Recent data shows that over 80 percent of AEC firm owners are now over the age of 50. In response to aging workforce and market demands, Zweig Group announces a cross-functional focus on mergers and...
NIRAS, an international engineering consultancy (Allerod, Denmark) acquired Integrated Food Projects (Derbyshire, UK), a firm providing independent advice to food and drink businesses. Link to details A merger was announced between Mesen Associates (Springfield, VA)...
Asking questions is a critical skill if you want to understand and anticipate your clients’ needs.
Leading a successful organization takes the courage to try new ideas, weather many storms, and know how to say no.
“There are many ways to ‘cook the books’ so they show certain results. Here are some typical problems that we see showing up in the financial statements of A/E firms.”
By Christina Zweig Niehues | Their characteristics, differences from their male counterparts, and how to create an environment that fosters women leaders.
President and CEO of Westwood (Minneapolis, MN), a firm that’s been focused on enhancing communities with smart engineering for almost 50 years.
Structural engineering firm Parrish Hansen Structural Engineers (Clovis, CA) joined Provost & Pritchard Consulting Group (Fresno, CA), a firm that offers civil and agricultural engineering, environmental engineering, hydrogeology, planning, and construction management services. Link to...
CEO of Sambatek (Minneapolis, MN), a professional services firm with an authentic culture that promotes openness, transparency, and trust.
ESOPs are becoming an increasingly common tool for succession planning among AEC firms.
“You would be surprised how quickly your employees get in the bandwagon when they can be part of the solution.”
Careful review of certifications with your legal counsel and insurance advisor will enable you to better address the needs of your clients and lenders.
Cross-marketing is the low-hanging fruit of business development. But will it work for your firm?
West Yost (Davis, CA) acquired Aegis Engineering Management (San Diego, CA). Aegis provides recycled water planning, customer water connections, site retrofits, water pipeline, and utility inspections and regulatory compliance for municipal water and wastewater utilities....
CRB (Kansas City, MO) expanded its architectural design capabilities in the western region with the addition of all the employees of R2A Architecture (Costa Mesa, CA). Link to details JVA (Boulder, CO), a structural, civil,...
Former president of CobbFendley (Houston, TX), a 530-person firm that is committed to providing innovative engineering solutions with the goal of bettering communities.
Through solid communication, planning, and leadership support from both organizations, a smooth transition is under way.
By Christina Zweig Niehues | A good incentive compensation program needs to be carefully matched with the specific goals of your firm.
“If you have lofty ambitions for the growth of your firm, but aren’t exactly sure of what you need to do to accomplish it, here is my best advice.”
Good client service is not complicated; it’s just not always easy to maintain. However the benefits we reap are well worth the effort.
Implement these tips to decrease tension and drastically increase the utility of your feedback.
By checking in either monthly or quarterly, you can ensure that those responsible take the time necessary to follow through on your marketing plan.
President and founder of C.A.P. Government, Inc. (Coral Gables, FL), a privately held, minority-owned consulting firm.
“There’s no magic in these six steps. But there will be ‘magic’ in your results if you can consistently apply them!”
