Engineering Works

Chris Burke

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:25:13 GMT

On this episode of Engineering Works, we welcome back Chris Burke, President of Christopher B. Burke Engineering.

Chris joins us to discuss the 2026 recipient of the prestigious Washington Award and what the honor means for the engineering profession. We also talk about the launch of the Western Society of Engineers’ new podcast, Engineering Legends, which he hosts — highlighting the stories and impact of extraordinary engineers.

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Bria Scudder

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:49:08 GMT

ACEC-IL’s podcast Engineering Works interviews Bria Scudder, Deputy Governor of Illinois. Bria discusses her role as a senior advisor and now Deputy Governor in shaping two of the most impactful infrastructure measures in Illinois history, ReBuild Illinois and the transit fix, and shares insights on building consensus among passionate stakeholders and advancing critical infrastructure priorities across the state.

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Trisha Thompson and Carrie Nelsen

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 01:54:20 GMT

ACEC-IL’s podcast Engineering Works interviews Trisha Thompson and Carrie Nelsen from the Illinois Department of Transportation. Trisha and Carrie explore opportunities for innovation and collaboration with the engineering community, share perspectives on addressing workforce capacity challenges, and offer insights into improving the project delivery process. They also discuss the projects in their regions that excite them most, as well as those that keep them up at night.

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Cassaundra Rouse

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:18:23 GMT

ACEC-IL’s podcast Engineering Works sits down with Cassaundra Rouse, Executive Director of the Illinois Tollway, for a powerful conversation recorded live at the ACEC 2025 Fall Conference.

In this episode, we dive into the Tollway’s major investments to modernize infrastructure across the region and how these projects are shaping the future of transportation.

Director Rouse also shares how she leads through constant change, why she believes every leader must learn to get comfortable being uncomfortable, and the mindset that drives her work in one of the most dynamic infrastructure environments in the country.

This interview is part of our special ACEC Fall Conference series—capturing insights from top public and private sector leaders tackling the biggest issues facing our industry today.

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Molly Tuttle

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 22:34:22 GMT

ACEC-IL’s podcast Engineering Works, interviews Molly Tuttle, National Director of Workforce Development for ACEC. We’ll talk with Molly about her work with all 50 states to address workforce challenges in the engineering industry, the recruitment issues firms are facing amid a nationwide talent shortage, and how she’s helping reshape the future of engineering to meet shifting workforce expectations.

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Craig Turner

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:55:14 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Acting Commissioner Craig Turner. We hear about his career from aspiring engineer to leading one of the nation’s largest transportation departments. He discusses inspiring the next generation through workforce development, CDOT’s major infrastructure projects, and how collaboration and innovation are shaping a safer, more connected Chicago.

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Tanya Adams

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 21:59:01 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Tanya Adams, senior vice president and director of strategic partnership for WSP and also the Treasurer of ACEC Illinois. We’ll talk with Tanya about her personal journey, the industry’s growing recognition that diverse perspectives are not only good for business but essential for smart infrastructure planning, and how she’s helping nurture an entirely new generation of talent.

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Paul Gregoire

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 22:50:34 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Paul Gregoire, Chief Operating Officer of Globetrotters Engineering and former Chief of Construction for IDOT District 1. Named ACEC Illinois’ 2025 “Mentor of the Year,” Paul reflects on a career that bridges both the public and private sectors. We dive into his passion for mentorship, the lessons he’s passed on to the next generation, and the lasting impact his leadership has made across the industry.

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Tice Cole and Joey Heger

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 02:36:34 GMT

This week on Engineering Works, host Hayley Burns sits down with Tice Cole and Joey Heger, project managers at Crawford, Murphy & Tilly. They share a behind-the-scenes look at one of the largest infrastructure efforts in Kane County’s history—the Longmeadow Parkway Improvements project, led by the Kane County Division of Transportation.

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Linda Moen

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 00:28:51 GMT

This week on Engineering Works, host Hayley Burns sits down with Linda Moen, President & Owner of EFK Moen and former Chair of ACEC‑Illinois. Linda is fresh off advocacy trips to Springfield and Capitol Hill, where she championed the engineering community. In this episode, she shares insights into the top issues driving policy discussions at both the state and federal levels, and how these battles will shape the future for firms and infrastructure in Illinois and beyond.

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Lou Gallucci

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 19:29:16 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Lou Gallucci, President and CEO of V3 Companies and Board Chair of ACEC Illinois. Lou explores the rapid technological advances of the past decade, offering insights into how firms can not only keep up but strategically implement these innovations.

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Holly Bieneman

Tue, 27 May 2025 18:29:05 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Holly Bieneman, Director of Planning and Programming for IDOT. Holly offers an inside look at IDOT’s Multi-Year Improvement Program (MYP) — a comprehensive, six-year, multimodal plan that spans Illinois' extensive transportation network.

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Erin Aleman

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 21:23:02 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Erin Aleman, Executive Director of the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP). Erin discusses the approaching transit fiscal cliff, how we got here, and CMAP's crucial role in bridging the funding gap.

