The document summarizes upcoming events for the ASCE Richmond Branch including an October branch meeting featuring a presentation on regulatory updates from the director of APELSCIDLA. It also provides an overview of past branch activities over the summer and introduces new board members. Additionally, it advertises an opportunity for volunteers to assist with a girls in science camp program in October and posts a job opening for a tunnel engineering position in Fairfax, VA.
The document summarizes upcoming events for the ASCE Richmond Branch including an October branch meeting featuring a presentation on regulatory updates from the director of APELSCIDLA. It also provides an overview of past branch activities over the summer and introduces new board members. Additionally, it advertises an opportunity for volunteers to assist with a girls in science camp program in October and posts a job opening for a tunnel engineering position in Fairfax, VA.
The document summarizes upcoming events for the ASCE Richmond Branch including an October branch meeting featuring a presentation on regulatory updates from the director of APELSCIDLA. It also provides an overview of past branch activities over the summer and introduces new board members. Additionally, it advertises an opportunity for volunteers to assist with a girls in science camp program in October and posts a job opening for a tunnel engineering position in Fairfax, VA.
Important Upcoming Dates October Branch Meeting - APELSCIDLA Regulation Updates October 2nd, 12:00 PM, Westwood Club, 6200 West Club Lane, Richmond, VA 23226
President's Message
We had an exciting summer at the Richmond Branch starting with our Bi-Annual Member Appreciation and Recognition Event at the Isley Brewing Company, followed by a Joint Social with local Branches of WTS, VASITE, and ASHE, a meeting held at the Tredegar Center, and most recently a Membership Event at the Richmond Flying Squirrels. The Richmond Flying Squirrels game was held onThursday August 7 th against the Binghamton Mets. It was a great networking event for our ASCE members, and it was a packed stadium with fireworks on the agenda. Be on the lookout for more networking events like this in the future, and we hope to see you there! Unfortunately (or fortunately for any Northerners out there) we are approaching the end of summer, but that means a new school year and a new Board transition in the Richmond Branch. I want to thank our departing Board Members for their years of service to the Branch. Amy Bird served as our Past President and Caleb Lange as our Vice President, and we are sad to see them go. Caleb he has moved to Fredericksburg, VA to accept a new position within his company, so congratulations and good luck to him! There is no rest for Amy as she is transitioning to Chair of the Richmond Joint Engineers Council. We wish both of them all the best, and I cannot say enough how invaluable their time has been with our Branch. I would also like to welcome our new Board members including Chris Friend as Co-Younger Member Chair, Carolyn Desrochers as Co-Younger Member Chair, Loai El-Gazairly as the Government Relations Chair, Ryan Abalos as Co-Education Chair, and Jeremy Kraft as the Membership Chair. I encourage you to get to know our Board by visiting our website at ASCERichmond.org under the "HOME" Tab. There you will find the contact information for each Board member if you In This Issue President's Message Exciting Upcoming Events and PDH Opportunities Past Events Job Posting
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Exciting Upcoming Events and PDH Opportunities!
October Branch Meeting - APELSCIDLA Regulation Updates
Location: Westwood Club, 6200 West Club Lane, Richmond, VA 23226
When: Thursday, October2nd, 2014. Networking at 11:30 AM, Meeting to start at 12:00PM
Cost: $25
PDH: 1 credit
Menu: A buffet style lunch will be served
Kate Nosbisch, the Executive Director of APELSCIDLA, has served there since the fall of 2008. She will give a presentation covering regulation updates, proposed regulation, the makeup of the APELSCIDLA Board and discuss recent disciplinary cases.
Contact Jon Oliver by phone at 804-672-4723 or by email atjonathan.oliver@kimley- horn.com for more information. Please register on our website.
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October 4th through October 5th (6:30 pm - 9 am)
DuPont is sponsoring the 15th Annual Girls in Science Camp In through a partnership with the Science Museum of Virginia and the Society of Women Engineers. Every year approximately 150 middle school girls participate in the overnight event designed to promote an interest in science and engineering.
30 women volunteers are needed on Saturday, October 4th from 6-11 pm to help with the event.
Volunteers will help with logistics and run activities for groups of ~20 people (students & chaperones). Hands-on activities allow the girls to understand circuits and to create parallel circuit bracelets with LEDs.
Training will be given prior to the event (Date/Time TBA). All activities are easy to execute and supplies will be provided. A technical background is not required. Please use the attached flyer to post in your office or to distribute to anyone interested in participating in this year's program. NOTE: All volunteers must be 19 or older or accompanied by an adult.
To volunteer: Please contact Irene Meglathery atIrene.F.Meglathery@dupont.com or 804-383- 4829 by September 26th.
If you know of a middle school girl who would like to attend, please call the Science Museum of Virginia at (804) 864-1400 or 800-659-1727 to register. Thanks to a generous grant from DuPont, the cost for the program is only $10 per girl! For every four girls, one adult chaperone is required and admitted free. This program fills up quickly, so please register as soon as possible.
Thanks to all of our members that came out to enjoy a great game of Squirrels baseball! We had a great time!
Stay tuned for our next exciting ASCE Event!!
Job Posting
Lead Tunnel Engineer - Fairfax, VA
Lachel & Associates, a subsidiary of Schnabel Engineering, Inc., is seeking a Lead Tunnel Engineer to join their office in Fairfax, VA. The successful candidate will become a key member of Lachel's tunnel team and will participate in the planning, designing, overseeing, and managing of tasks for tunnel design and construction management projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare structural and geotechnical design calculations, reports, and drawings for tunnels, shafts, and other underground facilities Develop cost estimates and feasibility studies Assist with business development efforts Direct the inspection of engineering projects Provide input to operating budgets and tracking performance to meet budget goals Group supervision, including coordination of daily project activities and managing projects QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Structural Engineering required Master's Degree preferred PE required U.S. Citizenship required; no sponsorship DoD security clearance: minimum Secret level EXPERIENCE REQUIRED 15-20 years of demonstrated tunnel design and construction experience Knowledge of soil/rock mechanics and geotechnical/geostructural analysis techniques as applied to underground structures Experience leading design groups and preparing technical and cost proposals Design experience for precast concrete segmental tunnel liners and SEM tunnel design and construction experience (highly desirable) Good written and oral communication skills APPLICATION DETAILS Apply at: http://www.schnabel-eng.com/careers/opportunities/ Candidates must undergo a background check and drug screen Schnabel Engineering, Inc. is an AA/EO Employer
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