Association of Consulting Engineering Companies BC (ACEC-BC)

📣 #TConf2025 registration is live! 📣 The Association of Consulting Engineering Companies BC (ACEC-BC), in partnership with the BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure and TransLink, is proud to host the 2025 Transportation Conference — a two day conference showcasing the future direction and trends surrounding BC’s transportation sector. We are excited to offer a conference format that allows for accessibility for all members as well as ensuring opportunities for in-person connections. Register before December 31 to take advantage of the early bird rate! ➡️https://lnkd.in/gwJMRNhV What's 2025 all about? January 29: 💡 Talks & Presentations (Virtual) Day 1 will include talks, presentations, and panel discussions presented online on an engaging virtual events platform. January 30: 🎉 Connections & Awards (In-person @ Fairmont Vancouver) Day 2 will be packed with opportunities to connect in-person with colleagues, clients, and partners in BC’s transportation sector through site tours, workshops, networking, and the BC Transportation Consulting Engineers Awards! 🔗 View the Full Program ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gRw8EeSa #acecbcOpportunities #acecbcCommunity

We’re at the last session of #YPConf24!! Great tips and advice on Managing Relationships with William Johnston (WSP in Canada), Graham Lovely P.Eng (MCW Group of Companies), Erin Martin-Serrano, P.Eng, MBA (PBX Engineering), and Chris Thurburn-Huelin (Lafarge Canada). #acecbcCommunity

Happening now at #YPConf24 - an engaging discussion on Self Awareness with Katherine (Dennert) Miller (Mott MacDonald), Jenna Simzer (WSP in Canada), Monique Staals, P.Eng, PMP (RAM), and Tobi Allen (Ausenco)! #acecbcCommunity

The #ACECBC #YPConf24 is off to a great start!! 🎉🎉 #acecbcCommunity

📣 Calling all #Young #Professionals across BC!! The #ACECBC YPG invites you to a professional development event on #Quality #Management for Young Professionals! Quality Management in Consulting Engineering is vital for the well-being of our practice across all disciplines. Join us for a discussion on implementing quality management systems, navigating common challenges, and managing client expectations as a Young Professional. 📅 December 3, 2024 @ 12:00-1:30 PM PT 📍 Virtual Event 📚 Continuing Education (CE) Hours: 1.5 hours 🔗➡️ https://lnkd.in/gaMf9v2h 💡 Why Attend? - Learn the top tools and techniques for effective QM - Cultivate a mindset that champions continuous improvement - Understand the risks and impacts of subpar quality management practices 🎤 Meet the Panelists: - J. Suzanne Powell, Partner / Branch Manager, Thurber Engineering Ltd. - Bernard Abelson, Business Management System Manager, McElhanney - Julian Vasquez, Principal, Senior Design Engineer, Quality Management Lead, PBX Engineering - Wil Hilsen, Principal, Northwest Hydraulic Consultants Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into Quality Management. Secure your spot today! #acecbcOpportunities #acecbcCommunity

Applications for the 2025 #ACECBC Leadership in Consulting Engineering Program are now open! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gxJ3CCf 📅 Deadline to apply: December 6, 2024 ℹ About the Program The ACEC-BC Leadership in Consulting Engineering Program is an immersive, eight-month journey designed to equip members with the skills, knowledge, and connections for successful leaders in the #Consulting #Engineering industry. 💡 What You’ll Gain - Advanced leadership skills to excel in your organization - Insightful training from industry-leading facilitators - A network of peers and experts for future collaboration Spaces are limited, and this program sells out every year! Get your application in today! #acecbcOpportunities

📣 Calling all change makers!! The #ACECBC Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee is hosting an in-person workshop on Advancing Gender #Equity in the Workplace. Designed for senior leaders committed to driving meaningful change, this workshop equips attendees with the insights and strategies needed to foster a more #equitable workplace. Don’t miss this opportunity to lead transformative change within your organization. Space is limited – secure your spot today! 📅 December 4, 2024 @ 7:30-10:00 AM PT 📍 Terminal City Club, Vancouver, BC 📚 Continuing Education (CE) Hours: 2 hours 🔗➡️ https://lnkd.in/gWbD4pEe 🎤 Guest Speaker - Lianna Mah, Vice President, Business Development, Associated Engineering 🎙️ Facilitators - Chunpreet Sahota, Structural Engineer, WSP in Canada - Leona S., Head of Discipline & Leading Project Manager, COWI 💡 What You’ll Gain This workshop offers practical guidance and collaborative discussions to help leaders: - Support women in the workplace - Address systemic barriers - Implement policies and practices that foster equitable outcomes #acecbcOpportunities #acecbcCommunity

🎙️ Featured #YPConf24 speaker: Jenna Simzer, Principal Geotechnical Engineer, Vice President, Mine Waste from #acecbc member firm WSP in Canada 🎙️ “Jenna Simzer is a Geotechnical Engineer and VP of Mine Waste at WSP Canada Inc., overseeing teams in BC, Prairies, North, and Ontario. She has worked on soil and rock tunnels, transit station upgrades, and managed repairs for water dams and tailings storage facilities. She led the Water Management team before starting her current role in July 2023. Active with the Canadian Dam Association, she has published papers with the International Commission on Large Dams and guest lectures at UBC.” Jenna will be joining us for a panel discussion on “Self Awareness”. 📅 November 21  |  🕛 1:00 PM 🔗 Register today at ➡️ ypconference.ca #acecbcOpportunities #professionaldevelopement #careeradvancement 

🎙️ Featured #YPConf24 speaker: Erin Martin-Serrano, Senior Project Manager from #acecbc member firm PBX Engineering 🎙️ “Erin is a Senior Project Manager at PBX Engineering and serves as a Director at ACEC-BC. A registered Professional Engineer with EGBC and an MBA graduate from Arizona State University, she brings extensive experience in project delivery, business development, and marketing. Outside of her professional endeavors, Erin loves spending time with her family exploring the outdoors in Deep Cove.” Erin will be joining us for a panel discussion on “Managing Relationships”. 📅 November 21  |  🕛 3:15 PM 🔗 Register today at ➡️ ypconference.ca  #acecbcOpportunities #professionaldevelopement #careeradvancement

🎙️ Featured #YPConf24 speaker: Yulia Liem, Principal and Regional Manager from #acecbc member firm Bunt & Associates Engineering Ltd. 🎙️ “Yulia Liem is a Principal and Senior Transportation Engineer with Bunt & Associates Engineering Ltd. (Bunt), a leading transportation planning and engineering firm in Western Canada. Yulia has been with Bunt & Associates since 2004 and during this time has acquired solid transportation engineering skills, a broad knowledge of planning work, and strong leadership skills. Yulia sits as a Board of Director in the corporate level since 2020, along with four other Board members. Appointed as the Regional Manager for British Columbia in 2023, Yulia strives to foster a positive work culture and provide her team with opportunities to learn, innovate, collaborate and excel as a transportation specialist.” Yulia will be joining us for a panel discussion on “Navigating Your Work”. 📅 November 21  |  🕛 9:45 AM 🔗 Register today at ➡️ ypconference.ca #acecbcOpportunities #professionaldevelopement #careeradvancement