The Civil Engineering Academy Podcast

Today we go international and look at the top 10 civil engineering firms in the world.  This is pretty much based on revenue and employee size.  Some of these companies are HUGE!  If you've ever wanted to work for one of them then maybe this episode is for you!? Almost every engineer has already thought about the possibility of working for one of the largest and most renowned engineering companies in the world. Those that employ professionals all over the globe and have incredible, and most of the time unbelievably, massive revenues, which allow them to keep growing. In today's episode of the Civil Engineering Academy Podcast, Isaac walks us through the top 10 engineering companies in the world, going from the USA all the way to Germany, in addition to mentioning some of the honorable mentions of engineering firms in the US. If you are a civil engineer already working in the field or someone just fresh out of college, this episode will give you some insights regarding the many possibilities within the field by showing you how the field of engineering can be not only profitable but also rewarding from a professional standpoint, when you get the chance to work for these massive companies contributing to the many of the remarkable projects these companies are part of. Resources Mentioned Civil Engineering Academy - If you need exams, solved problems or courses, make sure to check out our home base; CEA Community – haven’t joined up on our free community? What’s wrong with you? J/K. Ok, just go there and join a group of like-minded civil engineers! International Companies - Laing O'Rourke / Royal BAM Group/ Bouygues S. A. / Balfour Beatty / Hochtief Company/ Turner Construction / Grupo ACS / US Companies - Kiewit Corporation/ Turner Construction / American Bridge / Bechtel/ AECOM / Stantec/ Parsons Brinckerhoff Reach out to Isaac: issac@civilengineeringacademy.com

Today Mark Oakeson jumps back on to the podcast with me as we discuss all the test-taking strategies for the PE exam.  We discuss pass rates, how to determine what depth exam to take, how to organize your references, how to guess property, how to take the exam and more!  If you are taking the PE exam this fall or next spring then this is worth your time. If you’re currently studying for the PE, or you know you’ll have to prepare for it some point in the future, this episode you’ll guide you through the steps you should take while preparing for the exam, such as material organization and schedule, as well as how to approach questions, even those you do not know how to solve. Join Isaac and Mark, as they tell you the best tips you can get and share their own experience with the PE. For further information, comments or questions, email Isaac at isaac@civilengineeringacademy.comor Mark at mark@civilengineeringacademy.com. Resources Mentioned The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course - Check out Civil Engineering Academy PE Review course if you need a refresher on PE-related content. The Ultimate Equation Reference Guide - If you do not want to go through your copy of the CERM every time you need a single formula in order to solve whatever problem you may be working on, check out CEA’s guide and use the code DISCOUNT5ME to get $5 off Civil Engineering Academy - If you need exams, solved problems or courses, make sure to check out our home base; CEA Community – haven’t joined up on our free community? What’s wrong with you? J/K. Ok, just go there and join a group of like-minded civil engineers! PPI– PPI is our partner to help you ace your FE and PE exams. Use our discount code of CIVAC and our link to get 15% off any book you order! School of PE - Check this out in order to find even more material for the PE Exam.

Today’s episode touches on the relationship between the ever-increasing and fast-paced development of technology and how it may impact the civil engineering world. Isaac sits down to chat with Scott Denney, a professional engineer with a great deal of experience in the construction industry, but who now works as an executive project developer at Pikus Concrete & Construction, a company performing activities in the 3D printing industry. In addition to many other career-related tips and predictions on the field’s future, given the development of technology, Scott also mentions how he prepared for the PE exam. He took a PE Review course to sort of refresh his mind and get in touch with the topics that he hasn’t had contact with during the years he was working on job sites. Listen to this episode in order to get many more insights and tips from a conversation between two civil engineers with a great deal of experience and learning to pass on to the next generation. Reach out to Scott at smdenney@gmail.com, and get in touch with Isaac at isaac@civilengineeringacademy.com. Resources Mentioned 5 Best Resources for the Civil FE Exam – If you’re ready to start studying for the civil FE exam then grab this FREE copy. We scoured the internet so you wouldn’t have to. Simply sign up and you’ll receive it right in your inbox! PPI – PPI is our partner to help you ace your FE and PE exams. Use our discount code of CIVAC and our link to get 15% off any book you order! CEA Community – haven’t joined up on our free community? What’s wrong with you?  J/K.  Ok, just go there and join a group of like-minded civil engineers! Civil Engineering Academy – If you need exams, solved problems or courses, make sure to check out our home base; The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course – Check out Civil Engineering Academy PE Review course if you need a refresher on PE-related content. Pikus Concrete & Construction – Visit Scott’s Company Website and check out the innovative work that may revolutionize the field as a whole. Scott Denney’s Linkedin – Get in touch with Scott. Pencils of Promise – A non-profit organization that builds schools and increases educational opportunities in the developing world!

