Category: Utility Engineering

Subsurface Utility Engineering: A Wise Investment

By Kasey Hayes In today’s world, building and rebuilding are facts of life – from wider roads to larger housing complexes, bigger buildings, and revitalized downtowns. While these changes to roads and buildings are highly visible, within every project is an often-underemphasized component – the utility infrastructure. About the Expert: Kasey Hayes is a subsurface… Read More »

Colorful Flags and Underground Utility Markings Keep Everyone Safe

By Nicholas Schramer When people see a crop of colorful flags and paint marks on their property, the reaction usually ranges from annoyance to alarm. What’s going on? Those flags and paint marks are more important than they may first appear. Please resist the temptation to remove them! About the Expert: Nicholas Schramer has more… Read More »

Florida Committee Heads off Construction Conflicts among Utilities, FDOT, Contractors

Sometimes the two greatest tools at an engineer’s disposal are a phone and the right number to call. One day not too long ago, one of our clients, a major telecom firm, found itself facing a potential delay claim due to not having its facilities relocated along a section of a roadway that was being… Read More »