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Kevin Artl

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 01:27:25 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Kevin Artl, president and CEO of American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois Kevin gives an update on what's been happening in Springfield, their trip to Washington, D.C., and ACEC-IL's focus areas during this legislative session.

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Doug Kucia

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 18:53:04 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Doug Kucia, Director of Administration of the Chicago Transit Authority, and former Chief of Staff of Chicago Public Schools. Doug discusses a unique collaboration between the CTA, CPS, and ACEC-IL that will encourage students to explore STEM fields in exciting new ways.

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Leader Tony McCombie

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 21:03:18 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews House Republican Leader Tony McCombie.Leader McCombie discusses the exciting details of her package of bills promoting STEM education for girls introduced this session.

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Cassaundra Rouse and Scott Paddock

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 21:43:16 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Illinois Tollway Executive Director Cassaundra Rouse, and Director Scott Paddock, Senior Vice President of External Affairs. They fill us in on some of the innovations and surprises that came out of the Stakeholder Advisory Team this session.

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Chris Burke

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:11:59 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Chris Burke, president and CEO of Christopher B. Burke Engineering and past president of ACEC-IL. We discuss the deep history of the Chicago Engineers Dinner, the Washington Award, and the Western Society of Engineers.

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Anne Schaeffer and Matt Murphy

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 02:29:03 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Anne Schaeffer and Matt Murphy of Mac Strategies, ACEC-IL's government relations partner. They update us on the big wins from last session and the key industry issues coming up in the legislature this session.

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Michael Bempah

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 16:27:00 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Michael Bempah, President and CEO of Pinpoint Precision Engineering, and author of "How to Become A Civil Engineer: Bridging the Gap", out last month. Michael talks about diversity, recruiting talent, his career path, and his new book.

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Megan Elberts

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 16:06:45 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Megan Elberts, Principal of Gasperec Elberts and ACEC-IL Engineering Excellence Awards committee chair. Megan fills us in on how the awards are judged, and highlights the frontrunners in design, innovation, economic impact, and more.

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Steve Hall

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 00:29:46 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Steve Hall, Executive Vice President of ACEC. Steve talks about the big wins our industry has seen this year, ACEC's national efforts to advocate for a fix to the Research and Development Tax Credit, what else we may see get done this year, and the presidential election.

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Steve Donahue

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 15:39:08 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Steve Donahue, National director of ACEC Illinois and president of Horner Shifrin. Steve talks about ACEC National's efforts to advocate for a fix to the Research and Development Tax Credit, why it's a crucial issue for the industry, and a recent update that is a huge step in the right direction.

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Rebecca Mason

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 21:29:17 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Rebecca Mason, managing director of the Transportation for Illinois Coalition. Rebecca talks about efforts to protect Rebuild Illinois funding, the projects IDOT has been able to complete this year, and what to look forward to in the spring session.

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Stacie Dovalovsky and Tom Hein

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 14:11:23 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews ACEC-IL board members and 2023-2024 PAC Champions Stacie Dovalovsky and Tom Hein. Tom and Stacie discuss the influence of the PAC, the issues the PAC supports nationally and locally, and the importance of consistent advocacy.

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Kirk Dillard

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 21:39:45 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews RTA Chairman Kirk Dillard. Chairman Dillard discusses the state of transit post-pandemic, exciting new plans, and what is needed to keep its 1500 miles of track, 7500 vehicles, 400 stations, and 70 maintenance facilities in a state of good repair.

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Chuck Stenzel

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 20:46:57 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Chuck Stenzel, Senior Vice President of TranSystems. Chuck discusses the Circle Interchange project, its focus on reuniting communities, and how it tackled one of the worst bottlenecks in the country.

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Andrew Keaschall

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 17:22:25 GMT

ACEC-IL's podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Andrew Keaschall, Senior Vice President of the Illinois Division Office at Benesch. Andrew discusses the billion dollar project that totally reconstructed the 8-mile I-74 bridge over the Mississippi, what it was like to work with Iowa DOT, and the benefits the project brought to the region.

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Jim Shaw

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 18:31:26 GMT

ACEC-IL's new podcast "Engineering Works" interviews Jim Shaw, Vice President, Illinois State Leader of RS & H. Jim discusses Innovative Project Delivery, how it is being used by IDOT, which projects are a good fit, and which aren't for alternative delivery methods.

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Laura McGovern

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 17:57:48 GMT

Today we talk to Laura McGovern, Illinois State Mathcounts Chair and ACEC-IL board member about the importance of math, nurturing young talent, and how it plays a role in the success of the industry.

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PJ Fitzpatrick

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 17:42:32 GMT

Today we talk to PJ Fitzpatrick, past board chair of ACEC Illinois, about the recent Capitol Hill visits, the National Conference, the National EEA Awards Gala, and what is getting him excited about the future of the industry.

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Kevin Artl

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 12:05:51 GMT

ACEC IL Illinois President Kevin Artl shares highlights and the big wins from the last legislative session.

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Orhan Ulger

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 12:00:56 GMT

ACEC IL National Director and former Chair of the Turkish American Cultural Alliance shares what is being done to create opportunities for American engineering firms to help in the future rebuilding process in Turkey.

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