This week’s guest on the Civil Engineering Academy Podcast is Kurt Brown, a licensed professional engineer (PE), with a lot of experience and knowledge to pass on to the next generation of civil engineers, specifically for those considering the possibility of going into the Geotechnical discipline of Civil Engineering. Kurt defines the years he had to go through without being able to take the PE exam, and preparing for it, as the most challenging ones. He took the Civil Engineering Academy’s Ultimate Civil PE Review Course in order to refresh his mind after being out of school for almost ten years. This is a great episode to listen to some pieces of advice, tips, and insights from a professional engineer who has worked in a variety of areas, including insurance (Yeah! You read it right.).  Kurt has performed many different tasks and has also been through some hardships and tough times, especially during the financial crisis when he faced a layoff.  So come play in the dirt with Kurt! Resources Mentioned ● PPI – PPI is our partner to help you ace your FE and PE exams. Use our discount code of CIVAC and our link to get 15% off any book you order. ● CEA Community – haven’t joined up on our free community? What’s wrong with you? J/K. Ok, just go there and join a group of like-minded civil engineers! ● Civil Engineering Academy - If you need exams, solved problems or courses make sure to check out our home base; ● Ultimate Civil PE Review Course - Check out Civil Engineering Academy PE Review course if you need a refresher on PE-related content. ● Scribd - Discover the best Audiobooks, eBooks, Documents, etc; ● Never Split The Difference, by Chris Voss - The book on negotiation, written by a hostage negotiator, mentioned by Isaac; ● The 48 Laws of Power, by Robert Greene - The book power, mentioned by Kurt; ● Kurt Brown Linkedin - Get in touch with Kurt.

Today I sit down with my brother and we discuss some of the most common software used for each engineering major engineering discipline.  There's so much out there, and we might not do it justice, but it's a good discussion and it might get you thinking of learning a new tool or software before you apply for a new job or head to an industry you are interested in.  Come check it out. Resources Mentioned 99 Designs - if you've ever been in the hunt for business cards, a website, graphics for a business, or anything else then this is the place to go.  Check them out at https://www.civilengineeringacademy.com/99designs PPI - if you need additional FE and PE resources then check out our partner at https://www.civilengineeringacademy.com/ppi and use our discount code of CIVAC to receive 15% off any book you order there.  It also works on their learning hub as well. The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course - if you need a complete review course then use the one we made for you from the ground up!  The PE is back on so get prepared at https://www.civilpereviewcourse.com! Geotechpedia - great resources for reviewing software and geo tools!  Check them out at https://www.geotechpedia.org

Britney is a good friend of mine.  Today I bring her on the show to discuss what she does an engineer, how she got here, and what she's passionate about.  She shares some great resources and talks about being a female in a very male dominate industry (we need more female civil engineers!).  It's a fun episode so check it out! Resources Mentioned 99 Designs - if you're in the hunt for a new log for your business, new business cards, or anything graphically-related then you'll want to check them out!  Use our link and get a graphic upgrade.  https://www.civilengineeringacademy.com/99designs PPI - PPI is our partner to help you ace your FE and PE exams.  Use our discount code of CIVAC and our link at https://www.civilengineeringacademy.com/ppi to get 15% off any book you order.   CEA Community - haven't joined up on our free community?  What's wrong you?  J/K.  Ok, just go to https://www.ceacommunity.com and join a group of like-minded civil engineers! Civil Engineering Academy - if you need exams, solved problems or courses make sure to check out our home base.  https://www.civilengineeringacademy.com LDS Jobs - if you're in the hunt for a job Britney mention using ldsjobs.org!  Check them out. Recommended Book: Britney mentioned this book as a good resource, Traffic: Why We Drive the Way We Do (and What it Says About Us) by Tom Vanderbilt.  You can check that out here. Facebook Group  - Britney also mentioned using the Facebook group A Mighty Girl to learn about the amazing features of women!

