridge, and then I was assigned to be the METC inspector as they put it together. It was interesting to see the drawings come to life.”
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Ensuring Durability and Longevity in Concrete Paving
Here are some things we do at PE Services to ensure the durability and longevity of concrete paving projects: Prioritize Proper Preparation: Before any concrete is placed, meticulous preparation is…
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Employee Spotlight – Andy McDermott
“I have been doing marketing work for architecture firms for over 20 years. I am loving the shift to the engineering and construction world. Every day is a learning experience and I really like the people I am working with.”
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