The Geotechnical Engineering Podcast

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TGEP 62: Guidelines for Improved Risk Management in Tunneling
In this episode, we talk to Elizabeth Dwyre, PE,D.GE, a Senior Technical Principal with WSP USA, who shares her recipe for success for building a successful project delivery team. Engineering Quotes:
TGEP 61: The Development of a New ASCE Standard for the Design of Foundations
In this episode, we talk to Scott J. DiFiore, P.E., P.Eng. (AB),D.GE, Principal at Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc., about the development of the new ASCE Standard for the design of foundations for buil
TGEP 60: Guidelines for Improved Risk Management in Tunneling
In this episode, we talk to Robert (Bob) Goodfellow, P.E., the President of Aldea Services Inc., about risk management in tunneling and some of the things tunnel engineers can do to get the most out o
TGEP 59: How Inspiring the Next Generation of Engineers Can Benefit Your Engineering Career
In this episode, we talk to Karen Armfield, P.E., a geotechnical engineer and project manager with WSP USA, about the importance of inspiring the next generation of engineers and how it can benefit yo
TGEP 58: 5 Tips to Make the Most Out of Professional Associations (for Engineering Professionals)
In this episode, we provide you with five tips that you can use to make the most out of your involvement in professional associations. Whether you are building a business or a career, professional ass
TGEP 57: Tunneling Engineering — Features, Benefits, and Future Trends
In this episode, we talk to Jon Hurt, P.E., C Eng, Principal at ARUP, about what tunneling engineering is, how it benefits the community, and what the future holds for the tunnel industry. Engineering
TGEP 56: Consultant vs Contractor in Geotechnical Engineering: What’s the Difference?
In this episode, we talk to Ryan Coggins, P.E., Senior Geotechnical Engineer at Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers, about his career journey and the difference between a consultant and a contractor in ge
TGEP 55: The Design of Sustainable Deep Foundation Systems in Dubai Sedimentary Rock
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Marwan Alzaylaie about the design of sustainable deep foundation systemsand some of the challenges he has experienced with designing in Dubai sedimentary rock. - Engin
TGEP 54: The Future of Geotechnical Engineering: Building a Brighter Tomorrow
In this episode, we talk to Keithe Merl, P.E., Northeast Area Manager at Hobas Pipe USA, Inc about the different aspects of geotechnical engineering, geotechnical education, and what he thinks the fut
TGEP 53: Wick Drains for Ground Improvement in Geotechnical Engineering
In this episode, we talk to Martin (Marty) Taube, P.E., P.G., about wick drains, what they are, how they work, and some of the challenges associated with installing wick drains. Here Are Some of the Q