Do you want to learn more about college life?  What mindset do you need to enter the world of civil engineering?  Learn from Cody Sims, who is currently going to school at the University of Arkansas, majoring in civil engineering.  He shares all kinds of great tips about the mindset you need, volunteer experience, habits, and resources that will help you push your way through school and life.  It was a fun interview to do and something that any engineer will enjoy! Make sure to give Cody thanks on his YouTube channel linked below! Resources Mentioned 99 Designs - if you're in the hunt for a new log for your business, new business cards, or anything graphically-related, then you'll want to check them out!  Use our link and get a graphic upgrade.  https://www.civilengineeringacademy.com/99designs CEA Community - haven't joined up on our free community?  What's wrong you?  J/K.  Ok, head to https://www.ceacommunity.com and join a group of like-minded civil engineers! Civil Engineering Academy - if you need exams, solved problems, or courses, make sure to check out our home base.  https://www.civilengineeringacademy.com Cody and Mel - check out Cody and Mels YouTube channel and learn what they wish they knew before college.  You'll even learn how to make a pizza (or not make one). Productivity Project by Chris Bailey- This was the book mentioned by Cody on goal setting and being productive, and it looks like a great read!  Check it out here or here https://amzn.to/2TWR6pY

Looking to get a better job or just need to polish up the old resume?  We'll, you need to polish up your LinkedIn profile too.  LinkedIn is HUGE (675,000,000 users!) and only getting bigger.  Employers want to put names to faces and see who you are.  Take the time to make your profile stand out with the tips I share today! Resources Mentioned LinkedIn - if you don't have a profile yet on here then create one.  If you have one then update it!  https://www.linkedin.com   PPI - PPI is our partner to help you ace your FE and PE exams.  Use our discount code of CIVAC and our link at https://www.civilengineeringacademy.com/ppi to get 15% off any book you order.  They also have a deal on courses that end at the end of May 2020. CEA Community - haven't joined up on our free community?  What's wrong you?  J/K.  Ok, just go to https://www.ceacommunity.com and join a group of like-minded civil engineers! The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course- if you need a great review course for the civil PE exam then look no further.  We have you covered. https://www.civilpereviewcourse.com   The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course - if you are preparing for the civil FE exam then we have the course to help you get it done.  Check it out at https://www.civilfereviewcourse.com

Have you ever been interested in how many FE and PE test-takers there were last year?  What about their pass rates?  How about how many engineers are in the USA?  The NCEES even lets us know how many international test-takers there were - all in the 2019 NCEES Squared Report.  We dive into it today and talk about some of the numbers.  Maybe there's something we can learn if you are preparing for your exams. Resources Mentioned 99 Designs - if you're in the hunt for a new log for your business, new business cards, or anything graphically-related then you'll want to check them out!  Use our link and get a graphic upgrade.  https://www.civilengineeringacademy.com/99designs PPI - PPI is our partner to help you ace your FE and PE exams.  Use our discount code of CIVAC and our link at https://www.civilengineeringacademy.com/ppi to get 15% off any book you order.  They also have a deal on courses that end at the end of May 2020. CEA Community - haven't joined up on our free community?  What's wrong you?  J/K.  Ok, just go to https://www.ceacommunity.com and join a group of like-minded civil engineers! The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course- if you need a great review course for the civil PE exam then look no further.  We have you covered. https://www.civilpereviewcourse.com The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course - if you are preparing for the civil FE exam then we have the course to help you get it done.  Check it out at https://www.civilfereviewcourse.com

Stuck with university teachers that suck?  Ready to learn more engineering topics or brush up on ones you forgot?  This episode is for you.  Today we interview Braden with Engineer4Free.  He runs a very successful YouTube channel that has been viewed over 15,000,000 times!  He helps those in school and those out with all kinds of engineering university topics.  Today we discuss his channel, why he does it, and what advice he has for you.  It's a great episode and one you'll not want to miss. Resources Mentioned 99 Designs - if you're in the hunt for a new log for your business, new business cards, or anything graphically-related then you'll want to check them out!  Use our link and get a graphic upgrade.  https://www.civilengineeringacademy.com/99designs PPI - PPI is our partner to help you ace your FE and PE exams.  Use our discount code of CIVAC and our link at https://www.civilengineeringacademy.com/ppi to get 15% off any book you order.  They also have a deal on courses that end at the end of May 2020. CEA Community - haven't joined up on our free community?  What's wrong you?  J/K.  Ok, just go to https://www.ceacommunity.com and join a group of like-minded civil engineers!  Civil Engineering Academy - if you need exams, solved problems or courses make sure to check out our home base.  https://www.civilengineeringacademy.com Engineer4Free - check out Engineer4Free.com to find great university engineering topics.  It's a fabulous resource.